1.Asia Foundation
Non-profit organization dedicated to improving law, civil society,
infrastructure and other aspects of developing Asian nations. Also promotes
mutual cooperation between the U.S.
and Japan.
2.Asia Society
Organization headquartered in New York,
seeking to increase communication and understanding between the peoples of Asia
and the United States.
3.Center for
Global Partnership
Organization within theJapan Foundationsupporting mutual cooperation and
interchange between the governments and citizens of Japan
and the United States.
4.Japan-America
Society of Washington DC
Organization coordinating and hosting Japan-related events in WashingtonDC
such as the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Also provides Japanese language
and culture classes.
5.The Japan
Foundation, Tokyo (Headquarters)
Seeks to disseminate Japanese culture internationally by promoting the study of
the Japanese language and various cultural and educational exchanges.
7.The Japan
Foundation, New York
Administers Japanese studies and performing arts nationwide and coordinates
local projects relating to Japan.
8.The Japan
Foundation, Toronto Toronto, Canada branch of the Japan
Foundation. Houses a library, seminar rooms, and an exhibition hall. Holds free
events for the public year round.
9.Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund
Administers programs aimed at fostering mutual understanding between Japan and the United States.
10.The Manjiro
Society
Coordinates sister city programs, cultural exchanges, and homestay programs
between the U.S. and Japan.
13.The Sasakawa
Peace Foundation USA (SPFUSA)
Maintains a library open to the public, sponsors seminars and conferences on
the U.S.-Asia relationship, and supports Asia-related projects.
14.Sister Cities
International
Seeks to strengthen relations between the U.S. and international communities
by promoting cultural understanding and economic development between partnered
cities.
15.The United
States-Japan Foundation
Organization providing study grants in the areas of pre-college education,
communication/public opinion, and U.S.-Japan policy studies.
16.U.S.-Japan
Network for the Future
The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation and the JapanFoundationCenter
for Global Partnership has initiated this special program in order to foster a
network of "New Generation" Japan specialists.
8.Japan Exchange and Teaching
Program (JET)
Administered by Japan’s
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). Hires
university graduates to as Assistant English Teachers or Coordinator of
International Relations.
9.Japanese Jobs
Web-based career service seeking to connect employers and potential bilingual
employees. Employers can post job listings and job seekers can post resumes.
10.Jobs in Japan
Online guide for finding employment in Japan.
11.MRJapanese
Management Recruiters
Allows users to search for both bilingual and non-bilingual Japan-related jobs
along with posting their own resumes.
13.Ohayo Sensei
Contains listings on English teaching jobs in Japan. Includes information about
salaries, contracts, benefits, etc. Users can also advertise their services for
free.
14.Tokyo Employment Service Center
for Foreigners
Public employment office providing job information and employment assistance to
non-Japanese residents including employment consultations.
15.TOP-US
Human resources agency that sources, recruits, and places candidates in various
positions throughout the United States
and Japan.
1.Bank of Japan
Information on monetary policy in Japan as well as an overview of the
Bank of Japan, press releases by the Bank of Japan, and economic and monetary
statistics.
2.Imperial Household Agency of Japan
Agency in charge of matters relating to the Imperial Household. Provides press
releases and general information regarding Japan’s Imperial Family.
5.Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
Agency in charge of maintaining foreign relations with other countries. Website
contains information on Japanese foreign policy, international relations,
visas, and travel to Japan.
1.Japan Guide
Contains sightseeing guide of Japan
organized by region, general information on traveling and living in Japan,
personals, and an employment section.
2.Stanford
University's JGuide
Directory of topically arranged information about Japan. Also provides news,
information on weather, a currency converter, and other useful resources.
3.Web Japan
Searchable database sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that provides
fact sheets and videos about aspects of Japan and Japanese culture.
1.About.com:
Japanese Language
Regular blog written by Japanese educator and translator, Namiko Abe. Provides
resources and lessons for students of the Japanese language.
2.Association of Teachers of
Japanese (ATJ)
Organization promoting the study of the Japanese language, primarily at the
university level. Website contains job postings for Japanese teachers,
scholarship information, the ATJ Newsletter, and other learning resources.
3.Japanese Word Processor
Free Japanese text word processor distributed under the GNU General Public
License.
4.Japanese Language Proficiency Test
(JLPT)
Held annually, the JLPT is the official examination for certifying Japanese
proficiency among second-language learners worldwide.
9.Reading Tutor
Tool designed to allow Japanese learners to improve their reading ability and
Japanese vocabulary.
10.Space ALC Online
Dictionary
Online dictionary for Japanese, Korean and English language learners. Also
includes a Japanese journal for students of Japanese and resources for studying
for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
1.U.S. Embassy-
Tokyo, Japan
Information for people living in or planning to go to Japan, covering
such vital topics as passports, visas, registration, etc. Includes a list of
local U.S. consulates in Japan.
1.Harvard Journal
of Asiatic Studies
Academic journal on Asian Studies published by the Harvard-Yenching Institute
since 1936. Table of contents and abstracts of current and previous journals
available.
2.Highlighting Japan
Published monthly by the Japan’s Public Relations Office help people around the
world better understand Japan today, including politics and economy,
environment, science and technology, lifestyles etc.
3.Japan Echo
Bimonthly publication of English-language translations of recent articles on
Japanese current events. Hard copies available at the JICC viafree subscription.
4.Monumenta Nipponica
Academic journal focused on Japanese Studies published by SophiaUniversity in Tokyo. Emphasizes history, literature, art
history, religion, etc.
5.Nipponia
Nipponia is a quarterly web magazine providing information on modern Japanese
culture. Hard copies available at the JICC viafree subscription.
4.Study in Japan Comprehensive Guide
Website maintained by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for those
interested in studying in Japan.
Outlines different programs offered by the government.
3.International Christian University (ICU)
Liberal arts private Christian university in Tokyo with a rich traditional of foreign
exchange and study abroad programs.
4.Kansai Gaidai University
Private university in HirakataCity, Osaka
prefecture. Focus on language programs for both Japanese and international study
abroad students.
5.Keio University
Private university located in Tokyo.
One of Japan’s
oldest universities, also features a study abroad program.
6.Nanzan University
Private university in NagoyaCity, Aichi prefecture
feauting programs for international students.
7.Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific
University
Branch university of Ritsumeikan in Beppu, Oita prefecture with study abroad students
from over ninety countries.
8.Ritsumeikan University
Private university with campuses in Kyoto and ShigaPrefectures
providing many international and study abroad programs.
9.Sophia University
Private Catholic university in Tokyo
with a long standing tradition of international exchange and study abroad
programs.
10.Temple University Japan
Branch campus of TempleUniversity in Tokyo
offering study abroad programs for international students.
11.Tokyo University
Large national university in Tokyo
with an international study abroad program.
12.Tsukuba University
National university in IbarakiPrefecture offering study
abroad and exchange programs for international students.
13.Waseda University
Private university in Tokyo
featuring an international study abroad program.
1.Genki Japanese and Culture School Located in FukuokaCity, Fukuoka prefecture. Offers elementary level
courses in Japanese language and culture to international high school and
university students.
4.Yamasa Institute
Located in Okazaki
city, Aichi prefecture and offers courses in Japanese language to international
students. Dormitories, apartments, and home stay programs are available.
2.InfoMap Japan
Provides information for tourists traveling to Japan, including event guides for
major cities, maps, airport access information, etc. Hardcopies available from
the JICC upon request.
3.JR Japan Rail
Pass
A special pass for foreigners offered by Japan Railways (JR). Great for
traveling and sightseeing in Japan.
7.Official Tourism Guide for Japan
Travel
Features useful tips to plan your trip to Japan. Also includes blogs and
articles on experiences by fellow travelers.
