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Breakthroughs and Gadgets at a U.S. Tech Show

From flying cars to robotic gloves, the newest technology was on display at CES 2020 in Las Vegas January 7-10. More than 170,000 people from 160 countries attended to see all the latest innovations. Read more on Share.America.gov

By U.S. Mission Japan | 15 January, 2020 | Topics: Doing Business in the U.S., News, Science & Tech

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Tokyo

January 7, 2020 There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented by ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services

Message for U.S. Citizens – Voting in 2020 U.S. Elections

Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services

Year in Review – Video Message from Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young

Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young and everyone in the U.S. Mission to Japan wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year. 2019 was a truly remarkable year for the U.S-Japan Alliance, and we look forward to making our friendship in 2020 even more memorable!

By U.S. Mission Japan | 2 January, 2020 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, U.S. & Japan

Americans Celebrate the Holidays with Diverse Traditions

Americans typically commemorate the new year with time-honored traditions including special foods, parties, fireworks and midnight kisses. But Americans of diverse backgrounds also celebrate the winter holidays with their own special traditions. Popular celebrations include Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, winter solstice celebrations, and the Chinese Lunar New Year, in addition to Christmas. Winter holidays in the ...

By U.S. Mission Japan | 31 December, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, News

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