Author Archives: LM

Job Opening: International Program Advisor, University of New Mexico (2 positions)

Posted on January 12, 2016 by LM

Via JET Wit Jobs mailing list. Employer: University of New Mexico Location: Albuquerque Deadline: Jan. 17, 2016 Education: BA required, MA preferred Department Global Education Office Posting Number: 0833003 Position Summary: The University of New Mexico (UNM) Global Education Office … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: Emperor Hirohito and the Pacific War

Posted on December 27, 2015 by LM

Via University of Washington Press. Emperor Hirohito and the Pacific War NORIKO KAWAMURA paperback not available $34.95 HARDCOVER (9780295995175) ADD TO CART PUBLISHED: November 2015 SUBJECT LISTING: Asian Studies / Japan; History; Biography, Autobiography, and Memoir BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION: 248 pp., … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Gallery Associate, Japan Society

Posted on December 26, 2015 by LM

Employer: Japan Society Location: New York City Posted Dec. 15, 2015 Education: BA required, MA preferred Job description Established in 1907, New York’s Japan Society is an internationally recognized nonprofit, nonpolitical organization that provides access to information on Japan, offers … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Database Administrator, Japan Society

Posted on December 26, 2015 by LM

Employer: Japan Society Location: New York City Posted Dec. 15, 2015 Education: BA required Job description Established in 1907, New York’s Japan Society is an internationally recognized nonprofit, nonpolitical organization that provides access to information on Japan, offers opportunities to … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Officer, Human Rights Watch (Tokyo)

Posted on December 21, 2015 by LM

Employer: Human Rights Watch Location: Tokyo Deadline: 10 January 2016 Education: BA Job description FIXED-TERM JOB VACANCY OFFICER Development and Outreach Department(Tokyo Office) Application Deadline: Development and Outreach Department of Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking an Officer to provide … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Kutaniyaki

Posted on December 18, 2015 by LM

In this video, watch a craftsperson from Kutani Choemon in Nomi-shi, Ishikawa, expertly paint a design on a bowl. Continue reading →

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Job Openings in International Education, Winona State University

Posted on December 15, 2015 by LM

Via JETWit.com jobs mailing list. Institution: Winona State University Location: Winona, MN Position 1: Study Away Coordinator OPENING DATE: 12/07/15 CLOSING DATE: Continuous Education: BA required, MA preferred RESPONSIBILITIES: The Study Away Coordinator is responsible for developing and managing the … Continue reading →

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2nd Annual Bread Loaf Translators’ Conference

Posted on December 14, 2015 by LM

2nd Annual Bread Loaf Translators’ Conference Dates: June 3-9, 2016 Location: Ripton, Vermont Application Period: November 1-March 15 Rolling admissions Apply early Space is limited Literary translation is, as its name suggests, the translation of a literary work such as … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Star Wars Screen Painting at Kiyomizudera

Posted on December 11, 2015 by LM

One of Kyoto’s most famous temples Kiyomizu-dera is a must see if you visit Japan. But if you’re in Japan this December, you can check out something rather unique at this World Heritage site: Star Wars art. Like the Mario … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: Seven Masters: 20th Century Japanese Woodblock Prints from the Wells Collection

Posted on November 15, 2015 by LM

Via the University of Washington Press. Seven Masters: 20th Century Japanese Woodblock Prints from the Wells Collection ANDREAS MARKS $40.00 PAPERBACK (ISBN 9780989371872) hardcover not available PUBLISHED: July 2015 SUBJECT LISTING: Asian Art BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION: 208 pp., 310 illus., 9.5 … Continue reading →

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