Today in a special anime in the uk we remember Akemi Tanaka who sadly passed away this year we take a look at the work she did with many uk anime cons and the many people she touch m.youtube.com/watch?v=5U08_A… #anime

The publishers of Akemi’s book Watson, Little Ltd have posted a touching obituary, which captured her unique character as well as giving tribute to Akemi’s achievements and legacy. watsonlittle.com/remembering-ak…

2021 marked the 10th Anniversary of the Great Japan Earthquake. As a result, Aid For Japan was founded by Akemi Tanaka to support the orphans of this tragedy. In this feature, we look back at 10 years of the charity’s activities... aidforjapan.co.uk/aid-for-japan-…

Aid For Japan is supported by donations that help to fund the charity's support for the orphans in Japan. Without these vital funds the charity would be unable to support the children still struggling after the 2011 earthquake/tsunami. aidforjapan.co.uk/donations/

Recollections, thoughts and memories from 10 years of Aid For Japan… aidforjapan.co.uk/aid-for-japan-…

2020 proved to be a tough year with the Covid crisis. As well as having an impact on a personal basis, it also affected charities, including Aid For Japan, who struggled during that year. Here's our review of Aid For Japan's 2020 activities. aidforjapan.co.uk/aid-for-japan-…

In 2014 Dominic Farwell-Cooke embarked on an ambitious effort for Aid For Japan, involving a motorbike ride from the UK to Japan. The challenging trip saw Dom deal with engine failure, illness & rough roads. But he raised nearly £4,000 for the charity. aidforjapan.co.uk/little-doms-bi…

Aid For Japan memories from events and visits over the years.

In Japanese culture one thousand origami cranes strung together symbolises hope, peace and healing. Here is a gallery showcasing some of the beautiful cranes people made as part of Aid For Japan’s 1000 Origami Cranes initiative back in March. aidforjapan.co.uk/1000-origami-c…

Back in 2013, Aid For Japan was invited to partake in a day of Japanese culture at a pop-up shop in Chelsea as part of a collaborative event. The day was also supported by Sam Sake and KitsuneNails aidforjapan.co.uk/collectionaire…

Akemi at the ayacon anime convention back in 2009.

In Japanese culture one thousand origami cranes strung together symbolises hope, peace and healing. Here’s some of the beautiful cranes people made as part of Aid For Japan’s 1000 Origami Cranes initiative back in March. aidforjapan.co.uk/1000-origami-c…

Back in 2017, an Aid For Japan volunteer visited Japan as part of Ojiya Study Abroad Ojiya Study Abroad , a non-profit organisation aimed at helping international people learn the Japanese language and learn about Japanese culture. aidforjapan.co.uk/ojiya-study-ab…

My reading assistant #Ryo is helping me get comfortable as I read the book by Akemi Tanaka #thepowerofchowa #egyptianmaucat #balance #chowaウエディング #japan🇯🇵 #catsandbooks

It's December - and we're getting into the festive spirit as the Christmas gifts for the orphans have arrived! Next is to write personal greetings cards, wrap up the presents and package the parcels to send via air mail ✈️🎄

Today the Christmas gifts for the orphans were sent to Japan via Royal Mail. Hopefully it will be a lovely end of year surprise for them! This year we sent Scottish shortbread in double-decker red buses, and eco-friendly greetings cards. Thanks for all your donations and support.

Akemi features as part of the Tsunagu/Connect project exploring the lives of Japanese women living in the UK via oral histories from dozens of women. From 13-18 Feb, the Tsunagu/Connect exhibition will feature at artsdepot in London. New Earth Theatre artsdepot.co.uk/exhibition/tsu…

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Extract from Shiori Ito’s second book about her “English Mum” Akemi Tanaka. rb.gy/5zlj3

Akemi Tanaka’s 'The Power Of Chowa' is now available in paperback. The book has proved to be successful with editions being published in many languages. Now Headline Home has issued the book in a handy paperback format. Read more on the blog: akemitanaka.co.uk/the-power-of-c…