SWTJ New Year Greeting

TATSU

A pine tree that survived the tsunami on the southern Iwai-zaki coast of Kesennuma was named 'tatsu' or 'dragon' by the locals, and has become a symbol of defiance and new strength in the year of the Dragon. (Photo by SWTJ Kesennuma Head of Office Katsuhiko Yoshida)

January 2012

10 months have passed since the disaster.

As before, SWTJ will continue  to answer needs in the disaster zone in close cooperation with the local community.

Thank you for your continued support!

SWTJ Representative Yasuo Yoshikawa

SWTJ Program for January, February, and March:

January 21-27

SWTJ 10th Activity Week

Reforming the Tsukidate Community Space. Community events with evacuees. 

February 13-19 

SWTJ 11th Activity Week

Community events in Miyagi and Iwate Prefectures for evacuees. Valentine-themed workshops.

March 8-14

12th SWTJ Activity Week

Disaster anniversary caravan with musicians.