Shaney on February 3rd, 2009

A poem by Ellen Talleon, resident of Tsukuba, in honour of Barack Obama’s inauguration as President of the United States
January 20, 2009
A Page Out of History
Why do I feel like this is my moment too
As do millions out there echo
My sentiment by their presence
And voices raised out loud.
Why do I feel as if
A new dawn [...]

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Shaney on May 24th, 2008

Some changes have been been made to the Traffic Law which will come into effect on June 1, 2008. Here is an overview of the changes (from what I understand).
1. Changes to the rules regarding bicycles driving on the sidewalk
You may ride your bicycle on the sidewalk under the following conditions.
- If there [...]

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Shaney on November 2nd, 2007

The Clean Tsukuba By-Law came into effect yesterday (November 1, 2007). Here are some of the rules that we now have to follow.
1. Littering
It is forbidden to litter anywhere within the city. Punishment: official warning.
2. Pet Droppings
It is forbidden to leave pet droppings anywhere within the city. Punishment: official warning.
3. [...]

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Shaney on December 28th, 2008

For those of you who are spending your first new year’s in Tsukuba, please note that MANY businesses and services are closed during this holiday.
The most important things to remember are (1) to withdraw some money before the banks and ATMs close and (2) to make sure you take your garbage out before [...]

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Shaney on October 5th, 2007

Does anyone have any more information about this new (I think) development? What do they mean by long-term residents? Anyone who is not a tourist? Does it include permanent residents?
New Long Term Residency Requirements: Japan recently modified its Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act. The law now requires that long-term residents [...]

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