Susumu Ishihara
Representative director of Immigration Information Organization Co., Ltd. Editor-in-chief of Immigrants, a multicultural information magazine published by the company. Joined the Mainichi Shimbun in 1974. Served as a reporter in the city affairs department at the Osaka headquarters, a reporter in the political department, editorial writer, etc. Retired in March 2007 as deputy editorial director. Served as an advisor to Wakayama Broadcasting System and a media consultant to the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
(Updated October 2009)
Stories from This Author
I would like to express my gratitude to Brazilians living in Japan.
Nov. 1, 2011 • Susumu Ishihara
"As a Japanese person, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude." If I were to say one thing to this person, this is what I would say. Shinji Mogi Norberto runs a company that undertakes demolition work in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture. He couldn't sit still after watching the news reports reporting the devastation in the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, and by the end of June, he had visited the area with …
Kaori Nara Turner, a makeup artist who has been active in Hollywood for over 30 years - Part 2
July 23, 2010 • Susumu Ishihara
>>Part 1 She started working as a makeup artist under her husband's guidance, but gradually began to enjoy it. She worked smoothly and built a career as a makeup artist, eventually officially joining the union at the age of 45. Her makeup skills attracted attention in the popular 1980s movie "Flashdance," and in 2003 she became the first Japanese person to win an Emmy Award for her work on the TV drama "Alias." Through her work as a makeup artist …
Kaori Nara Turner, a makeup artist who has been active in Hollywood for over 30 years - Part 1
July 22, 2010 • Susumu Ishihara
Makeup artists are still relatively unknown in the world of Japanese film and television, but they are respected artists in Hollywood. Kaori Nara Turner is a makeup artist who has worked in the film hall of fame and has interacted with many stars. Her positive attitude may give us some hints on how to live in a multicultural and intercultural society. Makeup helps connect with Hollywood starsAny movie fan would be on edge when listening to her talk. In Hollywood, …
A New Era for Japan-Peru Relations - Interview with Peruvian Ambassador to Japan, Mr. Capuñay
Nov. 12, 2009 • Susumu Ishihara
Last year marked 100 years of Japanese immigration to Brazil, with a wide range of events taking place, but this year marks 110 years since immigration to Peru, and 20 years since Peruvians first came to Japan. However, Peruvians in Japan are facing a tough reality, with many losing their jobs in the wake of the economic crisis. Peruvian Ambassador to Japan Juan C. Capuñay says he wants to overcome these difficulties and make this year "the beginning of a …
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