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Position: Public Relations Assistant
Posted by: Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nation
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jaime Cerna (Okinawa, 2017-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

Public Relations Assistant : 1 person

• Public Relations Assistant will be in charge of supporting and engaging in any duties pertaining to the General Affairs Section including assisting the Minister of General Affairs Section, coordination of press relations and cultural events at the General Affairs Section, as well as other activities. Please see the attachment for detailed descriptions of expected job responsibilities. 
• Full-time local staff. Monday through Friday. 8 hrs 45 min./day (including a break of one hour)
• 3 months probation period required. 2 years thereafter with possible extension.
• Excellent writing, verbal communication and touch-typing skills in English required.

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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 live showcases that will transport you to another time and place, a clutch of new anime screenings, and a live performance you won’t want to miss.

One of the great artists of the violin world, Midori returns to the 92NY stage with pianist Özgür Aydin for a recital of music at the heart of her artistry. She opens with the New York premiere of a new work by Che Buford inspired by spirituals, followed by Brahms’ beautiful Violin Sonata in G Major and Poulenc’s Violin Sonata, with its touches of Parisian character. Celebrating the 150th anniversary of his birth, the concert closes with a pair of pieces by Ravel, including one of Midori’s signature works, the fiery Tzigane, which she performed in her recital debut over 30 years ago and continues to make her own. 

Program: CHE BUFORD Resonances of Spirit BRAHMS Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78 ———– POULENC Sonata for Violin and Piano RAVEL Kaddish (arr. L. Garban) Tzigane

Monday, March 10, 7:30 p.m.

the far side of the moon

Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street

$21, $14 Japan Society members

In the wake of the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, an aging mother and her adult hikikomori (shut-in) son struggle under the weight of isolation, time and memory. With a cataclysmic flash, the woman is in jeopardy, unable to find help in her haunted and absent son and invisible to passerby behind her property fence. Yet, in a torn and poisoned world, sometimes we do the most good by extending a hand over the fence towards what we can’t reach. Continuing our focus on female playwrights, Izumi Kasagi, whose play the far side of the moon was a prestigious Kishida Kunio Drama Award finalist, paints lives in shimmering watercolors in this moving modern meditation on old age and loneliness. Skye Kowaleski, NYC-based holistic artist and former co-director of the OBIE-award winning venue JACK, leads their local cast through this poetic work. Followed by an Artist Q&A.

March 12, 16

Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack

Various theaters

Various prices

An Anime Expo Cinema Nights exclusive! Universal Century 0093. The previously missing Char Aznable has revived Neo Zeon and declared war against the Earth Federation government. The Londo Bell unit commanded by Bright Noa is forced to fight alone and unaided against the Neo Zeon forces, which have begun dropping asteroids onto the Earth. Among the Londo Bell members is Amuro Ray, Char’s longtime rival. But their valiant efforts are in vain as 5th Luna falls onto the planet. Sensing a further threat behind Char’s movements, Amuro heads for the Moon to collect the Nu Gundam, a mobile suit equipped with a psycho-frame. Waiting for him is its lead developer, Chan Agi. Meanwhile, Bright’s son Hathaway Noa meets a girl named Quess Paraya on his way into space, and is instantly attracted to her.

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Position: Human Resources Representative
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Brea, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

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

A Japanese Entertainment Company is currently looking for a Human Resources Representative to join their Brea, CA location.

This position is responsible for the administration of the Human Resources Department within the company. The duties include maintaining human resource related records, ensuring the policies and regulations are being followed, and administration/coordination of human resource related programs.

DOE and skills, this position could pay up to 54k. This position includes benefits such as medical, dental and vision 100% covered by the company and PTO as well.

Your essential duties would include the following:

• Responsible for maintaining and updating employee personnel records.
• Reviews and verifies payroll hours on time cards
• Administers new hire and termination packets for all employees.
• Facilitates new employee orientation.
• Responsible for managing employee attendance records, including PTO accruals and requests.
• Prepares and updates employee performance evaluations.

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Position: MEXT Scholarship and JET Program Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Magda Fuller (Ishikawa, 2015-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

The Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Scholarship and JET (Japan Exchange & Teaching) Program Coordinator for the Japan Information Center (JIC).

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.chicago.us.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100803743.pdf

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Position: General Manager (COO Candidate)
Posted by: Koshidaka Holdings
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jason Greene (Kariwa-mura, Kashiwazaki-shi, Niigata-ken, 2008-2010) for passing along the following job opening.\

This role will be instrumental in launching and managing Koshidaka’s U.S. operations, starting with the establishment of the first store. The role involves overseeing all aspects of store operations, leading future expansion, and spearheading key strategies for property development, staffing, and marketing.

Aligned with Koshidaka’s mission to bring joy to customers, foster happiness among employees and stakeholders, and energize communities, this role will drive the implementation of innovative practices that reflect the company’s values. This position demands a hands-on leader with a proven track record of operational excellence, customer-centric approaches, and the ability to manage through all stages of growth— from startup to scaling operations.

This role must be willing to work onsite, including evening and late-night shifts as necessary, to ensure smooth operations during the business hours of 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM. The ability to adapt and lead in a dynamic environment while maintaining alignment with Koshidaka’s commitment to enriching leisure experiences is essential.

Key Responsibilities
Phase 1: Launch and Initial Operations
• Lead the opening of the first U.S. location, including site setup, staff recruitment, training, and operational readiness. Oversee all aspects of daily store operations, including service quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Work onsite as needed, with a willingness to work shifts that may extend to 2 AM, particularly during weekends or key business hours.
• Implement Koshidaka’s operational standards while adapting them for the U.S. market.

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Position: Japanese Language Immersion Teacher (K-5)
Posted by: South Academy of International Languages (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools)
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Mayako Hamrick, who’s the Lead Japanese Language Immersion Teacher with the South Academy of International Languages (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools) for passing along the following job opening.

South Academy of International Languages (S.A.I.L.) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Japanese Language Immersion Teacher for our elementary school program. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering student growth, passionate about the Japanese language and culture, and experienced in delivering transformative instruction in a full immersion environment. As a Japanese Language Immersion Teacher, you will teach core subjects, including math, science, and social studies, aligned with the North Standard Course of Study (NC SCOS), entirely in Japanese.

• Implement a comprehensive Japanese language immersion curriculum for elementary students aligned with North Carolina Curriculum standards.
• Deliver engaging, student-centered lessons across core subjects, focusing on language acquisition.
• Create a classroom environment that captures the culture and language, both orally and in print.
• Assess student progress and design interventions to support continuous academic growth toward grade-level expectations.
• Develop specialized instructional materials in Japanese to support the NC SCOS, using visual aids, real objects, and manipulative materials.

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Position: Assistant Director
Posted by: Temple University, Japan Campus
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Temple University, Japan Campus for passing along the following job opening.

Overview of Position
TUJ’s Academic English Program (AEP) offers both semester-long and short-term academic English programs of all ages, from elementary school students to adults. The Assistant Director will play a key leadership role in planning, executing, and continuously improving academic English programs at TUJ Kyoto. This position involves overseeing day-to-day operations, developing new programs, supporting instructors and students, and collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success.

The Assistant Director will manage administrative processes, support program marketing and promotion, and ensuring smooth program delivery at TUJ Kyoto. As AEP serves as student pipeline into TUJ, the Assistant Director will assist with recruit efforts and liaise with private and public stakeholders regarding potential and actual programs. Additionally, the Assistant Director may assist with admissions counseling related matters including recruitment visits, open campus events, and language testing.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with a passion for international education.

Primary Responsibilities
Program Management and Development

• Oversee the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of AEP programs, especially youth and short-term programs at TUJ Kyoto.

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Position: Associate Producer
Posted by: NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Bronwyn Hales (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, 2022-2023) for passing along the following job opening.

Overview:
NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) currently has an opening in its Washington DC bureau for the
Associate Producer position. This entry-level position is a fantastic opportunity for those who are early in their careers.

Responsibilities:
 Daily coverage of US news
 Monitoring breaking US/international news
 Attendance at press briefings, policy speeches and think tank events around Washington
 Covering 2026 Mid Term elections and 2028 Presidential election
 Arranging all logistics for trips and being able to drive for camera crew
 Research for feature news stories

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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.

After a deep chill here in New York last week, we’re blessed with spring-like temps as we head into March. We’re also in the thick of awards season, and on Sunday I enjoyed watching the SAG Awards (The Film Independent Spirit Awards also took place the day before, but I haven’t had a chance to catch them yet). Much like at the Emmy’s and Golden Globes, the television show Shogun dominated the categories it was nominated in. Once again, Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai won for Best Male/Female Actor, and the show itself clinched Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.

In her acceptance speech, Sawai highlighted her sadness at the fact that this was the last time she and her cast would be there as a team celebrating together. A few days before the ceremony Sawai was selected as one of TIME’s Women of the Year. In the article she discusses the weight of portraying Asian women on screen, as well as her desire to challenge herself in different genres going forward. Sawai was the first Asian woman to win the Emmy for Lead Actress in a Drama.

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Position: Economic Development Representative
Posted by: JETRO
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) for passing along the following job opening.

(Position／役職)
Economic Development Representative for supporting economic relationships between Japan and the US at the Research and Information Services Department, JETRO New York

(Job Summary／業務内容)
• Under general supervision of the Executive Director and Director, assists with Federal, State, and Local organizations, businesses, institutions, both from the US and Japan, in the research, preparation, and implementation of bilateral economic relationship activities, programs, and services.
次長およびディレクターの一般的な監督の下、日米両国の連邦、州、地方の組織、企業、機関とともに、二国間経済関係活動、プログラム、サービスの調査、準備、実施を補佐する。

• Research, identify, develop, and monitor Federal and State Government activities in the US and investment activities from Japanese companies to provide accurate and relevant data that encourage economic relationship between the two countries.
米国における連邦政府および州政府の活動や日本企業の投資活動を調査、特定、開発、モニターし、正確で関連性の高いデータを提供することで、両国の経済関係を促進する。

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Position: Japanese Interpreter and Translator
Posted by: CompCare Therapeutics
Location: Edgewater, NJ, USA / remote-optional
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Michelle Yasay (Fukuoka, 2015-2019) for passing along the following job opening.

Join the team as a Japanese Interpreter for Early Intervention (EI) services. CompCare Therapeutics (CCT) is dedicated to supporting families with young children experiencing developmental delays. CCT provides Early Intervention services that empower children and their caregivers through specialized therapy sessions.

CCT is seeking compassionate and reliable interpreters to assist therapists by facilitating communication between families and providers. Interpreters play a vital role in ensuring that families fully understand and engage in their child’s therapy sessions.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately interpret between therapists and families during sessions.
• Ensure clear and effective communication while maintaining professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
• Support families in understanding therapy goals, exercises, and recommendations.
• Adhere to confidentiality and ethical interpretation standards.
• Qualifications: Fluency in English and Japanese. Experience in interpretation, especially in medical, educational, or therapeutic settings (preferred but not required). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Reliable, punctual, and culturally competent.

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Position: JET Program Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco
Location: San Francisco, CA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Kai Wiesner-Hanks (Kyoto, Niigata, 2010-2015) for passing along the following job opening.

Description: The Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco has an opening for a full-time staff member in the Japan Information and Cultural Center (JICC). This position oversees all aspects of the Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Program within the Consulate’s jurisdiction of Northern and Central California and the entirety of Nevada.

Duties include recruiting, assessing, and selecting qualified participants for the JET Program, promoting the program through information sessions and events, managing orientation and departure for outbound participants, and fostering alumni opportunities and relations. The position also works as part of a team and assists with general JICC activities (including but not limited to office work, public events, and responding to inquiries [in English]) as well as other activities of the Consulate as needed.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.sf.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/25_0218.html

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Position: Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator
Posted by: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Location: Delray Beach, FL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Wendy Lo (Toyama, 2002-2005) for passing along the following job opening.

Position Description:
The Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator will be responsible for the creation and implementation of educational programming for children (K-12) activities and off-site outreach programs (children and adults). This includes children’s activities at our annual festivals, special events, teacher development workshops, Family Fun Days, and our MORY and Summer Tour Plus programs. The position requires a creative, dynamic and hands-on individual. The person must be able to work weekends and evening events.

Position Reports to:
Curator of Education

Specific Responsibilities and Duties:
• Create and implement museum educational programs for children and families.
• Coordinate and implement all necessary aspects of programs to ensure success and efficiency (pre-, day-of, and post-program) of set-up and breakdown.
• Develop, implement, and manage outreach programs for both students and adults.
• Develop, create, and coordinate children’s (K-12) activities at our annual festivals and special event days, including the supervision of volunteers and managing setup and cleanup.
• Develop, implement, and oversee the Summer Tour Plus (STP) program activities.

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

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

Description:
We are looking for a Career Development and Graduate Support Coordinator to join our international team to support the Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) Scholars and Graduates. The position has two roles: (1) to support AAI Scholars in navigating their career journey through their university life and (2) to facilitate positive engagement of AAI Graduates. This role also requires collaboration with other team members within AAI department and Ashinaga regional offices (US, UK, France, Brazil, Uganda, and Senegal).

Your duties would entail:
1. Career Development support to the AAI Scholars
Under the overall supervision of the manager,
(1) Develop and implement a process to promote career readiness and professional skills of AAI Scholars, and to monitor its progress
(2) Run coaching sessions for AAI Scholars on how to navigate their career journey through skill and experience acquisition, as well as the development of CVs, Cover Letters, and interview skills.
(3) Design and implement career development workshops for the different professional/career stages by collaborating with other teams
(4) Work with the team members to review, design and implement an internship placement for AAI Scholars through opportunity sourcing and evaluation in Africa and Japan.
(5) Gather and analyze data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

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Position: Program Coordinator, Office of Graduate & International Programs
Posted by: Georgetown Law
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Stephen Horowitz (Aichi-ken, Kariya-shi, 1992-94) for passing along the following job opening.

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Tradition. Innovation. A superb faculty. Hundreds of course offerings — and all of this just steps away from the Capitol and Supreme Court. Georgetown Law is an exceptional institution in an enviable location. Students come here from all over the world to study international or tax law, environmental or health care law (just a few of our specialties). They come here for our top-ranked clinics. Most of all, they come because this is the place where theory and practice meet. At Georgetown, students learn the law in the place where laws are made.

The Program Coordinator for the Office of Graduate & International Programs at Georgetown Law works with the Director of Operations and the Office of Graduate & International Programs team to carry out the departmental mission of administering graduate academic programs and providing international student support. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee general office tasks and process financial transactions.
• Coordinate internal and external communication, planning events as necessary.
• Provide technology support, assisting international students with the F-1 and J-1 immigration document issuance process.

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