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.

I’ve been on the road for the majority of this month interpreting for the Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program. I’m traveling with a six-person group from Japan here in the U.S. to study technology transfer and commercialization of biotechnology. Our three-week journey is an East Coast tour that has taken us from Washington D.C. to Boston and Philadelphia, followed by our current final stop of Orlando (where we were almost derailed by Hurricane Idalia!).

During our time in Philly, I was delighted to discover a previously unknown Isamu Noguchi sculpture. Philly has a robust public art program, including a wide variety of murals all throughout the city. This Noguchi work called A Bolt of Lightening refers to Benjamin Franklin’s famous experiment flying a kite in an electrical storm. It rises above what seemed to be a construction site so at first I thought it was some sort of crane, but upon closer look it revealed itself to be a stainless steel structure supported by cables.

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Position: Part-Time Assistant Director
Posted by: Kobe Trade Information Office (KTIO)
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Contract: Part-Time ; No visa sponsorship; Starts at $20/hour and increases to $23/hour after 90 days.

Thanks to Kobe Trade Information Office (KTIO) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:

• Perform secretarial duties including answering phones, scheduling meetings, responding to inquiries and emails, managing payroll, tax filings, and bookkeeping, and assisting the Director with any events, exchanges, or domestic business trips.
• Facebook, Linkedin, email newsletters, website updates for articles and contact information.
• Work duties are not very difficult.
• Work within 20 hours per week.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kobe-trade-information-office_job-recruitment-seattle-activity-7099907894329966592-r5lE/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

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Position: Client Services Associate
Posted by: Preqin
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; No visa sponsorship

Thanks to JET alumnus, Andrew James (Miyazaki-ken, 2015-2018) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: Our Client engagement strategy involves close and consistent relationship building with our clients, to have a deep understanding of their work processes and requirements and from there ensuring they have access to the best and most suitable tools on our platform.

We are seeking an analytical and organised individual with knowledge of the financial markets, client-facing experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Microsoft Excel). Our ideal candidate would have a strong consultative approach to effectively engage with clients in these markets.

We are continuing to invest in our customer-oriented strategy and this role will report to the Head of APAC Client Services. The position is an important part of implementing Preqin’s client-focused approach.

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Position: Part-time Event Manager
Posted by: Fever
Location: Osaka/Kyoto/Kobe, Nagoya or Sapporo, Japan
Contract: Part-Time

Thanks to Fever for passing along the following job opening.

Act as the main point of contact onsite for Candlelight events and staff; communicate directly with Fever Originals manager. See more at the link below.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://careers.feverup.com/jobs/4105181101/event-manager-part-time/

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Position: Sales Team Leader
Posted by: Inside Travel Group
Location: Broomfield, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time ; No visa sponsorship

Our Values

In everything we do at Inside Travel Group, we strive to deliver a Quality and Friendly service with Integrity, Determination and Passion using our collective Knowledge. This is at the heart of the organization, and the company looks for every individual to demonstrate this daily. Each member of the team is expected to exemplify the company values through their work and professional conduct. We expect everyone to set an example to those around them and to be conscious that they are representing the company when working with customers and partner organizations.

Our Culture

You’ll be part of a fun, friendly team of employees, all of whom share a passion for our destinations, a belief in our brands and a strong collective sense of values and purpose. Our work culture is supportive, creative and dedicated, and it’s at its best when we all try to lead by example; the more you put in, the more you and the team get out, and it’ll be important that you play your part.

Job Purpose

To maximise the performance of your team of Travel Consultants, driving them to hit individual and team targets in productivity, sales, service and profit.

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Position: Project Manager
Posted by: Fever
Location: Osaka, Japan 
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Fever for passing along the following job opening.

As a Project Manager, you will work with your team lead to develop, launch and manage your events, from A to Z. Together with the other departments, you will define the way to scale this event to new cities across Japan.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –  https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/project-manager-at-fever-3641791637/?originalSubdomain=jp

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Position: Career Development and Graduate Support Coordinator
Posted by: Ashinaga Foundation
Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to Ashinaga Foundation for passing along the following job opening.

Salary/Hourly Rate: Annual contracts start between 4,123,200 yen and 4,842,000 yen, depending on the experience level, commensurate with experience.

One-year contract: The contract may be renewed upon discussion.

Other benefits:

• Economy class flight to/from Japan from/to the country of residence (at the beginning and end of your employment with Ashinaga).
• Language lesson budget support (Japanese, English, French and Portuguese), up to JPY20,000/month.
• Work-related travel expenses.
• Inclusion in an employee insurance program.
• 20 paid holidays per year (excluding national holidays and weekends.

Start Date: mid-October 2023

Responsibilities

We are hiring a Career Development and Graduate Support Coordinator to join our international team to support Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) Scholars and Graduates. The position has two roles: (1) to work with the Professional Network and Career Development team (PND) to support AAI Scholars in navigating their career journey through their university life and (2) to work with Graduates and Alumni team (GAT) to facilitate positive engagement of AAI Graduates. This role also requires collaboration with other team members within AAI and Ashinaga regional offices (US, UK, France, Brazil, Uganda, and Senegal). Your duties would entail the following:

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Position: JET Program Coordinator and Educational Affairs Specialist
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Contract: Full-Time; $19-$27 per hour; No visa sponsorship

Thanks to the Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle for passing along the following job opening.

The consulate is seeking a well-qualified individual with excellent communication skills to serve as JET Program Coordinator and Educational Affairs Specialist. This position will be responsible mainly for supporting the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program in addition to Japanese government (MEXT) scholarships and other tasks related to public outreach and culture.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.seattle.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/11_000001_00495.html

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Position: Multiple Positions
Posted by: DSA International
Location: Multiple Cities in the USA & in Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Emi Tanaka from DSA International (a Japanese recruiting company) for passing along the following information.

Japanese/American Companies seeking candidates nationwide & international. All of our positions are direct-hire with company benefits!  Please see the below partial listings, we also have many other positions available! 

• Entry Level Management Trainee and International Trader (Los Angeles, San Jose, Arizona, Tennessee, Alabama, Pasadena, Detroit, New York, Chicago, Hawaii, San Diego, Alabama, Ohio, North Carolina, Torrance, Orange County/CA) $40k – $90k/y
• Translator/Interpreter (Bilingual Japanese/English Language) (remote/CA/TN) $55k-$80k/y
• Engineers (California and Michigan locations) $100k – $130k/y
• Senior Level Accounting (Assistant Accounting Manager and Controller positions) (Torrance/Los Angeles, CA. Tokyo, Japan, and San Jose, CA) $90k – $130k/y

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Position: Executive Director
Posted by: Japan America Society of the State of Washington (JASSW)
Location: Mercer Island, WA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to PNWJETAA for passing along the following opening:

The Japan American Society of Washington State is seeking a new Executive Director.

About Us:

The Japan America Society of the State of Washington (JASSW) is celebrating our 100^th Anniversary in 2023.  We are based in Seattle, dedicated to promoting friendship and understanding between the people of the State of Washington and Japan. We strive to pursue this objective through programs and events which foster our mission. With a small team of dedicated professionals and a strong network of volunteers, we work tirelessly to make a positive difference in the lives of stakeholders.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as the Executive Director.

 As the Executive Director, you will be responsible for carrying out the goals and objectives set forth by a 45-member board by overseeing all aspects of our organization’s operations, including strategic planning, program development, fundraising, grant writing, financial management, and team leadership. You will report directly to the Board Chair and work collaboratively with the leaders of the board of directors, staff, and community partners to ensure the organization’s continued growth and success.

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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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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/

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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/