June 24th, 1946
Fiesta of San Juan today—a lot of people must be getting doused up today crossing San Juan bridge, and perhaps even Mandaluyong. At breakfast Osias… Read More »June 24th, 1946
Murata Shōzō
March 30, 1945 — Friday
Early this morning, Tuguegarao was bombed and strafed. The P-51 dive-bombers were strafing with terrifying precision. The Americans probably know we are here. The planes… Read More »March 30, 1945 — Friday
March 23, 1945 — Friday
At 6:55 a.m. the convoy came to a halt. After resting for an hour I went with a Kempeitai to cook rice and boil water… Read More »March 23, 1945 — Friday
October 27, 1943
Our guests were leaving the College, going French style. They took with them all that was theirs and all that was ours. Among the latter… Read More »October 27, 1943
October 20, 1943
The text of the Alliance Treaty between Japan and the new Government was published today. The pact was signed by Ambassador Murata and Mr. Recto… Read More »October 20, 1943
October 14, 1943
From now on, the Philippines is free, sovereign and independent. Japan so proclaimed, and President Laurel so announced. The inauguration was a family affair. Only… Read More »October 14, 1943
December 26 (Saturday), 1942
Rōvama, Sugimura, Suekawa, Ōshima, five deputy members, and Secretary Akiyama gathered at the residence of Mr. Murata. Rōyama made a brief report on progress in… Read More »December 26 (Saturday), 1942
December 10 (Thursday), 1942
Accompanying Royama, called on Hon. Murata Shōzō, chief civil adviser to the Japanese Military Administration. Akiyama Ryu joined us at luncheon at Murata’s residence. In… Read More »December 10 (Thursday), 1942
August 15, 1942
General Homma has left for Japan. His departure was rumored a week ago, and it was one of those rumors which turned out to be… Read More »August 15, 1942