Tag Archives: travel

Resource: Asian Historical Architecture

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Paula

Today we introduce a somewhat unusual resource, the site Asian Historical Architecture. This collection of user-donated materials provides a photographic survey of architectural heritage across Asia, taking “Asia” in a refreshingly broad interpretation. Background information and virtual tours are available … Continue reading →

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Resources / Fun Links: Flying

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Travis

I am no wizard at finding special deals on flights. Just a regular guy. There are dozens of articles and blog posts online purporting to offer tips on “The Cheapest Days to Fly and Best Time to Buy Airline Tickets” … Continue reading →

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Funding: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Paula

Support for dissertation and postdoctoral research in Japan in the humanities and social sciences Open for applications, next deadline is December 1st 2015. The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship Program provides recent PhD recipients and ABDs … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Autumn Leaves Forecast

Posted on October 23, 2015 by Paula

I took some time out of my research schedule to go hiking not far from Tokyo proper last week, and was not disappointed by the beautiful scenery on the trails out Mt. Mitake. What I didn’t realize, however, was that … 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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Fun Link Friday: Weird Hotel

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Paula

No, that’s not just my judgment. Apparently a new hotel has opened in Nagasaki, the “変なホテル,” or “Weird Hotel,” which boasts being staffed almost entirely by robots! Ever wondered what it would be like to be checked into your hotel … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: International Student Recruiter, Central Michigan University

Posted on August 31, 2015 by LM

Via JETWit Jobs mailing list. Position Number 70925 Position Title INTERNATIONAL RECRUITER Location: Mt. Pleasant, MI Education: BA required, MA preferred Position Summary Responsible for creating international student recruitment strategies; travel internationally to meet with partners and to attend recruiting … Continue reading →

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Contest: Japanese Speech Contest for free roundtrip fare

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Paula

Wasabi Japanese Speech Contest In commemoration of Wasabi’s launch, a new Japanese language learning tool that will spice up your studies with specially designed lessons for speaking practice with native speakers, we have decided to conduct Wasabi Japanese Speech Contest … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Use Sushi Covers to Make Your Suitcase Stand Out!

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Travis

Ever accidentally grab the wrong suitcase at the Baggage Claim, or have someone else grab yours? Well, worry no more, because now you can turn your luggage into kaiten zushi. Isn’t that wonderful? New and available from PARCO for just … Continue reading →

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Funding: University of Chicago Library Travel Grants

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Paula

The Center for East Asian Studies’ Japan, China and Korean Studies Library Travel Grants are designed to assist scholars from outside the Chicago metropolitan area in their use of University of Chicago’s East Asian collections for research in Japan, China … Continue reading →

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