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Position: Accounting Assistant, AP/AR & Administrative Support
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Plano, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time

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

A Japanese Food manufacturing company located in Plano, TX is currently seeking a full time, fully onsite Accounting Assistant & Administrative Support to join their team.

The role focuses on daily accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR) activities while supporting the Senior Accountant with essential closing processes. It is an ideal fit for a collaborative team player who enjoys balancing financial tasks with general office coordination.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this opportunity would be between the 45k-50k mark with great benefits.

Your main duties would be as follows:

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By Vlad Baranenko (Saitama-ken, 2000-02) for JQ magazine. Photos by JYP Entertainment, Sarah Waxberg.

On February 20, the sensational K-pop group TWICE lit up UBS Arena for the second of three sold-out performances in Belmont, New York. The eight members in attendance, along with backup dancers and a live band, transformed the 19,000-seater into a party of lasers, dynamic light effects, and voices that has mesmerized fans of all ages around the world. This writer was fortunate enough to have been invited to witness the spectacle firsthand, enjoying a spellbinding 30-song extravaganza ahead of the group’s tenth anniversary this fall.

Before diving into the concert, it’s noteworthy to mention a bit about the group. Formed in 2015 under JYP Entertainment, TWICE debuted as a nine-member girl group — Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu — and quickly rose to prominence with catchy and energetic hits that became their calling card. Early singles like “CHEER UP” established their blend of bubbly pop melodies and sharp choreography, and later releases like “FANCY” and “Feel Special” showed everyone the group’s evolution. In just the last few years, TWICE have hit their share of milestones: In 2023 they became the first female K-pop group to headline major U.S. stadiums, selling out shows at SoFi Stadium and MetLife Stadium, and last year they made history again as the first K-pop girl group to headline Lollapalooza in Chicago. Their English-language single “The Feels” broke into the Billboard Hot 100, and 2024’s mini-album With YOU-th became their first to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Their most recent full-length album, THIS IS FOR, also debuted in the Top 10.

This wasn’t my first time seeing a girl group perform at a major U.S. venue, and I wasn’t expecting the crowd to be any different from the likes of J-pop fans or Hatsune Miku, but I must admit that this mix felt different. Somehow, the teenagers and older fans well into their 30s seemed more mature, dressed in a stylish manner that I wasn’t used to. Needless to say, I later discovered that the outfits many fans adorned were a tribute to the style of the group’s music videos. Multiple people wore the iconic red crochet bonnet, the style associated with TWICE’s “THIS IS FOR” music video. High cut pink fur boots were also abundant, featured in the group’s performance at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (another first for a K-pop group). 

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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. She also shares her interpreting adventures and the interesting things she has encountered in the course of her work.

The frigid, snow-filled winter here in NY looks to be reaching an end, with warmer temps forecast for next week and 春分の日 (shunbun no hi or spring equinox) around the bend. Since I’ve last written a lot has been going in the world to say the least, but I figured I’d stick to the more light-hearted topic of 桜 (sakura or cherry blossoms).

I had a business trip in Japan last month, so was very happy to have the chance to visit for the first time in three years. I knew it was too early to see the sakura in bloom, but I did see some beautiful pink and white 梅の花 (ume no hana or plum blossoms, which is also the name of my favorite tofu restaurant in Japan). I was hoping that despite the lack of cherry blossoms that sakura-flavored sweets might be available, and boy were they! MUJI alone boasts a lineup of 14 sakura-themed treats this year, ranging from scones and cheesecake to manju and mochi to tea and lattes. I have to admit there was a special sakura section in my suitcase reserved for these goodies.

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Position: Local Staff, Economic Division
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking to hire a local employee in the Economic Division. To apply, please submit the required documents (see below) to the e-mail address below by March 23, 2026. For more details, please see the recruitment guide below.

Duties:
– Communicating and supporting relationships with government and corporate contacts, including arranging and/or participating in meetings and reporting results clearly
– Daily research on Japanese business issues and U.S. economic conditions
– Writing and editing public statements by the Consulate
– Responding to telephone and e-mail inquiries from the general public related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Economic Division

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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.

Stay warm this winter with some hot local events, from showcases that will transport you to another time and place, a clutch of debut screenings, and live events you won’t want to miss.

This month’s highlights include:

March 2-3, 7:00 p.m.

Akira Yamaoka with Special Guest Raj Ramayya

Irving Plaza, 17 Irving Place

From $41

Acclaimed composer Akira Yamaoka, best known for his haunting and emotional soundtracks to the Silent Hill video game and film series, has announced his first-ever U.S. tour. This pair of highly anticipated NYC dates will bring Yamaoka’s iconic music to life through an immersive live performance experience, blending atmospheric soundscapes, visual storytelling, and the chilling beauty that defined a generation of psychological horror. Opening each night on the tour will be Raj Ramayya, the internationally acclaimed singer, composer, and lyricist known for his work on Cowboy Bebop, Resident Evil, and collaborations with Yoko Kanno. Together, they create a sound that blurs the line between digital isolation and human connection, a haunting and immersive experience that will come to life. Accompanied by a full band, each performance will transport audiences into the world of Yamaoka’s sonic imagination.

Friday, March 6, 6:00 p.m.

The Ozu Diaries

Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street

$12 members, $14 students/seniors, $16 nonmembers

During his lifetime, director Yasujiro Ozu maintained a trove of personal diaries that reveal a remarkably intimate side of the legendary filmmaker. Pulling from essays, home movies, archival photos, and recollections of Ozu-gumi (Ozu staff/collaborators) like Kogo Noda and Kinuyo Tanaka, The Ozu Diaries attempts to unmask the mystique surrounding Ozu’s persona. With fascinating anecdotes—such as Ozu hearing a rumor that Setsuko Hara could not act prior to working with her—and contributions by Kiyoshi Kurosawa and Wim Wenders, The Ozu Diaries offers a glimpse of one of cinema’s greatest masters, an auto portrait told through his own words.

9:00 p.m.

Late Autumn

$8 members, $14 students/seniors, $16 nonmemembers

35mm presentation! A crowning achievement from Yasujiro Ozu’s late period, Late Autumn—like Good Morning and Floating Weeds before it—reworks the plot of an earlier production: 1949’s Late Spring. Setsuko Hara, no longer the ebullient ingénue, plays the part of serene and composed widow Akiko whose daughter Ayako (Yoko Tsukasa) becomes the unwitting subject of an orchestrated matchmaking. However, the setup does not go according to plan when Ayako outright refuses marriage. Featuring a delightfully feisty Mariko Okada and the soft-spoken, doe-eyed Keiji Sada as secondary players, this Agfacolor comedy is an Ozu melodrama par excellence—observant, witty, and unrelentingly tragic in the face of life’s vicissitudes. Get 25% off when you purchase a ticket for The Ozu Diaries and Late Autumn in the same transaction ($8 off non-members / $5 off for members).

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Position: Sales Engineer (Sales Representative)
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Plano, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time

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

A Japanese Manufacturing company is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Sales Engineer ( Sales Representative) to join their Plano, TX location.

The ideal candidate will drive new business growth, manage key accounts, provide technical sales support, and share market insights to strengthen brand presence and support continuous improvement. This is also an entry level position, so candidates with existing engineering and/or sales experience are ideal, but candidates with no prior experience in these fields but interested are encouraged to apply.

Japanese proficiency, although a very big plus, is not required. DOE and skills, the pay range for this opportunity will be between 55k-80k with great benefits.

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Position: Corporate Services Associate
Posted by: Aflac International
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Okung Obang (Kochi, 2019-2021) for passing along the following job opening.

This position supports communication among the Company’s important internal (groupwide) and external stakeholders. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Corporate Services Associate to support cross-functional corporate operations. The ideal candidate is bilingual – English (native) and Japanese (business level) – who possesses excellent English writing skills and is adept at creating visually compelling, easy-to-understand presentation materials in a cross-cultural context. The ideal candidate will be sensitive to business protocols, manage multiple priorities, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment according to the Company’s Core Values.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please email – sato_w[at]aflac.co.jp

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Position: Program Coordinator, Bing Overseas Studies Program
Posted by: Stanford Global
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Stanford University for passing along the following job opening.

PLEASE SUBMIT both a CV (in English) and 職務経歴書 (in Japanese).

The Bing Overseas Studies Program (BOSP) at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the Program Coordinator role at Stanford in Kyoto, Japan

About Stanford University and BOSP Japan

Stanford University is one of the world’s leading research and teaching institutions. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. A key aspect of this is to provide serious international educational opportunities to our students. Sustaining and developing these rich offerings is an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging project. For more information about Stanford in Kyoto, please click HERE.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the administration of a range of academic and experiential projects and programs aimed at enhancing learning opportunities for students, and for maintaining the technology used in the Stanford Japan Center. This position reports to the Program Director in Kyoto.

In this role, your primary duties and responsibilities will include:

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Position: Sales Representative
Posted by: PASONA North America
Location: Novi, MI, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JAMES WILLIAMS (Hyogo, 2008-2012) for passing along the following job opening via PASONA North America.

About the Company

A globally recognized automotive supplier specializing in plastic injection-molded components and decorative trim systems is seeking a Sales Representative to support its Michigan office.

With strong product knowledge and awareness of industry trends, the Sales Representative will develop new business opportunities, communicate directly with clients and prospects, understand their operational needs, and recommend solutions that maximize value.

This role is primarily desk-based and centers on communication between customers and the Illinois manufacturing plant. The position works closely with a bilingual team that includes Japanese expatriates, so comfort in a cross-cultural environment is important.

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Position: Sales Rep.
Posted by: Interesse International Inc.
Location: Cincinnati, OH, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Seiko Maruyama for passing along the following job opening via Interesse International Inc.

This position is in charge of sales for the US (Midwest with some exceptions), Canada and Mexico as well as certain other English speaking countries worldwide where assistance is needed.

Essential Job Functions:
1. Primary Job Function
-Maintains open and friendly communication with all existing clients. Meet as needed.
-Build customer base of existing products through research and cold calls.
-Obtain information on new products from our parents company’s worldwide locations. Produce list of
potential customers and contact.
-Contribute analytical information to enable completion of budget forecasting.
-Review monthly P&L to monitor profit margins and determine if price increases need to be made and where savings can occur.

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Position: Chinese-English Bilingual Sales Representative
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Austin, Texas or Houston, Texas
Contract: Full-Time

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

A Japanese Food company is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite, Chinese-English Outside Sales Representative to join either Austin, TX or Houston, TX location.

The Sales Representative will drive sales growth by meeting targets, managing customer relationships, processing orders accurately, coordinating with internal teams, ensuring timely payments and deliveries, and representing the company at meetings and events while following company policies.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 45k-55k mark and it comes with great benefits.

Although previous sales experience is a plus, it is not required as this could be considered an entry level position.

If the candidate doesn’t have previous sales experience, any sort of prior food service related experience or supermarket experience would be a very big plus ( Super market cashier, line cook, server, barista etc)

The one required qualification is fluency in both English and Chinese.

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Position: Travel Consultant (Japan Specialist)
Posted by: Inside Travel Group
Location: Broomfield, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Austin Weber, who works for Inside Travel Group for passing along the following job opening.

As a Travel Consultant, you will use your extensive understanding of Japan to create unforgettable cultural adventures for our clients. Exceptional time management, confidence, communication, and organisation are a must for efficiently prioritizing tasks and providing top-notch service for both new clients and ongoing bookings. High performance will be rewarded with sales and customer service-based commission, along with regular familiarisation trips to our destination countries to enhance your knowledge.

What You Will be Doing:

• Consult with customers to identify their individual holiday requirements.
• Create high-quality tailor-made itineraries based on customer requirements.
• Work to achieve individual and team sales targets.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of the customer booking to ensure successful delivery of trip.

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Position: International Programs Coordinator
Posted by: Stanford Law School
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kiki Shen (Tokyo, 2017-2020) for passing along the following job opening.

The International Programs Coordinator is the chief administrator for six graduate degree programs (JSM, JSD and LLM), the primary resource for students and program applicants, and the go-to person for questions and issues related to these programs. In this role you are also responsible for the Visiting Scholar program and the Global Quarter Program.

This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Admissions and Financial Aid with additional reporting to the Associate Dean for Advanced Degree Programs and the Associate Dean for Global Programs. Additionally, the International Programs Coordinator will take direction from the faculty member in charge of each of the graduate degree programs and the Global Quarter Program.

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Position: Japanese Bilingual Freight Forwarding Coordinator
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening via Quick USA.

A Japanese Logistics company is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Japanese Bilingual Freight Forwarding Coordinator to join their Elk Grove Village, IL location.

This position is responsible for coordinating international freight forwarding operations, including air and ocean shipments, import/export procedures, customer service, and documentation. The role works closely with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth and timely logistics operations.

DOE and skill, the pay range for this position would be between the 48k-50k mark. It also includes greater benefits. Prior experience in logistics is a plus, but Japanese bilingual candidates with no industry experience are encouraged to apply as well.

Your essential duties would include the following:

• Coordinate international air and ocean freight shipments from booking through final delivery
• Handle export and import operations, including booking, transportation arrangements, arrival notices, and delivery coordination
• Prepare and manage shipping, customs, and transportation documentation for import/export entries
• Provide quotations and issue invoices related to freight services
• Communicate with customers, contractors, carriers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely service
• Monitor shipment status, resolve issues, and provide regular updates to customers
• Negotiate freight rates and coordinate packing dimensions, weights, and routing details
• Maintain accurate records and process data within internal logistics systems

Please consider the following qualifications:

• Experience in logistics, transportation, or freight forwarding operations preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Business-level proficiency in both English and Japanese
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, documentation processing)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Basic math skills and familiarity with domestic and international geography preferred

Application Process: Please send your resume to carlos [at] 919usa [dot] com

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. 

Stay warm this winter with some hot local events, from live showcases that will transport you to another time and place, a clutch of wide release screenings, and a live K-pop performance you won’t want to miss.

This month’s highlights include:

Opens Thursday, Feb. 5

Kokuho

Angelika Film Center New York, 18 West Houston Street

$19

This historic hit broke a 22-year-old record in late November, becoming the highest-grossing live-action film of all time in Japan with over 12.3 million tickets sold to date, surpassing $111 million USD. In December, it was shortlisted for two Oscar categories — Best International Feature, in addition to Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Nagasaki, 1964. After the death of his father, the leader of a yakuza gang, 14-year-old Kikuo is taken under the wing of a famous Kabuki actor. Alongside Shunsuke, the actor’s only son, Kikuo decides to dedicate himself to this traditional form of theatre. Across decades, the two young men grow and evolve together – from acting school to the grandest stages – amid scandals and glory, brotherhood and betrayals, as each pushes to become the greatest living Kabuki master. Directed by Sang-il Lee (Hula Girls). Written by Satoko Okudera (Wolf Children) and Shûichi Yoshida (original novel). Starring Ryo Yoshizawa (Kingdom), Ryusei Yokohama (Your Eyes Tell) and Ken Watanabe (The Last Samurai).

Opens Friday, Feb. 6

Scarlet

Various theaters

Various prices

Includes special IMAX screenings! From visionary Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Mamoru Hosoda (Mirai) comes a powerful, time-bending animated adventure about Scarlet, a medieval-era, sword fighting princess on a dangerous quest to avenge the death of her father. After failing at her mission and finding herself gravely injured in the Otherworld that exists somewhere between life and death, she encounters an idealistic young man from our present day who not only helps her to heal but shows her the possibility of a future free of bitterness and rage. When confronted again by her father’s killer, Scarlet faces her most daunting battle: can she break the cycle of hatred and find meaning in life beyond revenge? “As we witness heartbreaking conflicts around the world, I believe that finding love and choosing to live together in unity is what will lead us towards something better. That’s why I want to share this new film with the world — now more than ever,” explains director Hosoda.

Feb. 18, 20-21

TWICE – This Is For World Tour

UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead Turnpike (Elmont)

From $74.20

For the first time, global K-pop superstars TWICE will perform in-the-round on a 360-degree stage, transforming arenas into immersive spaces where fans can experience the show from every angle Most recently, TWICE released their 4th full length album, THIS IS FOR, which debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking the group’s seventh consecutive entry on the chart. The girl group also contributed to the official soundtrack for Netflix’s hit film KPop Demon Hunters. Members JEONGYEON, JIHYO, and CHAEYOUNG recorded a special version of the original track “TAKEDOWN,” featured during the film’s powerful end sequence and accompanied by exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the recording studio. Their rendition of the song went on to reach #58 on the Billboard Hot 100, while TWICE’s hit single “STRATEGY,” also included on the film’s soundtrack, achieved notable success on the Hot 100 as well. These accomplishments set the stage for TWICE’s highly anticipated 10th anniversary this October – a celebration of a decade of groundbreaking success, artistic evolution, and global impact. Members Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu will deliver their all-new production and a career-spanning setlist featuring hits like “The Feels,” “More & More,” “FANCY,” and “STRATEGY” to arenas worldwide.

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