News item from Tokyo: Akira Kurosawa, Japan's legendary film director, posthumously received a prestigious award from the government October 1. The People's Honor Award was presented by Prime Minister Keizo Obuchi to Kurosawa's eldest son, Hisao. The award is given to people in Japan who contribute to the arts, entertainment or sports. Only 14 people have received the award since it was established 21 years ago. Kurosawa, who died this past September 6 at age 88, is the first film director to receive this honor.
