Justin’s Japan: Nippon in New York—‘Dragon Ball Z,’ Liberty City Anime Con, Waku Waku NYC
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Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ premieres the week of Aug. 3 at three Manhattan-area locations. (FUNimation)
By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his Japanese culture page here for related stories.
In the dog days of summer, it’s best to escape the heat in a place that’s cozy and cool. For those into Japanese cultural events, this month offers a diverse selection of film premieres and live music—all in the comfort of indoor air conditioning.
This month’s highlights include:
Aug. 4, 5, 7, 8 & 11
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’
AMC Empire 25, 234 West 42nd Street
Chelsea Cinemas, 260 West 23rd Street
Village East Cinema 7, 181-189 2nd Avenue
$15
Hot on the heels of last year’s summer blockbuster, Battle of Gods, Resurrection ‘F’ is the second film personally supervised byDBZ creator himself, Akira Toriyama. The new movie showcases the return of Frieza, the galaxy’s most evil overlord. After years in spiritual purgatory, Frieza has been resurrected and plans to take his revenge on the Z-Fighters of Earth. Facing off against Frieza’s powerful new form and his army of 1,000 soldiers, Goku and Vegeta must reach new levels of strength in order to protect Earth from their vengeful nemesis. English dub version.
Friday, Aug. 28, 6:00 p.m.
Always: Sunset on Third Street 3
Japan Information Center Gallery, Consulate General of Japan in New York
299 Park Avenue, 18th floor
Free (email RSVP to kanako_shirasaki[at]jfny.org; photo ID required upon entry)
A special screening of the third film in the wildly popular series! In 1964, novelist Ryunosuke Chagawa (Hidetaka Yoshioka) has married Hiromi (Koyuki), and the two now share a happy life with Junnosuke (Kenta Suga), the young boy he had taken in during the first film, who is now in high school. Hiromi is also pregnant, and the family prepares to welcome a new addition to their household. One day, Hiromi discovers a telegram that Chagawa had hidden. Who sent this telegram? What is the surprising identity of this new, rival writer? And what future awaits the people of Third Street? Presented in Japanese with English subtitles.
Aug. 28-30
Crowne Plaza White Plains, 66 Hale Avenue
$50 for weekend pass
The best three-day anime convention (just north of) New York City, the inaugural Liberty City Anime Con features over 100 events and panels, a dozen guests and entertainers, three days of cosplay, game tournaments and anime screenings, and concerts, balls and dances. Guest performers include idol singer Reni Mimura, female J-pop group Starberry, and New Jersey-based anime, video game and J-pop cover band Moshi Moshi.
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11 Jobs in International Education
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Via Carleen Ben (Oita). Posted by Sophia Chan (Sapporo-shi, 2009-2014). If interested in more job listings, join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
(1) SUNY COIL Center Operations Coordinator
Unit: State University of New York Center for Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL Center)
Position: Operations Coordinator
Location: SUNY COIL Center, 42nd Street, New York, NY
Who We Are: This position is being offered through the Research Foundation for SUNY at the New York Center for Collaborative Online International Learning Center (COIL Center) in New York, NY. The COIL Center is a leader in the emerging field of collaborative online international learning, a teaching and learning methodology that fosters exchange between faculty and students with peers abroad through Internet-based communication tools. The COIL Center has created a model for supporting professors to develop co-taught multi-cultural learning environments which emphasize experiential collaborative learning between students in two or more countries. The classes may be fully online or taught in blended formats with face-to-face sessions at both schools, while collaborative student work takes place online.
Who We Seek: The Operations Coordinator will contribute to the success of COIL Center projects by providing professional-level administrative, logistical and operational support. They will manage administrative aspects of projects, events, and activities connected to our Nodal Network of SUNY campuses and parallel Global Partner Network of international institutions, as well as for the COIL Center’s international consultancy projects. Additionally they will assist with organization and administration of the COIL Center’s annual international conference. They will contribute to the content and resources available, as well as community building activities on the COIL Center’s websites.
Required Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate or equivalent required
• At least two years providing administrative support in a higher education context
• Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with organizational and project-management skills
• Capacity to prioritize, show initiative and handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Aptitude using a variety of software, particularly Word, Excel, and online communication tools
• Willingness to travel in New York and infrequently abroad to provide logistical support at events
Preferred Qualifications:
• Continuous employment at a position for two or more years during the past five years
• Academic conference or event planning experience
• Experience working in an international education-focused office setting
• Familiarity with instructional design concepts & learning management systems
• Past involvement in the organization and preparation of grant proposals and reports
• Master’s or other equivalent degree preferred
Key Responsibilities will include:
General Responsibilities:
• Support administration and operation of COIL Center projects at SUNY and abroad
• Manage business affairs including preparation of approval documents, invoicing, payments, etc.
• Organization and administration of the COIL Center’s annual conference including:
• Coordinate booking of meeting rooms, hotels, transport, catering, etc.
• Ensure all invoices are received, vendors are paid and travelers are timely reimbursed
• Help generate COIL Center marketing materials (e.g. brochures, website content, etc.)
• Maintain COIL Center’s electronic mailing list
• Contribute to content, resources and community building activities on website & other venues
• Other duties and general administrative tasks as assigned
Nodal Network (NN) and Global Partner Network (GPN) Responsibilities:
• Maintain ongoing correspondence with NN/GPN Campus Coordinators and other stakeholders
• Facilitate communication and exchange among NN and GPN members on COIL Center websites
• Organize online and in-person meetings, and visits to potential/existing NN and GPN campuses
• Coordinate travel and accommodation bookings for professional development participants
About Research Foundation for SUNY System:
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York (RF) is the largest, most comprehensive university-connected research foundation in the country.
Serving SUNY and New York State, the RF provides essential services to SUNY faculty, students and staff who are performing life-changing research in life sciences and medicine; engineering and nanotechnology; physical sciences and energy; social sciences; and computer and information sciences. More than 15,000 dedicated RF employees work on SUNY-led research, training and public service projects throughout New York, across the country and around the world.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin and veteran or disability status.
For more details on this position and to apply please visit https://systemrf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=61805
Job: International Affairs Fellowship in Japan – Council on Foreign Relations (Japan)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, curriculum and content developer for a real estate school based in Virginia. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: International Affairs Fellow
Posted by: Council on Foreign Relations
Location: Japan
Status: Full Time
Program: Founded in 1997, the International Affairs Fellowship in Japan (IAF-J), sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd., seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between the rising generations of leaders in the United States and Japan. The program provides a selected group of mid-career U.S. citizens the opportunity to expand their professional horizons by spending a period of research or other professional activity in Japan. Fellows are drawn from academia, business, government, media, NGOs, and think tanks. In cooperation with CFR, the program’s sponsor, Hitachi, Ltd., assists fellows in finding suitable host organizations in Japan. A nonexclusive list of cooperating institutions in Japan can be found below.
Eligibility: The IAF-J is only open to mid-career professionals who have a demonstrated commitment to a career in foreign policy and have an interest in U.S.-Japan relations. The program welcomes applicants from a broad range of professional, academic, and personal backgrounds. While the IAF-J is intended primarily for those without substantial prior experience in Japan, exceptions have been made when an applicant has demonstrated that the fellowship would add a significant new dimension to his or her career. Knowledge of the Japanese language is not a requirement. Qualified candidates must be U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are eligible to work in the United States. CFR does not sponsor for visas.
Fellowship Award: The duration of the fellowship is between three and twelve months. The program awards a stipend in yen which covers travel and living expenses in Japan. Fellows are considered independent contractors rather than employees of CFR, and are not eligible for employment benefits, including health insurance.
Interested candidates can apply online between July 1 and October 31 on an annual basis. To create your online application account, please click here. Once you click “Submit,” an automatic email with specific application instructions will be sent to you. Should you have any questions, please contact us at fellowships@cfr.org or 212.434.9740.
WIT Life #290: Round Trip Heart/Our Little Sister
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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.
A business trip to Japan prevented me from viewing the majority of the films at this year’s Japan Cut
s at Japan Society, but I was able to catch Round Trip Heart (ロマンス) during the festival’s opening week. Starring Yuko Oshima best known as a singer from the idol group AKB48, this film tells the story of an emotionally lost young woman whose job is to serve refreshments on board the train servicing the hot springs area of Hakone just outside Tokyo. It is through a chance encounter with a seemingly sleazy customer that enables her to examine her past and be able to look toward the future. This seemingly simple but touching movie made its North American premiere at Japan Cuts and was released in Japan the next week, so it was cool to be able to get a sneak peak ahead of the domestic market.
Although I was sad
to miss most of Japan Cuts, being in Tokyo allowed me to check out the newest work from my favorite Japanese director, Hirokazu Kore-eda, who I have written about numerous times here. It is called Our Little Sister (海街diary, literally Seaside Town Diary) and is based on the eponymous manga by Akimi Yoshida. It tells the story of Read More
16 Jobs in International Education
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(1) Int’l Edu Advisor_New Mexico State University
Office of Education Abroad – International Education Advisor Position – Full time based in Las Cruces, NM
Closes July 31, 2015.
New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution of higher learning accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. NMSU is classified as a Hispanic-serving institution by the federal government with a total minority enrollment over 48%. NMSU is located in Las Cruces, and is committed to building a cultural diverse educational environment.
With supervision from the Director, the selected candidate will provide advisory, referral, and information services to students, parents, and others interested in the study abroad/exchange opportunities. This position advises both undergraduate and graduate students in the application, screening and selection for all programs and assists with promotion campus wide. This position is also in charge of scholarship advisement and support and contributes to campus internationalization efforts.
For a full description of the position and to apply, please go to: http://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/22569.
Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Knowledge of student issues as they relate to international education, and best-practice trends. Abroad experience is preferred. Read More
Job: International Relations Specialist – Citizens Affairs Bureau (Japan)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, curriculum and content developer for a real estate school based in Virginia. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: International Relations Specialist
Posted by: Citizens Affairs Bureau (International Relations Division)
Location: Hiroshima, Japan
Status: Part Time
Overview: The Citizens Affairs Bureau of The City of Hiroshima is looking for a international relation specialists to translate, from Japanese to English, letters to foreign organizations, mayor’s messages, and other documents, and native proof-reading of English written by other persons. Attend to guests from foreign countries, interpret (between Japanese and English) at events and other activities. Lecture at international education programs in elementary schools and similar situations, plan and provide assistance for international exchange programs.
Application Period: July 15, 2015 (Wed.) to August 24, 2015 (Mon.) Applications must arrive at the Division within this period. Please click here for application.
Examination Date: September 2, 2015 (Wed.) Read More
Job: Product Development Engineer – IzumaBASE (Japan or Remote)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, curriculum and content developer for a real estate school based in Virginia. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Product Development Engineer
Posted by: IzumoBASE
Location: Remote or Tokyo, Japan
Status: Full Time
Overview: IzumoBASE specializes in software-defined storage (SDS) that Arakawa developed over eight years of research and development. Their development team uses modern tools such as Github, JIRA and Jenkins and is mindful to always be efficient in their communication and development process.
IzumoBASE is currently looking for engineers to develop CLI management console and support tools for IzumoFS or internal applications.
Necessary Experience and Skills:
- Experience with programming in Java, Scala, Python, Ruby, C/C++ or the development of software
- Deep love for programming
Work Location: The University of Tokyo, Komaba Research Campus
Work Time: Completely flexible (no core time)
Application Process: Please click here to apply.
Job: Storage Development Engineer – IzumoBASE (Japan or Remote)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, curriculum and content developer for a real estate school based in Virginia. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Storage Development Engineer
Posted by: IzumoBASE
Location: Remote or Tokyo, Japan
Status: Full Time
Overview: IzumoBASE specializes in software-defined storage (SDS) that Arakawa developed over eight years of research and development. Their development team uses modern tools such as Github, JIRA and Jenkins and is mindful to always be efficient in their communication and development process.
IzumoBASE is currently looking for engineers to develop Software-Defined Storage that is being developed and provided in-house.
Necessary Experience and Skills:
- Experience with programming in Scala or the development of system software
Applicants with the below experience and skills are preferred:
- Experience with the development of distributed system / network programming
- Experience with the development of server programming applications
- Knowledge related to system software, such as OS, file system, virtualization, etc.
- Knowledge related to infrastructure, such as storage, networks, etc.
Work Location: The University of Tokyo, Komaba Research Campus
Work Time: Completely flexible (no core time)
Application Process: Please click here to apply.
Job: Academic Leader – The American University of Sharjah (Dubai)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, curriculum and content developer for a real estate school based in Virginia. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Academic Leader for The American University of Sharjah’s College of Engineering
Posted by: The American University of Sharjah
Location: Dubai, UAE
Status: Full Time
Overview: The American University of Sharjah (AUS), one of the premier institutions of higher education in the Middle East, seeks an accomplished academic leader for its College of Engineering. The College has established a reputation for leadership in engineering education in the United Arab Emirates and in the Gulf region.
The successful candidate will demonstrate stellar academic credentials including an earned doctorate, a significant research record, evidence of ability to secure research funding and build revenue, leadership and administrative ability, and understanding of and familiarity with the American higher education model. Experience in higher education (including teaching) is highly preferred, although a distinguished career in industry will also be considered. An extraordinarily diverse institution located in the Gulf Region with over ninety nations represented in the student body, staff, and faculty, AUS seeks a dean who can negotiate cross-cultural complexity, contribute to creating an environment characterized by collegiality and a sense of common purpose, and have a good understanding of the region. Read More
Job: Marketing Associate – Japan Intercultural Consulting (Remote or SF Area)
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Position: Marketing Associate
Posted by: Japan Intercultural Consulting
Location: Remote or San Francisco, CA
Status: Full Time
Overview: Seeking self-sufficient pro-active communicator to work with three dynamic and successful female consultants to manage and implement diverse marketing initiatives. Each of us has a unique specialty, giving you variety and the opportunity to broaden your experience and exposure. The work will primarily focus on B2B marketing activities, either on behalf of our clients or for our firms, with the exception of B2C oriented work related to book promotion. Read More
Job: ESL Teacher – Eurocentres Vancouver (Canada)
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Position: ESL Teacher
Posted by: Eurocentres Vancouver
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Status: Full Time
Overview: Eurocentres Vancouver is well established ESL school located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. We are currently looking to hire an experienced, qualified, committed, and enthusiastic ESL teacher who is available to start teaching immediately. The succcesful candidate will be available from Monday to Friday from 8:50 am to 4:30 pm.
Requirements:
- University degree
- TESL Canada-recognized certificate or CELTA / Trinity certificate (online certificates not accepted)
- Minimum of 1 year ESL teaching experience
- References for contact
- Energy, enthusiasm & commitment
Application Process: Please reply with your resume, cover letter, and references. Successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. As we are looking to hire immediately, we will only be accepting local applications. Please send the required information to plazarus@languagecanada.com before July 31, 2015.
Job: Resident Assistant – CET Academic Programs (Jordan)
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Position: Resident Assistant
Posted by: CET Academic Programs
Location: Amman, Jordan
Status: Part Time
Overview: CET Jordan consists of the Intensive Arabic Language and Middle East Studies & Internship programs which operate during the spring, summer, and fall terms. Enrollment is between 15 and 25 students per term. Jordan-Language is designed for intermediate and advanced Arabic language students and Jordan-Internship is open to complete beginners.
The Jordan Resident Assistant (RA) is a part-time position. The RA has the opportunity to study Arabic with a private tutor while performing his/her duties for CET. The Jordan team includes the RA who reports directly to the Resident Director (RD); the RD, who manages all non-academic aspects of the program, such as housing, roommates, activities and budget; and the Academic Director (AD), who oversees the language program by managing the language faculty, adjusting curriculum and maintaining overall academic quality. The RA works closely with both teammates, particularly the RD, to ensure that all student needs are met promptly and effectively.
Because of the opportunity to attend Arabic language classes and conduct personal research given Jordan’s increasing importance in the region, this is an excellent position for a graduate student. The ideal candidate will be able to balance his/her own studies with the part-time RA duties, host visitors with poise, and competently handle all on-site emergencies. Candidates must be native-English speakers with excellent Arabic skills. The successful candidate will attend a two-day training session in DC before departure.
Candidates must be willing to sign at least a one-year contract with CET. Longer contracts are preferred.
Job: Resident Advisor – CET Academic Programs (India)
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Position: Resident Advisor
Posted by: CET Academic Programs
Location: Varanasi, India
Status: Part Time
Overview: The Varanasi Resident Advisor (RA) is a part-time position. The RA will participate in the Hindi language classes as a student while performing his/her duties for CET. Duties include meeting with students frequently to help them adjust to life in Varanasi, serving as a language and cultural resource for students, assisting on-site staff with minor tasks, writing program-related emails and reports, assisting the Program Director in handling on-site emergencies, hosting US faculty visitors on site, creating blog posts and other social media content, and assist all activities and trips.
Candidates must be native-English speakers with excellent Hindi skills. The successful candidate will attend a 3-day training session in DC before departure. Because the compensation package includes the opportunity to conduct language training and participate in field research, this is an excellent position for a graduate student. Candidates will need to be able to balance their own studies with the RA duties. Candidates must be willing to sign a one-year contract with CET.
Job: Academic Director – CET Academic Programs (Japan)
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Position: Academic Director
Posted by: CET Academic Programs
Location: Osaka, Japan
Status: Full Time
Overview: The Academic Director (AD) is responsible for managing the academics of and providing the vision and leadership for the Intensive Japanese Language & Culture Studies in Osaka program, which operates during the fall, spring and summer terms. The AD reports to the India, Japan and Vietnam Programs Manager based in Washington, DC, and works with the Resident Director, teachers, and staff of OGU’s International Center. Excellent communication, leadership and team work skills are essential. General responsibilities include managing CET’s Japanese language teachers, creating training seminars, assisting students outside of class on academic matters, drafting academic plans for upcoming semesters, teaching Japanese language classes, designing and directing each term’s academic orientation session, and contributing to the CET Japan Three-Year Plan.
Additionally, the AD must work together with Resident Director and OGU staff to ensure the quality of the program activities, on-going orientations, non-CET courses, and roommate program. Read More
Job: Trade Policy Research Assistant at the Office of the US Trade Representative
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Posted by Sebastian Shimomichi, a Data Analyst for marketing at an IT firm & upcoming software developer. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Trade Policy Research Assistant
Posted by: JETAA DC
Location: DC
Status: Full-Time
Overview: Begin a challenging and exciting career with the Executive Office of the President (EOP) providing support to the President of the United States. The EOP is comprised of The White House, Executive Residence, Office of the Vice President, Office of the United States Trade Representatives, Office of Science and Technology Policy, Office of the National Drug Control Policy, Office of Management and Budget, Office of Administration, National Security Council, Council on Environmental Quality, and Council of Economic Advisers. The EOP has responsibility for tasks ranging from communicating the President’s message to the American people to promoting our trade interests abroad.
Would you like to make a difference in today’s world? Consider a career in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President. The U.S. Trade Representative is America’s chief trade negotiator and the principal trade policy advisor to the President. The USTR and the Agency’s staff are responsible for developing and implementing trade policies which promote world growth, and create new opportunities for American businesses, workers and agricultural producers. Come and join us, for a better tomorrow.
