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Arlington Sentinel News – APRIL 23 , 2025
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Arlington Sentinel News en Español
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Peaceful Hiroshima carries the heavy weight of history.
Hiroshima invites us to sit with our grief
Japan is a land easily caricatured and misunderstood. Travelers willing to lean into the discomfort of the unknown can find that Japan is much more than its stereotype.
Beyond cherry blossoms and onigiri
Climbing Mount Fuji became a defining moment in a journey of growth. From left to right, Shuang Gou, Faisal Khan and Hasan Mustafa Rivzi. To see the full image, please click on the photo.
Japan journey becomes pathway to self
While studying abroad in Japan, Kodi Kluck learned that to become the person she was meant to be, she had to abandon her comfort zone. In this photo, Kluck admires the famous floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, Japan. In Japanese, Miyajima translates to "shrine island."
Discomfort leads to personal growth
Arlington's walkability is hampered by sidewalks that come to an abrupt end or the complete absence of sidewalks, according to advocates for greater walkability. In this photo, a sidewalk gives way to grass and uneven footing on North Davis Drive near West Main Street in Arlington, Texas.
Arlington’s walkability challenge
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
The famous Shibuya crossing is a magnet for tourists, but for a person with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, the crowds, lights, traffic and noise can be overstimulating.
Japan can be tough for those with ADHD
The writer, fourth from left, initially felt uncomfortable trying an ancient art technique. But she left with a newfound appreciation of Japanese art history. Pictured from left to right are: Lisa Akindayomi, Haylee Jenkins, Xitlalic Valles, Manhoisiam Tungnung, Chanel Lee and Karissa Chagoya.
Connecting with ancient art form
Swig, a Utah-based soft drink chain, opened a South Arlington location this spring at 1650 W. Interstate 20.
Swig offers Arlington new drink options
An artist's rendering of the large torii gate that marks the entrance to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine offers a peaceful oasis
The famous Shibuya crossing is a magnet for tourists, but for a person with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, the crowds, lights, traffic and noise can be overstimulating.
Japan can be tough for those with ADHD
The writer, fourth from left, initially felt uncomfortable trying an ancient art technique. But she left with a newfound appreciation of Japanese art history. Pictured from left to right are: Lisa Akindayomi, Haylee Jenkins, Xitlalic Valles, Manhoisiam Tungnung, Chanel Lee and Karissa Chagoya.
Connecting with ancient art form
An artist's rendering of the large torii gate that marks the entrance to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine offers a peaceful oasis
Little Texas, a bar in Tokyo's Meguro ward, would look right at home in Arlington, Texas.
An iconic Texas watering hole—in Japan
Eiichi and Kanako Koyanagi, the husband and wife owners of Tsurisuke Kawasaki, outside their tackle shop in Kawasaki, Japan.
Shopping trip turns meaningful
Arlington Downs race track, 1946. Source: J. W. Dunlop Photograph Collection, University of Texas at Arlington Libraries Special Collections.
City was once a mecca for horse racing
Mount Fuji saves some of its steepest climbs leading up to the summit.
Fuji-san continues to lure climbers
The United Football League, or UFL, is now headquartered in Arlington, Texas, at 1401 Nolan Ryan Expressway in the city’s Entertainment District.
UFL doubles down on Arlington
Bicycles locked at a bike rack on the University of Texas at Arlington campus.
City works to improve cycling safety
While tourists to Japan are drawn to the nation's rich cultural traditions and natural beauty, sometimes they just want to experience the familiarity of home and might seek out a gaming arcade. What they'll find is that Japanese gaming is a world away from what they are accustomed to.
Achievements unlocked in Japan
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
Swig, a Utah-based soft drink chain, opened a South Arlington location this spring at 1650 W. Interstate 20.
Swig offers Arlington new drink options
Little Texas, a bar in Tokyo's Meguro ward, would look right at home in Arlington, Texas.
An iconic Texas watering hole—in Japan
Brandon Avaroa, owner and founder of Commodities, said he hopes to build community through his downtown Arlington store.
Connecting through culture and fashion
Truth Vinyl reopened Feb. 27 after closing during the COVID pandemic. The store is located at 300 E. Division St. in Arlington, Texas.
Truth Vinyl back with larger venue
An artist's rendering of the large torii gate that marks the entrance to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine offers a peaceful oasis
Locals and tourists walk through Meiji Jingu on July 14, 2025. The main shrine is found at the end of the path.
The shrine’s whisper, the city’s roar
College students gathered at a recent worship session called The Jungle at Inclusion Coffee in Arlington, Texas. The weekly events are hosted by Fielder Church.
Student-led worship builds community
Mission Arlington serves the needs of the Arlington, Texas, community.
Mission Arlington serves community
The Salvation Army Family Life Center at 712 W. Abram St. in Arlington, Texas, attempts to help homeless families with a six-month stabilization program.
Nonprofits serve area’s unhoused people
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Eiichi and Kanako Koyanagi, the husband and wife owners of Tsurisuke Kawasaki, outside their tackle shop in Kawasaki, Japan.

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Lisa-Marie Akindayomi, Staff Writer
August 1, 2025
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