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A Novel Welfare Facility Brings Community Together in Koto City, Tokyo

A Novel Welfare Facility Brings Community Together in Koto City, Tokyo

Hands-on Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Experience in Tokyo

Hands-on Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Experience in Tokyo

Safeguarding Tokyo: Visit the Police Museum to Learn about the MPD

Safeguarding Tokyo: Visit the Police Museum to Learn about the MPD

Next Generation Talent:From Mongolia to Tokyo: Global Perspectives for International Students in Japan

Next Generation Talent:
From Mongolia to Tokyo: Global Perspectives for International Students in Japan

Tokyo Embassy Talk:Japan and the Netherlands: A 425-Year Friendship Continues Toward a Shared Future

Tokyo Embassy Talk:
Japan and the Netherlands: A 425-Year Friendship Continues Toward a Shared Future

Never-Ending Battle Against Infectious Diseases

Never-Ending Battle Against Infectious Diseases

Uncovering Tokyo: A City That Never Stops Evolving

Uncovering Tokyo: A City That Never Stops Evolving

Former Wheelchair Tennis Hero Still Aims for the Stars

Former Wheelchair Tennis Hero Still Aims for the Stars

Noticing Unconscious Biases as the Key to Unlocking Women's Full Potential

Noticing Unconscious Biases as the Key to Unlocking Women's Full Potential

Accepting Nothing Less than Perfection

Accepting Nothing Less than Perfection

Addressing Dementia through a Human-Centered Approach in Tokyo and Beyond

Addressing Dementia through a Human-Centered Approach in Tokyo and Beyond

Tokyo's Deaf Athlete in the Running for Gold

Tokyo's Deaf Athlete in the Running for Gold

Inclusive Innovation: How Shibuya's Public Toilets Are Redefining Cleanliness and Accessibility

Inclusive Innovation: How Shibuya's Public Toilets Are Redefining Cleanliness and Accessibility

Smoother Communication Breaking Barriers in Tokyo with Transparent Display

Smoother Communication Breaking Barriers in Tokyo with Transparent Display

Reducing the Threat of Fraud Through AI with "Technology Shichifukujin"

Reducing the Threat of Fraud Through AI with "Technology Shichifukujin"

Hyper Rescue Protects Tokyo Residents

Hyper Rescue Protects Tokyo Residents

Attractiveness of Tama New Town Shown in Senior Slice of Life by 78-Year-Old Manga Artist

Attractiveness of Tama New Town Shown in Senior Slice of Life by 78-Year-Old Manga Artist

Young Leaders Creating the Future and Hopes for Startups

Young Leaders Creating the Future and Hopes for Startups

A Voyage of Discovery through Tokyo's Waterways

A Voyage of Discovery through Tokyo's Waterways

Human-Friendly Vehicles to Be: 100 Years of Tokyo Bus Service History and What Comes Next

Human-Friendly Vehicles to Be: 100 Years of Tokyo Bus Service History and What Comes Next

Tokyo Fighters B.C Members Explain What Draws People to Wheelchair Basketball

Tokyo Fighters B.C Members Explain What Draws People to Wheelchair Basketball

More Than a Meal: Children's Cafeterias Build Community Across Japan

More Than a Meal: Children's Cafeterias Build Community Across Japan

Useful Even in Disasters: Japan's Ever-Evolving Vending Machines

Useful Even in Disasters: Japan's Ever-Evolving Vending Machines

Tokyo Embassy Talk:Strengthening Bonds through Sports: Paris and Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Connections

Tokyo Embassy Talk:
Strengthening Bonds through Sports: Paris and Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Connections

Using AI and Robots to Support Health and Realize Dreams

Using AI and Robots to Support Health and Realize Dreams

Berlin Mayor Voices Hope for Global City Network

Berlin Mayor Voices Hope for Global City Network

All-Gender Restrooms in Tokyo: Giving Users More Options

All-Gender Restrooms in Tokyo: Giving Users More Options

Paralympian Muraoka Momoka, Racing Towards a More Equal Future

Paralympian Muraoka Momoka, Racing Towards a More Equal Future

Pioneers in Diversity (Part Two):Tsukiji and the Foundation of Japan's Modern Hospitals

Pioneers in Diversity (Part Two):
Tsukiji and the Foundation of Japan's Modern Hospitals

Next Generation Talent:Temple University Students Learn the Art of Curating Their Own Tokyo Experiences

Next Generation Talent:
Temple University Students Learn the Art of Curating Their Own Tokyo Experiences

A Lesson You Will Never Forget

A Lesson You Will Never Forget

Next Generation Talent:Learning How to Overcome Cultural Barriers at Waseda University

Next Generation Talent:
Learning How to Overcome Cultural Barriers at Waseda University

Next Generation Talent:Studying Cutting-Edge Environmental Sciences at the University of Tokyo

Next Generation Talent:
Studying Cutting-Edge Environmental Sciences at the University of Tokyo

Making Space Sustainable

Making Space Sustainable

Next Generation Talent:Taking the Chance to Connect at Waseda Business School

Next Generation Talent:
Taking the Chance to Connect at Waseda Business School

Next Generation Talent:Sophia's Global Studies Program Promises Bright Future for History Student

Next Generation Talent:
Sophia's Global Studies Program Promises Bright Future for History Student

Next Generation Talent: Tokyo Denki University Graduate Student's Quest to Make the World a Brighter Place

Next Generation Talent:
Tokyo Denki University Graduate Student's Quest to Make the World a Brighter Place

The Japanese Earthquake Resistance Technologies that Support TOKYO SKYTREE

The Japanese Earthquake Resistance Technologies that Support TOKYO SKYTREE

Pioneers in Diversity (Part One): Turning the Tide—Girls' Education in Tsukiji

Pioneers in Diversity (Part One):
Turning the Tide—Girls' Education in Tsukiji

Exploring Barrier-Free Tokyo

Exploring Barrier-Free Tokyo

Art, Identity, and Embracing Diversity

Art, Identity, and Embracing Diversity

Contributing to Society through Food, and Protecting Children's Futures through Nutrition Education

Contributing to Society through Food, and Protecting Children's Futures through Nutrition Education

Next Generation Talent:Tokyo Tech's GSEP Course Offers Students Flexibility in a Collaborative Environment

Next Generation Talent:
Tokyo Tech's GSEP Course Offers Students Flexibility in a Collaborative Environment

Next Generation Talent:Student's Love of Japanese Leads to Intercultural Creativity at Aoyama Gakuin University

Next Generation Talent:
Student's Love of Japanese Leads to Intercultural Creativity at Aoyama Gakuin University

Next Generation Talent:Developing International Mindsets at Tokyo Metropolitan University

Next Generation Talent:
Developing International Mindsets at Tokyo Metropolitan University

Authentic Experiences Nurture Children's Dreams

Authentic Experiences Nurture Children's Dreams

Nurturing Children's Mental Resilience through Sports!

Nurturing Children's Mental Resilience through Sports!

Next Generation Talent:Teamwork, Diversity, and Communication in Keio University's PEARL Programme

Next Generation Talent:
Teamwork, Diversity, and Communication in Keio University's PEARL Programme

When Disaster Strikes: What You Will Need to Evacuate with a Baby

When Disaster Strikes: What You Will Need to Evacuate with a Baby

Correspondents' Eye on Tokyo:Daily Interactions and Life in Tokyo with Thisanka Siripala

Correspondents' Eye on Tokyo:
Daily Interactions and Life in Tokyo with Thisanka Siripala

Two Major Businesses in the Daimaru-Yu District: Initiatives Adapting to Internationalization

Two Major Businesses in the Daimaru-Yu District: Initiatives Adapting to Internationalization

Post-pandemic Japan: Tokyo's Job Market Opens up to International Applicants

Post-pandemic Japan: Tokyo's Job Market Opens up to International Applicants

Bridging the Gap: Fostering Women's Empowerment in Japan, Starting in Tokyo

Bridging the Gap: Fostering Women's Empowerment in Japan, Starting in Tokyo

Why Marunouchi Has the Most People-friendly Urban Design in Tokyo

Why Marunouchi Has the Most People-friendly Urban Design in Tokyo

The Frontline of Inclusive Food: Making Dining Out Fun for All

The Frontline of Inclusive Food: Making Dining Out Fun for All

Developing Human Resources for "Zero Sports Fatalities"

Developing Human Resources for "Zero Sports Fatalities"

Correspondents' Eye on Tokyo:It's a Pet's Life in Tokyo

Correspondents' Eye on Tokyo:
It's a Pet's Life in Tokyo

The New Park Created by Sony in Ginza Presents a Novel Way to Build Cities

The New Park Created by Sony in Ginza Presents a Novel Way to Build Cities

Kiyoko Matsuzawa is Tokyo's Queen of Curly Hair Care

Kiyoko Matsuzawa is Tokyo's Queen of Curly Hair Care

Nishi-Kasai: A Slice of South Asian Culture at Tokyo's Waterside

Nishi-Kasai: A Slice of South Asian Culture at Tokyo's Waterside

Kagurazaka: French-Inspired Oasis in the Center of Tokyo

Kagurazaka: French-Inspired Oasis in the Center of Tokyo

Exploring the Tokyo-based United Nations University with Executive Officer Sabine Becker-Thierry

Exploring the Tokyo-based United Nations University with Executive Officer Sabine Becker-Thierry

Launch of English Project to Make Tokyo the Choice of the World

Launch of English Project to Make Tokyo the Choice of the World

The State of Food Diversity: How Veg-Friendly is Tokyo in 2023?

The State of Food Diversity: How Veg-Friendly is Tokyo in 2023?

The Tokyo Partnership Oath System, for a More Comfortable Tokyo

The Tokyo Partnership Oath System, for a More Comfortable Tokyo

The World's First Hydrogen Passenger Ship, Powered by a Mix of Hydrogen and Diesel

The World's First Hydrogen Passenger Ship, Powered by a Mix of Hydrogen and Diesel

Outdoor Fitness and Community Collide to Promote Wellbeing in Tokyo

Outdoor Fitness and Community Collide to Promote Wellbeing in Tokyo

FCCJ, Asia's Regional Media Hub of Nearly 80 Years

FCCJ, Asia's Regional Media Hub of Nearly 80 Years

Tokyo Embassy Talk:Mexican Ambassador to Japan on a Dedicated Mission to Uplift Women

Tokyo Embassy Talk:
Mexican Ambassador to Japan on a Dedicated Mission to Uplift Women

Hello Kitty: Taking on Challenges to Bring Smiles to the World

Hello Kitty: Taking on Challenges to Bring Smiles to the World

The Joys of Playing Cyber Boccia as an Esport

The Joys of Playing Cyber Boccia as an Esport

A Science Museum that Leaves No One Behind: A "Platform" for Creating the Future

A Science Museum that Leaves No One Behind: A "Platform" for Creating the Future

Discover What Tokyo Has to Offer International Residents at EXPAT EXPO TOKYO 2022

Discover What Tokyo Has to Offer International Residents at EXPAT EXPO TOKYO 2022

Tokyo Evolving: How an Independently Controlled "Sixth Finger" Can Change One's Sense of Self

Tokyo Evolving: How an Independently Controlled "Sixth Finger" Can Change One's Sense of Self

Tokyo's anime entrepreneursArthell Isom on Building the First Black-owned Anime Studio in Japan

Tokyo's anime entrepreneurs
Arthell Isom on Building the First Black-owned Anime Studio in Japan

A "Hopeful" New Music Video by Performers from the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

A "Hopeful" New Music Video by Performers from the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

Passion, Impulse, and Anime: One Chinese Woman's Road to Voice Acting in Japan

Passion, Impulse, and Anime: One Chinese Woman's Road to Voice Acting in Japan

Tokyo's Train Network - A Vital Part of the Urban Running Infrastructure

Tokyo's Train Network - A Vital Part of the Urban Running Infrastructure

An Experimental Café in Nihombashi where Avatar Robots Facilitate Human Connections

Laying Claim to the Tokyo 2020 Games Legacy - Tokyo Readies for Its Newest Road Race

Laying Claim to the Tokyo 2020 Games Legacy - Tokyo Readies for Its Newest Road Race

The world is watching! KOSEN, Japan's Unique Educational System for Nurturing Creative Engineers

The world is watching! KOSEN, Japan's Unique Educational System for Nurturing Creative Engineers

Tokyo's Livability

Tokyo's Livability

MISIA Discusses (Part2): Start by Learning About Africa and Its Diversity

MISIA Discusses (Part2): Start by Learning About Africa and Its Diversity

MISIA Discusses (Part One): Drawings by Children in Africa as a Glimpse into Their Feelings

MISIA Discusses (Part One): Drawings by Children in Africa as a Glimpse into Their Feelings

The Mission of JobRainbow, Japan's Largest LGBT Recruitment Board

The Mission of JobRainbow, Japan's Largest LGBT Recruitment Board

Sports for All

Sports for All

The Track Athletes Pursuing a Common Dream in Tokyo

The Track Athletes Pursuing a Common Dream in Tokyo

Precision on Every Level

Precision on Every Level

Reclaiming Spaces for Sexual Minorities in Tokyo, an Asexual Manga Artist's Journey

Reclaiming Spaces for Sexual Minorities in Tokyo, an Asexual Manga Artist's Journey

Rethinking Public Toilets

Rethinking Public Toilets

The Tokyo Subway: Making One of the Best Even Better

The Tokyo Subway: Making One of the Best Even Better

Sharing the Experience

Sharing the Experience

Witness the Evolution of Universal Design on the Toei Subway

Witness the Evolution of Universal Design on the Toei Subway

The Miniature Universe of SMALL WORLDS TOKYO, a Hit for SDGs Education

The Miniature Universe of SMALL WORLDS TOKYO, a Hit for SDGs Education

Behind the Scenes of the Toei Subway System

Behind the Scenes of the Toei Subway System

Touching from a Distance

Touching from a Distance

Seizing Opportunity During the COVID-19 Crisis—The Power of Cross-Cultural Storytelling

Seizing Opportunity During the COVID-19 Crisis—The Power of Cross-Cultural Storytelling

Never Too Old to Learn Something New

Never Too Old to Learn Something New

VR Artist Sekiguchi Aimi's Message to Children Living Today

VR Artist Sekiguchi Aimi's Message to Children Living Today

Women's Voices for Climate Change and Infectious Disease Prevention - Now Is the Time to Learn About Gender Equality

Women's Voices for Climate Change and Infectious Disease Prevention - Now Is the Time to Learn About Gender Equality

More Lively Conversations with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People? Instant Subtitles for Spoken Dialogue

More Lively Conversations with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People? Instant Subtitles for Spoken Dialogue

Tokyo's FY2022 Budget Proposal Packed with Dreams for the Future

Tokyo's FY2022 Budget Proposal Packed with Dreams for the Future

A Look Into a Society Free of Gender-Based Disparities This International Women's Day

A Look Into a Society Free of Gender-Based Disparities This International Women's Day

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Village Reborn! Advanced Urban Planning for a Hydrogen Society

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Village Reborn! Advanced Urban Planning for a Hydrogen Society

A Future Outlook for 2100 As Depicted by Children

A Future Outlook for 2100 As Depicted by Children

The Appeal of Parasports as Discussed by an Announcer and Athlete

The Appeal of Parasports as Discussed by an Announcer and Athlete

The Economic Impact of the Tokyo 2020 Games

The Economic Impact of the Tokyo 2020 Games

Bonding People Together Through Illuminations

Bonding People Together Through Illuminations

A New Kitchen for Japan

A New Kitchen for Japan

Barrier-Free Access Pushes Forward, Even for Tourism and Hotels: A Wheelchair User Discusses a Changing Tokyo

Barrier-Free Access Pushes Forward, Even for Tourism and Hotels: A Wheelchair User Discusses a Changing Tokyo

Turning Letters and Characters Drawn by People with an Impairment into Art!　A New Kind of Craftsmanship from Shibuya

Turning Letters and Characters Drawn by People with an Impairment into Art!　A New Kind of Craftsmanship from Shibuya

The Power of Sport Uniting the World in the Face of Hardship

The Power of Sport Uniting the World in the Face of Hardship

Tokyo Saved the Olympics and Paralympics

Tokyo Saved the Olympics and Paralympics

The Colors and Diversity of Tokyo as Seen by the Sold-Out Painter

The Colors and Diversity of Tokyo as Seen by the Sold-Out Painter

Enjoying a Wander Around Tokyo Even with an Impairment

Enjoying a Wander Around Tokyo Even with an Impairment

I Opened the Gateway to an Inclusive Society as a Volunteer with Disabilities at Tokyo 2020

I Opened the Gateway to an Inclusive Society as a Volunteer with Disabilities at Tokyo 2020

Accessibility in Japan

Accessibility in Japan

Rapid and Accurate in Emergencies - DX Connecting Government and Citizens

Rapid and Accurate in Emergencies - DX Connecting Government and Citizens

As COVID-19 Case Numbers Fall Drastically, What is Happening in Tokyo?

As COVID-19 Case Numbers Fall Drastically, What is Happening in Tokyo?

Redefining How We Work. A System for Connecting "Life" and "Work" Created by Women

Redefining How We Work. A System for Connecting "Life" and "Work" Created by Women

Is MaaS Adoption in Japan Really Lagging?

Is MaaS Adoption in Japan Really Lagging?

Toward realizing a more accessible and free international city, Tokyo: My wishes and hopes: Dr. Mohamed Omer Abdin| TMC Talks Vol.14

Toward realizing a more accessible and free international city, Tokyo: My wishes and hopes: Dr. Mohamed Omer Abdin| TMC Talks Vol.14

Research for the Future of Humanity: Dr. Kitano Hiroaki | TMC Talks Vol.15

Research for the Future of Humanity: Dr. Kitano Hiroaki | TMC Talks Vol.15

Barrier-Free Momentum Brought to Japan by Paralympics

Barrier-Free Momentum Brought to Japan by Paralympics

The Potential of Children from Extraordinary Situations-- Providing Opportunities for Encounters Between Artists and Children

The Potential of Children from Extraordinary Situations
-- Providing Opportunities for Encounters Between Artists and Children

Our Message to the World - from the Team Behind the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Our Message to the World - from the Team Behind the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

TMU Premium College: Enriching senior life through lifetime learning: Dr. OHASHI Takaya | TMC Talks Vol.14

TMU Premium College: Enriching senior life through lifetime learning: Dr. OHASHI Takaya | TMC Talks Vol.14

Omotenashi Japan and Legacy: Mari Christine | TMC Talks Vol.13

Omotenashi Japan and Legacy: Mari Christine | TMC Talks Vol.13

The message toward Tokyo 2020 Games from Ms. Yusra Mardini, Syrian refugee, Olympic swimmer and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

The message toward Tokyo 2020 Games from Ms. Yusra Mardini, Syrian refugee, Olympic swimmer and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

The Making of Future Tokyo - The Reason Why the Local Governments Work On the SDGs

The Making of Future Tokyo - The Reason Why the Local Governments Work On the SDGs

Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games and Our Efforts | TMC Talks Vol.8

Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games and Our Efforts | TMC Talks Vol.8

Tokyo 2020 and Beyond - IMOTO Naoko | TMC Talks Vol.7

Tokyo 2020 and Beyond - IMOTO Naoko | TMC Talks Vol.7

Women's Leadership and Empowerment: Challenges from Japan's Ranking as 120th in the World | TMC Talks Vol.6

Women's Leadership and Empowerment: Challenges from Japan's Ranking as 120th in the World | TMC Talks Vol.6

Message to the World from Tokyo's Second Paralympic Games - Negi Shinji, Associate Mayor of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Village -

Message to the World from Tokyo's Second Paralympic Games - Negi Shinji, Associate Mayor of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Village -

Inclusive Society Seen through the Paralympics and Expectation for an Inclusive Tokyo - Matheson Miki -

Inclusive Society Seen through the Paralympics and Expectation for an Inclusive Tokyo - Matheson Miki -

HERALBONY's Mission: Changing Society with the Art of Artists with Disabilities (Part 2)

HERALBONY's Mission: Changing Society with the Art of Artists with Disabilities (Part 2)

Diversity in Tokyo by Ross Rowbury | TMC Talks Vol.2

Diversity in Tokyo by Ross Rowbury | TMC Talks Vol.2

The Hope of Second Sons, And a Wish for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics

The Hope of Second Sons, And a Wish for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics

HERALBONY's Mission: Changing Society with the Art of Artists with Disabilities (Part 1)

HERALBONY's Mission: Changing Society with the Art of Artists with Disabilities (Part 1)

Tokyo 2020 Games and Our Efforts | TMC Talks Vol.1

Tokyo 2020 Games and Our Efforts | TMC Talks Vol.1

Toward Safe and Secure Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games - Thoughts Behind the Code of Conduct "Playbooks"

Toward Safe and Secure Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games - Thoughts Behind the Code of Conduct "Playbooks"

"Pride House," Home for the LGBTQ Community, Opens in Shinjuku, Tokyo

"Pride House," Home for the LGBTQ Community, Opens in Shinjuku, Tokyo

Swedish Rakugo Performer Takes on Judo｜Challenge for BUDO VOL.1

Swedish Rakugo Performer Takes on Judo｜Challenge for BUDO VOL.1

A Conversation about Tokyo with Tyler Brûlé | TOKYO Comparison Vol. 2

A Conversation about Tokyo with Tyler Brûlé | TOKYO Comparison Vol. 2

"Embracing diversity and inclusion benefits everyone." Kei Karasawa, Sumitomo Corporation

"Embracing diversity and inclusion benefits everyone." Kei Karasawa, Sumitomo Corporation

Embracing Diversity in Education: A School Offering Indian Curriculum in Tokyo | TOKYO Community Vol. 2

Embracing Diversity in Education: A School Offering Indian Curriculum in Tokyo | TOKYO Community Vol. 2

The Struggles of a "Third Place" for Students under the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Struggles of a "Third Place" for Students under the COVID-19 Pandemic

Tokyo COVID-19 Countermeasure: "Follow-up Center for At-home Patients"

Tokyo COVID-19 Countermeasure: "Follow-up Center for At-home Patients"

Tokyo COVID-19 Countermeasure: "Post-COVID Condition Hotline" to ease patients' anxiety

Tokyo COVID-19 Countermeasure: "Post-COVID Condition Hotline" to ease patients' anxiety

Tokyo Through the Lens of Generation Z: Discussion on the Now and Future of Tokyo

Tokyo Through the Lens of Generation Z: Discussion on the Now and Future of Tokyo

Academy Global on the Rise in Tokyo｜TOKYO Community Vol. 1

Academy Global on the Rise in Tokyo｜TOKYO Community Vol. 1

New York and Tokyo: Global Cities as Essential Hubs for Our Collective Future

New York and Tokyo: Global Cities as Essential Hubs for Our Collective Future

Will COVID-19 Change Tokyo's "Rush Hour Hell"? - Turning Point for Urban Transportation

Will COVID-19 Change Tokyo's "Rush Hour Hell"? - Turning Point for Urban Transportation