Our friend and favorite chef Sean Benward has passed on this notice from the US Embassy in Tokyo regarding an event where US citizens can direct their questions live via Facebook. The text is as follows:
Message for U.S. Citizens: “Ask the Consul” Facebook Live Event on U.S. Citizen Services - July 20, 2:00pm
Attention, U.S. citizens in Japan! Wondering how to get a new passport for some summer traveling? Not sure how to get a ballot to vote in the midtermscome November? Worried about typhoon season and earthquake preparedness? If you have questions, we have answers! Consular officers from U.S. Embassy Tokyo will be holding an “Ask The Consul” Facebook Live event on 20 July 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Japan Standard Time. Feel free to bring your questions about the American Citizen Services we provide. We look forward to talking with you! Note that we cannot answer or comment about specific cases for privacy reasons. If you’d like send us a question in advance, email [email protected] “Facebook question for July 20” in the subject line. Go to the U.S. Embassy ACS Tokyo Facebook page for more information, to watch and engage!