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Bento have hit the states! Ready to make your own?

Posted on January 26, 2011 by tnguyen3729

Here’s a brief history of and some great resources for getting started on bento-making, whether it’s in Japan or here in America. Bento is the Japanese version of a packed lunch, typically taken to work and school by adults and … Continue reading →

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FLF: Nothing like human sacrifice to top off a good castle!

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Paula

For most, talk of human sacrifice brings to mind the Pre-Columbian Americas, such as Aztec sacrifices to the sun god of war, Huitzilopochtli, but this tradition has taken many forms all over the world. Earlier last year Pink Tentacle featured … Continue reading →

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Job opening: Instructor for Manga and Animation

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Paula

The IES Abroad Tokyo Center seeks a qualified instructor for Anthropology 343 “Japanese Manga & Animation,” for the spring (April through July) semester, 2011.  The course meets one afternoon per week for three hours; instruction to be conducted in English. … Continue reading →

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Grant Opportunity for California Residents

Posted on January 11, 2011 by reedra01

Here’s a very unique travel grant opportunity, specifically aimed at California residents. Get ready to get creative! Thanks to Playing with Hire for the link! — AURORA CHALLENGE GRANT Only for California Residents Deadline for Applications: March 31st, 2011 The … Continue reading →

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Job opportunities: teaching fellowships

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Paula

University of San Francisco, Center for the Pacific Rim Two Teaching Fellowships (Post-Doctoral and Open Rank) Institution Type: College / University Location: California, United States Position: Fellow, Other Teaching, Post-Doctoral Fellow Center for the Pacific Rim Teaching Fellowships at the … Continue reading →

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Exploring History in Japanese Castles

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Paula

One look at my keychain (mostly chains, very few keys) will alert you to the fact that I am a huge castle nerd. Besides the fact that medieval Japan is my research specialty (and IMO the coolest time period ever, … Continue reading →

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Smart vending machines make corporate big brother a little more creepy

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Paula

Japan is known worldwide for its innovative, if not sometimes bizarre, ventures into new technology. It’s also known for having vending machines on almost every block in most urban areas, carrying everything from bottled drinks to women’s underwear (though the … Continue reading →

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Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Paula

Those with advanced language skills looking to do research will be interested in funding opportunities from Rotary International. The Rotary Club offers academic year Ambassadorial Scholarships (1 year of study abroad). The academic year scholarship awards scholars $27,000 USD. The Ambassadorial … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Take a Trip to Cat Island!

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Paula

If our post on Sushi cat and デブ猫 was any indication, or perhaps the enormously popular antics of Maru-chan, you already know that Japan has a ridiculous and wide-spread love of adorable cats. Honestly, most of us here at Shinpai … Continue reading →

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Choosing an unaffiliated homestay

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Paula

Usually when you study abroad in Japan through your home institution as an undergrad, you get asked the big question: dorm or homestay? Most Japanese universities affiliated with sister institutions (for example, Gettysburg College is affiliated with Kansai Gaidai, and … Continue reading →

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