The Consulate General of Japan in Seattle recognized contributions to Japan-US relations Jan. 22. In a ceremony held during the New Year’s Reception at the Official Residence recipients were awarded the Consul General’s Commendation.
The recipients are:
Dr. Charles Aanenson: CEO of Peace Winds America. In the wake of the Great East Japan Earthquake, Aanenson established a platform facilitating the reconstruction of fishing villages in Tohoku.
Nir Barnea: NOAA Marine Debris Program West Coast Coordinator. Barnea organized agencies in the US, Canada, and Japan to respond to Japanese Tsunami Marine Debris.
Shinji Kokage: Senior Advisor to the Japan Business Association of Seattle.
Yoshiaki Minegishi: Lifetime Director of the Seattle Symphony.
Tom Sasaki: Former President of Japanese Community Service of Seattle. He also served as Chair of the Japan-America Society, a board member of the Japanese Community and Cultural Center of Washington, and President of JCSS.
Mark Triplett: Senior Advisor at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. (end)
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