My philosophy is really simple, the lock on my doors are a point of no return for the intruders safety. If you decide to cross the threshold of my door by force, you forfeit any right to worry about the condition you're in after you leave the house in (if you make it out that is).
Today marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks. In honor of those impacted, the Embassy has lowered its flag to half-staff. Japan continues to stand with the United States as an ally and friend.