2011年3月28日月曜日

News Release on March 28th (Signing Period Concluded for Book of Condolence & Volunteer Guidance)


NEWS RELEASE                                                  Consulate General of Japan

Contact:    Deputy Consul General Mrs. Midori Takeuchi
 Phone:   office: (313) 567-0120   cell: (313) 477-5279   
 E-mail:   jiseki@cgjdetroit.org
                 
                    Special Assistant Mr. Tomohiro Iwabuchi                                                              
                                  Phone:   office: (313) 567-0120   cell: (313) 477-6171   
                                  E-mail:   koubun@cgjdetroit.org


Signing Period Concluded for Book of Condolence & Volunteer Guidance

Friday, March 25, 2011, marked the final day that the consulate’s Book of Condolence was opened to the public; the signing period has now concluded.  Last Friday was also the final day that participating organizations were to fly flags at half-mast.

On behalf of the Japanese people and the Government of Japan, Mr. Kuninori Matsuda, Consul General of Japan in Detroit, conveys his heartfelt gratitude to those who expressed their sympathies in the Book of Condolence, as well as to those who lowered flags in recognition of the earthquake and tsunami victims.    

Consul General Matsuda also wishes to express his appreciation for the outpouring of sympathy received via letters, phone calls, and email, and remains deeply grateful for the many generous donations made via the consulate or to other relief organizations.   

In regards to the numerous offers from those willing to volunteer in Japan, the consulate encourages interested parties to contact any of the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) now operating  in Japan.  Further, some privately-run associations have begun accepting volunteers in Japan; volunteers are required to: directly contact and make arrangements with accepting organizations in Japan, and provide for their own transportation and food. 

Further volunteer guidance is available at:



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