20th Anniversary of Montreal and Hiroshima Sister City Relationship

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Hiroshima City’s sister city relationship with Montreal City. As part of the cerebration for the 20th anniversary, the following event will be held.

PLACE:

JMS Aster Plaza (4-17 Kako-machi, Naka-ku)

DATE & TIME:

Monday, June 4 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

PROGRAMS:

Memorial ceremony, introduction to Montreal City by Hiroshima Messengers, and stage performances (Charles Richard-Hamelin piano recital and stage performance by Arata Urawa, a performer of Cirque Éloize)

TO APPLY:

Submit an application to International Relations & Cooperation Division, Hiroshima Peace Culture Foundation by Thursday, May 31. Application forms are available at ward offices, branch offices, councils of social welfare, community halls, community centers and online at the division’s website: http://www.pcf.city.hiroshima.jp/ircd/info/oshirase-naiyou-307-montreal-2018.html The first 1,000 people will be accepted.

INTRODUCTION TO MONTREAL EXHIBITION

DATE & TIME:

Monday, June 4 (1:00 pm – 7:00 pm),

Tuesday, June 5 and Wednesday, June 6 (10:00 am – 7:00 pm)

INQUIRIES:

International Cooperation & Exchange Division, Peace Culture Foundation

Tel. 242-8879 Fax. 242-7452

Sister/Friendship Cities Event, Hannover Day

(Free, no reservation required)

DATE & TIME:

Sunday, May 27 1:00 pm – 3:40 pm

PLACE:

Ryugakusei Kaikan (International House) (1-1 Nishi-kojin-machi, Minami-ku)

PROGRAMS:

Report on youth exchange for the 50th anniversary celebration, introduction to Hannover exhibition, free samples of German foods, a German music concert etc.

INQUIRIES:

International Relations & Cooperation Division, Peace Culture Foundation

Tel. 242-8879 Fax. 242-7452

Human Rights Counseling Booth Temporarily Opened

Counseling is generally only available in Japanese.

DATE & TIME:

Friday, June 1 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

PLACE:

Ward Offices

COUNSELING:

Counseling on human rights issues including bullying, domestic violence, etc.

INQUIRIES:

Hiroshima Jinken Yogo Bu , Homu Kyoku

(Human Rights Protection Department, Hiroshima Legal Affairs Bureau) Tel. 228-5790

Zero Litter & Clean Walk Campaign

Join others on a walk to help beautify the city.

DATE & TIME:

Sunday, June 3 10:30 am – 12:20 pm

(This event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather.)

STARTING POINTS:

1. Koshu Eisei Kaikan (9-1 Hirose-kita-machi, Naka-ku)

2. West side of Midori O-hashi Bridge (1 Higashi-kanon-machi, Nishi-ku)

3. Fountain, Peace Memorial Park (1 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku)

4. City Hall Entrance (1-6-34 Kokutaiji-machi, Naka-ku)

5. West side of Tsurumi-bashi Bridge (1 Tsurumi-cho, Naka-ku)

6. Hashimoto-cho Park (8 Hashimoto-cho, Naka-ku)

7. Dambara Elementary School (2-4-19 Matoba-cho, Minami-ku),

8. Nobori-machi Elementary School (3-10 Nobori-machi, Naka-ku)

9. Nigitsu Shrine (2-6-34 Futaba-no-sato, Higashi-ku)

10. Former Hiroshima Baseball Stadium (5 Moto-machi, Naka-ku)

11. Fukuro-machi Park (9 Fukuro-machi, Naka-ku)

TO APPLY:

Gather at one of the starting points by 10:15 am. No need to bring any cleaning equipment.

INQUIRIES:

Gyomu Daiichi Ka (Operation Division I) Tel. 504-2098 Fax. 504-2229

Subsidies for Earthquake Resistant Housing Renovations

There are subsidies for earthquake resistant housing renovation-related expenses including earthquake resistance diagnosis, design, reconstruction, and specialist dispatch services. Please inquire for details. Please send your application form to Jutaku Seisaku Ka before Thursday, May 31.

INQUIRIES:

Jutaku Seisaku Ka (Housing Policy Division) Tel. 504-2292 Fax. 504-2308

Seeking Financial Supporters for the Hiroshima Minato Yume Fireworks Festival　

The Hiroshima Minato Yume Fireworks Festival will be held at Hiroshima Ko (Port) on Saturday, July 28. The Executive Committee will accept donations from Friday, June 1 to Thursday, June 7. Those who give financial support to the Festival will be provided with a special viewing space.

【Financial Support Amount】

Up to 2 space allotments and benches may be awarded to a donor for Types A and B, and up to 15 seats and space allotments may be awarded to donors for seating Types C or D. For details, including the donation procedure, please contact the Executive Committee.

TO APPLY:

Send an ofuku-hagaki (return postcard) with applicant’s name, age, address, telephone number, the event name (“Hiroshima Yume Hanabitaikai”), Type A, B, C or D and number of the allotments you want to apply for and how you would like to receive the ticket (you can receive the ticket by mail or through a ticketing machine in a Seven-Eleven convenience store) to the ticket office (Rakuten Crimson House 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 1580094) between Friday, June 1 and Thursday, June 7. If you need to use a stroller or wheelchair, please clearly state so. You can also apply online. Limited to one application per person for one type of financial support (type A, B, C or D) only. Applicants are selected at random by lot.

INQUIRIES:

Hiroshima Minato Yume Fireworks Festival Ticket Office Tel. 050-5817-9070

Legal Counselling for Consumers

Counseling is generally only available in Japanese.

DATE&TIME:

Saturday, May 19 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

PLACE:

9F AQ'A Hiroshima Center (6-27 Moto-machi, Naka-ku) Tel. 222-8337

INQUIRIES:

Shohi Seikatsu Center (consumer affairs center) Closed on Tuesdays. Tel. 225-3329 Fax. 221-6282

Temporary Closures

Kurhaus Yunoyama Tel. 0829-83-1198 Fax. 0829-83-1177

CLOSED:

Tuesday, May 29 – Thursday, May 31

Aki Ward Library Tel. 824-1056 Fax. 824-1057

CLOSED:

Friday, May 25 – Thursday, May 31

Take Advantage of Routine Vaccination for Children

To protect your children against infectious diseases (see the list below), please take advantage of routine vaccination services. For details, please contact your local public health center.

NOTE:

Bring your Maternal & Child Health Handbook (Boshi-techo) to the clinic. Keeping vaccination records is essential to manage your child’s health.

INQUIRIES:

Kenko Suishin Ka (Health Promotion Division) Tel. 504-2622 Fax. 504-2258

Or the following Hoken Centers (Public Health Centers)

Be Ready for Heavy Rainfall-Related Natural Disasters

From the rainy season through autumn, long spells of rain, local downpours, typhoons and other rain-related events often cause damage.¬ Make sure to be properly prepared in order to stay calm and composed in times when heavy rainfall increases the risk of natural disasters.

Learn what type of land you live on

It is important to understand well the climate and geological features of your living place. Know your risk by checking the following resources: Portal site of Hiroshima city for disaster prevention (http://www.bousai.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/en/), Hiroshima Map Navi (http://www2.wagamachi-guide.com/hiroshimacity/en/) or hazard maps.

Prepare a bag of emergency supplies

Prepare a bag of emergency supplies and necessities including a flashlight, a radio, medicines, a medical diary, food and water. Do not forget to check regularly the expiration date for food and water.

Correct information quickly

Bosai Joho Mail is an emergency information mailing service provided by Hiroshima City in Japanese. Prior registration is needed. Send a blank e-mail message to [entry@k-bousai.city.hiroshima.jp] to register. Television broadcasts also provide meteorological information about your residential area.

Talk with your family

Do a practice walk with your family along your chosen evacuation route to your evacuation area. Make sure to know how to confirm your family members’ safety.

Practice emergency response actions through disaster drills.

Check and maintain your drainage facilities.

INQUIRIES:

Saigai Yobo Ka (Disaster Prevention Division) Tel. 504-2664　Fax. 504-2802