Ari TV is the Voice of Sendai: Responding to the tragedy of the tsunami by being tenacious

Ari TV is the Voice of Sendai: Responding to the tragedy of the tsunami by being tenacious

Pierre Leblanc and Lee Jay Walker

Modern Tokyo Times

Ari TV (http://www.ari-tv.jp/top.html) is a clear reminder about the tenacity of the Tohoku region which was badly hit by the devastating tsunami of March 11, 2011. Therefore, with the first anniversary getting nearer to March 11, 2012, it is important to highlight this media group for all the positive things that they have done.

Since the devastating 9.0-magnitude earthquake which unleashed the brutal tsunami, this media group dug deep in order to undercover the “real stories.” This applies to highlighting the determination of the Tohoku region and how the people of Sendai have responded.

Also, because Ari TV is based in Sendai then clearly this media group can connect with local people. More important, unlike many mass media outlets who often enter and highlight an important story which is happening in Sendai, Ari TV is their around the clock. This fact enables Ari TV to express the “real feelings” of the local community and clearly strong bonds have been developed whereby this media group is informed at all times about local events, individuals who are fantastic role models, companies who are focused on regeneration, and organizations trying to help.

Ari TV (http://en.re-tohoku.jp/) also understood the international concerns after the devastating tsunami. Therefore, the introduction of the Tohoku Revival Calendar which is highlighted above was a nice touch because you can read continuous updates in English and Japanese. This aspect also highlights rebirth because clearly Ari TV is developing new international links.

It is equally vital that Ari TV is supported commercially because you have so much work to do in Sendai and throughout the Tohoku region. After all, sadly, you still have thousands of missing people in early 2012 and this aspect highlights the complete devastation of March 11, 2011. This also means that the nightmare goes on for many because you have no “closure” and “special grave” to visit and connect.

Therefore, it is essential that the local government, the central government, local businesses, businesses throughout Japan, and others, support Ari TV and all the positive work they do around the clock. After all, Ari TV can reach “local people” because this media group is fully interwoven with Sendai and the Tohoku region. Also, Sendai is the main city in Tohoku with regards to population and a healthy Sendai is vital for the regional economy.

In the photo above which was published on March 2, 2012, Ari TV is highlighting the regeneration of a shopping mall. However, unlike the glitzy areas of modern day Japan the brutal reality of the tsunami is visible in this image. Yet despite the clear limitations currently available to this shopping mall and having to move into housed shopping containers; locals don’t view the same image because to them this is a sign of rebirth and the start of a long process to normality.

Takano from Ari TV comments that “The big revival shopping area “South Sanriku SanSan Mall” opened in South Sanriku town, Miyagi, on February 25^th. These shops are temporarily housed in shipping containers. The name comes from the people’s desire to make a mall filled with smiles and energy (which is) bright like the shining sun.”

In an early article by Modern Tokyo Times the “Suzuki Farm Harvest” was highlighted and this applies to the tenaciousness of Mr. Suzuki (photo above). He fully understood that salt water had damaged the fields and it appeared impossible to regenerate in such a short period of time, if at all. However, Mr. Suzuki was adamant that he would overcome all the obstacles in front of him and this set of a chain reaction whereby local people gave him the support he needed.

This moving story is one of many by Ari TV and this is why this media group needs support. After all, Ari TV is part of the community that they represent and because they are based “on the ground,” then they can highlight unique events.

Please support Ari TV by watching their many programs in Japanese providing you are a Japanese speaker. Also, if you main language is English or it is your second language then please view the Tohoku Revival Calendar. Irrespective of language, Ari TV can build bridges throughout the local community and wider Tohoku region and also internationally. Therefore, Ari TV is “the voice of Sendai.”

http://en.re-tohoku.jp/ Tohoku Revival Calendar – English Version

http://www.ari-tv.jp/top.html Ari TV

http://ja-jp.facebook.com/aritv.sendai – Please contact for more information.

http://twitter.com/#!/re_tohoku_en – Please contact for more information

http://suzuki-yuukinouen.blog.ocn.ne.jp/

http://www.re-tohoku.jp Tohoku Revival Calendar – Japanese version

http://www.hayabusa2012.jp/index.html

The Voice of Sendai and Ari TV: helping the community to overcome March 11

The Voice of Sendai and Ari TV: helping the community to overcome March 11

Michel Lebon and Lee Jay Walker 

Modern Tokyo Times

Ari TV (http://www.ari-tv.jp/top.html) is at the heart of Sendai and the surrounding region because this company is providing a positive image and covers local issues. This media outlet is determined to show the people of Japan and the international community, that while the March 11 tsunami took far too many lives and destroyed much of the infrastructure, it didn’t break the spirit of the people who were hit hard by this tragic event.

Therefore, Takayuki Sato http://twitter.com/#!/re_tohoku_en (Tak) and everybody at Ari TV are showing the determination of a region which is not only battling against adversity, it is doing so by focusing on the future and helping to bring fresh hope. Of course, every individual associated with Ari TV fully understands the pain and suffering which took place on March 11. However, like a phoenix rising from the ashes this media outlet wants to highlight determination, rebuilding, fresh ideas, a strong community spirit, and to show how tenacious the local people are in facing and overcoming such a tragedy.

In the photo above Tomomi Hama of Ari-TV visited a performance arts event called “Suzume Odori.” The event was held in Tokushima and Tomomi Hama highlights the fact that this city is a sister city of Sendai. Also, the people of Tokushima city have helped the people of Sendai and other areas greatly since March 11 and this shows the strong bond between local people.

The next photo highlights “Coming of Age Day” and this event is very important in Japan. Takano of Ari TV reports that 12,000 people attended this event in Sendai and that the atmosphere was electric. This image is extremely heartwarming because it shows the next generation of Sendai who need to be tenacious and play an important role in the future of the Tohoku region. Also, the image shows three beautiful ladies smiling in traditional costumes and they all look stylish and elegant.

In the next image (http://en.re-tohoku.jp/) above is the stunning view of Naruko and Ono, a director at Ari-TV, clearly adores this part of Japan. Therefore, Ono is clearly focused on showing this special place and a lovely video was done which shows many positive features. Given this, if you adore nature and want to refresh yourself afterwards by visiting Naruko Hot Spa, then why not take a break in Naruko and help the local economy?

The next photo (http://sjo-escuelaj.com/) shows children at San Jose Japanese School in Costa Rica. Mr. Kinya Morita who works at this school is showing the international concern for people who lost so much. Therefore, these children are expressing their love and warm feelings towards people whom they have never met.

In the image above are Ken Watanabe and Tomoyuki Takimoto who is a film director. Ken Watanabe is an internationally acclaimed actor and since the devastating events of March 11, it is abundantly clear that he shared in the pain and now he is involved in the regeneration. Shinichiro Takano from Ari TV mentions that both individuals have been touring around Tohoku in order to highlight the film called “Hayabusa -Harukanaru Kikan” which will be released on February 11, 2012, in this part of Japan. The host of the premiere in Miyagi was Tomomi Hama from Ari TV.

The following photo above highlights the tenaciousness of “Suzuki Farm Harvest.” It is clear that Tak from Ari TV was overwhelmed by such dedication because Mr. Suzuki fully understood that salt water had damaged the fields. However, he was adamant that he would overcome everything and local people gave him the support and help he needed. Like Tak comments, they “finally made it! Isn’t it amazing?”

These images highlight aspects of Ari TV and in another article about this media outlet it was stated by Modern Tokyo Times that “It is essential that Ari TV is supported because Takayuki Sato (Tak) and everybody at Ari TV desire to help the local community. Therefore, Ari TV is a lifeline to many people in Sendai and Miyagi prefecture and advertisement, sponsorship, viewing, and helping this company grow in many other ways, is needed because Sendai suffered greatly and this city is very powerful in the region of Tohoku.”

Therefore, please support Ari TV by viewing their websites and seeing daily images and videos of Sendai and the surrounding region. After all, Ari TV is the voice of Sendai and the calendar is also in English in order for the international community to view and read about recent events.

http://en.re-tohoku.jp/  Tohoku Revival Calendar – English Version

http://www.ari-tv.jp/top.html Ari TV 

http://ja-jp.facebook.com/people/Takayuki-Sato/100001843642568  – Please contact for more information.

http://twitter.com/#!/re_tohoku_en – Please contact for more information

http://suzuki-yuukinouen.blog.ocn.ne.jp/

http://www.re-tohoku.jp Tohoku Revival Calendar – Japanese version

http://www.hayabusa2012.jp/index.html

All images belong to Ari TV

Sendai Pageant of Starlight from Ari TV: images since the Tsunami of March 11

Sendai Pageant of Starlight from Ari TV: images since the Tsunami of March 11

Michel Le Bon and Lee Jay Walker

Modern Tokyo Times

Ari TV is at the heart of Sendai and the “Sendai Pageant of Starlight” which is currently on show, is creating a lovely atmosphere and the event finishes late on December 31. Therefore, you have multitudes of stunning lights which re-awakens the “child” within and for children the scenery is magical and is a place where dreams are made.

If you click onto (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/movie/4667) this video by Ari TV then you can see that Sendai is glowing in the spirit of hope and joy. This image is especially powerful this year because of the potent tsunami which killed tens of thousands of people and destroyed so much of the infrastructure. However, the “Sendai Pageant of Starlight” is like Ari TV in many ways because it is based on joy, hope, and provides a fitting place to visit before the start of a new year.

This year is especially difficult for people throughout areas of Japan which were hit by the potent tsunami. Therefore, the lights in Sendai are bringing an extra glow this year and they are a clear reminder that this city, and other places which were badly hit, is fighting back and bracing itself for a new year.

If we step back, and turn back to the fateful day of March 11, 2011, then Ari TV continued to show “the real picture” of Sendai. The image below shows the shocking reality of March 11 which swept away so many people. Also, this image is a reminder of the deadly power of nature and how events can change quickly.

The following image below (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) which was entered on March 23 by Ari TV is an amazing image. This applies to the smiling faces of four young boys who are enjoying the simple pleasures of life despite the devastation that their eyes witnessed. This image by Ari TV is a million times more powerful than the daily news of famous international media outlets which dwelled on sadness and utter devastation.

In many ways, this is the philosophy of Ari TV because while everybody at this media outlet understands the utter devastation that took place and the grief and sadness which entailed – this company also understood the need for regeneration and fighting back against the adversity of nature which killed so many people.

This image was (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) uploaded on March 18 and again Ari TV is highlighting the spirit of humanity. After all, all you can see is utter devastation but despite everything this gentleman is carrying a cat with complete care.

The following image (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) uploaded on June 24 is a clear reminder that many people are still without proper homes and that Sendai and many other areas need massive financial support.

On September 10 (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) you have a stunning image of two young girls playing in the sea. In the background you have a lovely skyline and unlike the chaos of March 11, the sea is once more a place of pleasure. Therefore, this image is showing you the serene nature of the sea where children play and enjoy.

The next image (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) uploaded on October 30 shows local people playing music. Also, they are dressed in costumes which show that continuity is in full flow. This once more signifies the power of the local community and that normality is essential despite all the problems that the region faces.

The next image (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) is tinged with great sadness because local people and the Buddhist priest are praying for children who have died. Dolls and other toys have been hanged up and this image takes you back to the terrible suffering of March 11. This image was uploaded on November 12 and the power of this photo is clear for all to see because it is a grim reminder that so many children died.

Finally the last highlighted area of this article (http://www.re-tohoku.jp/?ym=201103) of Sendai is a video taken on December 9. In this video you see a Sendai at peace and lovely lights which highlight the positive nature of this city. However, Ari TV and local people know that many challenges are still to be faced but the spirit remains strong and growing.

It is essential that Ari TV is supported because Takayuki Sato (Tak) and everybody at Ari TV desire to help the local community. Therefore, Ari TV is a lifeline to many people in Sendai and Miyagi prefecture and advertisement, sponsorship, viewing, and helping this company grow in many other ways, is needed because Sendai suffered greatly and this city is very powerful in the region of Tohoku.

Turning back to the “Sendai Pageant of Starlight” then this is a great way for people in Japan to support the region by visiting this fantastic display. However, in the long-term, it is essential that local businesses are supported. The same applies to the local media which is very powerful within the community.

Therefore, stay tune to local events by clicking onto the website below and enjoy Ari TV which is reaching out to local people and showing a positive image to the international community.

http://www.ari-tv.jp/top.html Ari TV

[Tohoku Revival Calendar]-Japanese version

http://www.re-tohoku.jp

http://ja-jp.facebook.com/people/Takayuki-Sato/100001843642568   – Please contact for more information.

http://twitter.com/#!/re_tohoku_en – Please contact for more information

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