Nov
30
2015

“HOMECOMING TOUR 2015″By Helen Escovilla
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More than a decade of searching their father, finally they are going to Japan to visit the Homeland of their father. The visit is to appeal to the Japanese government for them to be recognized as Japanese national. The lucky candidates as of this year Homecoming Tour are the children of Mashimura Marumoto namely, Pacita, Roque and Estodi. The other family is the child of Hotohori Abe named, Dorina Abe. There are three children of Hotohori Abe who are alive but due to health condition, they were not able to join the Homecoming Tour thus Dorina Abe represents her two siblings.  In preparation to our departure, we asked them to prepare themselves to be in good health. You will be questioned in family court. Upon our arrival in Japan, you will face the media, who could help us in looking your relatives in Japan. October 15, 2016- Departure from Davao to Manila.The group arrived in Manila safely then proceeded to Shalom Center Hotel. Mr. Norihiro Inomata and his two staff arranged the welcome dinner at Mr. Poon Restaurant. I did not know that Mr. Inomata will leave ahead of us, until that night he informed me that I am the only person who will bring the group to Japan. I… Read More »

Nov
30
2015

Ayako Uchida’s 16th Death Anniversary, March 4, 2015
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March 4, 2015, the PNJK Family observed the 16th death anniversary of our most distinguished benefactor Ayako Uchida san. The celebration was held at the foot of the statute fronting PNJK building housing the MKD and PNJK offices. In attendance were the PNJK-IS key personnel, MKD faculty and staff, the work force of PNJK Inc. Some closed friends from other entities came to pay due respect to someone whose generosity and noble idealism is beyond question. She indeed left a legacy that could not be compared with other civic oriented people. Her vision for quest of proper education is bearing fruits more so with the MKD graduates who are now practicing their profession in the land of the rising sun. We salute you, Ayako san, may you find complete joy in the kingdom of our creator.

Nov
30
2015

“PRESIDENT’S REPORT ON THE PARTICIPATION TO THE 56th INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION OF NIKKEI ABROAD” Inclusive date: October 27~29, 2015 By Ines P. Mallari
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Offficial delegates from the PHILIPPINES: 1. Mrs. Ines P. Mallari, PNJK Rengokai Inc., President 2. Judge Antonina B. Escovilla, PNJK Davao Chapter President 3. Mrs. Carmen Apigo, Davao Officer 4. Mrs. Elizabeth Tagud, Davao Officer 5. Mr. Yoshihiro Tokumitsu, JPIC President 6. Mrs. Evelyn Obuchi, JPIC Coordinator 7. Mr. Yusuke Uchida and 5 members of his family 8. Mr. Norihiro Inomata (PNLSC) October 27, 2015 – Venue: Kensei Kinenkan, Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Registration, Opening and General Assembly of the 182 participants coming from the different countries from Asia, Oceania, Europe, North America and South America. The theme for this year’s Convention was 70th After the War: Post-War History of Japan and Nikkei Communities in Retrospect. The President of the Kaigai Nikkeijin Taikai, Mr. Tanaka gave the opening remarks. Messages were also shared by the representatives from Brazil, Peru and Indonesia. In the evening of the first day, and as always, the Welcome Reception was hosted by the Imperial Family. This year, Her Highness, Princess Takamado was in attendance together with some members of the House of Diet/Parliament. October 28, 2015 – Venue: JICA Building, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Morning: Plenary session on the theme: 70th After the War: Post-War History of Japan and Nikkei Communities in Retrospect. The undersigned presented… Read More »

Nov
30
2015

From the Desk of PRESIDENT By Ret. Judge Antonina B. Escovilla, President
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For year 2015, our association is so blessed with the numerous number of approved shuseki which program is funded by the Nippon Foundation. The generous financial assistance extended by the Nippon Foundation under the leadership of Chairman Yohei Sasakawa paved the way to acknowledging and recognizing PNJK members as children of the Japanese national. The favorable judgment obtained served as an inspiration to all movers to continue research work for those second generation who have yet to be recognized. We salute the staff of PNLSC, Japan, PNLSC Manila and the Project Administrator based in Davao City under the supervision of PNJK Davao Chapter for their joint effort in processing all documents used as evidence supporting the Petitions before the Family Court in Japan. The members whose petitions were approved for the year 2015 are: Akatsuka Tamiko, AsatoLydia, Chikaraishi Emma, Chikaraishi Carmela, Chikaraishi Adela, Goya Yukio, Goya Carmencita, Kobayashi Loleng Masae, Murasato Satoko, Nakama Lauro, Sakagawa Irenea, Takemoto Francisca, Takeshige Victoria, Tsuruoka Norberto, Tsuruoka Celestino, Tsuruoka Leonora, Tsuruoka Saturnino and Yagi Josefina Michiko. Their patience for waiting after almost six(6) decades had paid off. On July 21-23, 2015, selected 2nd Generation and 3rd Generations were given the task of submitting an appeal to the Japanese Government supported by thousands of signatures not only from… Read More »

Nov
30
2015

JPIC UP-DATES: THE TRANSITION By Eve Obuchi, JPIC Liaison Officer
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In many circles, conforming and succumbing to something comfortable and typical is viewed as a god thing, but there is always room for transformation, transition and renewal of vision. On June 20, 2015, Japan Philippine Industry Council (JPIC) had its election in Nikko, Japan, after 10 years. A new president has been elected in the person of Mr. Yoshihiro Tokumitsu. He is the president /owner of Nansatsu Shokucho Co., Ltd. and Enu Chicken Agricultural Union Corporation located in Kagoshima, Japan. The new officers of JPIC for 2015-2017 are as follows: President :                                                           Mr. Yoshihiro Tokumitsu Vice President (Higashi) :                                 Mr. Chokichi Hoshi Vice President (Nishi) :                                      Mr. Takao Shironaka Directors :                                                          … Read More »