JQ Magazine: Book Review — ‘25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit’
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“This year marks Canada’s 150th anniversary, so it’s a wonderful time for families to explore the wonders of the country. You just need the right information to do so, and 25 Places serves as a worthy reference guide.” (TouchWood Editions)
By Rashaad Jorden (Yamagata–ken, 2008-10) for JQ magazine. A former head of the JETAA Philadelphia Sub–Chapter, Rashaad is a graduate of Leeds Beckett University with a master’s degree in responsible tourism management. For more on his life abroad and enthusiasm for taiko drumming, visit his blog at www.gettingpounded.wordpress.com.
Summer is almost here. With the kids out of school, it’s the perfect time to explore new places and travel as a family. But where should you go?
Those thinking about Canada should seek out Jody Robbins’ 25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit for ideas. Robbins, a JET alum (Tottori-ken, 1994-97) and arguably one of Canada’s most prominent travel writers, profiles locations going counterclockwise from Victoria to Yukon, from the famous (Toronto, Vancouver) to the relatively unknown (Parksville-Qualicum Beach, Avalon Peninsula).
As the book is geared towards parents, Robbins devotes plenty of space to sharing advice about how they can entertain their young ones. In addition to expounding on the requisite what to do and see activities for each destination, Robbins just as importantly lists family-friendly options for dining (“Kids will love the wood-fired bambino pizza” at Pizzeria Prima Strada in Victoria) and lodging (a highlight of the Fairmount Chateau Laurier in Ottawa is the Art Deco-style pool, which “children love parading down to in their child-size bathrobes”).
25 Places features a diverse mix of urban and nature-filled destinations (like Outaouauis), so readers will get a great sense of Canada’s varied landscapes, as well as some surprises (beaches on the Prairies? Yes, they exist) and more importantly, how to arrive prepared for them. While it’s obvious that Robbins would include information about how to get around certain places, she excels when extensively detailing how to make your camping trip a safe and wonderful experience: An entire chapter is devoted to providing readers advice about tackling and overcoming the challenges that awaits (as well as tips about what to pack and eat). Camping novices would do well to heed this helpful advice.
JQ Magazine: Philadelphia LOVEs Japan
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Stone lantern amidst peonies and azaleas in Shofuso’s roji tea garden. (Therese Stephen)
By Therese Stephen (Iwate-ken, 1996-99) for JQ magazine.
What many people don’t know is that the City of Brotherly Love is in love with Japan, and has been since the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia, when the Japanese Pavilion became one of the most popular exhibits of that historic World’s Fair.
When you think of Philadelphia, you probably think of cheesesteaks, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall or the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. What you might not realize is that Philly has many ways for Japanese, and the Japanese-at-heart, to get their Japan fix for a lot less than a roundtrip ticket to Tokyo. So, whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or day trip this summer, or if you’re a returning Philly JET looking at your hometown with a new post-JET perspective, read on for Philly’s best Japan picks.
Let’s start with those famous Rocky steps. It’s cheesy and we know it, but everyone who visits Philly has to replay that famous Rocky Balboa moment. So once you’ve run to the top of the steps and done your obligatory fists-in-the-air-pose, head on into the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) and find your way to the East Asian Galleries.
One of the most endearing and exciting things about the PMA are its period rooms. While there are plenty of rooms displaying objects on pedestals or paintings on walls, a few steps through a doorway connecting two galleries will suddenly put you in the middle of an Indian temple or the hall of a Chinese palace. Wander a little further and you’ll find Sunkaraku Tea House, the highlight of the Japanese collection in the East Asian Galleries.
Job: Public Relations Coordinator – The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations (New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Public Relations Coordinator
Posted by: The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via JETAANY Board Member Mark Flanagan:
The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations is seeking a Public Relations Coordinator.
Public Relations Coordinator will be in charge of supporting and engaging in duties pertaining to the Coordination Section (including coordination on press relations and cultural events of Coordination and Planning Division, as well as other activities).
Requirements/Preferences:
1) U.S. citizenship or green card – required
2)Excellent English speech writing and verbal communication skills, computer skills, touch typing skills (60 wpm minimum) – required
3) College degree – required
4) Japanese language skills and cultural familiarity – preferred
5) Basic Knowledge of the United Nations and diplomacy – preferred
6) Prior experience in the JET Programme – preferred
If interested, please send a cover letter and your resume by June 15th, 2017to the following E-mail address: kokurendai1@dn.mofa.go.jp
More information here: http://www.un.emb-japan.go.jp/aboutus/job_opportunities.html
Job: Staff Reporter (Defense) – The Asahi Shimbun (Washington D.C., USA)
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Position: Staff Reporter (Defense)
Posted by: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
Salary: $34,800 to $37,200
The Asahi Shimbun is Japan’s leading national daily newspaper. Based in Tokyo, it has a circulation of nearly seven million. Its North American bureaus are located in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). Background in foreign affairs and American politics is highly desirable. Interest in East Asia preferred. Japanese language is preferred.
Description
Duties include assisting our Washington-based correspondents with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings at the Pentagon and other government agencies, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the area of foreign affairs and politics. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.
Some domestic travel may be required. This is a reporting position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Competitive benefit package includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, commuting expenses, and 401(k). Position will be available immediately.
Job: Program Manager – Columbia University (New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Program Manager, Center on Japanese Economy and Business
Posted by: Columbia University
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the institution:
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Job: Intelligence Analyst – Point72 Asset Management (Stamford, CT and New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Intelligence Analyst
Posted by: Point72 Asset Management
Location: Stamford, CT and New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumni Robert Moeller (Miyagi-ken) for the following opening:
https://www.point72.com/jobs/investment-services/intelligence-analyst-japanese-language-skills/
Intelligence Analyst – Japanese Language Skills – Stamford, CT and New York, NY
About Point72 Asset Management:
Point72 Asset Management (“Point72”) is a global private asset management firm managing the assets of its founder, Steven A. Cohen, and employees. Point72 focuses primarily on discretionary long/short equity investing and makes significant quantitative and macro investments. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and maintains offices in Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore and New York.
Job Description
About the Function/Department:
The Intelligence Team monitors employee activity for evidence of violations of applicable federal securities laws, internal compliance policies and procedures, and relevant rules and regulations enforced by the SEC, FINRA, and other organizations. The Intelligence Analyst Associate will work closely with a senior Intelligence Officers to use unique datasets, specialized tools, and network analysis techniques to identify and analyze risks to the firm. The Intelligence Team is expected to produce a range of sophisticated short and long term analytic products with an emphasis on using in-depth research and assimilation of data from many disparate sources, usually under tight time constraints, to craft a tightly-integrated written product. This position is based in New York, but focuses on our offices in Asia.
The Intelligence Analyst will be expected to:
- Identify and compile/organize relevant information from a variety of sources including; proprietary research, trading data, communications, market information and open sources to inform analysis
- Conduct routine reviews of employee communications for potential violations of relevant laws, rules, regulations and policies when warranted
- Populate, update, and maintain multiple databases
Job: Multiple Positions – Globalme (Vancouver, BC, CAN or Beaverton OR, USA)
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Position: Multiple Positions
Posted by: Globalme
Location: Vancouver, BC, CAN or Beaverton OR, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Are you interested in working with an amazing team in a fast-paced tech start-up? Globalme, a language and tech company based in Vancouver has many positions for both Oregon and BC!
Job details below:
https://globalmelocalization.recruitee.com/
If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer at jen.yj.kim@gmail.com
Job: Staff Member – Wakayama Prefecture Tourism Federation (Wakayama, Japan)
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Position: Staff Member
Posted by: Wakayama Prefecture Tourism Federation
Location: Wakayama, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to current JET Alberto Servín (Wakayama-ken) for passing along this job opportunity. Unfortunately, it’s only in Japanese:
https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/information/2017/05/19/2506/
For quick responses go here: https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/form/inquiry/index.html
For more detailed questions, please contact Ms. Arisa Maruno at < maruno_a0001@pref.wakayama.lg.jp>
Job: Program Coordinator – International Education Programs (Washington D.C., USA)
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Position: Program Coordinator
Posted by: International Education Programs
Location: Washington D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job from JETAADC:
OPC Position with International Education Partners (DC)
International Education Programs (www.iepabroad.org) is looking to hire someone in DC for the fall semester, to coordinate a program for visiting students. IEP also plans study abroad trips for university classes, which JET alumni have led previously led, but this is for a U.S. post-secondary institution that will be sending 10 university students and a faculty member to DC for the fall term.
The students will be doing internships in the DMV area and so the company is assisting with funding a Program Coordinator to do the following:
- Conduct a welcome orientation
- Assist in planning bi-weekly events (we have them pretty much decided already actually)
- Plan a welcome, thanksgiving and farewell dinner)
- Be available via cell for any student concerns, program changes, etc.
The OPC will ideally be someone that lives in the DMV (DC city proper area), who has a full-time position but does not travel for work and knows DC well.
Interested candidates can send their information to Scott Tayloe at scott@iepabroad.org.
Job: Customer Success Manager – Glint (Redwood City, CA, USA or London, UK)
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Position: Customer Success Manager – Enterprise (Japanese Speaking)
Posted by: Glint
Location: Redwood City, CA, USA or London, UK
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
We are hiring a Japanese speaking customer success manager at our company in Redwood City or London. Please take a look at the job description if you are interested in this role at a growing startup. If any JET alumni is qualified for and interested in the role, please contact Shirley (head recruiter) directly at <sdeoliviera@glintinc.com>.
https://www.glintinc.com/careers/customer-success-manager-enterprise/
Job: Japanese Teacher – Woodlands High School (Woodlands, Texas)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Woodlands High School
Location: Woodlands, Texas
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job as a Japanese teacher directly looking for her successor as she is relocating to Japan:
Greetings from The Woodlands, Texas.
The Woodlands High School is searching for a full-time Japanese teacher who can start teaching in the academic year of 2017-18. Please contact masumi.reade@gmail.com if you are interested. The Woodlands, TX, is in the northern suburb of Houston. It is a safe but rapidly growing community with
The Woodlands, TX, is in the northern suburb of Houston. It is a safe but rapidly growing community with great environment. It is also known for schools with high academic standards, and attracts many families with young children.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Woodlands,_Texas
The Woodlands High School website: http://twhs.conroeisd.net/
Details of the Position:
- A full time position with 6 classes of 4 levels (level 1 through AP), teaching three 90 minute classes per day on AP block schedule.
- 9th through 12th graders
- We are looking for a candidate who could start in August (2017-18 school year), however, will consider beginning in October, 2017 or January 2018.
- Texas teaching certification is required. If you have a teaching certification from another state, please see this website as a reference:
http://tea.texas.gov/interiorpage.aspx?id=25769812541
- Japanese Club and Yosakoi Soran dance group
- Exchange program with the Japanese sister school
Look forward to hearing from you.
—
Masumi Reade, The Woodlands High School
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Job: Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate – Indeed (Tokyo, Japan)
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Position: Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate
Posted by: Indeed
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumna Zandra Gilmore (Tokushima-ken) for the following job listing:
I now work at Indeed, and we are looking to hire someone who reads Japanese and has basic HTML/CSS coding skills for the Aggregation Data Maintenance Associate position.
Job: Education Program Officer – Japan Society (New York City, New York)
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Position: Education Program Officer
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York City, New York
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFICER
The Education Program Officer plans and coordinates all aspects of the on-site and off-site student and family programs including the High School Summer Workshop and the annual family holiday programs. The Education Program Officer is responsible for the effective planning and implementation of program components including program content, logistics, collaboration with other institutions, and promotion of the events. The position requires meticulous organizational, program development, communication and networking skills in order to ensure the successful implementation of the programs. The Education Program Officer will work closely with the Director to produce and prepare budgets, project proposals, and other duties related to educational programming. Other responsibilities include producing timely content on the education and family programs for the department’s social media outlets.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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WIT Life #313: NY Japan CineFest 2017
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WIT Life is a periodic series written by professional Writer/Interpreter/Translator Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03). She starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she shares some of the interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.
Last night I attended the first night of the 6th annual NY Japan CineFest 2017 at Asia Society. This is one of my favorite cinematic events in the city, as it is a compilation of Japan-related short films. As usual, there were many thought-provoking selections ranging from documentary to futuristic to artistic.
My favorite was Wasabi from director Bunji Sotoyama, which stars Kyoko Yoshine who you might recognize as the main character from the recently ended NHK morning drama Beppin-san. In this film, she plays high school student Aoi who lives with her depressed father who is no longer able to maintain his sushi shop. She is Read More
Justin’s Japan: Mr. Big Returns with ‘Defying Gravity’
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By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Shukan NY Seikatsu. Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here.
Sometimes a band has something special that makes it transcend its own culture, creating a whole new tradition in a completely different place.
Since 1989, this has been the case with Mr. Big, the American hard rock quartet that mixes metallic virtuosity with melodic appeal. Best known for their international smash ballad “To Be with You” (a number one pop U.S. hit in 1992), the band has continued to enjoy massive success in Japan, having played over 100 large-scale concerts there to date and continuing to serve as an influence on Japan’s own music scene and its top artists.
Mr. Big’s drummer Pat Torpey and bassist Billy Sheehan have previously performed with Japan’s all-time most successful rock group B’z (with the latter even joining them on tour); lead singer Eric Martin has recorded a successful string of “Mr. Vocalist” albums consisting of songs originally made famous by female Japanese singers; and guitarist Paul Gilbert has appeared on Japanese talk shows displaying both his tremendous guitar chops and dedicated study of the language.
In a new tradition, the U.S. will get the first taste of all-new Mr. Big material as the group launches a 13-date national tour beginning May 31, with a New York stop at B.B. King Blues Club & Grill on June 10. The tour precedes the release of the group’s ninth studio album, “Defying Gravity,” available July 7 on Frontiers Records. The new songs will presumably make their live debut at these special American gigs.
For tickets to the show and more information, visit www.bbkingblues.com and www.mrbigsite.com.
Also on June 10 at 12:00 p.m., An Intimate Afternoon of Conversation and Music with Mr. Big will take place at The Cutting Room (44 East 32nd Street), featuring a long–form interview with author and journalist Brad Tolinsk. This special event includes an opportunity for audience questions, a short acoustic performance, and a meet and greet. Tickets are $25; for more information, click here.
Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment since 2005. For more of his stories, visit http://jetaany.org/magazine.
