Tag Archives: Japan

Breaking into the translation business: using online translation services – An introduction to YAQS

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Paula

Today we’re featuring another guest writer, Reimer Struve from the translation company WIP Japan Corp. If you’ve ever thought about entering the translation industry but aren’t sure how to get your foot into the door, this article may be a helpful … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Japanese Kit Kats

Posted on February 25, 2011 by LM

The Kit Kats of Japan are well known among those in Japanese Studies. Today’s fun link is My KitKats. Run by Alison Musket, a JET in Hamamatsu, this site features Kit Kats from all over Japan and from around the world, plus some cultural commentary. Continue reading →

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Freeman-Asia Award for Study in Asia

Posted on February 21, 2011 by reedra01

If you are an American undergraduate student and the only thing holding you back from studying abroad in Asia is lack of finances, here is an opportunity for you! Freeman-Asia provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need … Continue reading →

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Call for Freelance Translators

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Paula

Just a quick heads up for people interested in translation: HC Language Solutions, Inc. is in search of freelance translators. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their resumes to: Mamiko Shibayama HC Language Solutions, Inc. info@hcls.com    

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JET Application The Sequel: The Interview Strikes Back

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Hakuba Jen

Long time no see guys.  Sorry about the radio silence. However, my sources (and by sources I mean Facebook) tell me that the results for JET interviews have been released and those chosen are beginning to freak out a bit. … Continue reading →

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Workshop: Being Japanese: Histories, Identities and Modernities

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Paula

Location: Washington, United States This faculty development workshop will explore how the meaning of being Japanese has changed over time, with a particular emphasis on the uses of history, literature and visual culture in shaping and representing a distinctively Japanese … Continue reading →

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Job opening: Japanese History

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Paula

Kwantlen Polytechnic University, History History Instructor – Japan Institution Type:   College / University Location:   British Columbia, Canada Position:   History Instructor The History Department at Kwantlen Polytechnic University invites applications for a part-time non-regular type2 (temporary) position beginning September 1, 2011. … Continue reading →

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Job opening: Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures (Japanese Studies)

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Paula

Institution: University of Hong Kong Location:   Hong Kong Position:   Assistant Professor Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of … Continue reading →

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Is Home Stay in Japan right for you?

Posted on February 9, 2011 by reedda02

The decision whether to do a home stay or to live in a dorm while studying abroad is a personal one.  In order to make this decision effectively, you need to honestly evaluate yourself – specifically, what you can handle … Continue reading →

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University of New Orleans-Japan: Study at Doshisha University Summer Program

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Paula

Here is a summer program announcement for undergrads looking to go abroad. Kyoto is wonderful and the price of this program is pretty reasonable as well! I didn’t see a deadline on the webpage, so be sure to look into … Continue reading →

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