Author Archives: Laura

What can you do with a BA in Japanese? The Struggles and Successes of Translating Mobile Apps

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Laura

Starting to study Japanese in undergrad or high school, I think a lot of us imagine translating our favorite Japanese video games, anime, and movies. When I started studying Japanese in college I had a vague image of my future … Continue reading →

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3 Best Chat Apps for Practicing Japanese

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Laura

When studying Japanese or any foreign language, everyone knows that practice makes perfect! But it can be hard to stay motivated to practice everyday, especially if you don’t have any Japanese speaking friends available to talk with. Luckily there’s an … Continue reading →

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Volunteer Opportunities: Washington DC National Cherry Blossom Festival Events

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Laura

As many Washingtonians may already know, the National Cherry Blossom Festival of Washington DC will be running this year from March 20th to April 14th and there are still  plenty of events to get involved with for those looking to … Continue reading →

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Funding: Teacher Treks Travel Grant Competition – Chance for Teacher to Travel Abroad This Summer

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Laura

Are you a teacher looking to experience Japan and bring it back to your students? Sponsored by Hilton HHonors and administered by IIE, the Teacher Treks Travel Competition gives teachers the chance to travel abroad this summer to experience foreign … Continue reading →

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2013 JET Memorial Invitation Program (JET-MIP) for U.S. High School Students

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Laura

For junior and senior U.S. High School students currently learning Japanese and interested in furthering their studies of Japan, the JET Memorial Invitation Program (JET-MIP) is preparing for it’s third year of exchange! The program will give 32 students a … Continue reading →

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KCC-JEE High School Essay Contest Program for High School Students of Japanese

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Laura

For all of you high school level Japanese students and teachers, the Kobe College Corporation – Japan Education Exchange (KCC-JEE) essay contest is yet another chance to give young American Japanese learners a study abroad experience! All U.S. high school … Continue reading →

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Volunteer/Internship Opportunity: National Cherry Blossom Festival Goodwill Ambassador Program (Washington DC)

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Laura

The National Cherry Blossom Festival organization is currently recruiting Goodwill Ambassadors to be a part of the spring 2013 cherry blossom festival. This is a great opportunity for university students and recent graduates living in the Washington DC area to … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: World Map Quiz… in Japanese!

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Laura

Ready for a slightly more challenging game than last week’s country quizzes? With all the educational mobile apps and online games these days, you may find yourself knowing more about maps now than you ever knew in eighth grade geography … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Country Quiz

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Laura

Game Design‘s website offers a variety of free flash games, and this country quiz is great for intermediate and advanced students of Japanese! (c)1995-2006 GAMEDESIGN Players are given a choice of three different countries and have to guess which country … Continue reading →

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Getting involved with Japan-America Societies

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Laura

With New Years fast approaching it’s time to forget 2011 and look forward to what next year has to offer. While making your resolutions for 2012 why not use this fresh start as a way to get more involved with … Continue reading →

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