A memorial for Masumi Watanabe (inset), missing for one year and presumed dead, was held yesterday at Kawaiahao Church. Among the attendees were Watanabe's brothers Ryo (not shown) and Kenya Watanabe; parents Hideichi and Fumiko Watanabe; and translator Mieko Crans.
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