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The Class of 2020 smiling brightly for their graduation photo! (Via ISSH Reflections 2019-20)

“We weren’t able to say our goodbyes.”

Young carers manage extensive caregiving and housework while also handling their schoolwork and personal life. Photo credit: Haruka. L (‘27)

Is there an end to a caregiving role for young carers? A life-long question for young carers in Japan

Mori Building introduces Tokyo to urban evolution

Mori Building introduces Tokyo to urban evolution

There are a large variety of different types of bicycles used by over 100 million cyclists in Japan.

Cycling fines double in Japan with new laws

Ms Bae prepares the MS/HS orchestra for the upcoming Christmas Concert. Image credit: Yuki K

From Seisen to the USA, and then to Sacred Heart: Jisoo Bae connects students through music

It is undeniable that there will be another pandemic that will ravage humanity.

The unwanted sequel: predicting the next pandemic

Does it matter if motivations behind charity are incentive-driven?

Does it matter if motivations behind charity are incentive-driven?

“Israelism” poster. Image Credit: Tikkun Olam Films

‘Israelism’: Are young Jewish Americans taught to glorify Israel?

Should international students care about Project 2025?

Should international students care about Project 2025?

Japan is widely regarded as a safe nation, but this perception masks a deeper issue: the country’s intolerance towards those who are simply different from Japanese mainstream society.

Japan must accept refugees, not create them

Media lacked multi-dimensional queer characters, representing to ‘check diversity boxes’

Photo by James A. Molnar on Unsplash

Have we moved past the gay best friend?

“A Beautiful Mind” tells the story of John Nash, a mathematician who suffered from schizophrenia. Despite receiving some criticism, it is seen as one of the films with a more accurate representation of individuals with schizophrenia. Image credit: imbd.com

Films affect how society perceives individuals living with schizophrenia

Laurel Hubbard competing in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

The International Olympics Committee (IOC) should stand by LGBTQ+athletes

Simone Biles competing in the Women’s Balance Beam in Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

What the 2020 Olympics taught us about the impact that mental health can have on athletes

Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices

Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices

The main building of the HYBE company, one of the top three companies in the K-Pop industry in Seoul.

What is worth sacrificing for the pursuit of stardom?

Sacrifice for Paraiso: The Cost of History

Sacrifice for Paraiso: The Cost of History

Image credit: @aubrey.club.house on Instagram

Aubrey House’s Acai Bowls: Tokyo’s Hidden Gem

Frank Ocean’s 2016 album cover, “Blonde.” (Image credit: Blonded.co)

Frank Ocean’s last album, should stay his last

Ethel Cain’s studio album, “Preacher's Daughter”. Image credit: Ethel Cain Youtube channel

Unveiling the southern gothic: how Ethel Cain’s “Preacher’s Daughter” transcends genre and personal narrative

One day left: what would you do?

One day left: what would you do?

‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor

‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor

‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America

‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America

Jandy Nelson's 'I'll Give You the Sun'

Jandy Nelson’s ‘I’ll Give You the Sun’

Harvey Weinstein being escorted out of the courtroom after the jury found him guilty of rape and sexual assault on February, 24, 2020.

Harvey Weinstein: a dark truth behind a powerful man

The best of Cezars Kitchen

The best of Cezars Kitchen

Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection

Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection

Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo

Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo

From trend to neglect

From trend to neglect

Got some change? Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!

Got some change? Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!

The best of Cezars Kitchen

The best of Cezars Kitchen

Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection

Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection

Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo

Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo

Circular economy is a way to recreate the supply chain and create a sustainable economy.

elab promotes sustainability through “the power of food”

Photo credit: Prasha S.

Coffee beyond Starbucks

Ms Bae prepares the MS/HS orchestra for the upcoming Christmas Concert. Image credit: Yuki K

From Seisen to the USA, and then to Sacred Heart: Jisoo Bae connects students through music

Nana Pearson on the beach at La Jolla, CA, 2017.

Thank you, Nana

Headmistress Hayes

Headmistress Hayes

Along with immense heat waves, torrential rain also affected Gahtal, India.
Image credit: Samir Mondal on Facebook

Hits and Misses 2024: Climate extremes around the globe

This year, FX’s 2024 television series Shōgun received critical acclaim and widespread recognition, breaking the record for the number of Emmys won by a show in one year (18).
Image credit: Goodfon.com

Hits and Misses 2024: Shōgun wins 18 Emmy awards

Paper cranes left by school students at the Hiroshima Peace Park as a symbol for recovery and a way to spread peace and hope around Japan.
Image credit: Aya. N ('25)

Hits and Misses 2024: Nihon Hidankyo receives the Nobel Peace Prize

From a historic $700 million contract to groundbreaking achievements and surprise personal announcements, discover how Japanese baseball phenomenon Shohei Ohtani became 2024's most talked-about athlete both on and off the field

Credit: Dodgers via Ohtani’s Instagram

Hits and Misses 2024: Shohei Ohtani

Hits and Misses 2024: The rise of podcasts

Hits and Misses 2024: The rise of podcasts

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Hits and Misses 2024

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One World Day in a bite

Sacred Heart had their annual One World Day with the theme, Munchies of the Countries.

Megu J (11)
February 11, 2016

Gallery • 6 Photos

The two girls wait to represent their country, Denmark, in the Parade Of Nations.

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Hits and Misses 2024

Along with immense heat waves, torrential rain also affected Gahtal, India.
Image credit: Samir Mondal on Facebook

Hits and Misses 2024: Climate extremes around the globe

This year, FX’s 2024 television series Shōgun received critical acclaim and widespread recognition, breaking the record for the number of Emmys won by a show in one year (18).
Image credit: Goodfon.com

Hits and Misses 2024: Shōgun wins 18 Emmy awards

Paper cranes left by school students at the Hiroshima Peace Park as a symbol for recovery and a way to spread peace and hope around Japan.
Image credit: Aya. N ('25)

Hits and Misses 2024: Nihon Hidankyo receives the Nobel Peace Prize

From a historic $700 million contract to groundbreaking achievements and surprise personal announcements, discover how Japanese baseball phenomenon Shohei Ohtani became 2024's most talked-about athlete both on and off the field

Credit: Dodgers via Ohtani’s Instagram

Hits and Misses 2024: Shohei Ohtani

Hits and Misses 2024: The rise of podcasts

Hits and Misses 2024: The rise of podcasts

Standout female athlete and all time NCAA scorer Caitlin Clark has drawn millions of viewers to women’s basketball, significantly growing the impact of NCAA Women’s Basketball as well as the WNBA.
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons

Hits and Misses 2024: Women’s sports finally gain the spotlight

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"We weren’t able to say our goodbyes."

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Does it matter if motivations behind charity are incentive-driven?

Online databases with information all in one place is leading to physical books being used less.

The uncertain future of libraries in the digital age

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