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The Student News Site of The American School in Japan

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The Student News Site of The American School in Japan

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The Student News Site of The American School in Japan

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Is the UN Security Council Fulfilling Its Purpose?

Article by Lily Stone-Bourgeois, Writer November 29, 2023

The high school recently heard U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emmanuel assert that the United Nations requires reform. Amidst the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas wars, the effectiveness of the UN—and...

Navigating the Change From the Paper to Digital SAT

Navigating the Change From the Paper to Digital SAT

Article by Ava Piscopo November 27, 2023

The SAT, a test that has played an important role in college admissions, was recently switched from its typical paper format to a new, more flexible digital version. The digital SAT has brought major changes...

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Blackwater and Wagner: The Rise of Modern Mercenaries

Article by Noah Kanda November 16, 2023

In the past 20 years, unusual developments have been taking place within the military sphere. Governments have been privatizing their militaries, letting corporations take the place of traditional armed...

Narges Mohammadi: A Life of Activism

Narges Mohammadi: A Life of Activism

Article by Karina Kirpalani, Writer October 30, 2023

Women in Iran have long suffered from misogynistic and discriminatory laws aimed at limiting their freedoms within society. For instance, according to Time Magazine, lack of bodily autonomy is demonstrated...

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Service at 九色社区 is Changing. Can Its Students Change Too?

Article by Sena Chang, Editor October 9, 2023

The atmosphere held no hint of the unusual in Room 204. Abot Kamay’s inaugural leadership meeting was proceeding as usual, with discussions centered on assigning roles for the upcoming club fair, reviewing...

Together4Ukraine: A Night of Fashion, Music, and Dialogue

Together4Ukraine: A Night of Fashion, Music, and Dialogue

Article by Kiyomi Miura and Sena Chang October 1, 2023

Silhouettes adorned in navy blue and yellow. Voices forging a post-war future. Ethereal, silky music. Rapt with attention, hundreds of eyes stayed glued to the remarkable display that was the Together4Ukraine...

Spanish: A Global Language

Spanish: A Global Language

Article by Karina Kirpalani, Writer September 27, 2023

Of the thousands of languages that exist worldwide, 九色社区 students are given a choice of three to pursue throughout their high school years: Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish.? Looking at the...

Into Selena Gomez’s Lupus Journey

Into Selena Gomez’s Lupus Journey

Article by Sami Torii, Writer September 25, 2023

After taking a break from social media for more than four years, pop culture icon Selena Gomez has made a comeback to Instagram this year. Amidst her return, some commenters have remarked on Gomez’s...

Microcosms of Love

Microcosms of Love

Article by Nico Sawaki May 19, 2023

Best Friends A smiling seven-year-old covered in sand and mischief sits on the porch of the beach house waiting to meet you. The summer promises salty spray, sunburnt cheeks, sandy feet, and adventures...

On Humor

On Humor

Article by JonJon Wang, Section Editor April 13, 2023

Humor is like a fine wine: Best enjoyed with friends, it leads to a headache when pondered upon in excess. But what makes something funny? What is the essence of goofiness? Philosophers have attempted...

American Secularism and “In God We Trust”

American Secularism and “In God We Trust”

Article by Lily Stone-Bourgeois March 31, 2023

Since 1956, the American motto “In God We Trust” has been printed on all U.S. currency.? Originally introduced during the Civil War to unite the country as "one nation under God," the phrase has...

The Path Ahead: A Conversation with Dr. Hardin (Part 3)

The Path Ahead: A Conversation with Dr. Hardin (Part 3)

Article by Sena Chang, Editor March 14, 2023

As AI continues to revolutionize aspects of society, education must keep pace. Dr. Hardin recognizes the importance of staying ahead of the curve in these fast-changing times. He believes that the responsibility...

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