A Day in Japan with President Obama

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Thursday, April 24, 2014             Featured A Day in Japan with President Obama Earlier this week, President Obama arrived in Japan to kick off his fifth trip to Asia during his time in office. While in Tokyo, the President was received at the Imperial Palace by the Emperor and Empress of Japan, held a press conference with Prime Minister Abe, visited students and robots at the Miraikan Science and Youth Expo, and saw the Meiji Shrine. Watch some highlights from the President's time in Japan.       Top Stories Helping Employers Connect to Job-Seeking Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families The First Lady and Dr. Biden announced on Wednesday that companies who have made commitments to Joining Forces have hired over half a million (540,000) veterans and military spouses. READ MORE Tools You Can Use: Earth Day Edition We all have to play a role in forging a healthier, greener and better world for our children -- not just on Earth Day, but every day. Here are some great tools to help you do your part throughout the year by saving energy and increasing energy efficiency at home and on the road. READ MORE On Earth Day, a Commitment to Climate Action On Earth Day, Administration officials joined Americans around the country to talk about our environmental and climate challenges. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 1:45 AM: The President tours the Miraikan Science Expo 2:10 AM: The President delivers remarks at the Miraikan Science Expo and Youth Event 3:05 AM: The President tours the Meiji Shrine 6:00 AM: The President arrives to the Imperial Palace 6:20 AM: The President participates in a receiving line with guests 7:20 AM: The President attends the state dinner with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan 9:00 AM: The President participates in an after-dinner talk 7:30 PM: The Vice President attends an event for Representative Steve Israel   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Did Someone Forward This to You? Sign Up for Email Updates  Privacy Policy  Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111