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  Using Sign Language to Assist Elderly People with Dementia
Our Group Home Mizusawa COSMOS service had one specific client with dementia who was deaf and dumb.
Once again, this lady was using sign language to overcome her multiple disabilities.
GH COSMOS in Mizusawa in Northern Honshu opened in April 2000.
www.icms.com.au /ifsw/abstract/624.htm   (416 words)

  
  Mizusawa, Iwate - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Mizusawa (水沢市; -shi) was a city located in Iwate Prefecture, Japan.
On February 20, 2006 the city of Mizusawa merged with the city of Esashi and the municipaltites of Maesawa, Isawa and Koromogawa from Isawa District to form the new city of Oshu.
Mizusawa, Iwate, Merger, Cities in Iwate Prefecture and Dissolved municipalities of Japan.
www.arikah.net /encyclopedia/Mizusawa,_Iwate   (129 words)

  
 Atelier Aterui: Image Index: Mizusawa Ward, Oshu City, Iwate   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Neighboring Mizusawa is Hiraizumi (•½ò) which, during the twelfth century, was the political and cultural center of Eastern Japan.
Mizusawa City (…‘òŽs) was born in April, 1954 with the merger of one town and five villages.
Born in Mizusawa, Makoto Saito (1858-1936) was an admiral and statesman.
p-www.iwate-pu.ac.jp /~acro-ito/Japan_pics/Japan_MZS/imageidx.html   (7131 words)

  
 Houses / homes for sale or for rent in Mizusawa - Vacation Rental   (Site not responding. Last check: )
If you are considering buying real estate in Mizusawa, or anywhere else for that matter, the most widely used method of borrowing the funds to make the purchase is a mortgage.
When renting a home in Mizusawa you are usually limited to the changes/improvements you can make.
In many cases vacation rentals in Mizusawa are offered by the owners of the property but in some instances real estate agents offer vacation rentals in Mizusawa.
www.propertyworld.com /_Japan_Iwate_Mizusawa   (831 words)

  
 HB-101.com - Articles - Grass, Lawn - Maintaining chemical free golf course lawn with HB-101
Following is a report of a chemical free golf course, which keeps numerous of fans among players in Iwate prefecture.
Here are some specific facts to maintain golf course at Mizusawa Green golf club.
Mizusawa Green Golf club is originated as testimonial firm of non-chemical agricultural system in 1987 and re-started later as golf club afterwards.
www.hb-101.com /shop/article_info.php/articles_id/59   (580 words)

  
 National Astronomical Observatory of Japan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) is an astronomical research organisation comprising several facilities in Japan, as well as an observatory in Hawaii.
It was established in 1988 as an amalgamation of three existing research organizations - the Tokyo Observatory of University of Tokyo, Mizusawa Latitude Observatory, and a part of Research Institute of Atmospherics of Nagoya University.
When the national research organisations were again reformed in 2004, NAOJ became a division of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/National_Astronomical_Observatory_of_Japan   (202 words)

  
 Temples in Northern Japan: Kokusekiji (Iwate)
The first and most famous representation is the bronze statue in Yakushiji in Nara, but his popularity also spread to outlying parts of the country.
He can even be found in a small temple on a mountainside in southern Iwate, Kokusekiji.
Kokusekiji, the "Temple of the Black Stones" as the name means, stands near the city of Mizusawa.
www.xs4all.nl /~daikoku/junrei/reijo/32-ban.htm   (850 words)

  
 HandaWeb: Rice Paddy Tales: Internationalization in Mizusawa
Yesterday I went to a city about 45 minutes away called Mizusawa for an international exchange event.
The JETs had gone around to the eight or so elementary schools in Mizusawa giving presentations about the event to all of the sixth grade classes.
All the kids needed to sign up was 250 yen, an o-bento (bag lunch), and the desire to interact and have a great time with a bunch of foreigners.
www.handaweb.com /anthony/rice/mizusawa.html   (1670 words)

  
 Commission V: Earth Tides (1999-2003)
The ETS2000 was held in Mizusawa, Iwate, Japan from August 28 to September 1, 2000.
The Symposium sessions were: Tidal instrumentation; Results of ground based observations; Tidal observations using space techniques; Modeling of solid earth tides and related problems; Atmospheric and oceanic loading effects; Data processing; Superconducting gravimeters; Tidal studies in tectonic active regions; Tides on planet.
On behalf of all participants of the 14th International Symposium on Earth Tides, the ETC thanks the Japanese National Committee for Geodesy, the Science Council of Japan, the Geodetic Society of Japan, the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, the City of Mizusawa and the Iwate Prefecture for their generous support to the Symposium.
www.gfy.ku.dk /~iag/Travaux/html/sec5/CommV.htm   (944 words)

  
 Sander, Mizusawa, Iwate, Japan   (Site not responding. Last check: )
A trip by car of the surroundings of Mizusawa (june 13, 2004)
Pictures from surroundings of Mizusawa (june 25, 2005)
Mizusawa Zattsuaka Matsuri - 1 (august 6, 2005)
www.deos.tudelft.nl /~sander/Japan/index.html   (385 words)

  
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The VERA Mizusawa station is located at the Mizusawa astro-geodynamics observatory (MAO) of NAOJ in Iwate prefecture in the northern part of the Japan main land.
Since the MAO used to be the International Latitude Observatory of Mizusawa, which was one of the key stations for the International Latitude Service, there are many types of observing facilities for geodesy and earth science as well as astronomy.
This imaginary dog, which is often seen on house gates everywhere in Ryukyu-islands, is believed to have magical power to prevent evils from coming in.
veraserver.mtk.nao.ac.jp /VERA/stations-e.htm   (285 words)

  
 2 men sent to prosecutors again in 4 mil. yen theft case Japan Policy & Politics - Find Articles
According to investigations, the two allegedly broke into the office of a construction-related firm in Mizusawa, Iwate Prefecture, around midnight on June 2, broke open the safe and made off with about 4 million yen in cash.
The total damage incurred is believed to be about 100 million yen, they said, adding that investigations are underway to corroborate the two men's claims.
According to the police, the two were arrested June 24 and indicted July 13 mainly on suspicion of attempted theft for breaking into a construction machine sales firm in Yahaba, Iwate Prefecture.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0XPQ/is_2001_July_30/ai_77291736   (282 words)

  
 Christopher Sherman's Spot
I am still an American, I think, but I've lived in Northern Japan for five years now and this website is for those who have an interest in Iwate, Miyagi or Tohoku.
Life is decidedly unhurried in rural Iwate Prefecture.
This is the area's main fault (you have to take the highway bus or train 110 kilometers south, to Sendai, for decent shopping and nightlife)and it's main attraction (close to hiking, skiing, great cycling.
www.geocities.com /higashinakadori   (251 words)

  
 Japan Atlas: Nambu Ironware
The area around Morioka in Iwate Prefecture was known as Nambu in the Edo period (1603-1868).
Nambu Tekki is the traditional ironware that was produced in two areas: in Morioka City and in Mizusawa City to the south.
Casting in Mizusawa, on the other hand, is said to have originated in the 12th century with the making of items used in Buddhist ceremonies and armory.
web-japan.org /atlas/crafts/cra01.html   (304 words)

  
 Deep Earth DIALOG #6
Following the tradition of the first two SEDI symposia, the Mizusawa symposium was marked by a high level of scientific interaction among those in attendance, both during the scientific sessions and at various scheduled (and unscheduled) social events.
A distinctive feature of the Mizusawa symposium was the high level of interest and support provided by the citizens and officials of the City of Mizusawa, Iwate Prefecture and the Commemorative Association for the Japan World Exposition (1970).
In Mizusawa, a meeting between the Canadian and Japanese superconducting gravimeter (SG) teams was held and the state of the Japanese SG operations (with 4 instruments, more than any other country) was revie wed.
minerva.simons-rock.edu /~bergman/sedi/dialog/dial6.htm   (14679 words)

  
 The 14th International Symposium on Earth Tides
About a century ago (in 1899), the International Latitude Observatory of Mizusawa, the predecessor of the Mizusawa Astrogeodynamics Observatory of National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, was founded in this city.
The visiting places tentatively planned are Mizusawa Astrogeodynamics Observatory, a small Iron craft museum in Mizusawa and an old temple "Tyusonji" in Hiraizume near Mizusawa.
The participants, who need to receive an invitation letter from the LOC to apply the travel fund in your country, request it to the LOC by an ordinal mail or e-mail.
www.miz.nao.ac.jp /ets2000/second.html   (2891 words)

  
 Nanbu-tekki Ironware
Nanbu ironware, the best known examples of which are iron kettles used for boiling water, is the local specialty of Iwate Prefecture.
Nanbu ironware was first produced when iron workers were invited from Koshu (now Yamanashi Prefecture) after the seat of governance for this district was moved from the present Hachinohe-shi in Aomori Prefecture to Morioka-shi in Iwate Prefecture, in 1633.
Initially ironwork production here was dominated by cauldrons, however as the tea ceremony grew in popularity, the iron kettle is said to have been created by making these cauldrons smaller and adding a spout and a handle.
www.jnto.go.jp /eng/arrange/attractions/facilities/traditional_handicrafts/83dn3a000000ekf9.html   (169 words)

  
 Japan Directory - Regional/Prefectures/Iwate Prefecture
Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture; location, nature, Miyazawa Kenji, Mirai Toshi Ginga Tetsudo
Mizusawa City, Iwate Prefecture; access, festivals, museums, sightseeing, Shobo Temple
Nishine Town, Iwate Prefecture; Mt. Iwate Yakehashiri, Nishine Onsen Gendel Land, Nanbufuji Country Club
www.jref.com /dir/Regional/Prefectures/Iwate_Prefecture   (384 words)

  
 Send Flowers to Mizusawa, Japan | Flower Delivery Mizusawa, Japan | Florists in Mizusawa, Japan
Our partner florists in Mizusawa are vetted and must meet exacting standards, so a high quality arrangement is assured.
Naturally, whilst we endeavour to be as prompt as possible, due to time differences and distance, delivery confirmations relating to flowers for Mizusawa will not be quite as timely as those confirming delivery of our own bouquets in the UK.
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www.arenaflowers.com /international_flowers/japan/florists-delivery-mizusawa   (471 words)

  
 MIZUSAWA RACECOURSE - Racecourses(Local Governments) - Racecourses & OTBs - Horse Racing in Japan
MIZUSAWA RACECOURSE - Racecourses(Local Governments) - Racecourses and OTBs - Horse Racing in Japan
Inside the track are a grass pitch for soccer and an amusement park where families can enjoy the races at their leisure.
15 minutes from JR Mizusawa Station using the Iwate Transportation Bus to Haneda; get off at the Koyagihashi bus stop.
japanracing.jp /course/n08.html   (150 words)

  
 Mizusawa Industry Corporation
Founded in 1978 through joint investment by Teisan Diecast Industry (currently Metts Corporation) and Iwate Chuki Industry Co., Ltd. to meet the diecasting needs of northern Honshu.
Since 1981, Mizusawa Industry Corporation (MIC) has been fully funded by Teisan Diecast Industry (Metts Corporation).
With an increase in capitalization to 15,000,000 yen MIC entered the field of automobile parts.
www.micin.co.jp /english/index2.html   (374 words)

  
 Mizusawa Travel Guide - Mizusawa Vacations - VirtualTourist.com
Mizusawa Travel Guide - Mizusawa Vacations - VirtualTourist.com
Home » Travel Guides » Asia » Japan » Iwate-ken » Mizusawa
Plan a Mizusawa vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Mizusawa locals.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Asia/Japan/Iwate_ken/Mizusawa-973144/TravelGuide-Mizusawa.html   (261 words)

  
 Japan Miniterm
After spending a weekend with our host families, we arrived back at Mizusawa high school for a day of touring in Iwate.
Unluckily, this was probably one of the coldest, windiest days of our stay in Iwate, and there was a little rain as well, but for many the company of our host students made everything bearable.
NCSSM and Mizusawa High School students after boarding the boat.
www.geocities.com /ncssmjapan/gade.htm   (596 words)

  
 MIZUSAWA GRAND HOTEL 1F Lobby / Tea Lounge Wi-Fi Hotspot - Mizusawa, Iwate
MIZUSAWA GRAND HOTEL 1F Lobby / Tea Lounge Wi-Fi Hotspot - Mizusawa, Iwate
Here are details on the Wi-Fi hotspot at MIZUSAWA GRAND HOTEL 1F Lobby / Tea Lounge, 40 Azumacho, Mizusawa, Iwate, JP,.
MIZUSAWA GRAND HOTEL 1F Lobby / Tea Lounge
usatoday.jiwire.com /wi-fi-wireless-hotspot-mizusawa-iwate-jp-mizusawa-grand-hotel-1f-lobby-tea-lounge-1193598.htm   (78 words)

  
 Mizusawa Travel Tips - Mizusawa Travel Guide - VirtualTourist.com
Mizusawa Travel Tips - Mizusawa Travel Guide - VirtualTourist.com
Home » Travel Guides » Asia » Japan » Iwate-ken » Mizusawa » General Tips
Tips and photos for Mizusawa vacations and tourism, posted by real travelers and Mizusawa locals.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Asia/Japan/Iwate_ken/Mizusawa-973144/General_Tips-Mizusawa-BR-1.html   (106 words)

  
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National Astronomical observatory of Japan, 2-12 Hoshigaoka, Mizusawa, Iwate, 023-0861, Japan
Koji Matsumoto National Astronomical Observatory of Japan 2-12, Hoshigaoka Mizusawa, Iwate 023-0861, Japan.
It is widely accepted that sea ice is an important indicator and a potential forcing mechanism for climate change, especially in the Arctic oceans (Houghton et al, 2001; Rind et al., 1997).
earth.esa.int /cgi-bin/confcry.pl?abstract=135   (420 words)

  
 Japan for Sustainability - Mizusawa City Adopts an Original Environmental Management System
Japan for Sustainability - Mizusawa City Adopts an Original Environmental Management System
Mizusawa City Adopts an Original Environmental Management System
Mizusawa City, Iwate Prefecture in northern Japan, adopted and put into practice an original environmental management system (EMS) in February 2004 as a substitute for an ISO 14001 system.
www.japanfs.org /db/database.cgi?cmd=dp&num=608&UserNum=&Pass=&AdminPass=&dp=data_e.html   (297 words)

  
 MUSIC JAPAN+ -artist database+-
Tetsuya Matsumoto was born in the Mizusawa, Iwate prefecture in 1976.
Due to family circumstances, he lived at an orphange until he was 12 years old.
In 2001, he sang at the coming of age ceremony of Mizusawa.
www.musicjapanplus.jp /artistdb/?action=biography&artist_id=42   (225 words)

  
 The inventory NISSAN FAIRLADY Z HS130 FOR SALE in mizusawa city Iwate ken @ Adpost.com Classifieds > Australia > The ...
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 Mizusawa GSI Site Information
The station is located at the Mizusawa Geodetic Laboratory of theGeographical Survey Institute (GSI).
Currently the site is represented bya metal mark placed in the concrete basement of a transportable antenna of the GSI.
See the station description notes for geodetic ties to other local geodetic stations.
cddis.nasa.gov /sgp_sitecat/mizugsi.html   (85 words)

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