Radio New Year’s Greetings from Consulate
January 1, 2013, Fukuoka – Consulate Fukuoka Principal Officer Jason Cubas sent out a greeting to all residents of our Consular District on New Year’s Day on Fukuoka’s leading foreign-language radio station, LoveFM.
Under Secretary of State Visits Kyushu
Nov. 14-15 - Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Tara Sonenshine paid a two-day visit to Kyushu, making Fukuoka the first stop on her first visit to Japan since her appointment earlier in 2012.
U.S.-Japan Ties Remain Key after Election - CSIS Experts
Nov. 27 - A panel of Asia experts from the Pacific Forum CSIS think-tank in Honolulu, speaking at the Fukuoka American Center, expressed confidence that the U.S.-Japan relationship will remain the lynchpin of Asia-Pacific security.
Johnny Weir, Miki Ando Teach Young Skaters Self-Expression
August 29, 2012, Fukuoka – World-class figure skaters Johnny Weir (3-time U.S. Men’s Champion) and Miki Ando (3-time Japan Women’s Champion, and 2007 and 2011 World Women’s Champion) conducted an ice skating clinic at Fukuoka’s Papio Ice Arena...
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Hollywood Illustrator's Study Abroad Speech
July 16, 2012, Miyazaki –California-based animated film illustrator Yoriko Ito visited the American Shelf in Miyazaki to discuss studying abroad and working in the film industry in the United States.
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Independence Day with Latin Flair
July 2, 2012, Fukuoka – In 2012, the United States of America celebrates our 237th Independence Day, the holiday marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Listen to Practical Lessons on Entrepreneurship
July 3, Fukuoka – Dr. Richard Dasher spoke on entrepreneurship in Asia, Japan and the U.S. in a program available for viewing on the Ustream website.
In the News
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Celebrating 150 Years of the Emancipation Proclamation
Jan. 2 - This is the sesquicentennial of President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation that freed the slaves. Today we reflect on the progress we have made toward realizing our Nation’s founding promise of liberty and justice for all. more »
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Myfood.jp Interviews Chef Michael Anthony
Dec. 27 - USDA food site myfood.jp is featuring an interview with noted chef Michael Anthony who also serves as Chef Diplomat for the State Department. (Japanese) more »
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