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Celebrate Water Day: 50th Anniversary Edition

The 50th annual "Water Day" commemoration is set to take place on August 5th (Wednesday), showcasing a range of activities aimed at celebrating the importance of water in our lives. This event marks the beginning of Water Week, which runs from August 1st. Visitors can participate in engaging workshops, interesting discussions, and quizzes that shed light on water's vital role in our lives and the ecosystem.

Event Details

Location:

The event will be hosted at the KITTE B1F Tokyo City Eye, located at 2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.

Date and Time:

The celebration will commence on August 5th, 2023, starting at 10:30 AM.

Admission:

Entry to the event is free, making it accessible for everyone. No advance registration is required—simply show up and join in on the fun!

Program Highlights

The event will feature several engaging programs:

1. Storytelling Events (Three Sessions)
- 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Insights on weather and water presented by Ryoko Imamura, weather anchor from TV Asahi's "Super J Channel" (tentative).
- 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: A talk on "Water and Human Life" by Junji Hashimoto, visiting professor at Musashino University (tentative).
- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: An introduction to urban resilience and efforts towards revitalizing waterfronts like Nihombashi River and Outer Moat, led by Noboru Matsumoto, section chief of Water Resources and Construction by the Urban Development Policy Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (tentative).

2. Dam Consultation Room: Attendees can engage in discussions and ask questions regarding dams and water issues.

3. Panel and Video Exhibits: Rich visuals and informative displays will enhance your understanding of water-related topics.

This is a wonderful opportunity for families and individuals to enrich their knowledge about water, its significance, and its influence on our daily lives.

We Are Looking Forward to You!

We hope to see a diverse crowd joining us at this informative and fun-filled event. It’s a perfect occasion to learn, ask questions, and partake in the discussion about water preservation, cyclical processes in nature, and the challenges our water systems face.

For inquiries, please contact the Water Week Organizing Committee at:
- Phone: 048-600-6513
- Email: [email protected]

For more information, visit Water Day Official Site. We are excited to meet everyone at the Water Day celebration!