On March 20, Binyomin made another trip to Sendai. This time, the trip was made much easier thanks to the help of the authorities, who issued a special vehicle permit. This permit made it possible for Binyomin to drive on the highways leading to Sendai, and to purchase gasoline. Four other international volunteers from Chabad Japan accompanied him on this trip, which brought undergarments, warm clothing, socks, bread, fruits, chocolate, and kerosene to those in need. The shelters now have…

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This week Rabbi Edery returned to Sendai for a second time, together with Mutoh san and other volunteers to help the refugees. The trip itself takes 10 hours as there is no highway now. The situation is very difficult and devastating. Hundreds of thousands of people are sleeping on the floor in huge auditoriums of city halls, including elderly people, women, children. The Relief agencies are struggling to cope with the demand for vital aid packages as their delivery trucks…

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In response to Rabbi Edery’s letter reporting the trip, the Rebbe Melech Hamoshiach blessed the city, and noted that they should make all appropriate efforts regarding the upcoming holiday, Purim, and that especially this year, they should increase their efforts. Upon learning about the fourth reactor fire, and the instructions of the government to a 30 km distance from the reactors, Rabbi Edery once again asked the Rebbe if there any basis to move south of Tokyo. The Rebbe MH”M…

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It is impossible to ignore our Japanese “Mitzva Tank”!, On top of it an elegant menorah is proudly displayed, declaring our Jewish values and hailing the victory of light. Together with our humanitarian efforts, we combine “The Seven Noahide Laws” campaign and distribute materials to residents of Japan, emphasizing that the strengthening of religious practice adds security the entire country. “For now, we continue our activities with the blessing of the Rebbe Shlita. The government has announced that there is…

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