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Call for Papers: “Endless Discovery: Re-evaluating Japan’s Travel and Tourism”

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Travis

“Endless Discovery: Re-evaluating Japan’s Travel and Tourism” 16th Annual International Conference on Japanese Studies by Ateneo de Manila University, Japanese Studies Program DATES: 2-3 February, 2018 VENUE: Ateneo de Manila University, Manila Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 October 2017 (reposting from … Continue reading →

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Resource: ee-Tokyo.com

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Travis

A professor recently introduced me to the website http://ee-tokyo.com/, which is just loaded with all sorts of information about Tokyo history. This could be a great resource for anyone studying Edo-Tokyo history, but also for those visiting (or living in) … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: The Goddess and the Dragon: A Study on Identity Strength and Psychosocial Resilience in Japan

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Paula

The Goddess and the Dragon: A Study on Identity Strength and Psychosocial Resilience in Japan Author: Patrick Hein Book Description: Neoliberal globalization affects the livelihoods and socio-economic conditions of people all over the world. This is also true for Japan where … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Reservations Sales Consultant at Niseko Alpine Developments (NISADE) [Hokkaido]

Posted on June 5, 2014 by LM

Company: Niseko Alpine Developments (NISADE) Location: Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan Education: n/a, 1-2 years experience Posted 28 May 2014 Via JETWit.com. Overview We are looking for a Reservations Sales Consultant to join our team of driven professionals and live by the … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Japanese Railway Tourism Posters from the 1930s

Posted on March 21, 2014 by LM

The nephew of an antique-shop owner discovered a collection of gorgeous Japan Rail tourism posters from the ’30s. Now restored, all 15 posters will be auctioned off on Heritage on March 22. The design is reminiscent both of hanga and … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Travel Sales Specialist, Global Basecamps

Posted on July 14, 2013 by LM

Via JETWit.com. Position: Travel Sales Specialist Japan / Asia Posted by: Global Basecamps Type: Full-time Location: Encinitas, CA Education: not listed Posted July 9, 2013 Travel Sales Specialist – Japan / Asia Overview: A small travel company is looking for … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Full Time Japan Travel Consultant, InsideJapan Tours [UK]

Posted on March 12, 2013 by LM

Company: InsideJapan Tours/InsideAsia Tours Location: Bristol, UK Deadline: March 15, 2013 Start date: April 1, 2013 (ASAP) Education: not listed About Us InsideAsia Tours is a young and dynamic travel company based in Bristol, UK. Our two brands are InsideJapan … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: deep kyoto & Kyoto Baths

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Travis

It can be really easy to get templed-out in Kyoto, or to otherwise get overwhelmed or tired out by the big-name tourist sites and the feeling of a need to hit them all. As I found a few summers ago, … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Context Travel – Tour Guide Lecturing in China and Japan

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Travis

Via H-JAPAN mailing list. Institution: ContextTravel Location: Beijing, Shanghai, Kyoto, Tokyo, or other world cities Education: MA, MFA, PhD or other terminal degree in relevant field Posted: Jan. 21, 2013 Deadline: Ongoing Context Travel, an organization providing “walking seminars” for … Continue reading →

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Jop Opening: Travel Consultant, InsideJapan Tours

Posted on April 16, 2012 by LM

Job Description: Travel Consultant Closing Date for applications: 30th April 2012 Interviews: Mid May 2012 Start Date: beginning June 2012 Location: Boulder, CO The Position This is a role based in our US office in Boulder. As the second person … Continue reading →

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