Tag Archives: Tokyo

Job Openings: Research Officer (2 Positions), United Nations University [Tokyo]

Posted on March 1, 2014 by LM

Institution: United Nations University (UNU) Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR) Location: Tokyo, Japan Deadline: March 31, 2014 Education: MA Start date: July 2014 preferred UNU mission The United Nations University (UNU) is the academic arm of the United Nations system. Its mission … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Tokyo’s Best Plum Blossom Spots

Posted on February 28, 2014 by LM

I’ll confess that I have a personal bias for plum blossoms over sakura. Sure, they aren’t as majestic as the shidare-zakura (枝垂桜), but I love how vividly pink they are and how they smell. I’m most familiar with Kanazawa’s plum … Continue reading →

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Workshop: New Sources for the Study of Japanese Religion

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Paula

Announcing a combined workshop and conference on “New Sources for the Study of Japanese Religion,” organized by Prof. Kikuchi Hiroki of the Historiographical Institute (Shiryō Hensanjo) of the University of Tokyo and myself, to be held at Princeton University on March … Continue reading →

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Call for Papers: Center for Information on Religion Seminar – Japanese Culture and Religion

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Paula

The Center for Information on Religion (hereafter CIR) launched a seminar for the Study of Japanese Culture and Religion in Japanese for non-Japanese-native graduate students.  The seminar calls for the papers of well-motivated students who hope for presentation and discussion … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Special Assistant to the Director of UNU-IAS [Tokyo]

Posted on January 15, 2014 by LM

Institution: United Nations University Institute of Advanced Studies (UNU-IAS) Location: Tokyo Posted on January 10, 2014 Education: Bachelor’s Type: full-time contract (at least 1, up to 6 years) UNU-IAS, created from a merger of the former UNU Institute of Advanced … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Part-Time Sales and Travel Administrator, The Art of Travel [Tokyo]

Posted on December 18, 2013 by LM

This job listing has been updated. See it here. Company: The Art of Travel (Tokyo American Club Travel Desk) Location: Tokyo Deadline: January 3, 2014 Type: Part-time The Art of Travel is comprised of a core group of artists, designers, … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: Tokyo Vernacular: Common Spaces, Local Histories, Found Objects

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Paula

Tokyo Vernacular: Common Spaces, Local Histories, Found Objects, written by Jordan Sand, is now available. About the book: Preserved buildings and historic districts, museums and reconstructions have become an important part of the landscape of cities around the world. Beginning … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Public Relations Staff, Communications and Marketing Support, Temple University Japan [Tokyo]

Posted on November 28, 2013 by LM

Via JETWit.com Institution: Temple University Japan Campus Location: Tokyo, Japan Visa support: yes Deadline: Nov. 30, 2013 Education: not listed Visa Requirement Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to sponsor a visa for this position. Overview of Position TUJ … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Writer/Editor, Ishida Taiseisha Inc. [Tokyo]

Posted on October 31, 2013 by LM

Via JETWit.com Position: Writer/Editor Company: Ishida Taiseisha Inc. Location: Tokyo, Japan Education: BA preferred Application deadline: November 30, 2013 The Role: Ishida Taiseisha Inc. is seeking a talented individual for writing/editing duties in its Tokyo office. The successful applicant will … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Shinagawa’s elephant temple

Posted on October 11, 2013 by LM

In this Fun Link Friday, Rurôsha takes us on a visual tour of Shinryō-ji, the elephant temple. No, this isn’t in India–this temple is in Tokyo and is one of Shinagawa Ward’s Tangible Cultural Properties! Shinryō-ji (真了寺)…was built in 1673 as a … Continue reading →

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