Jul 10

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


Position: Boarding Assistant in Boys’ Residence Hall Position
Posted by:
PASONA
Location:
Purchase, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Maho Yamamoto (PASONA) for passing along the following job opening.

Position Summary
This full-time, live-in Boarding Assistant role supports high school boys (grades 9–12) in a residential setting. The position plays a vital role in student life, providing supervision, pastoral care, and student development support. The role includes evening and early morning duties on weekdays, rotating weekend shifts, and holiday coverage as needed. The Boarding Assistant will reside in a private dorm apartment and act as a key point of support during non-academic hours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support daily dorm life and student behavior.
  • Provide pastoral care (e.g., health monitoring, emotional support, emergencies).
  • Support 1–2 weekly Independent Living Skills (ILS) classes.
  • Assist in planning and leading events (on/off campus).
  • Enforce safety, cleanliness, and community standards.
  • Serve as emergency contact during on-call hours (overnight).
  • Coordinate with healthcare providers, faculty, and parents.
  • Participate in school-wide duties, including committee and student activity roles.
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Jul 9

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


Position: Financial Assistant
Posted by:
PASONA
Location:
New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time; Temporary

Thanks to Maho Yamamoto (PASONA) for passing along the following job opening via PASONA.

Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Assistant to support the Treasury team with daily cash management and financial operations. This role involves payment processing, cash flow monitoring, bank reconciliations, and various treasury-related administrative functions.

We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and the ability to identify opportunities for process improvement. Candidates who enjoy working with data, solving problems, and improving operational efficiency are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

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Jul 8

By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here.

After the outdoor fireworks, enjoy some summer events in the cool indoors, whether it’s taking in North America’s largest annual Japanese film festival, checking out a Studio Ghibli classic, or enjoying a ballgame Japanese heritage-style!

This month’s highlights include: 

Courtesy of Japansociety.com

July 8-18

JAPAN CUTS 2026

Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street

$16-$35

North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese film returns for its 19th year this summer at Japan Society! Featuring over 30 curated films from across Japan featuring major award-winners, indie darlings, up-and-coming filmmakers, restorations, documentaries, short films, anime and more. JAPAN CUTS Powered by Canon is a showcase of the latest in Japanese cinema, featuring both today’s most popular actors and directors as well as tomorrow’s pioneering talent. Become part of our passionate filmgoer community for premieres, parties and celebrity guests in the heart of America’s biggest city! Leading this year’s highlights, JAPAN CUTS will present lauded actress Suzu Hirose with the CUT ABOVE Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film and host the New York Premiere of A Pale View of Hills starring Hirose as our Centerpiece Film, and the festival will conclude with legendary director Hirokazu Koreeda appearing in-person for the North American Premiere of Sheep in the Box, the Closing Film.

Nick Rutter

July 10-11

Joe Hisaishi in Concert

Carnegie Hall, 881 7th Avenue

From $95.25

Renowned composer Joe Hisaishi of Studio Ghibli fame returns to Carnegie Hall for a pair of classical performances leading the Orchestra of St. Luke’s following the release of his most recent album Joe Hisashi Conducts performed with Steve Reich. The program opens with Philip Glass’s Symphony No. 1, “Low,” inspired by David Bowie’s groundbreaking album. In the second half, Hisaishi conducts his major new work, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall, in its New York premiere. In a compelling dialogue between two minimalist masters, Hisaishi explores the depth and expressive power of the modern orchestra.

GKIDS

July 11-15

My Neighbor Totoro

Various theaters

Various prices

The latest selection from Fathom Entertainment’s Studio Ghibli Fest! From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of Spirited Away and Ponyo, and Academy Award-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, comes a classic tale of magic and adventure for the whole family. When Satsuki and her sister Mei move with their father to a new home in the countryside, they find country life is not as simple as it seems. They soon discover that the house and nearby woods are full of strange and delightful creatures, including a gigantic but gentle forest spirit called Totoro, who can only be seen by children. Totoro and his friends introduce the girls to a series of adventures, including a ride aboard the extraordinary Cat Bus, in this all-ages animated masterpiece featuring the voices of Tim Daly, Lea Salonga, and real-life sisters Dakota and Elle Fanning, in early roles.

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Jul 3

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


Position: Study Abroad Advisor
Posted by:
Kansas State University
Location:
Manhattan, KS, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Savannah Maynard (Nara, 2022-2025) for passing along the following job opening.

About This Role
The Study Abroad Advisor provides guidance and outstanding professional service to students before, during, and after their educational experience abroad. The Advisor informs students, parents, faculty, and staff about various study, internship, service, and research opportunities abroad, while also coordinating program and application processes, participates in campus recruitment and promotion, and communicates with relevant academic and administrative offices. The Advisor position is student orientated, helping expand student access to and participation in global applied learning experiences that support student success and career readiness.

The Study Abroad Advisor works with overseas partners to obtain information regarding application processes, course selection, arrival information, accommodation, and other relevant information. Some national and international travel is expected.

About Us
Education Abroad falls within the Office of International Programs (OIP) at Kansas State University and advances the university’s global mission by connecting students, faculty, staff, and partners through meaningful international education, collaboration, and engagement. OIP supports a vibrant global community by overseeing Education Abroad, the English Language Program, and International Student and Scholar Services, while fostering international research partnerships, academic exchanges, and cross-cultural initiatives. Through comprehensive programs, resources, and support services, we empower students to develop global perspectives, help international students and scholars thrive at K-State, and strengthen the university’s impact in Kansas and around the world.

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Jul 1

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


Position: Japanese Bilingual Showroom Customer Service & Luxury Goods Valuer
Posted by:
Quick USA
Location:
West Hollywood, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, Japan, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
A Japanese Luxury Retailer is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Japanese Bilingual Showroom Customer Service & Luxury Goods Valuer to join their West Hollywood, CA location.

This role involves delivering high-quality customer service, maintaining showroom presentation, and assisting with inventory management and stock organization.

The position also supports the luxury goods valuation process, including item intake, basic authenticity and condition checks, and preparation for appraisal decisions under supervisor guidance.

The ideal candidate is comfortable handling high-value items, has strong English communication skills, and possesses basic to intermediate Japanese proficiency (JLPT N4 or above; fluency not required) for internal communication.|

An interest in learning luxury goods appraisal and market-based pricing is highly valued.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 48k-54k mark

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Jun 30

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


Position: JLPT USA Team Assistant
Posted by:
American Association of Teachers of Japanese
Location:
Boulder, CO, USA; Hybrid
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Katie Ross (Gifu City, 2000-2001) for passing along the following job opening.

AATJ is the national teachers’ association for Japanese language educators. AATJ is also the exclusive administrator of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) in the US. AATJ is based on the University of Colorado Boulder campus, in the Center for Asian Studies. AATJ seeks a new team member to help with administration of the JLPT. The AATJ JLPT team works year-round to ensure a successful JLPT cycle. Hiring is through the University of Colorado Boulder, so please use the provided link for all position information and to submit an application.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/JLPT-USA-Team-Assistant/73096


Jun 16

Job: Gottschalk Teacher of English – Kobe College Corporation Japan Education Exchange (Hyogo, Japan)

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


Position: Gottschalk Teacher of English
Posted by:
Kobe College Corporation Japan Education Exchange
Location:
Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kobe College Corporation Japan Education Exchange for passing along the following job opening.

Description
Full-time Teacher of English as an Other Language with extra-curricular duties to high-achieving Japanese girls in grades 7 through 12 Kobe College Junior and Senior High School, a comprehensive private school.

Kobe College Corporation-Japan Education Exchange (KCC-JEE) is now accepting applications for the following position from motivated English language teachers wishing to enrich their professional career at a high-ranking academic institution in Japan.

Job Title, School and Location
 Full-time Teacher of English as an Other Language with extra-curricular duties to high-achieving Japanese girls in grades 7 through 12
 Kobe College Junior and Senior High School, a comprehensive private school
http://www.kobejogakuin-h.ed.jp/english/message.html
 Nishinomiya, Japan

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Jun 14

Job: Japanese Bilingual Production Engineer via Quick USA (Madison, AL, USA)

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


Position: Japanese Bilingual Production Engineer
Posted by:
Quick USA
Location:
Madison, AL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, Japan, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:

A Japanese Trading company is currently looking for a Japanese Bilingual Production Engineer to join their Madison AL team. The role is responsible for supporting the safe and reliable operation of production equipment, as well as equipment renewal, modification, and new installation projects. 

The Production Engineer I works closely with equipment suppliers, plant personnel, and contractors to troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives, support quality and production readiness activities, and evaluate new technologies for manufacturing operations. 

The candidates hired for this opportunity will get an opportunity to work abroad in Japan for up to half a year for training purposes. DOE and skills the pay for this position would be between the 65k-70k mark with amazon benefits. 

Your essential duties would be as follows: 

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Jun 6

Job: Japanese Bilingual Outside Sales – interesse international inc. (Boston, MA, USA)

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


Position: Japanese Bilingual Outside Sales
Posted by:
interesse international inc.
Location:
Boston, MA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Seiko Maruyama from interesse international inc. for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
– Identify new business opportunities through market research and analysis of customer needs.
– Generate new leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, and social media outreach.
– Schedule and conduct meetings with prospective clients to understand their needs and present suitable solutions.
– Deliver professional product and service presentations to potential and existing customers.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure long-term business success.
– Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and requests.
– Manage existing customer accounts, including accounts receivable (A/R) and merchandise returns.
– Develop a thorough understanding of products, services, and market trends to maximize sales opportunities.
– Prepare quotations, process orders, and assist customers with account setup and documentation.
– Achieve weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales goals and performance targets.
– Gather customer feedback and communicate market insights to internal teams.
– Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and territory performance.
– Prepare and submit regular sales reports, including call reports, work plans, and sales analyses.
– Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
– Contribute to revenue growth and profitability through effective account management and business development activities.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://iiicareer.com/applicant/en/detail.php?recid=63726


Jun 5

Job: Japanese English Bilingual Sales Assistant – interesse international inc. (East Brunswick, NJ, USA)

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


Position: Japanese English Bilingual Sales Assistant
Posted by:
interesse international inc.
Location:
East Brunswick, NJ, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Seiko Maruyama from interesse international inc. for passing along the following job opening.

<Description>
– Manage daily cash flow and coordinate payments to suppliers and vendors
– Prepare preliminary and final procurement cost calculations
Update and maintain pricing records, payment schedules, and related reports
– Maintain purchasing, accounting, and financial records in both physical and electronic filing systems
– Communicate regularly with vendors via email and phone regarding payments and expenses
– Verify and prepare documentation required for domestic and international shipments, including customs-related paperwork
– Assist with other administrative, accounting, and operational tasks as assigned

<Qualifications>
Entry-level candidates are welcome
Experience in import/export operations is a plus
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Ability to communicate professionally with vendors and business partners

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Jun 4

Job: Custom Programs Resident Director – CET Academic Programs (Osaka, Japan)

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


Position: Custom Programs Resident Director
Posted by:
CET Academic Programs
Location:
Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kate Maruyama (Osaka-fu, 2005-2008) for passing along the following job opening.

The Custom Programs Resident Director (CPRD) will plan and implement customized programs developed specifically for various universities in the United States. When custom programs are not on the ground, the CPRD may also be responsible for supporting other team members on CET’s standard semester programs as needed. The initial assignment will be for one term with a possible extension based on upcoming enrollment and satisfactory performance.

Attributes of the ideal CPRD candidate are strong leadership skills, flexibility, dedication, and enthusiasm for working with students and for cross-cultural exchanges.

Candidates are advised that this is a time-consuming, challenging position.

What you’ll do…

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Jun 2

Job: Local Subject Matter Expert – Minerva University (Tokyo, Japan)

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Position: Local Subject Matter Expert
Posted by: Minerva University
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jennifer Butler (Shizuoka, 2001-2004) for passing along the following job opening.

Local Subject Matter Experts for Minerva University’s Japanese Society and Culture Course (Fall 2026)

Minerva University seeks three Local Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to collaborate on the development and delivery of our immersive course, “Special Topics in Japanese Society and Culture.” These roles are designed for experts who can provide the “connective tissue” between academic theory and the lived reality of contemporary Japan. We are looking for practitioners and scholars who can move beyond delivering information to providing expert interpretation and local nuance. Note that the Fall 2026 semester runs from Sept 1- Dec 11, 2026 but work will begin in early August, 2026.

About Minerva University
Minerva University, based in San Francisco, California, offers a unique undergraduate experience for the brightest, most motivated students in the world. Minerva has been deliberately designed to teach the capabilities needed to solve complex challenges. Combining a reinvented curriculum, rigorous academic standards, cutting-edge technology, and an immersive global experience, Minerva provides an exceptional and accessible education to prepare future leaders and innovators across all disciplines.

Minerva undergraduate students come from all over the world to spend their second year in residence in Tokyo. Students live and study in a different major world city every year thereafter. These rich international experiences provide students with deep global understanding and skills.

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Jun 1

JQ Magazine: TK from Ling tosite sigure, OKI DUB AINU BAND, Naomi Watanabe

By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here.

After an unusually cool spring, it’s finally starting to feel like summer. Enjoy some seasonal events this month that celebrate the best of both fine and pop art.

This month’s highlights include:

Tuesday, June 2, 7:00 p.m.

TK from Ling tosite sigure

Irving Plaza, 17 Irving Place

From $64

Courtesy of Livenation.com

Tuesday, June 2, 7:00 p.m.

TK from Ling tosite sigure

Irving Plaza, 17 Irving Place

From $64

TK from Ling tosite sigure’s TOUR 2026 ISO×0 NORTH AMERICA marks a historic milestone for the acclaimed Japanese musician, serving as his first-ever headline tour outside of Asia. Best known as the vocalist, guitarist, and creative force behind Ling tosite sigure, TK brings his signature blend of intense post-hardcore energy, atmospheric soundscapes, and emotional songwriting to audiences across North America. The six-city tour travels through San Francisco, Los Angeles, Toronto, New York, Dallas, and Mexico City, celebrating over a decade of his solo career and the global impact of songs like “unravel,” the iconic opening theme from Tokyo Ghoul. With a reputation for technical musicianship, soaring vocals, and genre-defying compositions, TK’s 2026 tour offers international fans a rare chance to experience his immersive live performance in an intimate concert setting.

OKI performing with his OKI DUB AINU BAND in Hokkaido, Japan, 2023 © Lorraine Turci

OKI DUB AINU BAND © Courtesy of the artist

Thursday, June 4, 7:30 p.m.

OKI DUB AINU BAND

Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street

$32 members, $43 nonmembers

Back by popular demand after his 2022 sold-out tour – Ainu musician OKI (Oki Kano) returns to Japan Society for a one-night-only blowout concert with his OKI DUB AINU BAND! OKI’s band brings its globally-praised trademark fusion of reggae, African rhythms, electronic dub and folk music of the Ainu, Japan’s northernmost indigenous people. Resurrecting the tonkori, a five-string instrument native to the Ainu, OKI has travelled across five continents on his quest to share reconstructed sounds from Hokkaido that were nearly lost to the world. Followed by a Private Gathering for Artists and Members.

OKI DUB AINU BAND © Courtesy of the artist

OKI performing with his OKI DUB AINU BAND in Hokkaido, Japan, 2023 © Lorraine Turci

Friday, June 5, 6:30 p.m.

Talk Story: Sharing Ainu Culture with OKI

Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street

Various prices

$20 members, $28 nonmembers

OKI, an avid storyteller and one of the most prominent performers of Ainu folk music in the world, shares personal experiences, anecdotes and Ainu lore alongside talking about the traditional music of the tonkori – an instrument originally used by shamans to commune with the spirits of the natural world. OKI also chats about his recent forays into film directing, and his ongoing efforts to preserve and promote the unique culture of the Ainu people.

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May 26

Job: Reporter/Researcher – Yomiuri Shimbun (Washington, D.C., USA)

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


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

Thanks to Brian Wielk (Ishikawa, 2008-2011) for passing along the following job opening.

Main duties include assisting our Washington-based Japanese correspondents by attending video-conferences, 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 2026 will be a mid term election year, coverage of various campaign rallies and related events will also be an important part of the reporting duties. Rapid and precise transcription is also required. 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to coverage of the campaign trail, White House, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Treasury, Commerce, USTR and FRB. Additionally, the selected candidate may also be required to work other news areas as situation warrants. This position has no byline or article-writing opportunities at this time. 

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.

Poster (Brian Wielk) formerly held this position in 2017, enjoyed the working environment, continues to maintain positive relationships with former colleagues, and would highly recommend to interested candidates.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.journalismjobs.com/1645658-japans-largest-newspaper-seeks-hardworking-reporterresearcher-yomiuri-shimbun


May 22

Job: Real Estate Contract & Settlement Coordinator – Shiki Real Estate (Tokyo, Japan)

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


Position: Real Estate Contract & Settlement Coordinator (不動産契約・決済コーディネーター)
Posted by:
Shiki Real Estate
Location:
Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid/Remote)
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Anna Ayvazyan (Hyogo, (2017-2022)) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: We are seeking a Real Estate Contract & Settlement Coordinator to manage the transaction process from contract through settlement for domestic real estate transactions. This position involves working closely with buyers’ representatives, judicial scriveners, business partners, and internal teams to ensure smooth and accurate transaction execution.

Application Process: To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to <anna[at]shikiproperties[dot]com>


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