Interpreter/Translator/Writer Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03) presents WIT Life, a periodic series about aspects of Japanese culture such as art, film, food and language. Stacy starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she offers some interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.

One of my favorite meals during my recent trip to Japan was 回転ずし (kaiten zushi, or conveyer belt sushi). It’s always fun to watch the food as it goes around and grab whatever looks good. I have a faint recollection of kaiten zushi in midtown run by a Singaporian company existing some years ago, but since then we haven’t had this type of restaurant in the city. But the wait is over, since a new kaiten zushi establishment opened last week.

Called Kaiten Zushi Nomad, this futuristic restaurant has ordering via tablet and three levels of conveyer belts that deliver your food. There are booths and counter-style seating, as well as a front waiting area that looks like it could double as a bar (Kaiten Zushi also has a wide array of alcoholic beverages to go with your food). They boast over 100 types of sushi, but fear not if raw fish isn’t your thing for they have plentiful appetizers and main dishes that feature meat and other cooked items such as donburi, ramen and karaage.

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Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

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Position: Student Services Coordinator
Posted by: CET Academic Programs
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna, Kate Maruyama (Osaka-fu, 2005-2008) for passing along the following job opening with her organization:

We have an opening for a Student Services Coordinator (SSC) on our Student Services team. Please share this opportunity with a professional with 1-2 years of professional experience, a knowledge of studying or living abroad and an interest in the field of International Education.

Our SSCs provide comprehensive support services that prepare students academically, culturally, and personally for their time abroad. We are looking for candidates who possess effective verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organization skills, and cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity.

This person will tentatively have Japan and China programs in their portfolio.

Application Process: If interested in this opportunity, please apply by 13 August 2023. The full position description and our other openings are available at https://cetacademicprograms.com/about/work-for-cet/

Posted by Sydney Sparrow. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

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Position: Japanese/English Translator
Posted by: Engineering Recruitment Solutions
Location: Coldwater, MI, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Viv Dutton, who’s a Resource Team Leader at Engineering Recruitment Solutions for passing along the following opening:.

Program Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for translating from Japanese to English and vice versa. This is a permanent onsite job. Salary + Package.

Essential Function

• Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information. 
• Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors. 
• Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally by maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible. 
• Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials. 
• Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions. 

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Position: Anticipated Regular Teacher for Japanese
Posted by: Northside College Prep High Schoo
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Below’s a job received from the Consulate General of Japan in Chicago:

Northside College Prep High School is looking for a Japanese language teacher. It is a selective CPS high school and has a strong Japanese program.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes, and performs related duties as required. 

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Position: Associate Program Officer for Japanese Studies
Posted by: Japan Foundation
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the organization:

JFNY seeks an Associate Program Officer for the Japanese Studies team. Through Japanese Studies grant programs, JFNY aims to support and enhance the academic study of Japan at universities, colleges, and various institutions in the United States.

For details and complete job description, please visit- https://ny.jpf.go.jp/06-23-2023/21663/

Position: Social Media Assistant
Posted by: The Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Part-Time

Below is a job received directly from The Consulate General of Japan in New York.

The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking a Social Media Assistant to assist with social media postings and the organization of Japanese cultural events.

This is a CONTRACT that will run from August 2023 until the end of March 2024. We offer flexibility in the start date and in scheduling about 20 hours on duty between Monday through Friday to offset the compensation of around $15,000 for the contracted period.

Position: Cultural Programs Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville:

The Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville serves five states in the South – Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The Consulate has an opening for a Cultural Programs Coordinator in the Culture & Information Section. The Culture and Information Section is the cultural, educational, and public affairs division of the Consulate that undertakes various community outreach activities and cultural exchange programming in this region.
 
The ideal candidate must be able to function as a team player and understand the role of the Japanese Consulate. Strong communication skills, an event organizing background and outreach capabilities, as well as a firm understanding of Japanese culture and society and Japan’s foreign policies is desired.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –
https://www.nashville.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00651.html

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Register for the 6:30-8:30 pm JST talk on Saturday, July 29th.

**About Prof. Takaaki Hiratsuka:

List of Prof. Hiratsuka’s writings and presentations

Bio: Takaaki Hiratsuka is an associate professor in the Department of Global Studies at Ryukoku University, in Kyoto where he teaches a range of applied linguistics courses and supervises master’s and PhD students in related fields of language teacher education and narrative inquiry. He has a Ph.D. in Language Teaching and Learning from the University of Auckland, New Zealand. And an avid futsal player.

Listen to the May 12th episode of the JETAA-sphere featuring Takaaki Hiratsuka on his book about ALTs in the JET Program

Position: Summer Short-Term Customized Program Coordinator
Posted by: Bellevue College
Location: Bellevue, WA, USA
Contract: Hourly, Temporary

Thanks to PNWJETAA for sharing a temporary hourly summer job opening with us:

BC has just posted a Temporary Hourly Summer Short-Term Customized Program Coordinator position on BC’s job post page. This is for someone looking for a fun and short position working with Japanese 9^th graders and teachers this summer.  

Application Process:

1.  Please go to BC’s Job Posting site: https://hcprd.ctclink.us/psc/tam/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U 
2. Type Job ID number = 12699

Position: Education Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the Consulate-General of Japan in San Francisco:

The Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco has an opening for a full-time staff member in the Japan Information and Cultural Center (JICC). This position is in charge of overseeing all aspects of educational exchange between Japan and the Consulate’s jurisdiction of Northern and Central California and the entirety of Nevada, in particular study abroad programs in Japan (including promoting and overseeing applications of MEXT scholarships), introducing Japan-related topics at schools in the Consulate’s jurisdiction, promoting and supporting Japanese language study, and youth exchange.

They will also work as part of a team and assist with general JICC activities (including but not limited to office work, public events, and responding to inquiries [in English]).

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.sf.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/23_0510.html

Position: Reporter/Researcher
Posted by: DC Bureau of The Yomiuri Shimbun
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Below is a job opening received directly from the DC Bureau of The Yomiuri Shimbun Japanese newspaper:

The Yomiuri Shimbun is Japan’s largest daily newspaper with a circulation of over 6 million copies. We are headquartered in Tokyo and have over 25 international bureaus, three of which are in the United States: Washington DC, New York and Los Angeles. 

Qualifications: Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree. Background in US politics, international relations, foreign policy, economics, or journalism, is preferred. Attention to accuracy and the ability to multitask effectively under deadline is required. A strong work ethic paired with the facility to develop and maintain good sources as well as the ability to take direction well and work collaboratively with others is essential. Japanese language skills are preferred but not necessary. 

Description: Main duties include assisting our Washington-based Japanese correspondents by attending video-conference, telephonic and in-person briefings and press conferences; tracking relevant news stories; arranging and conducting interviews; composing clear and concise memos on issues of interest; and covering various events, including those held by area think tanks and Congress. Additionally, given that 2024 will be a presidential election year, coverage of various presidential campaign rallies and related events will also be an important part of the reporting duties. Rapid and precise transcription is also required. 

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Position: English Teacher
Posted by: Kobe College High School
Location: Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Below is a job opening sent directly to us from the school:

Job Description:

Application Process: Applications must be sent using the following link: https://www.kccjee.org/gottschalk-teachers-recruitment. Should you have any questions regarding this message, please contact me at programs@kccjee.org.

Program: Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program
Posted by: Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna, Neave Denny (Okinawa-ken, 2010-2013) for passing along the attached opportunity at her institution.

Inaugurated in May 2013, the Reischauer Policy Research Fellows Program is a critical element of the Reischauer Center at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, DC. It is designed to support the Center’s various research initiatives, while also providing recent undergraduate or graduate students with broad practical experience regarding the public and private sector analysis process. Fellowships are paid and tenable for one academic year beginning in August 2023 with the potential for renewal for an additional year.

More information about our activities can be found on the Reischauer Center’s website and Facebook page. Please direct any questions about the position or application process to the Research and Program Coordinator at reischauer@jhu.edu.

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Position: Japanese/English Bilingual Staff Accountant
Posted by: Daido Corporation of America
Location: Portland, TN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job passed along to us:

Japanese/English Bilingual Staff Accountant for Daido Corporation of America

Application Process: Send resumes to crowdusp@daidocorp.com

Contact: (p) 615-323-4007 (e) www.daidocorp.com

Position: Diplomatic Assistant at the Embassy of Japanr
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Here’s a job received directly from the Embassy of Japan in Washington D.C.:

The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Diplomatic Assistant. This individual will be primarily responsible for managing the schedules and assisting the activities of Political Section diplomats, as well as undertaking some research on policy issues related to Japan-US relations and US politics. Please see below for a detailed listing of responsibilities.

The Embassy offers health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Working hours are 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with a 1.5 hour lunch break from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. There is the occasional weeknight and/or weekend event (all qualify for paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please note: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. green card holder. Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Only successful candidates will be contacted. A background check will be required prior to employment start date.

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