The recipients of this year's "Spring Medal" have been announced, and a total of 4034 people who have made achievements in various fields will receive the award.
This year's "Spring Medal" is awarded to
▽ "Kirihana Daihosho" by 1 person
▽ "Asahi Sun Daihosho" by 11 people
▽ "Ruiho Daihosho" by 4 people.
In addition
, ▽ "Order of the Rising Sun" and "Order of the Rising Sun" are 47 people in total
▽ "Order of the Rising Sun" and "Order of the Rising Sun" are 352 people in total
▽ "Order of the Rising Sun" and "Order of the Rising Sun" The total number is 4034
, including 846
.
Of these,
▽ private recipients accounted for 1862, accounting for 46.2% of the total, and
▽ female recipients, 453, accounted for 11.2% of the total
, the highest since the fall of 2003 when the current system was established. There are many.
"Kirihana Daihosho" will
be received by Mr. Bunmei Ibuki, the former chairman of the House of Representatives.
"Asahi Sun Daihosho" is
▽ Former Minister of National Strategy Satoshi Arai
▽ Former Minister of the Environment Ichiro Kamoshita ▽ Former
Deputy Minister of the Environment Kazuhiro Sugita ▽ Former
President of "Yamato Securities" Shigeharu Suzuki
▽ Former Mr. Naoichi Takemoto, Minister of IT
▽ Mr. Naoki Tanaka, Former Minister of Defense ▽
Mr. Makiko Tanaka, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs ▽
Mr. Takashi Tanihata, Former Deputy Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare ▽
Mr. Takeshi Noda, Former Minister of Autonomy
▽ Judge of the Supreme Court Keiichi Hayashi
▽ Former Minister of the Environment Koichi Yamamoto will receive the award.
"Ruiho Daihosho" is
▽ Nahomi Ichimiya, the former president of the National Personnel Authority
▽ Former Prosecutor General Kotaro Ohno ▽ Former
Chamberlain of Japan Nobutake Odano ▽ Former
Cabinet Legislation Bureau Secretary Yusuke Yokobatake will receive the award.
" Order of the Rising Sun Shigemitsu" will be received by Mr.
Yoshihiro Katayama, former Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications, and
Mr. Shunichi Tanaka, who was the first chairman of the Nuclear Regulation Authority.
"Order of the Rising Sun" will be awarded by
Shinichiro Ikebe, a composer who has worked on numerous musical works in movies and TV dramas, and
Yukitsuna Sasaki, a poet known for his powerful style.
"Order of the Rising Sun" is
received by Kaori Momoi, an actor who is known for her high acting ability and has been active in many movies and TV dramas such as the movie "The Yellow Handkerchief of Happiness".
In addition
, 112 foreigners from 59 countries and regions will receive the "Asahi Sun Grand Cordon", including the former Ambassador to Japan Ruth of the United States.
The honorary ceremony and communication ceremony will be held from May 10th.
■ Order of the Paulownia
Bunmei Ibuki
Bunmei Ibuki, who receives the Order of the Paulownia Flowers, is 84 years old.
Since he was first elected in the House of Representatives election in 1983 after working for the former Ministry of Finance, he has been elected 12 times in a row, and has served as Minister of Finance, Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, and Secretary General of the LDP.
He served as the chairman of the House of Representatives for two years from 2012, and worked on the revision of the election system, such as setting up a research committee of experts to discuss the correction of the one-vote disparity as an advisory body to the chairman.
Regarding his life as a member of the Diet, Mr. Ibuki said, "Thanks to the people who have taken care of me so far, I am now. Since I was first elected, I have been working hard on reforming the pension and medical system and how financial resources should be. I was able to act for 38 years without losing the feeling of being in custody. "
On top of that, I expect the younger members of the Diet to say, "I want you to remember the awareness and pride that the only national institution that holds sovereignty is the Diet. I want you to think about Japan in the long run and make decisions. "
Also, as a result of the system review that he worked on, he mentioned that "10 increase 10 decrease" to change the number of single-seat constituencies in the lower house election was decided. However, there is also "equality under the law" in the Constitution. I think there are various opinions, but I would like you to respect them. "
■ Asahi Sun Grand Cordon
Shigeharu Suzuki
Shigeharu Suzuki, who receives the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Asahi, is 75 years old from Kyoto Prefecture.
He served as president for seven years at the Daiwa Securities Group Inc., a major securities company, and then served as chairman. bottom.
He was also the chairman of the Japan Securities Dealers Association and the vice chairman of the Keidanren's Board of Trustees.
Regarding the award, Mr. Suzuki said, "I am honored to be overwhelmed. The securities company had a working style of coming early in the morning and working until late. We have made major reforms to reform work styles and strongly support the active participation of women so that employees can maximize their abilities. "
On top of that, Mr. Suzuki said, "While it has been said" from savings to asset formation ", the ratio of securities to individual financial assets is very low in Japan among developed countries. Everyone involved in securities is a citizen. I strongly hope that by giving appropriate advice and having many young people gain a successful experience of investment, the lives of the people will be enriched. "
Makiko Tanaka
Makiko Tanaka, who receives the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Asahi, is 78 years old.
She is the eldest daughter of the late former Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka, and she was elected for the first time in the 1993 House of Representatives election and served as Director-General of the Science and Technology Agency and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Served.
Mr. Tanaka said, "I have a frank idea that someone like me can give me such a fine chapter. When I say that I will receive a medal, my father will turn over and laugh." "Isn't it?" And smiled.
Looking back on his time as a member of parliament, he said, "I have always kept in mind the legislation of parliamentarians. As a result of my father's efforts to promote the return of orphans remaining in China as aftercare for normalizing diplomatic relations between Japan and China, the legislation became a good legislator. I was pleased by the people concerned. I was glad that I was able to realize some things because I became a member of the Diet with the main focus on how hard I should improve the country by legislation and contribute to world peace. I'm thinking. "
Mr. Tanaka said that he is currently fleeing the military invasion by Russia and is focusing on supporting the Ukrainian people who are staying in Japan. We are taking steps to set up a corporation that supports Ukraine and make it an NPO. Humanitarian support is a lifework. "
John Roos
John Roos, who received the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Asahi, served as the US Ambassador to Japan for four years from 2009.
In an online interview with NHK, Mr. Ruth said, "His life and experience in Japan was wonderful and changed his life. It is a great honor to receive the award."
As an ambassador to Japan, Mr. Ruth has been instrumental in conducting a large-scale support activity "Operation Tomodachi" by 24,000 U.S. military soldiers immediately after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, and dispatched the affected young people to the United States in English. He also led an initiative to deepen the bond between Japan and the United States by having them learn about the culture and culture.
"The people of Tohoku have stood up for reconstruction with amazing strength, but we are proud that we have made a small contribution. The two countries have been strengthening their relationship for many years under the alliance. However, it is clear that the support has deepened the bond. "
On that basis, regarding the future relationship between Japan and the United States, taking as an example the military invasion of Ukraine by Russia, "The relationship between the two countries has become more important than ever. Japan and the United States are the most powerful democratic nations in the world. , We must work closely together to tackle serious issues and further deepen the relationship between the two countries. " I showed my thoughts.
■ Order of the Rising Sun Shigemitsu
Shunichi Tanaka
Shunichi Tanaka, who receives the Order of the Rising Sun, is 77 years old from Fukushima City.
He was an expert in radiation physics and was the deputy director of the Japan Atomic Energy Research Institute and Tokai Research Institute at the time, which was the center of nuclear safety research in the 1999 JCO criticality accident. rice field.
He also served as acting chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission of the Cabinet Office, which formulates Japan's nuclear policy, and also served as chairman of the Atomic Energy Society of Japan.
Mr. Tanaka became the first chairman of the Nuclear Regulation Authority, which was established the following year following the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station of Tokyo Electric Power Company in 2011.
He worked on the rehabilitation of
nuclear
regulations that had lost credibility
. Led the monitoring of.
After his retirement, he has been working in Iitate Village and Futaba Town, Fukushima Prefecture, to give advice on reconstruction plans and to eliminate residents' anxieties about radiation.
Regarding the award, Mr. Tanaka said, "The accident at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant has lowered the social position of nuclear power to the lowest level. The staff of the Regulatory Commission and the Regulatory Agency have worked together to restore trust. Is the result of the efforts of everyone at the Nuclear Regulatory Agency. "
On top of that, Mr. Tanaka said, based on his experience as the head of regulation on nuclear policy, "It is important to have discussions in an open space, but now all Japanese administration is a" secret ". The Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Regulatory Agency. Is an organization independent of power, and has largely overcome the rigorous public discussions such as review meetings. Nuclear policy must also have proper discussions head-on. "
Abbas Araghchi
Abbas Araghchi, an Iranian diplomat and former Deputy Foreign Minister who receives the Order of the Rising Sun, has served as Ambassador to Japan for more than three years since 2008.
After the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, he served as the Iranian embassy in Yamada Town, Iwate Prefecture, and provided support activities such as serving meals to the victims.
Upon receiving the award, Mr. Araghchi commented on NHK, saying, "I am very happy and grateful." "The earthquake, tsunami, and accident at the power plant in Fukushima were a special experience for me. Well-educated Japan. I saw the behavior of these people with my own eyes. I think I can learn a lot from the Japanese people. It was not easy to deliver a hot meal to the disaster area, but I remember. It was a remaining event. "
Regarding future relations between the two countries, he said, "We have a friendly relationship between the two countries, and I am confident that this will continue in the future." I hope that the obstacles by third parties will be removed. " is showing.
■ Order of the Rising Sun
Shinichiro Ikebe
Shinichiro Ikebe, a composer who receives the Order of the Rising Sun, is 78 years old from Mito City.
After he studied composition at Tokyo University of the Arts, he has produced numerous musical works such as symphonies and operas.
He is not limited to classical music, but also
works on movies such as Akira Kurosawa's "Kagemusha" and "Dream",
Hayao Miyazaki's TV animation "Future Boy Conan" ,
and
NHK's taiga dramas and serial TV novels
. I am in charge of.
Also known as the moderator of the NHK program "N Hibiki Hour", he has been focusing on activities to convey the charm of music to many people, and has also been working on training younger generations such as teaching at Tokyo College of Music. I did.
Mr. Ikebe, who was interviewed by the press, said, "I feel like I'm sometimes told to stop and look at myself. Our work can only be artistic through the process of communication. Being able to receive these chapters may mean that someone has accepted and acknowledged my music. If so, I think I've touched at least the final point as a person involved in art. I think. "
After that, "I want to write a song from scratch without being asked by anyone. I have never done it before. It may be a luxury story, but after writing the song myself," Somewhere I'd like to try to find a performance group once. "
Yukitsuna Sasaki
Yukitsuna Sasaki, a poet and Japanese scholar who receives the Asahi Nichinaka Hosho and is an emeritus professor at Waseda University, is 83 years old from Tokyo.
Joined a tanka party at Waseda University, got acquainted with Shuji Terayama and others, and started tanka in earnest. Collected.
His style, which is full of physical sensations based on his own experience of being enthusiastic about sports, such as "Jersey's sweaty ball sideways hugging, I'm a man," has been described as a "male song" and has been awarded the Modern Tanka Poets Association Award. Received numerous awards.
In addition to being the editor-in-chief of the oldest tanka magazine "Kokoro no Hana", he has been teaching at Waseda University for many years and strives to nurture younger generations. There are Manchi and others.
In 2002, he received the Medal with Purple Ribbon for his many years of achievement.
Mr. Sasaki said about this award, "I think that it is a chapter that was given to the poet rather than an individual because I was raised in the world of tanka. I hope that tanka will help attract attention." rice field.
■ Order of the Rising Sun
Kaori Momoi
Kaori Momoi, an actor who receives the Order of the Rising Sun, is 71 years old from Tokyo.
After graduating from high school, he made his debut as an actor in 1971 after working at a youseishisetsu school, and his unique presence and acting ability made him popular in movies and television, including the movie "The Yellow Handkerchief of Happiness" released in 1977. I have appeared in many works.
In the drama "Hanahenro" series broadcast on NHK from 1985, it gained popularity for its impressive role, such as playing the main character woman who survived the turbulent times from the Taisho era to the Showa era.
From around 2005, he moved his base of activities to the United States and appeared in numerous overseas movie works, and after that, he made his debut as a movie director and expanded his range of activities.
About receiving the Order of the Rising Sun, Mr. Momoi, who was interviewed online from Los Angeles, USA, who is currently living, said, "I was living a life full of life just by living with a corona miracle, so I think that such a good thing suddenly happens. I cried because I didn't have it. I felt like I had my back pulled, and it was very lively. I think it was a miracle just by living, so when was my last work as an actor? I would like to treat you with the feeling that it doesn't matter. "