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American View Now Online with a New Design

May 14 - The U.S. Embassy in Tokyo is proud to announce a new design for our "American View" online magazine, which features thought-provoking articles on people-to-people exchanges, videos and interviews.
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Wendy's Burger Special Boosts TOMODACHI

May 1 - Ambassador Roos on April 26 joined Ernie Higa of Wendy's Japan to launch the new Wendy's TOMODACHI Burger to promote youth exchanges and U.S.-Japan friendship. For the next six weeks Wendy's will contribute 20% of TOMODACHI Burger sales to the TOMODACHI Initiative.
Secretary Kerry Delivers Major Policy Speech

April 15 - During his speech at Tokyo Institute of Technology, Secretary of State John Kerry reaffirmed America's commitment to further enhance economic, security, and strategic ties in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Fourth “American Shelf” to Open

April 12 - PAO Greg Kay shakes hands with the Osaka Municipal Library Director following the signing of a memorandum of understanding. This installation will be the Kansai American Center’s fourth since 2011.
Consul General Osaka-Kobe Facebook page

CG Patrick Linehan launches a new information forum, inviting online guests to find out more. Please see link for further details: http://www.facebook.com/ConsulGeneralOK. [Photo by Fabio Ishikawa Bortoloci, 2012]
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Commemorating International Day Against Homophobia

In a video message, Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, commemorates International Day Against Homophobia on May 17.

Secretary Kerry's Message for Children's Day

May 4 - In honor of Japan's May 5 Children's Day holiday, Secretary of State John Kerry said, "Today, the future of our children shines brightly. When I spoke with TOMODACHI Youth in Tokyo last month, I was inspired by their stories of personal growth and international engagement."

Ambassador Roos on Equality for the LGBT Community

President Obama’s reference to three historical moments in the fight for equality for all Americans: Seneca Falls, Selma and Stonewall.

State Department Releases Human Rights Report for 2012

April 22 - Secretary of State John Kerry said, "These reports send a very clear message that all governments have a responsibility to protect universal human rights, and they help to blaze a path forward for places where those rights are either threatened or denied."
Career Opportunities with the U.S. Foreign Service

Joining the Foreign Service is an opportunity of a lifetime. It takes a special type of person to represent America abroad and to advance diplomatic initiatives to the benefit of both the U.S. and the host country. YouTube Video »
Brand USA Partnership Promotes Travel to the U.S.

April 24 - The State Department supports Brand USA, a public-private partnership with the mission of promoting travel to the U.S. More »

Study American English and American Culture
The State Dept. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs offers a website for teachers and learners of English as a Foreign Language.
J-1 Visa Information
The Exchange Visitor (J) non-immigrant visa category is for individuals
approved to participate in work- and study-based exchange visitor
programs.
Exchange Programs
Exchange programs are available for both U.S. citizens and non-citizens.

TOMODACHI is a public-private partnership that supports Japan's recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, and invests in the next generation of Japanese and Americans. [More]