in case you are wondering...

This information was found at Google crisis response. I came across this site 3 hours ago on twitter and noted the Japanese Red Cross Society has an account specifically set up to direct funds 
straight to the affected areas. 


They note 25 US dollars is approx 2,000 yen.

• Japanese Red Cross Society
• International Medical Corps
• Unicef
• Save the Children
• Other ways to help

¥ 
Enter amount in JPY 

2000 yen is approximately 25 US dollars.

All funds received will be sent to the Japanese Red Cross Society donation account and will be distributed directly among those affected by the earthquake and tsunami.