Ceremony to Present the National Honor Award
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Photograph of the Prime Minister presenting the certificate of commendation
Photograph of the Prime Minister presenting a shield
Photograph of the Prime Minister presenting a commemorative gift
Photograph of the commemorative photograph session
The award was presented to commend Mr. Morishige's various activities that he conducted over many years at the forefront of the entertainment scene in Japan, and many acts and songs he excellently performed for films, plays, and radio and TV programs loved by a wide range of people, filling the people's hearts with dreams, hope, and joy.
The National Honor Award was established in August 1977 to honor those persons, respected by a broad spectrum of the people, whose distinguished accomplishments have brought the light of hope to society. Mr. Morishige has become the 18th award winner.