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20 FOLLOW US

A STUDY IN WHITE

KAYO YAMAWAKI

Member Yusuke Kanaumi explores the subtle differences that make Chardonnay one of the world’s most versatile wines.

18 C ALIFORNIA DRE AMIN’

Jun and Michiko Hamamoto bring wines and scenes from Napa and Sonoma to the November Nihonbashi Mixer.

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DIGEST

AGENDA

FL AVORS

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INDEPTH

25 Vulnerable children and families will benefit from Member purchases through this year’s International Bazaar.

WINE

GOVERNANCE

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COMMUNITY © JUN HAMAMOTO

GIF TS OF HOPE

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HIGHLIGHTS

WELLNESS

Cover photo of Yusuke Kanaumi by Kayo Yamawaki

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS Representative Governor Nils Plett (2026) First Vice President David Hackett (2026) Second Vice President Agnes Ouellette (2026) Secretar y Justin Negrón (2026) Treasurer Hiroshi Miyamasu (2026) Governors Vibhu Jain (2027), Geoffrey Kamizuru-Bowman (2026), Ren Kuroda (2027), Gregory Lyon (2027), Justin Negrón (2026), Dean Rogers (2026), Reiko Saito (2027), Douglas Schafer (2027), Christa Wallington (2027) Statutor y Auditors Alok Rakyan (2026), John Sasaki (2027) Parentheses denote term limit.

CLUB COMMITTEE CHAIRS Centennial Anniversar y Jesse Green Compensation Justin Negrón Culture, Community & Enter tainment Matthew Tappenden (Vibhu Jain) Finance Dennis Hubbs (Hiroshi Miyamasu) House Mike Foley (Ren Kuroda) Long-Range Planning Monica Perez-Ilzarbe (Reiko Saito) Membership Yan Fan (Lin Shi) Nihonbashi Rike Wootten (Geoffrey Bowman) Nominating Steven Greenberg Recreation David Lee (Agnes Ouellette) Parentheses denote Board liaison.

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A Centennial Worth Celebrating WORDS JESSE GREEN IMAGE KAYO YAMAWAKI

On May 23, 1928, the Club was founded by 51 Americans as a place in Tokyo where people far from home could feel at home. Nearly a hundred years later, that idea has outlasted a world war, a global financial crisis, the Great East Japan Earthquake, and a pandemic. It has grown into a community of nearly 4,500 Member families from more than 60 countries, and it is still, above all else, a home away from home. The Club has never been defined by its address. We began in Yurakucho, moved to Marunouchi, and eventually settled in Azabudai in 1954. We spent three years in Takanawa while the clubhouse was rebuilt, returned to Azabudai in 2011, and opened our Nihonbashi satellite in 2021. What has carried us from one address to the next is our willingness to evolve as we’ve grown and to be a good neighbor wherever we’ve been. Over the years, we have welcomed our community to friendly competitions, celebrations of Japanese food and art, and Fourth of July festivities. We have also joined in honoring the traditions of Obon.

One of our proudest moments came in 2021, when we opened our doors as the largest Covid-19 vaccination center in Minato Ward. More than 150 volunteer medical professionals, some of them our own Members, helped protect thousands of our neighbors. So it is only fitting that we celebrate our centennial the way we have lived our first hundred years: together as a Club and as a community. May 23, 2028, is a year and a half away, and you might wonder why we are talking about it now. A celebration worthy of a century can’t be planned in a few months, and our centennial season will begin early in the new year. In the months leading up to May 2028, the Centennial Anniversary Committee will bring you historical and interactive installations, throwback menus, family celebrations, community outreach programs, and exciting events. Every one of them will honor where we came from, strengthen our ties to Tokyo, and welcome the next generation of Members. While the Club has extensive archives, much of our history remains with you. It lives in your photo albums, your scrapbooks, and the stories you’ve told. An old membership card, a menu from a long-ago Halloween or Thanksgiving party, or a photo from a family celebration could each become part of how we celebrate the Club’s story. There will be many opportunities to participate in and contribute to the celebrations ahead, but if you have something you’d like to share today, please email centennial@tac-club.org. This is your Club and your celebration. The 51 people who founded our home away from home in 1928 gave us something special. Our job is to tell its story and pass the Club on better than we found it. Jesse Green is chair of the Centennial Anniversary Committee and a past representative governor of the Club.

“While the Club has extensive archives, much of our history remains with you. It lives in your photo albums, your scrapbooks, and the stories you’ve told.”

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Cast Your Vote

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Members share their thoughts and ideas about the Club and its services throughout the year, whether by completing membership surveys, submitting an online Tell TAC, or just mentioning something to fellow Members or staff in passing. But this month’s Board of Governors election gives Members a chance to have their

say on the most significant decisions that shape the Club’s future. With the Annual General Meeting (AGM) coming up this month, turn to page 22 to learn more about the candidates in the running to make those decisions. Online voting runs through November 16, with the results announced at the AGM on November 17. CBJ

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Let the Festivities Begin Before you know it, the holiday season will fill the Club with cheer. Here’s a little preview of what’s on the way. Things kick off on November 3, when Club kids start dropping off their letters to Santa, before the Azabudai clubhouse comes to vibrant life on November 28 at the annual lighting ceremony. The main entrance will be bursting with excitement as we “switch on” Christmas with entertainment and treats like hot cocoa and tea, eggnog, mulled wine, spiced snickerdoodle cookies, and grilled wagyu franks. Other highlights include Connections’ holiday luncheon on December 2; the Azabudai and Nihonbashi clubhouses’ bonenkai bashes on December 4 and 11, respectively; and the Family Christmas Show on December 12 and 13. Of course, don’t forget to pay a visit to Saint Nick himself in the Winter Garden on December 19 and 20. So, dust off that festive sweater and prepare for the most wonderful time of the year! AJ

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Special Storytime: An Ofrenda for Perro with Judith Valdés B.

Author-illustrator Judith Valdés B. fell in love with books at a young age, but found that there were few characters who looked like her. “Although I am Mexican American, much of my childhood was spent in Mexico, and those experiences continue to shape my work today,” the Member tells INTOUCH. To ensure that children from all backgrounds can find themselves in the stories they read, she pursued a degree in illustration. Her debut picture book, An Ofrenda for Perro, is a tribute to her childhood in Mexico and her love of dogs. Inspired by the cultural elements of Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, the story follows a boy named Benito who experiences the passing of a beloved pet and navigates companionship, loss, and remembrance with honesty and hope. Club kids can share Benito’s journey during this heartwarming reading on November 1 in the Children’s Library. Following the reading will be a fun, hands-on activity inspired by the story and an exciting introduction to Día de los Muertos and its traditions that honor departed loved ones. Copies of the Kirkus-starred and Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book will be available for purchase and signing. The book can also be checked out from the Children’s Library. Joining this event is Animal Refuge Kansai (ARK), which will be sharing information about how it assists animals across the country and what you can do to help! CBJ • November 1 • 2–3:15pm • Children’s Library • Free • No registration required

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Reset with Reiki More than a century ago, a Japanese spiritual teacher named Mikao Usui developed a method of healing based on the concept of “universal life energy” after meditating on Mount Kurama, north of Kyoto. The practice, known as reiki, has since spread around the world. Starting this month, Members can experience reiki at The Spa as the Club welcomes reiki master Yukiko Kataoka. During the 30- or 60-minute treatment, gentle hand placements on or just above the body create a calming experience that encourages relaxation, balance, and overall well-being. Whether you feel stressed, mentally drained, or simply in need of some quiet time, a session with Kataoka provides a chance to pause, relax, and reconnect with yourself. Contact 03-4588-0714 or spa@tac-club.org to book your session. CBJ

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November may just be peeking its head around the corner, with Thanksgiving to come, but it’s never too early to start planning your New Year’s feast. The Club’s contemporary twist on the centuries-old Japanese tradition of savoring specially prepared dishes for the first meal of the year has become a favorite among Members. Limited to 100 sets, each designed for four people to enjoy, this year’s selection promises to be the most impressive yet. Unlike traditional osechi, which is meant to sit out at room temperature and be eaten over a few days, the Club’s version is a fresh offering made with the finest ingredients. Members can preorder now and pick it up on New Year’s Eve to enjoy that day or on the first of January. The mouthwatering lineup, presented in two stylish boxes, includes Shiawase Kizuna wagyu tenderloin, red wine-marinated duck with chestnuts, rock lobster, smoked Hiroshima oysters, and Miyazaki 1983 premium caviar—all complemented by a bottle of Piper-Heidsieck Champagne and a decadent Valrhona chocolate terrine. One set costs ¥59,000. The first 50 Members to order will receive a ¥10,000 dining voucher. Ring in 2027 with a spread of Club-crafted delicacies! CBJ

November is among my favorite months for wine as Thanksgiving brings family and friends together and the weather turns cooler. Here are three wines to enjoy as part of your celebrations. From Alsace, France, the 2024 Hugel Riesling (¥3,600) is a classic example of the region’s elegant and expressive style. A beautiful bouquet of flowers and citrus, followed by flavors of lemon zest on the palate and a touch of sweetness is balanced by refreshing acidity, making this a versatile wine that will work beautifully alongside everything from turkey to lighter appetizers. Anniversaries are always worth celebrating, and the 2024 Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Estate Pinot Noir (¥6,000) marks a special milestone: its 30th bottling. Produced from estate-grown fruit in the Eola-Amity Hills sub-AVA of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this Pinot Noir is concentrated, with ripe cherry flavors and bright acidity. The structure and freshness stand up to the rich flavors of a Thanksgiving feast. When thinking of Rombauer, most people immediately go to its Chardonnay. But Rombauer’s red wines are not to be overlooked— especially the 2023 Napa Valley Merlot (¥9,800). Full of black fruit and vanilla, this medium to fullbodied Merlot pairs well with richer Thanksgiving dishes. Whatever is on your Thanksgiving table, I hope these wines will add enjoyment to the occasion. Cheers! Tom Kriegshauser is a member of the Club’s Wine & Beverage Subcommittee.

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First Friday: Korean Night Since the turn of the 21st century, Korean culture has taken the world by storm. From pop music and television to beauty and gastronomy, Korea is making a profound influence on global culture. Light up the evening with a celebration of Korean music, flavors, and culture as the Winter Garden comes alive with the energy of Seoul for this month’s First Friday. Enjoy a free-flowing lineup of drinks and street food favorites that are reminiscent of the bustling stalls of Gwangjang Market, catch the Korean Wave, and journey through the varied sounds of Korean music— from elegant traditional tunes to the catchy beats of modern K-pop, featuring a special live performance by Samuel Kim and his band. Make sure to sign up soon—the first 100 to register will be entered into a prize drawing for two 60-minute rejuvenating treatments at The Spa. And while the grown-ups are getting down on the dance floor, kids can have a blast at Movie Night, catching flicks and munching on their favorite snacks. TF • 7–9pm • Winter Garden • ¥2,750 (walkins: ¥3,850); guests ¥7,150 (walk-ins: ¥8,250) • Limit five guests per Member • Adults only • Nihonbashi Members welcome • Sign up online

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Introduction to Squash Club instructor Rico Cheung leads families through the basics. • 4:30–6:30pm • Squash Court 1 • Free • Members only • Ages 6 & above • Sign up online

TAC Talk: Contemporary Perspectives on Korea and Japan with Lee Hyuk & Taro Kono Join an insightful evening with the Liberal Democratic Party member and the South Korean ambassador to Japan. • 6–8pm • Manhattan II & III • ¥2,750 (guests: ¥3,000) • Includes one drink • Sign up online

Domaine Serene Wine Tasting Sample three Chardonnays and three Pinot Noirs from the Oregon winery under the guidance of its senior director of sales. • 4–6pm • Winter Garden • Free • Adults only • Sign up online

Culture Connections Join Akoya Atelier founder Simi Khanduja as she unveils the secrets behind the lustrous and mysterious pearl.

Meet & Greet with Carissa Mondavi Few names are as well known in American winemaking as Mondavi. The family’s roots go back to Italian immigrants Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, who settled in Minnesota at the turn of the 20th century before moving to California in the early 1920s. One of Cesare’s sons, Robert, would go on to found the legendary Robert Mondavi Winery in Napa Valley in 1966, cementing the family’s role in developing California’s wine industry. But this is just the beginning. Robert’s granddaughter, Carissa, will share her family’s story with Members this month at Prime 51 over glasses of 2024 Sentium Sauvignon Blanc Mendocino, from the wine project led by her sister Chiara Mondavi, and 2023 Continuum Red Napa Valley, from the estate founded by her father, Tim, and other members of the Mondavi family. These prestigious wines, which represent the continuity of the Mondavi family’s approach to the craft, will be paired with a selection of canapés prepared by the Prime 51 culinary team. Enjoy hearts of palm hummus, salmon and citrus rillette on crostini, steak pinchos with chimichurri, and roasted wagyu carpaccio as you immerse yourself in tales from more than a century of winemaking. Members will also have the opportunity to place wine orders at special prices (available on the day only). Be sure to reserve a table at Prime 51 to continue your wine evening after the meet and greet. CBJ • 6–7:30pm • Prime 51 (private dining room) • ¥10,000 • Adults only • Sign up online

• 10–11:30am • Shinoda Suite • Free for Connections members (nonmembers: ¥1,000) • Details online

Flavors of Japan: Autumn in Miura Experience the rich gastronomy of this charming coastal community, just an hour and a half from Tokyo. • 6:30–8:30pm • Manhattan I • ¥7,500 (guests: ¥9,000) • Limit three guests per Member • Sign up online

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Seven Stones Wine Dinner Savor a superlative epicurean experience that brings together worldclass wines and outstanding cuisine. • 6:30–9pm • 1673 • ¥38,000 (guests: ¥42,000) • Limit three guests per Member • Sign up online

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Movie Night

23–27

Club kids enjoy pizza and flicks while moms and dads catch the Korean Wave at First Friday.

Great Bears Volleyball Camp

• 6–9pm • Shinoda Suite • ¥2,750 (guests & walk-ins: ¥3,300) • Ages 5–12 • Sign up online

With nearly 2 million young people playing each year, volleyball has become one of Japan’s most popular team sports. Members in grades 8–12 can up their game with the help of coaches and athletes from the Tokyo Great Bears, the only fully professional men’s club in the Kanto region competing in the SV League. During the five-day clinic, hosted by SchoolTribe Sports, participants will learn fundamental skills, advanced team systems, defensive strategies, and more. The camp will conclude with a competitive team match, giving players the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in a fun and challenging environment. Member Sage Scofield, who has attended previous volleyball camps at the Club, says the friendships formed and the sense of teamwork were highlights. “Everyone was supportive of each other, and it was fun learning new skills and improving together,” he says. “I especially enjoyed playing actual games because we got to put everything we had practiced into action.” Scofield says the coaches are very patient and supportive, especially with beginners still learning the basics. “I improved my technique and learned how to work better with a team. The camp had such a positive impact on me that I eventually gained the skills and confidence to join my school’s volleyball team.” Don’t miss this chance to get direct access to the expertise, training methods, and competitive mindset of volleyball pros. CBJ

7&8

Family Photos Mark the holiday season with a set of professional portraits. • 9:40am–7pm • Prime 51 • ¥35,000 • Details online

Elite Basketball Clinic Club kids take their game to the next level with a one-day clinic led by local pro and Olympian Kareem Maddox. • 12–4:15pm • Gymnasium • ¥5,500 (guests: ¥6,600) • Ages 6–17 • Sign up online

Business Is Social Catch up with fellow Members at this intimate networking session. • 6–8pm • Winter Garden • ¥1,500 (guests: ¥2,000); includes one drink and a canapé • Adults only • Sign up online

• 4–6pm • Gymnasium • ¥46,750 (guests: ¥51,425) • Ages 13–17 • Sign up online

10, 17 & 24

Zen Shui Gong: Autumn Launch Series Discover the gentle power of moving like water, on the water. • 11am–12pm • Sky Pool • ¥3,500 per session • Ages 16 & above • Sign up online

Cocktail Connections Celebrate hump day at this fun evening of mingling over drinks. • 5–7pm • Prime 51 Bar & Lounge • Free for Connections members (non-Connections members & guests: ¥1,000) • Details online

Connect with the Club’s vibrant squash community at a laid-back evening of games and chat. • 5:30–7:30pm • Squash Courts • Free • Members only • Sign up online

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Club Endurance Meet Break untouched records and earn the honor of having your name displayed for all to see in this annual distance race. • 8am–3pm • Sky Pool • ¥2,400 • Members only • Ages 6 & above • Sign up online

17 & 24

Flow Yoga Unwind with invigorating yoga and thoughtful meditation in this weekday refresh led by Member Joey Wu.

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Thanksgiving at the Club From family feasts to bountiful buffets, there are a variety of ways to enjoy the all-American holiday at the Azabudai and Nihonbashi clubhouses. AJ

• 6:30–7:30pm • &Biz Fitness Studio • ¥2,750 (walk-ins: ¥3,250); guests: ¥3,300 (walk-ins: ¥3,800) • Sign up online

Show & Tell Jamboree Ages 6 to 9 build confidence at an afternoon of games, music, and selfesteem-boosting activities. • 1–2:30pm • Shinoda Suite • ¥1,000 (guests: ¥1,200) • Sign up online

24–27

At the American Room, sit down to a meal of Turkey Day classics, featuring an elevated approach curated by the Nihonbashi Club’s culinary team.

The Club’s new steak house serves up a multicourse meal featuring squash soup, hamachi and poached pear salad, and a turkey plate with brioche stuffing and potato purée.

Youngsters pick up tips on public speaking from the Club’s own Toastmasters group.

• Dinner • American Room • Details online

• Dinner • Prime 51 • Details online

Thanksgiving in the City

25–29

Thanksgiving Delights Savor the tastes of the holiday all week with a special menu, as well as carved turkey or a Thanksgiving Day set on November 26 and 27. • Lunch and dinner • Café Med, Rainbow Café • Details online

All the Trimmings Dig into a five-course meal that includes finely roasted bird, a lineup of side dishes, and much more. • Lunch and dinner • American Bar & Grill, Traders’ Bar • Details online

Prime 51 Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Grand Buffet Feast to your heart’s content on a copious spread of all the traditional favorites, from turkey and stuffing to mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie, at the Club’s renowned holiday buffet. • 12–2pm & 4:30–7:30pm • New York Ballroom & Brooklyn rooms • Sign up online

26 & 27

Thanksgiving Specials The first-floor eatery and watering hole will both be serving à la carte offerings like a turkey pot pie and a Thanksgiving dip sandwich. • Dinner • American Bar & Grill, Traders’ Bar • Details online

Youth Toastmasters Club

• 3–4pm • Shinoda Suite • ¥1,100 (guests: ¥1,320) • Sign up online

Cocktail Hour Learn to craft a Brandy Alexander, a blend of Rémy Martin VSOP, chocolate liqueur, and cream, under the guidance of a Muromachi Bar mixologist. • 5:30pm • Muromachi Bar • ¥2,200 • Members only • Sign up online

Yamuna Body Rolling: Power Recovery Improve mobility and bounce back faster from bouts of fatigue. • 1:30–3:30pm • The Studio • ¥13,200 • Ages 16 & above • Sign up online

Check the Club website for the most up-to-date information on events and programs.

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A Richer Childhood in Tokyo Prepared for what comes next. Connected to where they are now.

hoosing an international s c h o o l i n To k y o m e a n s considering both the experience a child will have today and how their education will prepare them for the opportunities and transitions of tomorrow. At United School of Tokyo (UST), an American standards-based academic foundation is combined with childcentered, inquiry-based learning, an international community, and meaningful engagement with Japanese language, culture, and life. Located in Shibuya and serving children ages 3 to 14, UST brings together students

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from more than 40 nationalities in a close-knit, family-like school community.

A FAMILIAR ACADEMIC PATH FOR WHAT COMES NEXT For internationally mobile families, choosing a curriculum is also a question of continuity. A recognizable academic progression can help children carry their learning forward when the next chapter takes them to another school or country. At UST, American Common Core benchmarks in literacy and mathematics set clear expectations for the skills students develop as they progress through school. These benchmarks

provide a steady framework for building strong foundations and moving toward more advanced study. Clear academic expectations are paired with a personalized approach. In small classes, teachers know students well and can tailor their teaching to their strengths, interests, and areas for growth. Students take an active role in their progress. Through regular feedback and goal-setting, they learn to recognize what they have achieved and understand what they need to work on next. Checklists, conferencing, rubrics, and feedback from teachers and peers give students practical ways to reflect on what they have learned and set goals for continued improvement. Education at UST is inquiry-based and experiential. Students ask questions, investigate ideas, solve problems, and apply their learning through themebased units, hands-on activities, and experiences beyond the classroom. Together, this approach gives students direction while helping them become confident, independent learners.

AN INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY With more than 40 nationalities represented across the school, students encounter different languages, traditions, and ways of seeing the world as part of everyday school life. Learning alongside classmates from many backgrounds helps them approach unfamiliar ideas with curiosity, respect, and an open mind. UST brings this cultural diversity into a close-knit, family-like community founded by parents and educators. Warmth, acceptance, and respect shape relationships, helping children feel known and giving families a meaningful connection to school life. Students also have opportunities to contribute to the community around them. Through activities such as Student Council, Eco-patrol, school events, and community initiatives, they learn to cooperate, take responsibility, and understand how their actions make a difference. “At UST, academic strength goes hand in hand with becoming a good human,” says Natasha Dytham, head of school at UST. “We encourage students to think for themselves, communicate with confidence, and have the courage to take on challenges, while developing the kindness, responsibility, and social conscience to use those abilities thoughtfully.”

MAKING JAPAN PART OF THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE For international families, life in Tokyo gives children opportunities to learn from the language, culture, and community around them. UST makes that connection part of school life, helping students

engage more confidently with the country they call home. Japanese learning begins in early childhood and continues through eighth grade, with instruction adapted to age and proficiency. Elementary students study Japanese daily, while middle school students have four 60-minute lessons each week. Language learning also introduces Japanese customs and traditions, giving students greater confidence as they participate in everyday life in Japan. Learning regularly extends beyond the classroom. Every UST student takes part in several field trips during the academic year, with visits connected to curricular and cocurricular learning. From third grade, students also participate in overnight experiences, including ski trips, while middle school students take part in residential trips. These experiences provide opportunities to

explore new environments, develop independence, and learn alongside classmates in different settings. One recent example took fifth grade students to the Ghibli Museum during a unit on fantasy and storytelling. Original concept sketches, immersive exhibits, and documentaries helped them explore how initial ideas develop into the stories and imagined worlds seen on-screen. For families building their lives in Tokyo while keeping future possibilities open, UST offers a steady academic path and an education shaped by the place children call home today. Students build strong foundations for their next stage while making Japanese language, culture, and an international community a meaningful part of their childhood. To find out more, visit: www.united-school.jp

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Season’s Eatings WORDS ALEC JORDAN IMAGE KAYO YAMAWAKI

Make the most wonderful time of the year even more flavorful with the Nihonbashi Club’s Holiday Dinner Set, a multicourse feast that will delight the senses. The meal starts with a trio of amuse-bouches paired with a glass of Dom Pérignon Champagne, followed by a pumpkin and mascarpone mousse and saffron soup with lobster and porcini mushroom ravioli. For the main, you have a choice of truffle-stuffed Hinai Jidori chicken, chargrilled Shiawase Kizuna beef tenderloin, or golden eye snapper with yuzu-infused sauce. Finally, the culinary symphony wraps up with a decadent dessert. It’s the perfect way to ring in the holidays with gourmet flair. • 5–10pm • American Room and Muromachi Bar & Lounge (November 30–December 25) and 1673 (November 16– December 25) • ¥18,700

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CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ Jun and Michiko Hamamoto bring wines and scenes from Napa and Sonoma to the November Nihonbashi Mixer.

Jun and Michiko Hamamoto

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When Jun Hamamoto first visited Napa Valley in 1992, he felt he had stepped into another side of America. Old-world-style wineries sat among country vineyards, restaurants served every cuisine imaginable, and the people, he recalls, had good manners. “I thought Napa Valley was like Eden.” It wasn’t until he heard a young actress in an in-flight movie mention wanting to honeymoon in the area that he realized the valley was becoming a special destination. “I made up my mind that I would spread the word in Japan about how wonderful Napa Valley is.” Jun and his wife, Michiko, will share a selection of Napa and Sonoma wines at this month’s Nihonbashi Mixer on November 18. More than three decades after that first visit, Jun and Michiko operate Napa Office.US, an importer specializing in California wines. Michiko continues to study wine and

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specializes in introducing Japanese customers to their portfolio. Jun enjoys sharing the area’s beauty as well. As a journalist and author, he has written books on Napa and Sonoma. In September, he released Napa Valley & Sonoma: A Jun Hamamoto Photo Book. Published by Sekaibunkasha, the ¥3,300 book documents his long history of visiting the region. Jun says that the decision to import a wine rests on several factors. Regardless of whether the wine is known in Japan, above all, it must be good. Meeting the owner or staff, touring the cellar, tasting the wines, and walking the vineyards also play important roles in the selection process. Sincerity counts, too. Some of the couple’s early finds have since become well known, such as Sonoma’s MacRostie Winery. Changes around Napa, particularly in how wineries cater to visitors, have really stood out to Jun. Gone are the

days of free wine tastings; now a few glasses with canapés can cost more than $150 a person. He points the finger at “too much wine tourism” as the cause. Still, he credits the region with creating the model upon which other New World wine regions have become successful. Sonoma, in contrast, balances wine tourism with “good American local agricultural life,” Jun explains, noting that young winemakers of modest means have room to grow and make their own good wine there. Jun also feels kinship with Sonoma in particular, pointing to Kanaye Nagasawa. Among the first Japanese to settle permanently in the United States, Nagasawa was a prominent winemaker in the late 1800s who built Sonoma’s Fountaingrove estate into one of California’s leading wine producers. He has been likened to Robert Mondavi and dubbed the © JUN HAMAMOTO Wine King of California. Betty Carr, born Michiko Kameshima in Nagoya in 1931, founded Sonoma’s Mom’s Apple Pie. Jun credits her for showing how Japanese people have contributed to the region’s food and business culture. As for why Napa and Sonoma continue to produce excellent wines, Jun cites outstanding terroir, international winemakers competing under rules looser than France’s, and wealthy Silicon Valley gourmets willing to pay for quality. His photo book is the culmination of 25 years spent observing Napa and Sonoma. Famed winery Opus One graces the cover. On the morning he shot it, the weather and light were unlike anything he had seen before. “I stopped my car and was absorbed in pushing the shutter button over and over.” Photographs from the book will be on display in Muromachi Lounge during the Mixer, which will feature five red and three white wines, including the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from 1881 Napa, a 2018 Zialena Alexander Valley Zinfandel, and a Sonoma Mountain dry Riesling from Kara Marie Ra Ra Wine Co. Jun hopes that beyond the tasting, Members will pick up the book and open it at home beside a glass of wine. When you are busy or going through hard times, he says, you can take “a small trip of the mind” through its pages and find some peace. “If Members can feel the wind or smell the air of Napa and Sonoma with my photo book,” he says, “they can enjoy our wine as if they were there.”

Nihonbashi Mixer: Napa Valley & Sonoma Wines • November 18 • 6–7:30pm • Muromachi Lounge • ¥3,000 (walk-ins ¥3,500); guests ¥4,000 (walk-ins ¥4,500) • Ages 20 & above • Limit two guests per Member • Sign up online

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STUDY IN W H I T E

Member Yusuke Kanaumi explores the subtle differences that make Chardonnay one of the world’s most versatile wines. WORDS C BRYAN JONES IMAGE KAYO YAMAWAKI

Growing up in a Tokyo home where beer was the

drink of choice, Yusuke Kanaumi’s understanding of wine went about as far as “red” and “white.” So when the Club Member enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America in 2013 to pursue a career as a chef, wine was barely on his radar. The curriculum, however, included a mandatory threeweek wine course, and the very first day changed everything. “We tasted six white wines that looked almost identical in the glass,” he recalls. “As we worked through their aromas and flavors, the differences astonished me. I realized how much knowledge sits behind a single bottle. I was hooked.” As Kanaumi prepares to lead the first in a series of wine education events for Members, the DipWSET wine expert shares his journey with INTOUCH.

How did living and working in Burgundy shape the way you understand Chardonnay?

Studying at the Burgundy School of Business in Dijon meant being immersed in the Burgundian way of life. Winery visits were part of the curriculum, and we spent evenings in the region’s wine bars. That’s where I discovered smaller producers making some of the most exciting Chardonnays I’d ever tasted. At Maison Louis Jadot, I interned in the export department, covering Asian markets with a focus on Japan. Jadot is one of Burgundy’s largest négociants and produces more than 200 wines from across the region. Tasting so many Chardonnays side by side opened my eyes to the subtle ways terroir shapes a wine. What makes Chardonnay particularly useful for teaching?

Chardonnay is one of the world’s most recognizable grape varieties, making it an ideal starting point for anyone beginning their wine journey. I like to think of Chardonnay as a blank canvas. Climate,

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viticulture, and winemaking each add their own colors, so wines from neighboring vineyards can turn out remarkably different. Because the grape itself is relatively neutral, it’s easier to isolate individual factors and see how each shapes the finished wine. What do you hope Members will notice as they taste the wines side by side at this month’s event?

Chardonnay covers an incredibly wide spectrum of aromas and flavors. We’ll begin with wines that show two important influences on style: climate (warm versus cool) and winemaking, specifically oaked versus unoaked. These are classic comparisons used in virtually every wine certification course. More than anything, I’d like Members to find the style they enjoy most and understand why. They can then bring that same confidence to other grapes and regions. When comparing Chardonnays, which characteristics reveal their origin?

Fruit character and acidity are two of the most telling. Chardonnay from cooler climates tends to show fresher, crisper fruit—such as green apple, lemon, and green pear—along with higher, mouthwatering acidity. Warmer climates produce riper notes like red apple, Meyer lemon, and ripe yellow pear, with softer, rounder acidity as grapes lose acidity in the heat. What misconceptions about Chardonnay do you most enjoy challenging through your tastings?

Some people dismiss Chardonnay as a “boring” grape because it’s aromatically neutral. I see that neutrality as its greatest strength: it lets terroir shine through and adds dimension and complexity. Once you start noticing the subtle differences between

Chardonnays and understanding what causes them, you appreciate the grape’s versatility. That carries over to the table, too. Chardonnay alone can pair with a remarkably wide range of dishes. Has experiencing wine from so many perspectives—chef, sommelier, vineyard worker, the commercial side— changed the way you teach?

Absolutely. Perspective changes everything. It teaches you what truly matters. Learning from a textbook is one thing, but being there and doing the work yourself gives you a different set of tools. It has also made me better at tailoring what I share. As a sommelier, I wouldn’t usually talk to restaurant guests about pruning styles in the Rhône Valley. For vineyard workers and students preparing for certification exams, however, that’s essential knowledge. This is the Club’s first event in a series centered on individual grape varieties. What do you hope Members will take away from this comparative tasting?

We chose Chardonnay to open the series because it’s recognizable and versatile, and almost everyone has an

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opinion about it. The key is discovering the style you love and feeling confident seeking it out, whether you’re browsing a wine shop or ordering at a restaurant. I hope Members leave curious to learn more about Chardonnay and that it becomes a gateway to other grapes. After all, there are more than 10,000 grape varieties out there to explore.

Discover Chardonnay: A Wine Education Experience • November 10 • 6:30–8pm • Prime 51 Lounge • ¥7,000 (guests ¥9,000) • Ages 20 & above • Limit one guest per Member • Sign up online

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LOCAL MATTERS

This year’s Board of Governors candidates share their hopes and aims for the Club community. WORDS C BRYAN JONES IMAGES KAYO YAMAWAKI

Nearly 200 years ago, when America was but a fledgling republic, French diplomat, philosopher, and historian Alexis de Tocqueville traveled across the United States to understand what made its democracy work. As he made his way by steamboat down the Mississippi River to New Orleans and rode a stagecoach back to New York, he noted that it was the participation of local communities that set the nation apart from others. In his 1835 book Democracy in America, he wrote, “Town-meetings are to liberty what primary schools are to science; they bring it within the people’s reach.” For Members, that local community is the Club itself, and exercising your democratic right is key to building the community you want. Before the polls close at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 17, Voting Members must choose from a slate of 13 candidates (listed on these pages), with up to five Americans, one Japanese, and one “other nationality” candidate to be elected. Online voting runs through November 16. Voting Members can still vote in person during the first 15 minutes of the AGM on November 17. Opportunities to meet the candidates have been announced on the Club website. At the close of the annual meeting, the new Board will convene to select a representative governor and other officers of its executive committee. Annual General Meeting • November 17 • 6:30pm • New York Ballroom

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Self-nominate

Chelsea Binns

Luca Costa

Ramy Elsabee

Joined the Club: 2022

Joined the Club: 2023

Joined the Club: 2025

“I am a tenured professor; author; and security, fraud, and investigations expert with extensive leadership experience. I serve on the World Association of Detectives Board of Directors and the Club’s House Committee. I hope to bring practical solutions, analytical thinking, and a Member-focused perspective to help the Club continue to thrive.”

“The Club is a stronger brand than the way it sells itself. Events sell out, sponsors want in—yet Members keep paying more. I’d fund a better Club through sponsorship and new Members, not by billing the ones we have. And I’d listen to how Members actually use it.”

“The Club has become an important part of my family’s life in Tokyo. As an active Member and global business leader, I care about the Club and want to help make it even better. I would bring a fresh perspective, practical experience, and a commitment to meaningful change that improves the experience for all Members.”

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Self-nominate

David Hackett

Justin Negron

Kallan Resnick

Edward J. Rogers

Nathan Schmidt

Joined the Club: 2011

Joined the Club: 2019

Joined the Club: 2023

Joined the Club: 2001

Joined the Club: 2010

“I love our Club. We need to secure its long-term future in a changing world. With experience on the Board and committees, and real-world leadership roles in companies large and small, I want to help us get there, to be the best place for our Members and families.”

“The Club’s greatest strength is its people. I want to connect Members, staff, and management around a shared vision that strengthens community and Member experience, supports strong execution, and prepares the Club for the future through pragmatic decisions grounded in data, Member feedback, and long-term sustainability.”

“I am inspired to serve on the Board to oversee the Club’s realization of the long-range planning survey. The Club is a unique and distinct institution: home for the American community in Tokyo, focusing on family and business. I will help the Board and committees prioritize Member interests and deliver a consistent experience across the Club.”

“The Club’s Board of Governors must adapt our business model to the post2008/2011 economic realities. We must do this through clear and open dialogue with Members, while maintaining our unique position and brand at a time when there are more and more competing options in Tokyo for individual services (e.g., dining, gyms).”

“The Club needs to find new ways to deliver stronger value to Members. A passive approach is ineffective. Since 2012, I have developed strong working relationships with both our management and many Members who actively participate in the Club’s governance. I will help to find solutions and implement them.”

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Self-nominate

Jim Weisser

Martin Zotta

Hiroshi Miyamasu

Neil Bevan

Matthew Tappenden

Joined the Club: 2012

Joined the Club: 2015

Joined the Club: 2010

Joined the Club: 2004

Joined the Club: 2012

“I joined the Club in 2012 because that’s where my friends were. I’m around most days, either in the gym or the bar, sometimes both. As a serial entrepreneur and BDTI-certified director, I want a business- and familyfriendly Club, whether you’ve been here 20 years or 20 days.”

“I want to help the Club continue to grow and prosper while remaining financially strong and delivering real value for Members. Having served on Club committees for several years, I hope to build on that experience and enhance how all Members use and enjoy the Club, including our families and younger Members.”

“I will bring my experience as a past Club treasurer, local CFO of Amazon, CEO of Clarks, and a CPA to establish long-range planning and adapt to the environment (e.g., aging society, rising costs) as well as to the Club’s unique needs (e.g., capacity, business center), and strengthen financials, quality of services, and Member satisfaction.”

“As a long-standing, active Member with extensive leadership, HR, and business experience, I aim to strengthen family membership, attract younger professionals, and improve communication between Members and the Board, bringing an independent, practical, and Member-focused perspective to support the Club’s vibrant and sustainable future.”

“It has genuinely been an incredible privilege to serve the Club community as chair of the Culture, Community & Entertainment Committee over the past four years. I believe many challenges lie ahead, however, and I am seeking election because there remain improvements that we can make ‘operationally,’ as well as opportunities for Club growth.”

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Vulnerable children and families will benefit from Member purchases through this year’s International Bazaar. WORDS CHRIS O’NEAL

The Club’s artisan marketplace returns

November 8 to 10 with 50 vendors offering delights ranging from handmade ornaments to artisanal hot sauce. The extraordinary variety transforms the New York Ballroom into a one-stop shop for everyone on your list. But what many people don’t realize is that every purchase also supports children and families facing serious challenges in Japan. A portion of every sale goes to four charity recipients chosen by the Club’s Connections group. This year, the common goal is helping children thrive.

Makers benefit, too. Many vendors have returned year after year. Thirteen are new. Several sell only at markets and events. For Members hunting something that can’t be found online, the charm is in shopping face-to-face. The search for charities to support begins two years before opening day. Connections President Christa Wallington says charities are often selected after Members recommend them or the organizations reach out. Charities are “vetted to the max,” Wallington says. Connections members visit charities when possible, and candidate organizations are required to submit certified financial results and a certificate confirming they are a nonprofit or a charity. The Connections board then reviews the final vetted list for discussion and approval. Connections donates 20 percent of vendor sales after deducting expenses, according to Kuniko Weeks, the group’s charities committee director. Last year, that came to about ¥3.25 million. “It’s the biggest single event,” Wallington says. “We encourage people to buy more because, first of all, it’s things they can’t find on the internet, plus it’s shopping for a cause.”

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community charity This year’s four recipients all work to help children, from operating shelters to assisting in reaching their educational goals. EDGE works toward a society where people with dyslexia can live vibrant, fulfilling lives. Children with learning disabilities, primarily dyslexia, often struggle in classrooms built around reading and writing, so EDGE— each letter in the name represents an aspect of life with dyslexia—connects them with successful adults who share the condition. To date, the organization has held three art competitions where children can show their strengths. The Family Problems Information Center, or FPIC, supports families through separation and divorce, offering counseling and mediation in collaboration with family courts. Its parent–child contact program provides a playroom stocked with toys and books where children can maintain a relationship with the parent who is now outside their home. Kidsdoor supports children from low-income households through free tutoring and learning spaces. Its English Drive program offers free language instruction to fifth- through 12th-graders. The organization also offers mentoring to foster a lifelong love of learning. Weeks wanted this year’s list to include a shelter and added Carillon Children Center after a visit. The Center operates independent-living homes for abused and runaway teenagers aged 12 to 19, providing counseling, legal assistance, and livelihood support until they are ready to return to school or start work. “It is important that there are people like them to carry on this job,” Weeks says of the Carillon staff. In past years, Members have toured homes built for families of hospitalized children and helped hand out supplies to people in need. Laurel Stack, co-chair of the Club’s Fundraising Committee, recalls visiting a homeless shelter last fall. “I couldn’t believe what a shoestring budget they are operating on,” she says. “I believe most charities are the same, where any tiny bit of money that they get is appreciated and stretched to the max.” Connections Vice President Blanka Kobayashi explains that helping the vendors is also a goal. “You’re supporting local artists, real people who you probably otherwise would not find.”

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT:

TREASURES OF THE EARTH

Clara Nakazato has collected Arita porcelain for more than two decades. After attending the Bazaar as a guest for nearly a decade, she joined as a vendor 15 years ago, encouraged by friends to share her passion for Arita artisans with a wider audience. Her collection centers on sometsuke, the traditional blue-and-white style, from kilns in the Kyushu town of Arita, with plates, bowls, sake cups, and teacups. Many pieces, she says, are not widely exported. “I have enjoyed meeting people from many different backgrounds and introducing them to the beauty of Japanese porcelain.”

New vendors this year present a range of products from skin care to Egyptian tapestries. Returning vendors include Treasures of the Earth, which has sold porcelain and ceramics at the Bazaar for more than 15 years. The Handmade Edit pairs Indian textiles with modern, wearable clothing, and Gold-Knot combines Kanazawa gold leaf with European tatting lace in delicate jewelry. Swirl pours Italian wines, and Hot Sauce Bar stocks sauces from around the world and offers samples to taste and compare. Wallington invites Members to explore a world of gifts and help the Club offer a future of hope. “Now that times are getting really hard, if you can afford to buy gifts and go to the Bazaar, you’re not only shopping for yourself, you’re shopping for others.”

International Bazaar • November 8–10 • New York Ballroom & Brooklyn rooms • Open to the public • Details online

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hen Member MargretAnn Natsis learned she had won an alli n c l u s i v e e s c a p e to Haimurubushi Resor t on Kohama Island, she was thrilled. The Club giveaway prize, a three-night stay for two, meant deciding whether to bring her husband or one of her three children with her to Okinawa. Her three-year-old daughter, Frankie, won out. “I’m going to be telling her for the rest of her life that her first girls’ trip was to a really nice resort,” Natsis says. A ferry from Ishigaki and a private chauffeur from the port brought the pair to their private paradise. “I really felt like we were in the middle of nowhere on this untouched, tropical island,” Natsis explains. Their villa, replete with a patio and refreshment station, overlooked the ocean. Wild peacocks wandered through the backyard, and the air smelled of tropical flowers and fresh sea breeze, Natsis recalls. Going from pool to beach and back again became their routine, she adds. Haimurubushi has three pools, including an infinity pool, which Frankie would have stayed in all day if allowed. The two also rented bikes to circle the island, and the kids’ room was a welcome bonus. Mornings began at The

Buffet for breakfast, which Frankie loved, and dinner was at The Steak & Grill, home of exceptional garlic rice. For Natsis, the highlight of the stay was a snorkeling trip with a stop at the “phantom island,” a sandbar that only appears at low tide. Frankie was timid about the water until the guide scooped up a clown fish in a clear cup so she could see it up close before returning it to the sea. “It was really sweet that he wanted to include her,” Natsis says, adding that Frankie was awed by the turquoise blue of the water and the vibrant colors beneath the surface.

Kohama lies within Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, Japan’s first certified International Dark Sky Place. The resort offers evenings with a certified stargazer who points out constellations and shares what they meant long ago. “When it’s kind of quiet, and you’re sitting out there, it’s overwhelmingly peaceful,” Natsis says. She was surprised by how many families were staying at the resort, but thinks that it would be a great place for a honeymoon, too. “It was magical, luxurious. I truly felt like I was on vacation every moment.”

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community highlights

September 11 Caymus and Wagner Family Wine Dinner The history behind some of California’s most celebrated wines came to life during an outstanding meal at Prime 51. IMAGES YUUKI IDE

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September 12 Community Disaster Awareness Day First responders from Azabu Fire Station hosted a family-focused afternoon of lifesaving tips and demonstrations. IMAGES YUUKI IDE

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September 17 Comedy Night with Yurié Collins The Queen of Kanto tickled the Club’s funny bone with an evening of laugh-out-loud jokes and stories. IMAGES YUUKI IDE

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Career Adjustment

For Member Ariel Thorpe, it was a hard fall that landed her right where she wanted to be. IMAGE KAYO YAMAWAKI

Ariel Thorpe

When I was in my twenties, I was working on Wall

Street. I would commute back and forth by bicycle from Brooklyn. My route took me across the Brooklyn Bridge, which I really enjoyed. What I did not enjoy was hitting a curb one day and flipping over the handlebars. I landed smack straight on the front of my body. The crash was really bad. I could barely walk. I told my mom about it and she said, “Go see a chiropractor.” So I did. The chiropractor said that she could help with the injury, but also explained that chiropractic really focuses on helping the entire spine move better so that the nervous system can communicate better. I thought, well, that makes perfect sense. Why did nobody ever tell me this before? Sure enough, after two or three adjustments, my pelvis was back to feeling good and I could walk normally again. I continued to get adjusted because I felt it was good for my body in general. Then I started to notice that I wasn’t getting menstrual cramps anymore and I wasn’t getting sick as often. It just so happened that, at the time of the crash, I had begun thinking about my job on Wall Street and how I did not like it. I needed to be doing something that was going to help people and not hurt people. I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do, and one day I was at the chiropractor watching them adjust. I thought, “I can do that.”

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I come from a healthcare family. My grandfather was a medical doctor, and there are two nurses on that side of the family as well. I decided to consider medicine myself. I kept coming back to this idea of wanting to do something holistic and not drugs, not surgery. So I enrolled in chiropractic school. As you start learning how to adjust people, you see the effects. When somebody tells you that their life changed because of what you did to help them, it’s like, whoa! And you just want to do that for more people. As I continued through school, I made it a point to get adjusted by good practicing chiropractors. One very cool thing about going to school near San Francisco is that there are a lot of excellent chiropractors in the Bay Area. I got to receive care from people who were bringing in a lot of different sides to chiropractic. It informed my current practice. I also noticed that my athletic performance improved after I started receiving regular adjustments. Despite the trauma of the crash, I remain an avid cyclist. I also love trail running. I make regular use of the Club’s Fitness Center and Functional Fitness Room—you may see me doing handstands in there—to keep myself in shape and feeling great. And when I can help others feel their best, I know I’ve found what I was looking for back on Wall Street. I never imagined that crashing my bike would lead me to a career I find so rewarding. As told to INTOUCH’s C Bryan Jones.

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Azabudai Hills Residence B

for those who appreciate the finest details of city life. With a 24-hour bilingual concierge, twice-weekly housekeeping, complimentary breakfast at the resident lounge with panoramic views, and exclusive access to the gym, study, and theater room—all seamless, all ready for your arrival. www.moriliving.com

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The essence of urban living

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