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2010 Marks Harumi Infiorata 10th Anniversary
Harumi Infiorata 2010 was held in Harumi, Chuo ward from October 30 to November 3, marking the event's 10th anniversary. Local residents used the petals of over 100,000 roses to create 19 pieces of floral art and decorate a 160-meter length of canal-side walkway. Illuminated at night, the flower carpet sparkled brilliantly throughout the event.
Photo: "Floral carpet" (photo taken November 2, 2010)
Adoption of the Asian Network of Major Cities 21 Tokyo Declaration
Eleven member cities forming the Asian Network of Major Cities 21 (ANMC21) participated in the organization's 9th Plenary Meeting held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government No. 1 Building from November 7 to 10. The Tokyo Declaration, incorporating elements to help strengthen cooperation in fields such as industry and the environment, was adopted on November 9. The Russian region of Tomsk attended as an observer for the first time. During the event, the surface of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bldg. No 1 was illuminated with a wondrous, computer-generated "Digital Kakejiku (hanging scroll)" produced by Akira Hasegawa, enlivening the proceedings.
Photo: "After the Signing of the Tokyo Declaration" (photo taken November 9, 2010)
From Haneda to the World!
Haneda Airport, which has been undergoing further expansion, saw the completion of its fourth runway, Runway D, which, along with its new international terminal, began service on October 21. Out of consideration for the natural environment, a section of the new runway, which is situated near the mouth of the Tamagawa River, has been built on a pier so as not to disturb the flow of the river. With regularly scheduled international flights going into service from October 31, annual arrivals and departures will increase from approximately 300,000 to 400,000 slots as the facility starts anew as a full-fledged hub airport.
Photo: Newly built Runway D lying near the mouth of the Tamagawa River
Addressing the issue of aliteracy
In an effort to curb aliteracy and the declining language ability of today's youth, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and others hosted the "Wonderful World of Words Festival" at the Tokyo International Forum in Yurakucho on November 3. Approximately 5,000 people turned up for the event where promotional booths were set up by newspaper companies, publishing houses, and printers, and a hands-on e-book corner proved popular with youth and parents with children. Additionally, Vice Governor Naoki Inose and contemporary artist Takashi Murakami were among the participants of a panel discussion looking at "the linguistic capabilities which society will demand going forward."
Photo: Panel discussion led by Vice Governor Inose (edge of stage left)
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