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Rakanabi ~ Your Health Navigator ~

[Silver Fox 007] July 27, 2018 09:00

From Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line to St. Luke Street toward St. Luke International Hospital, you will find a glass-walled building in front of Tsukiji River Park. Tally's coffee first gets into your eyes, and at the entrance, a blue bear guides you to "Rukabi". What is it? Isn't there some people who go while looking sideways?

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Do you have to drink coffee? I went in with a thrill. Don't get close to the order counter, go far back. A lot of books are scattered under soft lighting, like a little library. On the right hand.

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I asked you what kind of place it was. This is part of St. Luke's International University, in a nutshell, where anyone could consult anything about health. They navigate to the general public so that they can "create their own health independently".

I think that many people know St. Luke as a university or large hospital in Chuo-ku. In the subway sarin incident (the number of generations who don't know this incident has increased), some people may remember it because they worked hard to rescue. There are many people who read Siroca, but it's actually "Siruka". The Sirka staff (mainly nurses) will navigate your health, "Rukabi". Kuma-chan is named Polka and is inspired by Ursa Minor, including the Polar Star (Paula Star), which is a landmark to know the direction. Why is it blue? That's because it's a school color. It seems that there was a time when the student's one-piece training clothes were this color.

"Rukabi", which began in 2003, was relocated to this glass-covered building (Susumu Omura, Mieko Memorial St. Luke's Center for Clinical Science) in spring 2016. He has moved to a large space and a relaxing space so that more people can use it, such as reading books on health and consulting about health, relaxing in one hand of coffee.

The basic usage time is from 10:00 to 17:00 on weekdays, and closed on Saturdays and Sundays. I would like to briefly introduce you...

  • Health consultation by nurses (from 500 yen for 30 minutes)
  • Health check (with paid bone density measurement, body composition measurement, grip strength measurement)
  • Reading books on health (free, helping you find books useful for you, no lending)
  • Mini health courses and mini-concerts that heal the mind (held every month, participation fee 200 yen, application not required)
    In July, a flute concert will be held from 12:30 to 13:10 on the 26th (Thursday).

For details on usage, see http://research.luke.ac.jp/lukeNavi/index.html.

The nurse of the staff said, "I will navig according to your interests and objectives!"

In addition, there is a flat entrance on the university side where strollers and wheelchairs can easily enter. It's nice to laugh at the guard and say, "I'll go to Rukabi."

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※We have received the cooperation and permission of St. Luke's International University and the consent of Tally's Coffee.

 

 

What day is the fourth Sunday of July? Nihonbashi Bridge Washing

[Hanes] July 26, 2018 12:00


Hello. This is a new correspondent, Hanes.
Suddenly, it's a question to you!
What was the fourth Sunday of July (the 22nd this year)?
The answer...

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The day of Nihonbashi, a famous bridge that has been established as a summer tradition in Chuo-ku.
Blessed with the weather, volunteers, including those who commute to work or school in Nihonbashi, gather and gather.
On this day, Nihonbashi started a lively and cool start in the morning.
This time, I would like to tell you about such a bridge wash!

When I went to Nihonbashi around 9 o'clock, the participants have already gathered.
I was taking a commemorative photo for each company.
On the other hand, the fire brigade has secured a lot of water for cleaning and is ready.

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After a while, there was an announcement saying "Please leave the road."...
When I was thinking about what would happen, a watering car that sprayed water vigorously came!
The water used here is reused water.
I was able to unexpectedly learn about environmentally friendly initiatives.
After the watering truck passed, preparations for hoses were started to secure more water.

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Once the water reaches the entire road in this way, everyone starts washing the bridge!
There are many people working in Nihonbashi at the center of the bridge, and in a slightly distant place, local elementary school students worked hard to brush bridges and roads with brushes.

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When the bridges and roads became beautiful to some extent (before 10 o'clock), the ladder truck finally stood by.
The water was discharged to the Nihonbashi plate, which showed the most exciting this morning.

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After that, two local elementary school students cleaned the plate with the fire brigade and finished washing the bridge.

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Everyone who participated, thank you very much during the hot weather!
This time, I saw the bridge wash for the first time.
More people participated than expected.
men and women of all ages What anyone can enjoy
・It was a good place to interact not only with employees but also with those working in the same area.
・Everyone worked hard with the same purpose of making Nihonbashi beautiful.
It was especially impressive.
It's a wonderful event that I want you to continue.

 

 

Biodiversity Exhibition [Chuo Ward Environmental Information Center]

[Dimini ☆ Cricket] July 26, 2018 09:00

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At the Chuo Ward Environmental Information Center exhibition space in the Kyobashi Environmental Station on the 6th floor of Tokyo Square Garden, an eco-friendly building at Kyobashi 3-chome, the "Biodiversity Exhibition-Colors and Shapes Seen from Mushi Seeds" is being held.

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The event period is from Tuesday, July 3 to August 30 (Thursday).

The event is open from 9:00 to 21:00.

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At the venue, rare insect specimens and giant plant seeds are on display.

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In addition, the colors and shapes are spotted to make it easier to understand the explanation of biodiversity and the critical situation.

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It's very interesting and interesting because you can actually touch the exhibits at the venue and also display things you've never seen before.

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I was surprised to find the "Lion Goroshi Fruit" in the seeds (fruit) that sticks to animals.

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It is held all the time during the summer vacation for children.

Please go out with your family.

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This time, we also received your consent regarding photography in the venue and introduction in this blog post.

Thank you very much

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Click here for the website of the Chuo Ward Environmental Information Center ⇒

https://eic-chuo.jp/

 

 

Visiting Godzilla at Tokiwa Bridge.

[Shiba Inu] July 24, 2018 09:00


The Tokiwa Bridge area, located on the north side of Tokyo Station, is undergoing large-scale redevelopment. It was completed in 2027. A new city surrounded by greenery will be born. For details → Here


Well, with that!

At present, successive Godzillas are landing on Tokiwa Bridge.


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To be precise, the temporary enclosure of the construction is the Godzilla Gallery.


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The posters, commentary, chronology, etc. of all 29 works at the time are lined up, and it has been transformed into a very impressive street where the Showa era is transmitted.


Of course, there's a lot.


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There are also footprints of Godzilla, so don't miss it!


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The total length is 140 meters, and if you walk slowly while watching, it will take about 15 minutes. There is a bench on the way. The period is until February 20 of next year. For more information, please visit our website.



Joban Bridge, which is the name of the development, is a wonderful stone arch bridge made in the Meiji era, and is currently under restoration. I'm really looking forward to seeing you again someday.


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Crossing the Tokiwa Bridge north, you will find the statue of Eiichi Shibusawa, staring at the Japanese financial world. There are a number of Eiichi statues near Tokyo, and this is the most similar! I personally think, so if you like, please take a look at it. Money may rise...。 The money museum in the immediate vicinity is also very recommended. You can learn while experiencing the history of money, so I think that children during summer vacation can enjoy it. Admission is free!


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Lottery Dream Hall (Tokyo) Located in Takaramachi, lunchtime concerts and vaudeville are also popular.

[Silver] July 23, 2018 18:00

 The Lottery Dream Hall (Tokyo) is located near Takaracho Station on the Toei Asakusa Line. It is also close to Tokyo Metro Kyobashi Station.

After a meal at Kyobashi, I went out.

I purchased a lottery, saw the dream of winning 100 million yen, and tasted the weight.

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 And for the day I was elected, I read my attitude. You can also learn the history of the lottery.

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 I found information about the fun event. It's a lunchtime classic concert.

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This is a guide for the "Latin Time" to be held on July 25. And it's a guide to lunchtime vaudeville on August 8th.

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Please see here for more information about the lottery Dream Hall. http://www.takarakuji-official.jp/know/dreamplace.html

 

 

[Russian Year in Japan] Russian culture to enjoy in Chuo-ku

[Hanes] July 21, 2018 18:00


Hello. This is a new correspondent, Hanes.
It was in the second half of July, and it was time for summer vacation at both company and school.
Some of you may be traveling far away.Airplane
This time, "Do you need an airplane? Continuing from the Greek and Italian excursions
Here are some recommended spots where you can enjoy Russia in Chuo-ku.

◼️ Russian-Soviet Union Film Festival
From July 10, the opening of the National Film Archive was held as a Russian year 2018 in Japan.
The "Russian Soviet Union Film Festival" is being held as follows.

Period July 10, 2018 (Tuesday)-August 5 (Sunday) ※Closed Monday
Venue: National Film Archive Nagase Memorial Hall OZU (2nd floor)
Website: 2018 Russian-Soviet Union Film Festival in Japan commemorating the opening of the National Film Archives

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This film festival reflects socialism, war, emperors, and other social situations and ideas at the time of film production.
A lot of real works have been shown.
Some photos were taken at evacuation sites during the war, and completed after temporary suspension of photography.
Due to the pressure of the powers, it is difficult to disclose the information....He said
It is an interesting lineup not only for the content of the movie but also for the production background.

I am a novel by the Nobel Prize-winning author Mikhail Shorohov, which was screened on the 14th.
I've been watching movies based on "Human's fate (Original title: Звукava).
The protagonist, who was forced to suffer both physically and mentally due to the outbreak of World War II....
Despite the darkness of Russian literature in the 20th century, it is possible to do so.
It is a work with a strong message that is familiar to the present day, such as "I live strongly in any adversity in thinking of my family."
Also, it was the first director's work of Bondarchuk, who played the main character, and so on.
For those who like movies, I think you can enjoy it from another angle.

◼️ Russian cuisine
There are several restaurants in Chuo-ku where you can eat Russian cuisine.
One of the most important things is the Russian restaurant logoski.

Location: Ginza 5-7-10 EXITMELSA (Igjit Melsa) 7F
Business hours Please check the official website.

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It seems that this is Japan's first Russian restaurant founded in 1951.

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Not to mention Russian classics, piroshiki, borscich, and tsuboyaki.
Perimeni (water dumplings), recommended for those who are not familiar with Russian cuisine.
Nishin (Milfeuille-style salad) and Brinui (Russian pancake) wearing fur coats are also available!

Piroshiki can take out, and there is also a nice service for those who are in a hurry.
This time, I tried to take out piroshiki, a vegetable that reminds me of Russian home cooking with sour cream.

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There is also a mushroom sauteed with vegetables.
When I was warmed and eaten, the flavor of sour cream was enhanced and it was delicious.

◼️ Image of Messenger
When it comes to Russian movies and cooking, I came to mind as a Russian-born person related to Chuo-ku.
Ossip Zackin, a sculptor who created the "Messenger Statue" at Chuo-ohashi Bridge!
(* I am from Russia during the Russian Empire era, so my hometown belongs to Belarusi.)

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This statue was exhibited at the Paris World Exposition in 1937 and is considered one of his masterpieces.
It was also presented by Paris to commemorate the friendship between the Sumida River in Tokyo and the Seine in Paris.
Because he was based in Paris, the image of France may be strong.

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So far, we have introduced three spots related to Russia.
This summer, when exchanges with Russia are booming as the “Russian Year in Japan” are booming.
Why don't you experience Russian culture with your five senses in Chuo-ku?

※This article has been approved by the public relations officer of the National Film Archive and logoski staff.