PodcastPremium DirectoryThe Black Belt List as WAKO USA Kickboxing Nationals 2025 takes center stage at the Arnold Schwarzenegger Martial Arts Festival This three-day extravaganza isn’t just another event; it’s the gateway for American athletes to compete on the world stage and chase the Olympic dream Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a martial arts enthusiast the Nationals promise high-stakes competition Why This Event Matters: The Path to Global DominationThis isn’t just a national championship; it’s the starting line for a journey that could end on the world’s most prestigious stages Senior and Masters Fighters: Competitors will battle for a chance to represent Team USA at the WAKO Senior & Masters World Championships in Abu Dhabi Cadet and Junior Fighters: These rising stars are vying for spots at the Pan American Championships in the Dominican Republic from August 27 to 31 Victory in Columbus doesn’t just mean a medal—it means a chance to make history and shine on the global stage The Olympic Dream: Kickboxing’s Bright FutureKickboxing is making waves in the global sports community with WAKO officially recognized as the sport’s governing body by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2021 This milestone solidified kickboxing’s potential for inclusion in future Summer Games a vision WAKO President Roy Baker firmly believes in: “Kickboxing is one of the most dynamic destined to rightfully take its place at the Summer Games in the future.” affectionately called “Pia,” this dream fuels their ambitions who clinched a bronze medal at the 2024 WAKO Jr sees Columbus as her next step toward glory “Competing at Worlds was life-changing,” she said “I’m ready to qualify for Pan-Americans and bring another medal home for Team USA!” Pia isn’t just a hopeful—she’s a rising star praises Pia’s drive: “Pia has all the makings of an elite champion I have no doubt she’ll claim a gold medal in the future.” A Celebration of Martial Arts: More Than NationalsThe WAKO Nationals are part of the Arnold Schwarzenegger Martial Arts Festival an event steeped in tradition and celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025 moving its iconic Kumite Classic tournament from Pittsburgh to Columbus WAKO USA Tatami Chairman and long-time event organizer explains the significance: “The Arnold Sports Festival is a massive platform for exposure and it’s exciting to bring Kumite Classic to Columbus This isn’t just about competition—it’s about education and introducing WAKO to a wider audience.” WAKO USA is unveiling the Ohio State Games a new initiative aimed at fostering grassroots participation This competition will allow athletes to compete under official WAKO rules and build the confidence needed to step onto the national stage the program expands to Pennsylvania in May 2025 The festival isn’t just about traditional kickboxing Here’s what makes this event a can’t-miss experience: Diverse Divisions: Competitions will include Kick Light Futuristic Combat: Saber Martial Arts debuts at the festival featuring weapons-based competitions with light sabers Celebrity Seminars: Kickboxing champion and Century Martial Arts ambassador Devon Hopper will lead a Friday evening seminar sharing insights on training for USA Kickboxing Special Guests: Wrestling legend Kurt Angle is in talks to collaborate with WAKO Angle is working to promote Olympic wrestling for the 2028 Los Angeles Games and Viola sees potential synergy between USA Wrestling and USA Kickboxing sums it up: “We’re not just building an event; we’re building a legacy From traditional kumite to futuristic light saber combat this festival has something for everyone.” A Network of Support: Building Bridges in the Martial Arts WorldThe success of the WAKO Nationals is made possible by partnerships with key organizations including the Pennsylvania Karate Rating Association (PKRA) and the National Martial Arts Circuit (NMAC) These groups bring decades of experience and ensure the event runs smoothly while offering opportunities for athletes from all backgrounds The action-packed weekend unfolds as follows: February 28: The competition kicks off at 3 PM with divisions for Kick Light March 1: The spotlight shifts to Point Fighting and Forms With seven different styles to choose from Accessibility Statement About  Black Belt Hall of Fame Advertise & Contact Privacy Policy Terms of use Dr. Elizabeth Wako, M.D., the first Black woman and president and CEO of Swedish Health Services in Seattle, pathway as a health care professional is unique and very inspiring. Born in Ethiopia, her family immigrated to the United States when she was just three months old. Wako began her career as a registered nurse caring for psychiatric patients, then transitioned to anesthesiology before pursuing an MBA and moving into the business side of health care. The daughter of a nurse and an educator, Wako says that she was deeply influenced by her parents. However, witnessing the impact that her mother had on the lives of the patients that she cared for as a nurse is what inspired her to pursue a career in health care. “We came from Ethiopia, and my parents came on a green card because my mom was a nurse, and my father came to get his master’s degree,” Wako said. “We ended up getting stuck in Ethiopia as the political environment changed, but we eventually found ourselves living in Walla Walla, Washington, with my father, a tenured professor at a college.” “I was finishing my senior year in high school and at that point I kind of had to make a decision about what I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” Wako continued. “My mom was in health care and my father was in education, so there’s obviously a tendency to follow the path of your parents and my mom just won out on that battle.” Over a career spanning 30 years, Wako started as a registered nurse working with psychiatric patients. Realizing she wanted to make an even greater impact, she attended medical school in Utah, completed a residency in anesthesiology and a fellowship in perioperative medicine at the University of Washington, and earned an MBA from UW’s Foster School of Business. “I started nursing school at Walla Walla Community College.  It was a two-year program, and you graduate as an RN,” says Wako. “While I was in nursing school, I made the decision to continue my education and become a physician. So, I completed my associates, and I transferred to the University of Washington where I finished my degree with a Bachelor of Science in zoology and a minor in classics. I love classics.” Since joining Swedish in 2011, Wako has held numerous leadership roles, including chief medical officer for the First Hill campus, chief operating officer for First Hill, and chief executive for both First Hill and Cherry Hill campuses. According to R. Omar Riojas, Chair of the Swedish Board of Trustees, her appointment as president and CEO marks a series of firsts for the 113-year-old organization. “Dr. Wako’s appointment represents a number of historic firsts for Swedish,” says Riojas. “She is the first woman and the first African American to lead the organization. As a nurse, physician, woman of color, wife, and mother of four, she brings a unique perspective that is critical in shaping health-care delivery.” It is this unique perspective based on her vast array of experiences that has shape her leadership and decision-making philosophies when it comes to health care. Under her leadership, Wako is overseeing new construction as Swedish is expanding its capabilities and technology. Wako’s priorities for the future are strengthening access and technology. A centerpiece of this expansion is the construction of two new facilities to provide patients and the community with more resources and services — the North Tower, a major addition to the Swedish campus, and the new main surgery facility. According to Wako, the North Tower project will add 750,000 square feet to an already existing 1.5 million square foot facility, and the new operation room will feature 24 new operating rooms and 72 new IC U beds that are acuity adaptable. “I’m always excited to talk about the North Tower. It is, I think, one of the most exciting things we have going on our campus,” says Wako. “Certainly, for our caregivers, for our patients and really for the community.” “[As it relates to the new surgery center], if you come in sick as an IC U patient, you can stay in the same room until you get discharged. So, as you improve, we don’t have to move you out of your room, you’ll be able to continue to receive services right there.” Despite the exciting developments, Wako acknowledges the challenges that lie ahead, particularly as it relates to access to in primary care. “The next 10 years will be pivotal,” Wako said. “Baby boomers are signing up for Medicare at around 10,000 a day. Imagine that 10,000 people signing up for Medicare a day. And what’s important to know about Medicare is that it signifies that the population is aging and as the population ages, they use our resources more. [The challenge is] really about making sure that we have enough primary care for our patients to be able to access [the care that they need].” Even with the great demand that her role places on her time, the health care provider in Wako reinforces the need to take time for herself. She makes a conscious effort in maintaining a sustainable balance between work life and her personal life to make sure that she stays grounded in the midst of a changing society. “I work really hard to maintain my relationship with my friends and my family outside of work,” says Wako. “So, the caveat to that is I love cooking, I love having people over, I love dinner parties,” she says with a cheerful grin and laugh. “Those are the things that make me happy and kind of rejuvenate my soul.” © 2024, Tiloben Publishing Co., Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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The creation of a single, global commercial organization through FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, will provide an expanded suite of products including cell culture solutions, laboratory chemicals, clinical diagnostic reagents and laboratory automation software and services that will benefit all who work in life sciences Each company will maintain distinct business operations for product development but sales will be driven by FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific’s robust Life Sciences business unit Since 1970, FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific has been serving customers developing and manufacturing biopharmaceuticals, cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine for life science research and drug discovery With a global network of sales and support operations across the United States FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific is well positioned to ensure efficient distribution of FUJIFILM Wako products FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corporation has a long history in the markets they serve and will continue to sell directly to their customers in Asia the Life Sciences Business Division of FUJIFILM Corporation has been creating synergies within the Fujifilm Group to become more customer-centric in its ability to offer complete solutions tailored for a wide range of customers within life sciences FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific began selling iCell products from FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics and now we are excited to bring together the right mix of products from all of these Fujifilm teams leveraging our collective expertise to offer our partners a breadth of life science solutions in one single destination,” said Yutaka Yamaguchi general manager of Life Sciences Business Division “We are listening to what our partners are asking for and FUJIFILM life sciences companies will continue working together to expand services needed for their future success in the field.” Posted in: Business / Finance | Miscellaneous News Please use one of the following formats to cite this article in your essay FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific adds key products to its Life Sciences portfolio from FUJIFILM Wako Chemicals U.S.A. 2025 from https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240927/FUJIFILM-Irvine-Scientific-adds-key-products-to-its-Life-Sciences-portfolio-from-FUJIFILM-Wako-Chemicals-USA.aspx "FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific adds key products to its Life Sciences portfolio from FUJIFILM Wako Chemicals U.S.A." <https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240927/FUJIFILM-Irvine-Scientific-adds-key-products-to-its-Life-Sciences-portfolio-from-FUJIFILM-Wako-Chemicals-USA.aspx> https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240927/FUJIFILM-Irvine-Scientific-adds-key-products-to-its-Life-Sciences-portfolio-from-FUJIFILM-Wako-Chemicals-USA.aspx Cancel reply to comment Learn how experts are advancing benzodiazepine analysis and detection using insights from the lab discusses how he is addressing today’s medical challenges using the technology of the future Explore how the Radian ASAP mass spectrometer is being used to streamline and enhance seized drug screening you can trust me to find commercial scientific answers from News-Medical.net please log into your AZoProfile account first Registered members can chat with Azthena, request quotations, download pdf's, brochures and subscribe to our related newsletter content A few things you need to know before we start Read the full Terms & Conditions Ethiopian Airlines Group has inaugurated the new Wako Gutu Airport terminal and its ancillary facilities in Bale Robe The terminal is intended to advance the socio-economic and cultural interrelation between the domestic regions and provide seamless domestic air transportation service The ceremony took place in the presence HE Shimelis Abdisa Ethiopian Airlines Group executive management members and dignitaries We take great pride in delivering this state-of-the-art facility and look forward to offering our passengers an elevated level of comfort and convenience.” showing you where to find all the collectibles throughout this Astro Bot level Login | Sign Up Push Square Guest Login or Sign Up Looking for a Wako Tako collectibles walkthrough in Astro Bot? 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The restaurant received a positive review in the Los Angeles Times when it opened in 2010 Catch Steak LA — Glitzy steakhouse Catch Steak opened back in June 2022 to much fanfare Word on the street was that a large New York-based operator would open something else in the space Eveleigh — Longtime Sunset Strip Californian-Australian restaurant Eveleigh has closed after 15 years in West Hollywood. Its final day of service was on December 20 Piknik — Echo Park’s casual daytime eatery at the Echo Park Lake park boathouse has closed as of early December who was also at sister restaurant the Lonely Oyster has departed the group and moved to Santa Barbara Wood — Silver Lake’s enduring wood-fired pizza restaurant Wood closed on Sunset Boulevard in December. The restaurant first opened in January 2014 Nicole’s — South Pasadena cafe Nicole’s, which started as a specialty foods store almost 30 years ago and was founded by Nicole Grandjean, closed in December 2024 Its founder Grandjean passed away from cancer in 2020 Her son Steven Grandjean kept it going for another four-plus years This splashy steakhouse on Robertson Boulevard that first debuted in April 2023 closed temporarily due to a reported water leak in April 2024 Eater confirmed with Foxhall reps in October that the restaurant would not reopen and is permanently closed Shibumi chef David Schlosser opened this fried Osaka-style Japanese skewer restaurant in Echo Park in May 2024. At some point in the fall, Kushiba flipped into Bar A Tí a modern taqueria from former Bestia chef Andrew Ponce Redditors posted an announcement taped onto the window of Silver Lake’s Modern Eats that the casual neighborhood restaurant with stellar pancakes and a great burger would be closing on October 27 after 15 years This laid-back wine-tasting room and bar in the Arts District closed less than a year after opening Owners Nick and Carmen Perr said the bar would close on October 8 on Instagram Nick Perr’s family founded Pali Wine company The iconic Melrose Avenue building that was once a Johnny Rockets diner became plant-based burger specialist Nomoo in 2020. According to VegOut New Haven-style pizza fans must head to a new location after Ozzy’s Apizza closes its Glendale pizzeria on October 31. Fans can be comforted knowing that Ozzy’s has opened a new pizzeria inside a former MOD pizza in North Hollywood’s NoHo Commons WeHo Times reports that Spanish restaurant Soulmate quietly closed in September in a sprawling North Robertson Boulevard space. Soulmate opened three years ago in May 2021 during the height of pandemic restrictions This means one of the best patios in West Hollywood is available for another concept Longtime neighborhood eatery Tempura House, which served affordable bento boxes and other traditional Japanese dishes, has closed as of October 30 The restaurant first debuted in 1949 in Sawtelle Japantown though its most recent ownership took over about five years ago Six years after opening on Sunset Strip, Tesse has closed on West Hollywood Chef Raphael Francois partnered with wine professional Jordan Ogron and restaurateur Bill Chait back in June 2018 serving polished French bistro fare in a gorgeous Chait and Ogron blamed state and local regulations that contributed to a difficult operating environment for full-service restaurants A post shared by TBO ENTERTAINMENT LLC (@thebiasopinion) Enrique Olvera made a splash in the Arts District when he opened Damian and Ditroit back in 2021 but the Mexico City-based chef usually makes his residency in Venice while staying in Los Angeles his casual all-day restaurant that he also operates in New York City Atla closed on September 21 while making the following statement: “While we are saddened by this closure we are also filled with immense gratitude for the experience and connections we’ve made along the way We are thankful for the opportunity to have served the Venice community sharing our Mexican identity with pride in a neighborhood we love and will always come back to.” Chef Walther Adrianzen’s Culver City Peruvian restaurant closed on September 22 after opening in 2021. Adrianzen announced the closure in an Instagram post writing that “due to ongoing safety concerns in the neighborhood” he decided to close the Culver City location permanently he has plans to relocate the restaurant to La Puente Kevin Hart’s plant-based fast food chain, Hart House, suddenly shuttered all four of its locations on September 10 Hart House debuted its first location in 2022 in Westchester Instead of using popular vegan products like Beyond or Impossible burgers Hart House developed its own line of proprietary patties The follow-up restaurant from the Crudo e Nudo team, Isla, closed on September 21. The restaurant debuted in April 2023 and was known for its rotating and hyper-locally sourced menu featuring dishes like homemade falafel Longtime seafood restaurant Mel’s Fish Shack, which opened nearly 44 years ago from businessman Mel Powell, has closed its location on West Jefferson Boulevard on September 29, but promised to reopen elsewhere The family made the announcement on Instagram “We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our loyal customers who have supported us throughout the years and continued patronage made every day special We’re excited for what the future holds and will always cherish the memories we’ve created together Thank you for being a part of our family.” The casual fried and grilled fish restaurant was known for its buttery fried catfish coated in cornmeal. In a 2015 Eater LA story, writer Lucas Peterson explored the history of Mel’s which first opened as Mel’s Fish Market in 1982 before expanding to the Fish Shack in 2008 and since then the business has been operated by his daughters Janie and Georgette originally opened by the late restaurateur Harry Morton inside Las Vegas’s Hard Rock hotel in 1999 Morton was the grandson of Morton’s Steakhouse founder Arnie Morton Harry Morton passed away due to a sudden cardiac arrest in 2019 a classic Hollywood celebrity nightclub whose history goes back to the 1940s Its closure comes alongside the end of Button Mash Argoti hasn’t announced his next move but will take a while to rest before opening something else: “I’m looking at doing something a lot smaller and also where I’m focused on the creative part of it,” Argoti told Eater in August imagining something that served breakfast and lunch by day Valley favorite the Sherman closed on September 11 after nine years in business on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. The restaurant announced its closure in an Instagram post on September 3 As the first-ever non-alcoholic cocktail bar in Los Angeles, Stay Zero Proof took over an iconic former Chinese restaurant in Chinatown with a long history in the city’s punk rock music scene The incredible ambience mostly stayed the same with founders Summer Phoenix and Stacey Mann earning the trust of the landlord to preserve its traditional Chinese elements but the bar closed on September 14 with the following statement: “We are immensely proud of what we’ve built at STAY and the role we’ve played in championing this movement here in L.A and every person who walked through our doors became part of that mission but we are leaving with so much gratitude for what we’ve accomplished together.” Danish Minister of Higher Education and Science Christina Egelund and a delegation of 14 people including leaders of Danish universities and foundations visited the RIKEN Wako Campus to meet with President Gonokami on issues including the state of quantum science and international collaboration in Japan and Denmark Executive Director Makiko Naka gave an introduction to RIKEN while Research Strategy Advisor Masashi Kawasaki and Mitsuhisa Sato Director of the Quantum-HPC Hybrid Platform Division (RIKEN Center for Computational Science) gave an overview of RIKEN's quantum strategy Before the meeting with President Gonokami they visited the RIKEN Nishina Center for Accelerator-Based Science (RNC) for a facility tour guided by Center Director Hiroyoshi Sakurai Director Sakurai explained the highlights of the center’s work including the accelerator facilities and the Nishina Yoshio Memorial Room which exhibits letters exchanged between Yoshio Nishina and Niels Bohr of Denmark Nishina studied in Copenhagen for five years from 1923 and brought back the “Copenhagen Spirit” of free and humorous debate and dialogue that established the foundation for the birth of quantum mechanics and modern physics at the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing (RQC) they discussed quantum research with Yasunobu Nakamura followed by a tour of the quantum computer facility Top 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemicals Corporation announces the launch of two new tests: LumiMAT™ Pyrogen Detection Kit (LumiMAT) a next-generation monocyte activation test (MAT)*1 for in vitro*2 pyrogen testing a recombinant protein reagent for the detection of bacterial endotoxins Alternatives to traditional pyrogen and endotoxin tests the new LumiMAT and PYROSTAR™ Neo+ testing kits will be available worldwide in July 2024 including gram-negative bacterial endotoxins death,*3 when introduced into the bloodstream Guidelines require that parenteral biological products and medical devices that come in contact with the blood stream are tested for pyrogens Developed as an alternative to the rabbit pyrogen test LumiMAT screens several cell lines*4 and is a rapid and highly sensitive assay for the detection of pyrogens offering several advantages over traditional MAT assays currently available on the market Most commercially available MAT assays utilize peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs)*5 to measure cytokines released by monocytic cells upon exposure to pyrogens via ELISA,*6 and can result in lot-to-lot variation and long testing times (up to 1.5 days) LumiMAT uses human NOMO-1 cells*7 selected in a screen based on their high sensitivity to lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and a wide range of non-endotoxin pyrogens as well as their reproducibility and stability LumiMAT utilizes a luciferase reporter assay*8 to detect activation of the transcription factor NF-κB,*9 producing results in approximately 5 hours The European Pharmacopoeia recently announced plans to replace the rabbit pyrogen test by 2026 a recombinant protein-reagent for the detection of gram-negative bacterial endotoxin utilizes the Kinetic Chromogenic Assay (KCA)*10 to measure endotoxin content The reagent is composed of recombinant Factor C allowing for endotoxin detection that offers the same sensitivity as the traditional LAL*11 reagent PYROSTAR Neo+ shows reduced interference with some drugs and improved reactivity to naturally occurring endotoxins enabling use in a wider range of samples and applications including product safety assessment and testing of pharmaceutical materials and water used for their manufacture “With a longstanding history contributing to public health and patient safety through quality control testing solutions for pharmaceuticals we are proud to introduce two new testing kits for pyrogens and endotoxins to lead the industry forward,” said Koichi Yoshida president of FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemicals Corporation “Our robust lineup of testing kits provides options for the pharmaceutical and medical device industries to choose the appropriate kit for their application We will continue to help ensure the safety of healthcare products for patients around the world.” LumiMAT™ uses NanoLuc® technology; NanoLuc® technology is licensed from Promega Corporation and all patents and patents pending which claim priority to the same priority application(s) as U.S NanoLuc® is a registered trademark of Promega Corporation 1 A test to detect pyrogenic (fever-causing) substances based on the activation of human monocytes and the release of inflammatory cytokines in response to exogenous endotoxins and non-endotoxin pyrogens.2 A test performed on human or animal cells or tissues in a culture vessel or other medium.3 Solati S. The monocyte activation test detects potentiated cytokine release resulting from the synergistic effect of endotoxin and non-endotoxin pyrogens PMID: 35491666.4 Cell lines are permanently established cells that can be stably grown and cultured for a long period of time.5 Mononuclear cells isolated from peripheral blood lymphocytes constitute the majority of the PBMC population.6 Enzyme-Linked Immuno-Sorbent Assay an immunological assay commonly used to measure antibodies and glycoproteins in biological samples using an enzymatic reaction.7 Human monocytic leukemia cell line.8 A test method used to determine if a substance can activate or repress the expression of a target gene pyrogenic substances are detected and quantified using reporter cells in which binding of pyrogenic agents to the Toll-like receptor (TLR) activates NF-κB and induces expression of luciferase protein.9 Nuclear Factor kappa B a transcription factor that regulates the expression of genes involved in immune and inflammatory responses.10 A method for detecting endotoxin content this assay measures color development that results from the breakdown of a substrate in the reagent caused by reaction with endotoxin.11 Limulus Amebocyte Lysate For further details about our commitment to sustainability and Fujifilm’s Sustainable Value Plan 2030, click here.  combined with environmental topics such as substance limits in water and food Issues concerning nitrosamine contaminants and pesticide use are important considerations to maintaining personal and public health Fujifilm Wako provides a wide range of analysis tools to maintain standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing and support food and water safety Nitrosamine itself is a class of organic compounds formed between secondary Nitrous acid or nitrite salts (nitrosating agent) are classified as highly potent mutagenic compounds and referred to as the 'cohort of concern' (COC) compounds nitrosamine impurities have the potential to be DNA reactive and are hence considered as mutagenic as well as carcinogenic the detection of dimethyl nitrosamine (NDMA) impurities in pharmaceutical products (valsartan) laid the foundation for extensive regulations and guidelines to monitor nitrosamine contamination in medicines Therefore having sensitive nitrosamine detection technology is majorly important to maintain these standards Pesticides are essential excipients for growing crops they can contribute to health complications in humans or be harmful for the environment countries around the world have formulated regulations to help limit pesticide use Issues concerning food and water are an important aspect when it comes to maintaining personal and public health It is also natural to expect the food and water that we consume daily to be safe it is essential that we perform reliable and repeatable analysis Fujifilm Wako Europe provides a wide range of standards to cover these aspects to help support food and water safety and contribute to a carefree and conscious life Securing safe drinking water is an important issue and should be accessible all around the world it is possible to identify and quantify various components contained in water Unsafe/contaminated drinking or environmental water could directly or indirectly affect people’s health most countries around the world established regulations & laws when it comes to substance limits regarding water Fujifilm Wako offers a wide range of standards Fujifilm Wako can support chemical analysis with its broad range of standards and consumables in nearly any field of application Many products can be offered as certified reference material (CRM) to guarantee the next level of reliability Explore more information and application examples from Fujifilm here. 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New to SelectScience?Register for free today How To Wear It The Cartier Tank Cintrée In-Depth Examining Value And Price Over Time With The ‘No Date’ Rolex Submariner Watches In The Wild The Road Through America, Episode 1: A Model Of Mass Production If there's one thing I do before any work trip I'm always worrying about travel logistics there was one extra bit of research I found myself digging into – what (if any) watch should I buy there's a bit of extra pressure with a trip to Japan as there are several watches you can only buy (at least at retail) on Japanese soil After a bit of negotiation and some help from the kind team at Grand Seiko and their flagship boutique the Wako store in Ginza is a luxury retail establishment of the Seiko Group located in one of the most iconic buildings in Japan this iconic building was the headquarters of K which was founded by Kintarō Hattori in 1881 to wholesale and retail imported timepieces The company  eventually became Seiko Group Corporation this is the second iteration of the iconic building  built in 1932 and with a beautiful Art Deco-influenced Neoclassical facade that somehow survived the firebombing of Tokyo during World War II In addition to being the unfortunate target of Godzilla's ire from the original 1954 movie to the recent film Godzilla Minus One the building houses a department store selling everything from handbags and jewelry to some of the rarest watches from the Seiko brands With the long history of Wako and the Seiko brands it makes sense that it would also be a perfect location to sell a few exclusive limited editions Grand Seiko has a long tradition of "Wako exclusive" models My first in-person exposure to any of the Wako limited edition releases was a display at the iconic department store itself surrounding a column not far from the stairs is a display of some of the most important moments in Grand Seiko's history as well as the watches that you could only get at Wako over the years One common theme with many of the Wako editions is the inclusion of very heavily stylistic Breguet numerals and a variety of dial treatments This creates an aesthetic that basically doesn't exist for any other options in their lineup the placement of "Seiko" at the top of the dial further underscores that the Wako pieces use a design language outside the norm for the brand The SBGH241 that I was able to go "hands-on" with came out in 2018 as a high-beat automatic release in the same case design as the SBGR251 and 253 – 37mm by 13.3mm thick – housing the 9S85 movement This creamy sunburst dial has hash marks on the minute track large polished markers at the five-minute intervals and 12 "Breguet" numeral layout that makes it stand out the watch checks a lot of the other boxes that you'd want from a Grand Seiko even if the movement is a bit on the older side for a brand that innovates rapidly The case has a solid amount of Zaratsu polish as well something well worth the relatively affordable price – around 800,000 yen if memory serves you could end up picking one up in Japan for around $5,000-$5,500 This is a limited release but not a numbered edition so it's possible that a new replacement could come sometime soon you should keep in mind that traveling to Japan itself can cost a lot; it's not exactly a short trip for those of us based in the U.S If your budget is constrained or you're not a sentimental type looking to get the full experience of buying the watch at Wako you can find these on the secondary market for around $4,500 you'll have a Grand Seiko that looks a lot different than almost any other you'll see at your next meetup Another Wako exclusive that caught my eye was this new SBGH357 with a pinkish-orange dial When I toured the Flagship Boutique I immediately gravitated toward this watch as the pink hue reminded me a bit of the now-famous Shunbun Unlike the more natural-looking Shunbun dial which makes sense for the theme of "Autumn Twilight," as seen from the Wako boutique in Ginza Rolex has notably used the linen texture on their dials in the past but it's still so uncommon that the interesting effect alone won some points in my book There's a display caseback showing the 9S85 movement like seen in the other Wako release I just showed you While I don't think this has the same potential for icon status as other Grand Seikos the fact that such an interesting dial flew under the radar means it was well worth the time to check out I'm pretty sure there will be a number of people who are upset they didn't hear about it sooner Reservations for the watch started the day before I arrived in Japan If you're sore about missing out on the last watch The good news is the SBGH283 is a special edition that's still available if you want one The bad news is that it's not as easy as simply going to Tokyo you'll have to either make the six-hour drive or two-and-a-half hour train ride to Morioka station in Iwate Prefecture and then take around a 20-30 minute cab ride to Studio Shizukuishi Grand Seiko's home for mechanical watchmaking you'll have a chance to tour the studio (though you will have to book all of this in advance) and this one features the 9S85 high-beat automatic movement with a three o'clock date It is housed in a 40mm by 13.3mm stainless steel case so it is a bit more balanced than the first Wako piece The dial on the SBGH283 is notoriously hard to capture but as you start to play with angles and highlights meant to evoke the forests surrounding the studio and play a significant part in the brand's nature-inspired identity It also evokes a bit of the wood paneling inside and outside the studio the watch features a gold-toned "Shizukuishi Limited" rotor it's not enough to sway me one way or another it all comes down to the dial and how sentimental you feel about Shizukuishi I had my eye set on another Grand Seiko that I hoped to pick up in Japan – the SLGW003 I decided to wait until I was stateside to pick something up the Shizukuishi model really is certainly attractive and I was incredibly impressed by my time with Grand Seiko in Japan It certainly would have made a nice token to remember the trip but unless I want to buy one on the secondary market (and they do pop up) I'll just have to make the trip back in the future Introducing The Doxa Sub 200, Now With A Steel Bezel Introducing Seiko Prospex 1968 Heritage Diver’s GMT 60th Anniversary Edition SPB519 Business News Rolex Will Raise U.S. Prices In Response To Tariffs Six Of The Coolest CPO Rolex Watches I Saw In London's Old Bond Street Rolex Boutique Reference Points The Cartier Tank Louis Introducing The Christopher Ward C12 'Loco' (Live Pics) Hands-On Tudor's Black Bay Pro Gets A Surprisingly Dramatic Facelift With An Opaline Dial attracting over 200,000 attendees and featuring more than 20,000 athletes competing in 80+ sports and events Founded by legendary bodybuilder and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger the festival has grown into the largest event of its kind and industry leaders from around the globe Martial arts have always been a cornerstone of the event with the Kumite Classic leading the way as it celebrates its 25th anniversary in Columbus in 2025 one of the nation’s most prestigious martial arts brands continues to raise the bar for combat sports excellence the event has evolved into a premier showcase of martial arts talent drawing elite competitors from across the world Established by martial arts visionary Bill Viola Jr. the Kumite Classic has become synonymous with high-level competition and innovation it has provided a platform for athletes to test their skills in various disciplines while also serving as a gateway to internationally recognized tournaments such as WAKO Nationals The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) is at the forefront of the movement to bring kickboxing to the Olympic Games As the official governing body for amateur kickboxing worldwide WAKO has been working tirelessly to achieve full Olympic recognition paving the way for athletes to compete on the world’s biggest stage The merger between the Kumite Classic and the Arnold Sports Festival provided a platform to host the WAKO National Championships and expand the league’s footprint for their team trials WAKO’s journey toward Olympic inclusion took a significant step forward in 2021 when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) granted it full recognition This milestone positioned kickboxing alongside other combat sports reinforcing its legitimacy and global appeal WAKO continues to develop the sport by standardizing rules and fostering fair play in international competitions “The Kumite Classic is more than just a tournament—it’s an experience of martial arts culture and athletic excellence,” said Bill Viola Jr “We take great pride in bringing together competitors and fans to experience the best in combat sports while honoring the traditions and values that make martial arts so unique Adding WAKO into the mix took things to the next level.” the Kumite Classic celebrated its 25-year legacy by merging with the Arnold Sports Festival with over 1,000 athletes and coaches packing the Lausche Expo Center to compete in sport karate In his role as WAKO Tatami Chairman for the United States and President of the Kumite Classic “The Kumite Classic has been semi-retired since 2017 Only a special opportunity like merging the Arnold and WAKO could entice me to resurrect our signature event None of this would have been possible without the Kumite Classic family—we had over 100 full-time volunteers working tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly,” said Viola Jr Kumite Classic Staff“The Arnold Sports Festival is more than just a competition—it’s a celebration of strength and the pursuit of excellence,” said event coordinator Robert Whatule we witness an incredible display of athleticism and passion from both competitors and fans making this event a truly one-of-a-kind experience.” As the Arnold Sports Festival continues to expand organizers remain committed to delivering an unparalleled experience that inspires and educates fitness enthusiasts of all levels the festival solidifies its legacy as the ultimate destination for athletic competition This year’s event showcased an impressive range of divisions drawing renowned martial artists from various disciplines with athletes demonstrating extraordinary technique and tenacity in front of an enthusiastic crowd Clarissa DeHoyo’s performance of Papuren and Cameron Klos’s presentation of Ohan Dai secured victories in the Traditional divisions earning the coveted “Power Rings.” The duo also won a brand-new Tokaido athletic kata gi expressed his support for the event: “We are honored to be a part of the Kumite Classic and to support the traditional karate movement Sensei Bill [Viola Jr.] has a long tradition of attracting top AAU and Shotokan organizations to compete at his events.” the highlight of the festival was the sparring categories where elite competitors battled for custom championship belts and the prestigious “MVP” Most Valuable Point Fighter rings Army’s Clarissa DeHoyo winner of Traditional Power Ring The Black Belt Grand Championships (Open Weight) Title Belt Winners:  Minnesota (Team Paul Mitchell) presented by “Female Fighters Matter Too” founder of the nonprofit group SWERV (which empowers at-risk youth to achieve more in their lives) was a major contributor to the weekend by sponsoring the prize money for the women’s grand champion Her organization is dedicated to helping people change direction and raise awareness through campaigns such as “Female Fighters Matter Too” (FFM2) an equality initiative aimed at ensuring female competitors receive prizes equivalent to those awarded in male divisions for grand champion titles The friendly environment made it a great way to celebrate my birthday.” Maggie Messina awards Adult Open Weight Champion to Team Paul Mitchell’s Ki’Tana Everett “The Kumite Classic at the Arnold Sports Festival continues to grow in both talent and prestige,” said U.S “It’s incredible to see the dedication and skill of these martial artists as they push the boundaries of their abilities on such a grand stage I’ve been to the Kumite Classic as a competitor so I knew adding WAKO would be game-changing—and it did not disappoint and his production is beyond what other promoters do.” Army Coach Wesley Lawerence (left) pictured with 15-17 year old Open Weight Champion Raian MayersA highlight of the event was the highly anticipated team trials where top competitors engaged in high-intensity matches that captivated spectators all vying for a spot on the official WAKO USA Team Only gold medal winners earn a place on the adult team while both gold and silver medalists qualify for the junior squad The Pan American Kickboxing Championships for Children and Juniors will take place from August 27 to 31 The Senior World Championships are set for November 22 to 29 the event provided martial arts enthusiasts with the opportunity to engage with industry professionals and explore the latest trends in martial arts training and equipment Iconic global brands like Tokaido and Century were among the weekend’s sponsors Century President Michael Dillard was on hand to witness Team USA firsthand Century awarded “All-American Patches” to honor the junior team members who medaled in Budapest “We are proud to outfit Team USA for both the Pan Americans and World Championships I am excited for the upcoming WAKO Century Cups and for building a future with the league.” As WAKO continues to push for kickboxing’s inclusion in future Olympic Games events like the Kumite Classic and USA Sport Karate play a crucial role in preparing athletes for international competition The dedication and perseverance displayed at these events reflect the very spirit of the Olympic movement ensuring that kickboxing continues to grow and thrive on a global scale The success of the Kumite Classic at the Arnold Sports Festival underscores the collaborative efforts to expand WAKO and the Olympic movement in the United States The Pennsylvania WAKO State Games will be held on May 10 at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in conjunction with the Pittsburgh Power Expo For more info, visit: www.kumiteclassic.com 2024Astro Bot - Wako Tako Boss Walkthrough (All Collectibles)Here's the Astro Bot walkthrough with all collectibles for Wako Tako in World 2 (Tentacle System) Bill Viola Jr., Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Cameron Klos (2024 Arnold Sports Festival)The Arnold Sports Festival (ASF) the world’s premier sports and fitness exhibition will host the 2025 WAKO USA National Championship and Team Trials in a strategic partnership with Kumite Classic February 28th to March 1st ASF is widely known as the largest multi-discipline sporting event in the world attracting over 100,000 attendees to Columbus which pays homage to Arnold Schwarzenegger has transformed from a bodybuilding show in 1989 into the mecca of the fitness industry today a Pittsburgh-based martial arts promotional company is poised to present a new generation of martial arts competitions highlighting USA Kickboxing as the anchor competition at the Ohio Expo Center brokered the partnership between USA Kickboxing and the Arnold Sports Festival Kumite Classic is notable for hosting the most prominent sport karate-centric expo in North America from 1999-2017 was appointed Chairman of WAKO USA tatami sports under USA Kickboxing he has been leading a committee to expand infrastructure and strengthen affiliations for the organization “Every kid dreams about competing in the Olympics someday WAKO gives them hope.”  USA Kickboxing is the only U.S organization in the sport of kickboxing to have IOC (International Olympic Committee) & AOC (American Olympic Committee) recognition “Our committee is dedicated to giving athletes the very best opportunities to excel.” Along his side is Dawn Roffey “We are ready to take our tatami vision to the next level and Arnold Sports together will give us the exposure to show the world what USA Kickboxing is all about and WAKO USA is the future of sport karate in America Our 2023 nationals in Florida had some of the most talented juniors I’ve ever seen I know this year will be better as we build this new bridge with the Arnold Sports Festival.” “The Arnold Classic heavily influenced my life’s path,” said Viola Jr. “Since the late 1990’s I’ve been a competitor The foundation for Kumite Classic was built in those early Arnold days he inspired me to start my company and emulate his success in Pittsburgh and it felt like the right time to return.”    The Kumite Classic name has been synonymous with elite sport karate athletes for over twenty years; pushing the envelope in terms of exposure and opportunities for competitors “My goal is to bring the level of prestige and professionalism that Kumite Classic has been famous for to Columbus WAKO is a great representation and platform for this collaboration.”      Troy Speakman is the liaison for combat sports working with ASF for the past thirty years “Bringing an established name like Kumite Classic to the event is a wonderful addition I am extremely impressed with the WAKO organization and proud to welcome all the Olympic hopeful athletes.” “When the opportunity presented itself to synergize the Kumite Classic brand with WAKO and Arnold so only a mega event like this could pique my interest Bringing these groups together for the common goal of recognition for the sport is what it’s all about Tyson Wray and Ty Saint have been making headlines overseas Attending nationals is your chance to be a part of history and join the movers and shakers of our sport.”     arguably the best pound-for-pound point fighter in the world right now has been advocating the WAKO movement as he described “WAKO Worlds [2023] was my favorite event thus far in my career and not just because we won the team event in Portugal It was because I was able to win with some of my best friends.”     That is saying a lot from someone who has won just about every major sport karate tournament on the planet “We know there will be plenty more [victories] but there will only be one ‘first time,’ on that type of stage.”  His words resonated with the junior team who rode the momentum and captured a record setting number of medals at the 2024 WAKO Junior World Championships in Budapest Bailey Murphy (left) wins 2023 WAKO USA Nationals WAKO USA head referee Chris Walker presidesToday WAKO is solidified in 130 affiliated nations and 5 continents of which 105 are officially recognized by either the National Olympic Committee or relevant National Government Sports Authority and new sponsors are breaking into market.”  Century Martial Arts has joined the movement as a platinum sponsor of WAKO in 2024 and is currently powering the USA Kickboxing Team “Century is excited and proud to support WAKO USA at the Arnold Sports Festival in 2025 USA Kickboxing has a strong presence that continues to grow and provides opportunities for its athletes to compete worldwide Since the Arnold Sports Festival is a worldwide leader in sports it’s a natural fit for these organizations to come together.”   WAKO Canada and WAKO USA are in the planning stages of a joint venture called the “Century Cup,” a pair of groundbreaking competitions scheduled for 2025 Century now offers official approved and tagged gear that can be used at every level of WAKO competition Century currently sponsors top athletes from WAKO USA is ready for new international opportunities “Team Revolution is ready to experience WAKO and everything that the Arnold has to offer  Having Century onboard will only open more doors and move the sport forward I love seeing this event come full circle with so many great martial artists I’ve worked with over the years.”  Team Revolution alum Sen Gao was recently named ambassador for Chinese martial arts “I always loved the energy of the Kumite Classic and I want to bring that same power to my hometown of Columbus.”  Century is a 2024 Platinum Sponsor of WAKOASF draws over 15,000 athletes competing in a wide range of competitions A confident USA Kickboxing President Rob Zbilski said “We’re very excited to host our national qualifying event at the Arnold Sports Festival because it’s a golden opportunity to showcase the sport of kickboxing and our athletes alongside so many other prestigious champions “By qualifying at the WAKO USA National Championships athletes earn spots to compete internationally at the Pan-American Championships The senior team members will represent the United States at the 2025 World Championships in Abu Dhabi while junior team members earn a spot to compete in the Pan American Championships WAKO International officials stay hopeful for a kickboxing debut at the 2032 Brisbane Next month the world will celebrate “International Kickboxing Day” on the 30th of November commemorating the provisional International Olympic Committee recognition of WAKO This was a long and hard-fought road that began to gain traction when American athletes began competing abroad “The impact of WAKO in the United States has been a process Raymond Daniels and the ‘All-Stars’ really paved the way for our tatami champions when they took the initiative to seek out the top competition in the world he is the most decorated sport karate athlete of our generation and WAKO opened the door to larger opportunities.”  Daniels began looking for ways to expand the WAKO footprint in 2016 The result was the WAKO USA North American Open in collaboration with UFC fight week in Las Vegas The event helped plant a flag for new things to come to the states you must compete against the best from all over the world WAKO is the only organization that offers that.”  Raymond Daniels and the All-stars win the Kumite Classic 10K Team Challenge at the 2016 Kumite Classic.Chris Walker currently serves on the tatami committee as head referee “I’ve been on the competitive side of WAKO for many years and now I sit as someone who can make an impact from the other side It’s been a privilege to step into this role and develop the referee core What sport karate competitors will appreciate is the professionalism and attention to detail WAKO USA brings You can witness how the game is changing by checking out our affiliates like USA Sport Karate.” The Florida-based USA Sport Karate organization is one such partnership that is helping to further WAKO growth by co-sanctioning all their tournaments with USA Kickboxing “Both WAKO and USA Sport Karate are committed to elevate martial arts competition and set new benchmarks for professionalism.”  USA Sport Karate is slated to sanction approximately 30 premier events in collaboration with WAKO next year including the new “State Games” portion of the Kumite Classic at the ASF This portion of the weekend will emphasis under belt competition and building future champions Ohio will feature all standard ring and tatami divisions for both youth and adults   WAKO offers 7 different styles: Point Fighting The ASF event will also offer development level competition for under belts including other disciplines from everything to traditional kata to Chinese martial arts so everyone will have an opportunity to shine under the Kumite Classic umbrella “I am always scouting for the next international champion you need to bring the right combination of physical skill and ready to represent the USA at the highest level Registration for the event will open in October on www.wakousa.org the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Japan The visit began with an address from President Makoto Gonokami and an introduction to RIKEN by Executive Director Makiko Naka along with an introduction to the RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science (CSRS) from Center Director Kazuki Saito and a discussion about cooperation between RIKEN and research institutes in Belgium This was followed by tours of the Molecular Bioregulation Research Team (CSRS) given by Team Leader Shinya Hagihara and the Space-Time Engineering Research Team (RIKEN Center for Advanced Photonics (RAP)) The Elephant Before the Wako Draft Constitution of 2005 there was the Wako Constitutional Amendment Bill of 1992 that seemed to promise the opening up of the political space When it comes to the Constitution of Kenya everyone remembers the so-called Wako Draft which was rejected in the 21 November 2005 referendum But perhaps only a few recall Kenya’s longest serving Attorney General’s first attempt to reform the constitution in 1992 As Katiba Week is relegated to the past and recedes into the rearview mirror until next year I dig into the newspaper archives at the MacMillan Library and into my own files to put together the story of the 1992 Wako Bill formally known as the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Act Was the Wako Bill the work of a reformist working within the constraints of a famously reactionary system Was it a cynical red herring aimed at getting foreign donors to loosen the purse strings Or was it one of President Moi’s trial balloons?  The Wako Draft was named after its principal author It was the result of tinkering with the so-called Bomas Draft by AG Wako and Parliament’s Select Committee on Constitution Review.  the Bomas Draft got its name because it was prepared by the Constitution of Kenya Review Commission (CKRC) and endorsed by a National Constitution Conference held at the Bomas of Kenya In November 2005, ahead of the referendum to reject or ratify the Wako Draft, IRIN News, now known as The New Humanitarian explained here: “The Wako Draft is the final result of a complicated “people-driven” process to rewrite the constitution which began with the enactment of the Constitution of Kenya Review Act of 1997.  “One of the objectives of the review was to reduce the excessive powers vested in the presidency Another was to decentralise the government and bring it closer to the people “These objectives and other rights-based issues were incorporated in the so-called Bomas Draft was by no means a consensus: Some of the delegates to the Bomas assembly walked out in disagreement before the final document was put to vote produced the Naivasha Draft and finally the Wako Draft the subject of the referendum on Monday [November 21 “The Bomas Draft has been consigned to history though it remains the reference document for those opposed to the Wako Draft.” the 2005 Wako Draft was not Amos Wako’s first constitutional rodeo less than a year after his surprise appointment as AG in May 1991 Amos Wako had come up with another draft to amend Kenya’s much amended 1963 Constitution might have completely changed all future conversations about that constitution Wako announced that a Bill would be presented to parliament seeking to amend the constitution the abolition of the Vice President’s post and provide for the appointment of a Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister The Bill also proposed that the president be elected directly by the voters as well as a limit to the presidential tenure of office to two five-year terms there were no presidential term limits in Kenya Clause 6 of the Bill would have enabled the incumbent to remain in office until the person elected as president in a subsequent presidential election took office.  The proposed amendments to Section 6 of the Constitution would also have empowered the president to appoint the Speaker of the National Assembly to deputise for him in case of illness it stipulated that the Speaker would not act except in accordance with a resolution of the cabinet in exercising powers relating to the preservation of public security; prorogation and dissolution of parliament and the appointment of a prime minister and his deputy ministers Clause 5 of the Bill would have enabled the Speaker of the National Assembly to act when the office of the president was vacant until a presidential election was held The Bill also gave the president the power to call a referendum whenever he considered it necessary in respect of any issue the president would have to receive a recommendation from parliament supported by votes of no less than 65 per cent of all MPs would be directed by the Electoral Commission in the manner prescribed under parliament.  the president would also have powers to sack or appoint civil servants with the advice of the Public Service Commission.  Other amendments proposed in the bill were that the president would have to vacate office if he was found to have acted in wilful violation and disregard of the constitution and if the issue has been referred to a referendum.  he would be entitled to pension allowances adequate security staff and travel allowance The Bill stipulated: “Such benefits shall not be varied during the President’s lifetime.”  the prime minister would have executive power and would be appointed from the National Assembly The prime minister would have to be from the political party which the president considers the best able to command the support of the majority of members of the National Assembly the president would have to give preference to the party with the majority of MPs in parliament The Bill stated that the president could remove the prime minister if parliament passed a resolution of no confidence and the prime minister failed to resign within three days The prime minister could also be removed if after a general election there were changes regarding the party with the majority of seats The Bill provided for the appointment of a deputy prime minister in consultation with the prime minister.  the deputy prime minister and cabinet ministers would have to relinquish any positions they held in private companies The Bill stated that the president was entitled to attend any meeting of the cabinet if requested by the prime minister “The Prime Minister shall also be leader of the government business in Parliament and shall coordinate the work of the cabinet he shall keep the President informed of the general conduct of government and furnish him with any information he may require.” Section 46 of the 1963 Constitution was also proposed for amendments stipulating the exercise of legislative power of parliament and providing for the president to dissolve parliament after consultation with the prime minister and the Speaker.  Clause 27 of the Wako Bill defined the powers of the president in parliament “He shall be entitled to address parliament and communicate trade through the speaker and can attend all proceedings and vote if he wishes.” The proposed amendments also stipulated the qualifications of those intending to contest the presidency and said that candidates would have to be nominated by a political party that took part in a general election and garnered the support of no less than 51 per cent of voters Reflecting Kenya’s political past since independence where it was normal for there to be only one presidential candidate the Bill said: “Where only one candidate for President is nominated In a memorandum of objects and reasons accompanying the Bill Wako explained that the Bill also provided for the holding of a referendum and extended the functions of the Electoral Commission to include directing and supervising local government elections The wide-ranging Bill was seen as an attempt to introduce minimum reforms ahead of that year’s expected first multi-party elections in over two decades Other measures it contained included provisions for legal aid in cases where a substantial allegation of infringement of human rights The Bill also recommended the repeal of Section 127 of the constitution under which the president could make regulations specifically for North-Eastern Province and contiguous districts The excitement in the country was palpable following the announcement of the Bill and its contents With this Bill – coming on the heels of the repeal of Section 2A which made the country a multi-party state once more – Kenya appeared to be on the fast track to change in time for the new dispensation following the first multi-party election expected to take place later in 1992 but still in very many ways Kanu’s and Moi’s Kenya things were not all they seemed and nothing was ever straightforward considering the times and the tone in the country it was all too good to be true and the Bill was not so much for local consumption as it was for those holding the levers of power in donor countries This appeared to be the view of Kenya’s fledgling opposition parties which after meeting to discuss the announcement of the Wako Bill sensed that all was not as it seemed and pretty much dismissed it out of hand Many saw the Bill as a tactic by Kanu and President Daniel arap Moi to maintain power while giving the appearance of reform since none of the members of the opposition were MPs whether the Bill was good or bad did not matter as Kanu MPs would have their merry way Let me give you a little taste of the political scene at the time It was a time when there was a lot of talk of constitutional change in the run-up to the December 1991 repeal of Section 2A that returned the country to a multi-party state.  The newly appointed AG Amos Wako suggested that Kenya adopt a system of governance similar to that of France there was a flurry of excitement among politicians both within the ruling party and without Some observers even went as far as to suggest that this might be the perfect solution to Kenya’s problem at the time which was that of a powerful presidency without any practical parliamentary checks and balances or many observers of Kenyan politics considered Wako to have reformist credentials especially when held up against his predecessor President Daniel arap Moi appointed Wako to replace a flagging Justice Matthew Guy Muli whom Moi then returned to the judiciary this time as a judge of the Court of Appeal Muli’s tenure as AG since 1983 had been riddled with complaints from the legal fraternity over what was seen as his poor interpretation of the law one of his promises to Kenyans was that he would examine existing legislation with a view to introducing relevant amendments.  things were beginning to heat up on the political scene with both local and foreign pressure piling on the Moi government following the murder of Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Robert Ouko in February Muli’s health came under the spotlight and critics were beginning to ask themselves how much longer he could hang on Muli was forced to rise in parliament on a point of order to state that he was still the AG This incident took place following a question by Kandui MP Maurice Makhanu who had asked in the House who Kenya’s Attorney General was.  Makhanu’s somewhat cheeky question arose due to the fact that Public Works Minister Timothy Mibei had been appointed to perform the duties of the AG in November 1989 when Muli’s poor health saw him leave the country on sick leave Mibei’s appointment to act as AG had not been revoked.  The sun was beginning to set on Muli’s reign as AG which at the time was second in longevity to that of Charles Njonjo Wako would have served a record-beating 20 years at Sheria House There was already a lot of talk in parliament about amending the constitution when Wako took office Thought to be acting as one of President Moi’s trial balloon testers in parliament the then Planning and National Development Assistant Minister Noor Abdi Ogle suggested that the constitution be changed to allow for the establishment of a Majimbo (federal) system of government said he was calling for Majimbo in response to unnamed people whom he said did not want to see Kenya remain a united nation “There are some government critics who are agitating for political pluralism because they do not want to see us united as one government we may be forced to call for the amendment of the constitution to pave the way for the establishment of a federal government system.” Ogle’s statement drew several points of order from MPs who wanted to know on what basis he was talking of a move to establish a federal system of government.  Among those who questioned him was nominated MP Ezekiel Barngetuny “Does the Assistant Minister want to tell us that each district or province should form its own government if we cannot stay united as one nation with one central government I don’t see any reason why we should not pave the way for the creation of a federal system of government “The Constitution may be amended to create room for each community to form its own government so that we do not have the kind of squabbles created by multi-party advocates who claim to be speaking on behalf of Kenyans.” wondered why Ogle wanted to take Kenya back to the Majimbo system of government the then Health Minister Mwai Kibaki also rose on a point of order and told the House that Ogle was misleading it by saying there was a time when Kenya had a federal system of government.  And if he’s calling for the establishment of something new Instead of telling us that we will revert to the federal system we cannot revert to a system which we have never had saying: “Some of us have only read of Majimbo if people continue agitating against the government then we shall amend the constitution so that each community goes its own way.” who was also the country’s Finance Minister was in Paris meeting with the Consultative Group of donors and multilateral institutions basically the people who held the country’s purse strings Accompanied by planning and national development Minister Zachary Onyonka and the Central Bank of Kenya Governor Eric Kotut Saitoti was on a vital mission to beg the donors to reduce their chokehold on Kenya’s finances As well as calling for specific financial and economic reforms the donors made it clear that there would be no support forthcoming unless there were political reforms delegates underlined that good governance is a prerequisite for equitable economic development and would therefore be a major factor in influencing aid allocations Donors stressed the need for early implementation of political reforms to reinforce the benefits of economic structural change.” when Kanu’s 3,600-strong special National Delegates Conference met at Kasarani Sports Complex on 3 December 1991 a week after the Paris meeting with donors the party which had sworn never to allow multi-party democracy did a political about-turn and voted overwhelmingly to repeal Section 2A and to pursue multi-party democracy the then French Ambassador to Kenya Pierre Auzimour gave an interesting interview to the Kenya Times newspaper the relationship between France and Kenya was characterised by diplomatic and economic cooperation France had significant economic interests in Kenya particularly in sectors like infrastructure The most notable example was the Turkwel Gorge Dam built under the auspices of the Kerio Valley Development Authority between 1986 and 1991 through a partnership of the Kenyan and French governments expressed concerns about human rights and governance issues in Kenya pushing for reforms while balancing its strategic interests in the region “We talked a little about politics and a lot about the economy there is no doubt that a great deal of pressure was put on the Kenyan delegation to link international aid to internal decisions made by the Kenya government.  by the fact that certain delegations were still not really aware of the true situation in the country perhaps because they were composed exclusively of officials from their capitals.  “This allowed Vice President Saitoti to specify things to mention decisions taken by Kenya over the last few months and also indicate very clearly that new steps would be taken without delay in matters of pluralism The atmosphere has improved hour by hour as discussions have been going on especially after the introduction of multi-party politics which has just been decided on here in Kenya.” Amos Wako was dispatched to London where he met with an all-party group on overseas development at the House of Commons In keeping with Kenya’s long unwritten tradition of briefing foreign governments on developments in Kenya before informing Kenyans about them Wako duly informed the group that Kenya had undergone major political changes and reforms as it approached its first multi-party general election It was at this meeting that Wako hinted at what would soon be known as the Wako Bill He told the British politicians that amendments to the Presidential and Parliamentary Elections Act were being worked out for presentation to the cabinet.  Wako told them that he was looking into amendments of various acts to give effect to the multi-party system “I hope to submit the proposed amendments to the cabinet shortly they will be debated by Parliament when it resumes.” waited to see what parliament would decide the Kanu parliamentary group met under the chairmanship of President Moi and directed the AG to withdraw the Bill which had been gazetted only a week earlier probably the fact that if the Bill passed and became law There was also the fear that they could not predict how the elections would go it was already looking as though Kanu might be decimated at the polls and this new Bill the main reason for the withdrawal of the Bill was that it had not convinced the country’s donors to loosen the purse strings Moi and Kanu probably figured there was no point going so far without reciprocity All the political and economic acrobatics – with the repeal of 2A and the promised constitutional changes – had only led to a slight loosening of the purse strings What few coins were released were often tied to specific conditions related to governance and democratisation and the relationship with the donors continued to be characterised by tension and conditionality.  the so-called tribal clashes began and the ruling party’s group of young hired guns – also known as Youth for Kanu 1992 of YK’92 – was formed the motion to reject the Wako Bill was introduced at the Kanu parliamentary meeting by none other than Planning and National Development Assistant Minister Noor Abdi Ogle He said that the Bill mentioned the formation of a transitional government and argued that such a government was not provided for the constitution Ogle made it sound to the group as though the Bill’s main aim was to topple the Moi presidency conveniently ignoring the fact that the Bill had been supported by the cabinet chaired by Moi before it was gazetted the Kanu parliamentary group meeting also resolved that President Moi would hold office until the multi-party election results were announced the Wako Bill was significant in that it promised to open up the political space Its shelving meant that Kenya’s deeper structural and institutional issues would continue to plague the political landscape for almost 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Convention Center Competitors from across the nation fought for contention to represent America at the WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) Junior World Championships in Budapest 61 athletes and a coaching staff of 10 will represent America at the World Championships August 23-September 1st at BOK Sports Hall USA Kickboxing sanctions competition in two disciplines the organization is spearheading Kickboxing towards the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane “This was our most competitive and largest nationals to date We are confident in our junior athletes headed to Budapest in August and our senior athletes competing in Chile [Vina del Mar] in October Tatami champions from Chile will earn a slot in the prestigious World Games in Chengdu we inch one step closer to an Olympic birth.”  USA Kickboxing is the only U.S The athletes compete at the highest of levels qualifying in our National Championship Tournaments to earn their spots on the team to compete internationally at the Pan-American Championships WAKO USA serves as the gateway to the Olympics The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) the National Governing Body for the sport under the patronage of the International Olympic Committee The league alternates with Junior and Senior World Championships every other year In 2023 The 2023 Senior Worlds was represented with 70 countries and 1,670 athletes The United States sent 49 entries and 23 coaches 13 medals America was able to claim one of the most sought after titles rabbits have been recognized for their ability to produce antibodies with higher specificity and affinity compared to mice and rats the lack of a myeloma cell line for rabbits as a fusion cell strain made it challenging to use the hybridoma method to produce monoclonal antibodies Fujifilm has developed a new platform which overcomes these issues combining the strengths of the DNA immunization method with their proprietary single B-cell screening technique to produce 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can function as inhibitors or components of peptide-drug conjugates (PDCs) This service is ideal for development of novel therapeutics targeting difficult proteins Training camp was held June 29-30th in Clearwater Competitors from across the nation assembled for two days of conditioning and training with the national USA Kickboxing coaching staff a 3x World Kickboxing Champion and Director of Coaches hosted the event and Damian Rodriguez set out a strategic plan to prepare the squad of 60 hopefuls as they prepare for the Olympic-style competition   The staff brought in the current WAKO World Champions to help lead the sessions arguably the pound-for-pound best point fighter in the world He shared experience and drills that helped him climb the top of the sparring ladder offered his competitive outlook and training tips World Champion Ki’Tana Evereett was on hand to inspire the next generation of female fighters According to Bill Viola Jr (WAKO USA Tatami Chairman) “A great deal of credit needs to be given to El Java [Abdul-Qadir] He is such a passionate coach and was the backbone of our camp USA is in good hands under his direction.”       The team is in contention for WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) Junior World Championships titles The championships will be held in Budapest Hungary August 23-September 1st at BOK Sports Hall  “This is the largest junior team the United States has sent to a WAKO World Championship and we are confident that our superstars like Bailey and Ty are giving them an edge The energy on the tatami and motivation was contagious all weekend Ty and Bailey are two of the best in the business so our team was in good hands.”  Viola’s daughter is representing USA as an older cadet (13-15 years old) category and explains “I loved the camp because I got to fight the older female competitors and they pushed me to be my best.” Viola Jr “Besides our junior athletes like Gabby headed to Budapest we are sending senior athletes to Chile [Vina del Mar] in October Tatami champions from Chile will earn a slot in the prestigious World Games in Chengdu We are truly making a mark around the world We are the Olympic movement for Kickboxing in the United States If you want to compete at the highest level of professionalism for sport karate The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) is the National Governing Body for the sport under the patronage of the International Olympic Committee “The current junior team will be at the perfect age for a potential Kickboxing debut at the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane We are a recognized Olympic sport; we just need to gain medal status WAKO league alternates with Junior and Senior World Championships every other year the Adult Team members set sight on Abu Dhabi “We are a non-profit entity and not subsidized by the USA; that is a heavy financial burden Other countries fund their athletes to compete so we are looking for new partnerships and sponsors to continue sending the best America has to offer on a global scale President of the Max Planck Society (Germany) they met with Executive Directors including President Makoto Gonokami and exchanged views on past and future activities between the two institutions the delegation went to the Tokyo Campus for a tour of the RIKEN Center for Advanced Intelligence Project by Center Director Masashi Sugiyama and Team Leader (Cognitive Behavioral Assistive Technology Team) Mihoko Otake They then moved to the Wako Campus for the meeting and a tour of the Cluster for Pioneering Research a "Reception to Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the Cooperation between the Max Planck Society and RIKEN" was held at the official residence of the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Japan H.E jointly hosted by the German Embassy in Tokyo and the Max Planck Society The reception was attended by a large number of guests and congratulatory speeches were delivered by Ambassador von Goetze Ambassador for Science and Technology Cooperation as Special Assistant to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Executive Director Makiko Naka (3rd from left) Vice President / Director at the MPI for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Christian Doeller (11th) Director at the MPI for Nuclear Physics Klaus Blaum (12th) Director at the MPI for Medical Research Joachim Spatz (14th) JP EN FR 简体中文 繁體中文 Richer living through mindfulness of the traditional Japanese seasons Discovering a richer life in the traditional seasons of Japan Place × Season × Time=Unforgettable experiencesThrilling experiences born of the right place Discovering the hidden stories in everyday lifeUntold stories from just around the corner in Japan Unique brand stories combining tradition with revolutionRevolutionary traditionalism: Brand stories like no other Interviews with the people of the momentMeetings with the women and men who make Japan tick Weaving a lifestyle from Japanese sensibilities and aestheticsBring the Japanese sense of 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souvenir or gift The top tier contains three types of "Carré de Chocolat" chocolate bars including the Valentine's Day limited flavors of strawberry and blonde while the middle and bottom tiers contain six types of Chocolat Frais including the Valentine's Day limited flavor "Speciality," and six types of Chocolat Frais decorated with cookies "Aroma Chocolat" is a new mousse chocolate cake available only for Valentine's Day It is made with Vietnamese chocolate produced within 60 days of harvest and has a light <Valentine's Day Limited Edition> Minardis 4,950 yen (including one drink) Limited to 1 meals per day The dessert plate "Minardies," inspired by the clock tower of Wako will also be available in a Valentine's Day version for a limited time The lineup includes mini sweets only available during this season such as a petite version of the new cake "Aroma Chocolat," as well as macaron raspberry chocolate and financier chocolate The seasonal "Freshly Baked Chocolate Pie" is a crispy chocolate-flavored pie crust filled with chocolate and cherries Valentine's chocolates can be ordered not only in stores but also through the Wako Online Boutique If you want to be sure to get your hands on some In addition to informing you of the latest information via newsletter we also plan to inform you of exclusive events and give away special gifts March 25: The National Kickboxing Association Nepal has selected five players to participate in the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) Kickboxing World Cup Four male and one female players have been selected from the selection tournament held at Dasharath Stadium on Monday The selected male players include Asik Koli of Sudurpaschim Province under the 57 kg Sagar Darji of Bagmati Province under the 67 kg Sunim Shrestha of Bagmati under the 69 kg and Koshish Shrestha of Bagmati under the 71 kg weight category Sanju Sumba Tamang of Bagmati will compete in the women's under-51 kg category The closed training of the selected players has kicked off from today The 1st WAKO World Cup is being held in Bangkok Phone : +977-1-4222921 Email : risingnepaldaily@gmail.com Acting Editor-in-Chief(Print) : Bhimsen Thapaliya She has built Japanese language instruction from the ground up at Amherst where her own “stage-step approach” textbooks have been a game-changer but Tawa’s thoughts on teaching foreign languages are complex where she hung a similar in-use sign on the door (“My students will just walk in otherwise!”) and graciously offered me some of her wisdom on the subject.   Q: What is lacking in how we have historically taught foreign languages to native English speakers A: We can’t really talk about teaching without understanding how human beings learn The biggest issue is ignoring individual differences but they also have to learn four different skills: speaking each skill does not transfer to the other.  Q: Can you summarize your stage-step technique?   A: I see a forced dichotomy in the field: Do we teach communication or do we teach grammar Because communication is possible only when the listener and speaker share common abstract rules Many educators are not really defining what grammar is It’s not just verb forms and structure; it’s usage that makes communication possible Even if a student is able to create a perfect sentence if that perfect sentence is used in the wrong situation The stage-step technique is breaking down learning foreign languages into the conceptual part and the skills part—the stages being about concept and the steps being about skill speaking—under the umbrella of a certain stage of conceptualization what’s useful to Student A may not be useful to Student B so another goal of the stage-step technique is to teach them metacognition We teach them how to study and how to learn on their own Teachers are not information providers; we’re facilitators of learning Q: Japanese is considered a “Category IV” language the Foreign Service Institute (a division of the U.S State Department) categorized languages into four groups—“one” being the easiest to learn That terminology is confusing because it’s not referring to absolute difficulty It’s measuring the distance between English and the target language their research found a Category I language (Spanish Swedish) took 600–750 class hours to learn grammar is something you understand and do automatically but we lose that ability after a certain age For a college student who’s never heard Japanese it requires a more elaborate system.  Grammar is the nitty gritty but it also encompasses the bigger picture—let’s redefine it Amherst College Professor Wako Tawa Awarded $150,000 Grant to Support Category Four Language Instruction Asian Languages & Civilizations 3 Questions for the Loeb Career Center’s Emily Griffen 3 Questions for Dean of Financial Aid Gail Holt on the New, Easier FAFSA Form 3 Questions for Hivemouth, Amherst’s Newest Student Rock Band 3 Questions for Professor Wako Tawa About Teaching the 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the sixth floor of Seiko House The exhibition is called "Ishikawa Crafts - Lacquer and Ceramics" Come and see the fruits of the sincere creative work of these craftsmen who have continued to work on their art despite the difficult circumstances fleeting colors are in perfect harmony with the brilliance of the gold leaf and this perfect harmony is covered with a gentle milky white color like a spring mist It is as if an impressionist painter had used watercolors to paint a light-filled Japanese spring on canvas it goes far beyond the conventional concept of "Kinrande" it is a pottery with a mysterious expression that makes it feel as if it is made of pottery "Golden brocade colored water fingers" diameter 17.5 x height 15.5 cm Yoshida is the fourth generation owner of Kinzangama Kiln has been recognized as a holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure) for his technique of "Yurikinsai." there are various techniques for this Kutani ware the technique of "kinsai" using gold leaf has been passed down for generations most of the pottery is made in bright colors "Colored gold cup" diameter 6.2 x height 6.2 cm "I grew up in the birthplace of Kutani ware and from an early age I was close to the pottery made by my father and other generations of pottery Among the various overglaze ware techniques the 'underglaze gold color' that my father used is an extremely difficult technique in which a pattern is painted with gold leaf or gold paint then glaze is applied on top and the ware is fired While inheriting this technique from my father I also repeatedly tried and tested to create my own unique colors I arrived at a new method of expression that does not mix colors but instead layers pale colors with Western paints to create a variety of colors and adds the "Kinrande" technique of baking gold leaf on top It can be said that this technique was only possible thanks to the traditions of "Kinzan Kiln." They collect the remaining pieces of gold leaf that have been cut up and used then knead them together to make gold powder The gold leaf itself is also custom-made to a thickness unique to Kinzangama it is possible to create a brilliant gold effect "The recent rise in the price of gold is a bit of a headache To layer pale colors and create a variety of different tones the piece must be fired in the kiln many times as many as seven or eight firings are required the final product must be visualized in advance it would take a long time to hand-draw sketches of the finished product Yoshida has been working on a project to speed up the sketch creation process by teaming up with a technician in a certain field; that field is the study of generative art Developed in collaboration with Alexis Andre a researcher at Sony Computer Science Laboratories the tool is an art production tool in which a computer that has learned Yoshida's style of work generates the painting for the vessel Yoshida himself manipulates various variables on the screen and selects and adopts the ideas generated by the computer to complete the sketch the power of computers has expanded the possibilities to obtain images that were previously unimaginable An image generated by the tool named "Tomonami" (left) and a work created by Yoshida based on that (right). (This work is not exhibited at the exhibition. The image is fromSony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc., Tokyo, Japan (Reprinted from "Being involved in this development was a good opportunity to think anew about what traditional crafts are It involves making sure to incorporate the techniques that have been passed down as your own while at the same time not neglecting to look to the future and take on new challenges I believe that this is the reason why traditional crafts have been able to continue to exist until now What my father has been doing for many years the new colors that I have created through trial and error and the complex expressions that these colors create and creating final sketches using a computer - all of these are forms of traditional crafts that will be passed down to the next generation." Chinkin and Maki-e are decorative techniques for lacquer It takes a long time to master just one of these techniques but lacquer artist Yasunori Sakamoto has mastered both and is able to use both in a single piece with mastery "I have been studying Chinkin since I was young My wife was the daughter of a lacquer artist so I learned the techniques from my father-in-law and was able to do lacquer work." there are not many makers in Wajima who can use both techniques with ease Chinkin is a technique in which a pattern is carved into the surface with a blade and gold leaf or powder is then sunk into it Maki-e is a technique in which a pattern is drawn on the surface of lacquerware with lacquer and then gold powder is sprinkled on before the lacquerware dries Although both are lacquerware decoration techniques but the expressions and atmospheres are completely different It is actually quite difficult to combine two decorations with different expressions and atmospheres in one piece I think about it a lot from the very first stage when I imagine the finished product and draw a rough sketch deciding on Chinkin in this part and Maki-e in this part The rough sketch has a big influence on the quality of the finished product." titled "Night Play," depicts fireflies flying about on a summer night sad light they emit is a collection of extremely tiny gold particles which shine for a moment in the pitch black darkness The almost fantastical sparkle is produced by the mind-bogglingly detailed work of drilling tiny holes into the surface of the lacquer and sinking the gold particles into them Makie lacquer box "Night Play" 27 x 13 x 12 cm Fireflies fly around a riverside overgrown with ferns softly reflect the light emitted by the fireflies The subdued glow of the mother-of-pearl is perhaps the sparkle of the flowing river water This dreamily beautiful scene is a unique world that could only be achieved by Sakamoto One of the techniques of maki-e is called "rankaku" (egg shell) It is a technique that literally uses egg shells Quail or chicken egg shells are crushed into small pieces pasted onto lacquer and then coated with a top coat The small pieces of egg shell that were pasted onto the lacquer emerge as beautiful patterns This technique is said to have started in the Edo period and "It'll be nice if it's sunny" depicts large white hydrangeas blooming in the rain Eggshell lacquer box "It'd be nice if it was sunny" 13.5 x 28 x 12 cm If you look closely at each petal of a hydrangea you will see that it is covered with small pieces of eggshell so densely that the word "densely" is appropriate It is like a jigsaw puzzle made of eggshells There are so many pieces of eggshell that it is difficult to count how many pieces of eggshell are used in one petal The accumulation of petals becomes a large hydrangea The blue of the falling raindrops is painted with mother-of-pearl and the hydrangea leaves are painted with chinkin this work was completed after a mind-boggling amount of work but perhaps the lines of the petals and raindrops give it a somewhat modern feel I have been trying to incorporate the expression and movement of flowing water into my work The rain depicted in mother-of-pearl is one such attempt so I create patterns from scenery that I have been familiar with since childhood and that stick in my mind so we naturally hear songs that young people listen to For both "Yayuugi" and "Haretara Iine," the artist names and song titles of the songs we heard on the radio gave us hints for the names of the pieces Maki-e box "Wind Concerto" 13 x 21 x 12 cm Sakamoto-san removed the cover of "It'll be Nice If It's Sunny." Hidden on the side of the cover was a beautiful rainbow floating in the sky after the rain Although Sakamoto's home was damaged in last year's earthquake his studio and tools were not significantly affected and he was fortunate to be able to start making lacquer in the fall there are many craftsmen and artists in Wajima whose studios and even their homes were damaged leaving them unable to continue making lacquer Wishing from the bottom of his heart that these people will be able to return to their crafts as soon as possible Sakamoto continues to silently face the lacquer in his studio today In addition to the two artists we spoke to the following nine others are exhibiting in this exhibition: works by the following artists will be on display as special exhibits: [Ceramics] Yoshida Yoshinori and Nakata Kazuo Time: 11:00 – 19:00 until 17:00 on the last day He has been a member of the editorial department of Fujingaho a long-established women's magazine founded in 38 and has researched and written manuscripts on a variety of Japanese culture including traditional Japanese crafts such as pottery and lacquer art he is in charge of articles for Premium Japan about Ryuho Sasaoka head of the Sasaoka school of the Miso-ryu school the fourth head of the Onoue school and third generation head of the Onoue school She has visited Kyoto many times over the years but there are rumors that she knows more about izakaya than about Japanese culture Contact Us / Access Mukai Momo joined Wako Nuclear Science Center at IPNS as an assistant professor We interviewed her about what sparked her interest in the world of nuclear physics and how she refreshes her mind when faced with challenges in her work ■What sparked your interest in nuclear physics I was interested in astrophysics and entered a university that had laboratories in that field I found it interesting to measure invisible radiation with radiation detectors and analyze it in a magnetic field in a practical class and I wanted to learn more about experiments I switched to nuclear experiments for my bachelor thesis I learned about the connection between astronomical phenomena and nuclear physics in an intensive course and became interested in the contribution nuclear research can make to the understanding of astronomical phenomena so I decided to continue my research in this field ■What kind of research were you involved in before coming to KEK I was involved in the devalopment and research at the KEK Isotope Separation System（KISS） who headed the nuclear experiment laboratory at KEK I joined an experiment led by a professor in the laboratory at the university called the Rare RI Ring （R3） an instrument for precise mass measurement of nuclei and participated in the development of a high time-resolution time-of-flight detector and in experiments to measure the mass of neutron-rich Ni isotopes I was given the opportunity to work at KISS again at RIKEN a detector for decay measurements combined with precise mass measurements isotope shift measurements of neutron-rich tungsten isotopes and decay spectroscopy of 187Ta I worked for one year at the Graduate School of Engineering where I worked on applied radiation measurements and laser spectroscopy that I had done in my previous research ■What kind of research do you hope to pursue at KEK I would like to advance our understanding of the astronomical environments in which heavy elements originate the bottleneck is that we do not know the properties of neutron-rich nuclei that are thought to be synthesized in astronomical environments and we need to clarify their properties experimentally We are currently working on a plan to upgrade KISS an experimental instrument for producing and spectroscopy neutron-rich nuclei which have been difficult to access using conventional methods The experimental techniques required are not necessarily well established The process of advancing spectroscopy of unknown nuclides toward the target nuclides and accumulating knowledge is also meaningful and I would like to work on it enthusiastically ■Can you share your method of refreshing your mind when facing difficulties in research and work IPNS Ethiopian Airlines Group announces the inauguration of the newly built Wako Gutu Airport Terminal at Bale Robe in the presence H.E The new state of the art airport terminal is aimed at advancing the socio-economic and cultural interrelation between the domestic regions and beyond providing seamless domestic air transportation service Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO said: “We are delighted to announce the completion of this terminal project which brings an enhanced travel experience to our passengers flying to and from this destination “Our commitment to improving the airport experience across our domestic network drives us to invest in upgrades and renovations like this “We take great pride in delivering this state-of-the-art facility and look forward to offering our passengers an elevated level of comfort and convenience.” Ethiopian Airlines continues to enhance regional connectivity serving over 22 destinations across the country The airline operates up to 14 weekly flights to and from Robe Wako Gutu Airport Your registration will include editorial emails and offers from EVA International By creating an account, I agree to the terms of service, and privacy policy EVA International Media Ltd trading as ARGSBoswell Cottage We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with 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the renowned Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells and the Wisconsin Sport Karate League (WSKL) the event brought together over 500 competitors hailing from various corners of the United States Infinity partnered with USA Kickboxing to offer WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) open weight sparring divisions was on hand to center referee the divisions and introduce WAKO rules and procedures for athletes who wish to attend the 2025 nationals team trials The adult champions were Cameron Klos of Team Kumite (Pennsylvania) and Ashley Johnson of Team NK (Minnesota) Junior Champions included WAKO Team USA members Xander Eddy (14-15 open weight) and Gabby Viola (12-13 open weight) who will also represent USA Kickboxing in Budapest Hungary this August at the WAKO Junior World Championships For more information about the event and upcoming tournaments, interested individuals are encouraged to visit the Wisconsin Sport Karate League website at www.WisconsinSportKarateLeague.com For more information on WAKO USA visit https://wakousa.org   BB 10-11 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (M/F) BB 12-13 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (M) BB 12-13 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (F) BB 14-15 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (M) BB 14-15 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (F) BB 16-17 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (M) BB 16-17 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (F) BB 18-34 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (M) BB 18-34 BB Open weight Point Sparring  (WAKO division) (F) Japan – FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corporation (President: Koichi Yoshida) today announced the launch of the MassivEVTM EV Purification Column PS and MassivEVTM Purification Buffer Set products designed for high-purity and high-efficiency mass purification of extracellular vesicles (EVs) to support exosome research.  EVs are lipid bilayer-delimited vesicles released by cells containing a variety of physiological active substances including lipids and proteins involved in intercellular communication that play a role in disease and health1 EVs secreted by mesenchymal stem cells are reported to have a therapeutic effect on various diseases and skin conditions2 prompting active R&D in the areas of healthcare there is a growing need for mass purification of high-quality EVs for application in diagnostic and drug delivery pharmaceutical manufacturing processes The MassivEV EV Purification Column PS and the MassivEV Purification Buffer Set are capable of EV purification from liter-scale cell culture supernatants compatible with safety and pharmacological testing The products are based on the PS Affinity method3 FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical’s proprietary EV isolation technique developed by Professor Rikinari Hanayama of Kanazawa University The MassivEV products can achieve efficient single-step purification of EVs in higher purity than those obtained with the conventional mass EV purification method4 which requires multiple purification steps5.  FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical is working to achieve compliance with the Standards for Biological Ingredients6 and ISO203997 and promoting further process development for future applications in commercial-scale manufacturing With commitment to the future of science and dedication to creating happiness FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical will continue to develop and supply high-quality products that cater to the needs of our society and customers and contributing to the advancement of academic research The new MassivEV products are currently available in the U.S Product names / Release date / Description / Recommended wholesale price [Ceramics] Shinno Iwao Celadon Ribboned Vase (Diameter 16.6 x Height 27.2 cm) The Seiko House Hall will be hosting the "Crafts and Kôgei Creations - Living National Treasures Exhibition," which will bring together works by holders of important intangible cultural properties (Living National Treasures) from April 4rd to 3th [Dyeing and weaving] Sachiko Arakaki's obi fabric "Concerto" gold-plated lacquer and mother-of-pearl striped vase (diameter 10.3 cm x height 23 cm) "Living National Treasure" is the colloquial term for a "holder of an important intangible cultural property," and refers to an individual who has honed their craft skills over a long period of time [Lacquerware] Nishi Katsuhiro "Ibota Flower" Gold-plated box (19 x 26 x height 16 cm) [Metalwork] Nanryo tea jar "Tsukimiya" by Yukie Otsuka (diameter 13.4cm x height 16.2cm) This 10th exhibition will display works by 5 artists from five craft fields: ceramics Each artist has repeatedly engaged in dialogue with the material and the works on display are full of charm embodying the form of beauty they envision Smoked Bamboo Flower Basket "Miyabi" (Diameter 37cm x Height 24cm) This exhibition brings together supreme works that combine advanced techniques passed down through the ages with the "beauty of utility" that fits into modern life made up of individuals fascinated by the possibilities musicality and mystique of this instrument With the concept "From the Land of the Rising Sun with the Soul of Japan" the group creates a new cultural world through the fusion of taiko the group performed at the Monaco International Film Festival where their film "The Golden Earth" won numerous awards and where the team also won the Casting Award The troupe also performed at the opening of the Monaco International Film Festival they broadcast their appearances and let the world hear the sound and power of the taiko Regular guests of the festival for many years find them drumming on the stages of Japan Expo 23rd Impact We have developed and manufactured high-quality products as a comprehensive reagent manufacturer that can respond to the research needs of forefront fields with the fervently desire of "be helpful to all researchers" since establishment Specialty Chemicals and Clinical Diagnostic reagents based on our advanced technology and we are responding to the many needs from academia The Fujifilm Group has positioned two businesses as its growth drivers: the healthcare business which addresses the three domains of prevention and treatment; and the highly functional materials business which handles materials and resources used in a range of industrial fields We have been promoting business activities as the core group company handling healthcare and highly functional materials businesses of the Fujifilm Group through proactive business expansion overseas in addition to applying the rigorous R&D and sales base that has been built up in Japan over many years the Fujifilm Group celebrated its 90th anniversary we discussed what role the Fujifilm Group should play in society to create a better future and established the Group Purpose of "Giving our world more smiles” With our new Group Purpose as our guide and aspiration we will increase the number of smiles in the world we will not only develop new products and technologies that will become the next power of science but also actively promote further globalization and as a company engaged in cutting-edge technology we will continue to take on the challenge of increasing the number of smiles on the face of the earth We will continue to take on the challenge as a company engaged in cutting-edge technology Home   Sport   Article AIDAN Lennan continued his success in kickboxing as he won three gold medals at the WAKO British National Championship Competing in his final year as a junior in the under-19’s competition he won gold medals in the 63kg Points Fighting he claimed a silver medal in the Kick Light category and two bronze medals in the Light Contact and Points fighting categories He has qualified for the Great Britain squad for all three disciplines at the European Championships in Portugal in August In December, Lennan was named as Scotland Young Athlete of the Year at the 2024 Scottish Sports Awards. He also became a double world champion in Hungary in September. He is now preparing for the WAKO Italian World Cup next month His younger brother Ciaran also claimed two bronze medals in the Older Cadets -52kg Light Contact and Kick Light categories Read: Inverness cyclist earns scholarship in Belgium as he continues his dream of becoming a professional athlete a healthcare professional with over 30 years of experience has been appointed as the interim President and CEO of Swedish Health Services In the 115-year history of Swedish Health Services Wako is the first Black woman to hold this position We have some big projects that we are working on and that I am excited about as I begin this new chapter,” says Wako “I am excited to be a part of an expansion of the First Hill campus and we have work to do to replace operating rooms at First Hill so managing through the expansion is going to be huge for us.” Wako’s family moved from Africa to Fort Wayne The family later moved to Walla Wall when her father had and opportunity to teach at a local college.  her parents inspired her to pursue a career in medicine “My mom was a nurse and my dad a professor and my mother this inspired me to go into medicine and the encouragement from both of my parents propelled me into this field.” Wako’s desire to make a difference in the lives of patients stems from her sister’s negative experience with the healthcare system going through that and seeing how and what care looked like for her and I wanted to make a difference,” says Wako “In that experience and realizing what making a difference looks like in healthcare and when you’re willing to put the time and energy into learning about your patients caring about your patients and seeing them as human beings it was in that moment and an easy decision to continue in healthcare and becoming a physician was where I could make a difference.” Starting her career as a psychiatric nurse Wako later went onto medical school completing her residency in anesthesiology as well as a fellowship in perioperative medicine at the University of Washington Upon completing residency and her fellowship Wako also earned an MBA from the University of Washington Foster School of Business Since joining Swedish in 2011 Wako has served in key executive throughout her career Wako has prioritized the well-being and considerations of patients “The difference in what I do now versus being an anesthesiologist being a physician and even going as far back as when I was nursing your ability to make a difference is on a grand scale as opposed to one patient at a time,” says Wako “I can make a difference in all of King County As a Black woman and a healthcare professional with extensive experience Wako fully recognizes that significance of her appointment “I am excited to have the opportunity to make a difference and to be able to bring my experience and background to the table in a leadership position,” says Wako “This is an exciting time to be part of the team and I look forward to making a positive impact on the healthcare industry.” I hadn’t heard any of Wako’s music until now. But I was aware of this Norwegian quartet’s burgeoning reputation and – as documented in posts of 03/02/19 and 19/11/19 – I really enjoyed saxophonist Olsen’s Any Day Now a live and very lively large ensemble piece inspired by texts by James Baldwin as well as pianist Mulelid’s ultra-distilled What You Thought Was Home with Bjørn Marius Hegge (b) and Andreas Skår Winther (d) – rating the latter “some of the most captivating music I’ve heard in quite some while” by a number of further contributors including trumpeter Arve Henriksen (on one track) and that excellent vibraphonist Rob Waring (two tracks) A string trio is also employed from time to time and there are further touches of colour and texture from diverse participants on keyboards Each of the core members of Wako supplies a sleeve-note spelling out what fun the record was to make: Poulsen considers the result the band’s “most surprising album to date” strings-enhanced and chamber-like For Those We Love to the abstracted boogie grooves of Grown-Up Life and the rocking rumbustious fun of Traktererr Du Musikk – where Henriksen lays down some of the wildest open-horn work I’ve heard from him There’s plenty of expressive playing and strong swing both straightahead and off-kilter (check out Hele Verden Er En Boble and Savage Detective) as well as contrasting episodes of brushes-caressed electro-sound washes (Stjerneskipet) and gentle near Satie-like and reverie-rich Le Tapis Volant ultimately I found the genre-slipping ‘n’ mixing here to be a touch predictable – and as such less satisfying than the aforementioned releases from Olsen and Mulelid vibrantly rendered music too clever by half would be both unfair and inaccurate there was something about this release that made me shrink from the prospect of hearing the three final and so-called “bonus” tracks Hear or buy Wako: Wako: wako.bigcartel.com, Bandcamp, Spotify Discography(1) For Those We Love; Wako Amok; (2) Stjerneskipet; (3) Brain Drain; Hele Verden Er En Boble; (4) Le Tapis Volant; (5) Trakterer Du Musikk?; (1) Dagdrømmeren; (6) Grown-Up Life; (7) Everything Comes To An End; When Staring Into Light We Think; (3) Skumringsbeltet; (8) Savage Detective (56.18)Kjetil André Mulelid (p); Martin Myhre Olsen (s); Bardur Reinert Poulsen (b); Simon Olderskog (d) plus:(1) Kaja Constance Rogers (vn); Isa Caroline Holmesland (vla); Kaja Pettersen (clo) (6) Adrian Løseth Waade (vn); Laastad (kyb); Jonas Kullhammer (varitone sax) © Unless otherwise indicated, all content copyright Jazz Journal 1948-2025 About Our Group Index Business & Products Index Investor Relations Index Sustainability Index Seiko and Sports Index Seiko and Music Index Seiko Group Corporation (Chairman & Group CEO Japan; hereinafter "Seiko") and its wholly owned consolidated subsidiary (President: Shuntaro Ishii; Head Office: Chuo-ku Tokyo; hereinafter "Wako") jointly announce the appointment of Kiyoko Niwasaki This marks the first time that a woman has been named president of a major Seiko Group company will transition to the role of Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors at Wako she has led the global marketing of its flagship brands she has also served as a board member of both Seiko and Wako leading the Group's branding initiatives (using SEIKO HOUSE GINZA as a central content hub) and has played a key role in developing and implementing Wako's growth strategy.In order to respond to rapid changes in society and in the business environment Seiko as a holding company and Wako as an operating company will introduce a new management structure that takes advantage of the female perspective Niwasaki will not only focus on sales growth but also help to promote Wako's globalization creating a broader platform and user base for this luxury retailer.Seiko's Board of Directors approved the new management appointments on October 11 Niwasaki will retire as Executive Vice President of Seiko on October 31 and take up her new role at Wako on the following day She will be succeeded at Seiko by Hiromi Kanagawa who currently serves as a Director and Executive Vice President of Seiko Watch Corporation - Name:Kiyoko Niwasaki- Date of Birth:January 20 1964- Education:Graduated from Japan Women's University Faculty of Humanities- Career History 1986: Joined Hattori Seiko Co. (now Seiko Group Corporation)2013: Senior Vice President and General Manager Public Relations Department of Seiko Watch Corporation2015: Director Senior Vice President of Seiko Watch Corporation2018: Director Executive Vice President of Seiko Watch Corporation2020: Executive Director in charge of Corporate Branding of Seiko Holdings Corporation2021: Current position: Director Ltd.2022: Current position: Executive Vice President a watch and clock retail and repair store (now Seiko Group Corporation) is founded.1894: Kintaro Hattori acquires the Choya Shimbun newspaper office building on the corner of Ginza 4-chome intersection Business operations commence in 1895.1932: Construction of the current (second) clock tower is completed.1945: U.S Hattori Retail Division to temporarily relocate operations to a sales office in Ginza 5-chome.1947: Wako Co. is established as the successor to the Retail Division of K (now Seiko Group Corporation).1952: The military seizure of the building ends allowing the store to return to Ginza 4-chome where it reopens under the Wako name on December 8.2008: The building undergoes significant renovation and receiving the designation of Heritage of Industrial Modernization from the Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry (METI) the following year.2022: The iconic building is renamed SEIKO HOUSE GINZA and the famous Wako store officially becomes the "Wako Co. (Reference) History of Wako Co., Ltd. and the clock tower (Wako Co., Ltd. official website) Seiko Group CorporationPublic Relations Department 2025 2024 2023 Business & Products Copyright © document.write(new Date().getFullYear())