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Call for Applications: Asia Studies Fellowship 2013, Washington DC

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Paula

Deadline Feb 1, 2013 About the East-West Center The EAST-WEST CENTER http://eastwestcenter.org/ promotes better relations and understanding among the people and nations of the United States, Asia, and the Pacific through cooperative study, research, and dialogue. Established by the U.S. Congress in … Continue reading →

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Funding: PhD Studentships in Japanese Studies at Manchester University

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Paula

Up to three Language-based Areas Studies PhD studentships funded by the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) are available in the North West Doctoral Training Centre (NWDTC) – this can include PhD (or MA+PhD) studentships in Japanese Studies, which … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Technology and Information Coordinator, Japan Information Center

Posted on December 31, 2012 by LM

Via JETWit jobs mailing list. Institution: Japan Information Center, Consulate General of Japan at Chicago Position Available: Technology and Information Coordinator Location: Chicago, IL Posted Dec. 24, 2012 Deadline: Jan. 18, 2013 Education: not listed Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: Shinto Shrines: A Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan’s Ancient Religion

Posted on December 30, 2012 by LM

http://www.uhpress.hawaii.edu/p-8926-9780824837136.aspx Shinto Shrines: A Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan’s Ancient Religion Author: Cali, Joseph; Dougill, John; Of Japan’s two great religious traditions, Shinto is far less known and understood in the West. Although there are a number of … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Cinema Studies/Visual Culture (East Asian), Modern Japanese Literature or Cultural History

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Paula

Institution: Nagoya University, Graduate School of Letters Location: Japan Position: Associate Professor or Full Professor, Cinema Literature Culture The Graduate School of Letters of Nagoya University, Japan, invites applications for two faculty positions beginning in October 2013: one position in … Continue reading →

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Call for Applications: Harvard Summer School in Kyoto at Doshisha University

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Paula

We invite you to take part in Harvard Summer School’s 8-week program at Doshisha University in Kyoto, Japan.  Students enroll in 2 courses:  Professor Mikael Adolphson’ s course, “Japan: Tradition and Transformation,” which explores the nation’s tumultuous move to modernity. Professor James Robson’s course, … Continue reading →

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End of the year cleaning

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Paula

Hope everyone is enjoying their holidays! Since this semester swallowed us whole here at Shinpai Deshou, there was a lot of backlog for updating site links and info. But right now there’s about three inches of snow and sleet on … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: The Imperial Court in China, Japan, and Korea: Women, Servants, and the Emperor’s Household (1600-early 1900s)

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Paula

Location: California, United States The University of San Francisco Center for the Pacific Rim is pleased to announce the call for papers for The Imperial Court in China, Japan, and Korea: Women, Servants, and the Emperors Household (1600 early 1900s) … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Asian Art, Skidmore College, Vstg Asst prof

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Paula

Institution: Skidmore College, Art History Location: New York, United States Position: Visiting Assistant Professor Skidmore College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, 1-year leave replacement, starting Fall 2013.  PhD or ABD in Art History; salary commensurate w/experience.  Teach 20 … Continue reading →

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Funding: Toyota Foundation Grants

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Paula

http://www.toyotafound.or.jp/english/02program/ The Toyota Foundation offers a number of grant opportunities for research and activities in Japan. Although the theme specifics for some programs listed are geared towards previous years, they include: Grant Program for Community Activities In keeping with our … Continue reading →

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