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2016 |
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June 27 - July 6, 2016 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2016 |
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2015 |
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June 28 - July 10, 2015 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2015 |
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2014 |
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June 30 - July 12, 2014 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2014 |
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2013 |
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June 30 - July 12, 2013 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2013 |
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2012 |
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July 1 - July 13, 2012 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2012 |
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2011 |
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June 27 - July 9, 2011 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2011 |
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2010 |
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August 2010 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2010 |
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August 6-8, 2010 |
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7th International Symposium of America-Japan Societies in Akita, Japan |
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June 28 - July 10, 2010 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2010 |
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2009 |
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October 29-30, 2009 |
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National Forum Series: Columbus & Cincinnati |
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July 30 - August 11, 2009 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2009 |
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June 29 - July 11, 2009 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2009 |
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April 21-23, 2009 |
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National Forum Series: Kansas City, Colorado Springs and Denver |
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July 10, 2008 - June 5, 2009 |
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Tapestry in Architecture: Creating Human Spaces An Exhibition Series by Mitsuko Asakura |
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2008 |
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November 17-20, 2008 |
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National Forum Series: Jackson, Birmingham & Nashville |
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June 10, 2008 - June 5, 2009 |
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Tapestry in Architecture: Creating Human Spaces An Exhibition Series by Mitsuko Asakura |
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October 23, 2008 |
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30th Anniversary Award Presentation and Lecture |
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July 25 - August 8, 2008 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2008 |
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July 10, 2008 - June 5, 2009 |
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Tapestry in Architecture: Creating Human Spaces An Exhibition Series by Mitsuko Asakura |
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June 30-July 12, 2008 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2008 |
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February 5-8, 2008 |
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Sixth International Symposium of America-Japan Societies |
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2007 |
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October 17-19, 2007 |
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National Forum Series: Minneapolis, Cincinnati & Indianapolis |
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August 2-12, 2007 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2007 |
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July 1-13, 2007 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2007 |
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February 27-March 1, 2007 |
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National Forum Series: San Diego & Los Angeles |
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2006 |
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October 10-12, 2006 |
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National Forum Series: Atlanta, Nashville, & Memphis |
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August 11-22, 2006 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2006 |
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June 20 - July 1, 2006 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2006 |
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April 21-22 , 2006 |
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5th International Symposium of America-Japan Societies in Kyoto |
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May 31 - June 1, 2006 |
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National Forum Series: Portland (OR) & San Francisco |
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March 2-7, 2006 |
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National Forum Series: Seattle, Dallas & Houston |
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2005 |
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December 7, 2005 |
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Korea, Japan, and the Asian Mystique |
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July 12-22, 2005 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2005 |
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June 27 - July 12, 2005 |
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Keizai Koho Center Teacher Fellowship
2005 |
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Programs in 2010 |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2010 |
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August 2010 |
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This summer, for the sixth year in a row, the Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp will allow American and Japanese boys aged 13 to 15 a chance to participate in a cultural exchange. The purpose of the camps is to provide baseball instruction and a cross-cultural experience, and to encourage young baseball players to learn more about each other and each others' countries.....more |
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7th International Symposium of America-Japan Societies in Akita, Japan |
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August 6-8, 2010 |
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NAAJS-NAJAS biennial International Symposium will be held on August 6-8 in Akita Prefecture, in northern part of Japan. Agenda is being planned by NAAJS and the America-Japan Society of Akita. It will include joint meetings of NAJAS networks, as well as current events panel presentations and local area tours...
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2010 |
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June 28 - July 10, 2010 |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) will sponsor a ten day Fellowship to Japan this summer for educators in the U.S. and Canada. The Fellowship allows teachers to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives....more |
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Programs in 2009 |
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National Forum Series: Columbus & Cincinnati |
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October 29-30, 2009 |
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Minister Hajime Hayashi & Peter Kelley collaborated with Professor Emeritus Bradley Richardson & Prof. Jeffrey Hornung of the Ohio State University, Prof. Dennis Oneill of the University of Cincinnati, Edward Kwon of Northern Kentucky University...
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2009 |
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July 30 - August 11, 2009 |
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This summer, for the sixth year in a row, the Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp will allow American and Japanese boys aged 13 to 15 a chance to participate in a cultural exchange. The purpose of the camps is to provide baseball instruction and a cross-cultural experience, and to encourage young baseball players to learn more about each other and each others' countries.....more |
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2009 |
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June 29 - July 11, 2009 |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) will sponsor a ten day Fellowship to Japan this summer for educators in the U.S. and Canada. The Fellowship allows teachers to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives....more |
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National Forum Series: Kansas City, Colorado Springs and Denver |
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April 21-23, 2009 |
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Minister Hideo Fukushima, Dr. Edward Lincoln, Dr. William Farrel toured in Colorado. The themes were "Today, Asia holds half the world's population, one-third of the global economy and, potentially, the economic and financial strength of the international system. In the eyes of many, Asia is key to a stable, prosperous world. The U.S.- Japan bilateral alliance has been East Asia's security structure, benefiting Japan, the United States, and the region. However, what worked in the past may not serve us well in the future. Current economic crises and potential security threats loom large"...
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Tapestry in Architecture: Creating Human Spaces An Exhibition Series by Mitsuko Asakura |
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July 10, 2008 - June 5, 2009 |
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NAJAS is collaborating with member Societies in four U.S. cities to sponsor this exhibition series. Dyed tapestry artist Mitsuko Asakura creates new spaces for her work, showing how Japanese traditional art harmoniously blends with modern architecture. We hope this exhibition will introduce a unique form of innovation to American audiences...more |
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Programs in 2008 |
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National Forum Series: Jackson, Birmingham & Nashville |
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November 17 - 20, 2008 |
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Minister Kenji Goto, Mr. Atsushi Yamakoshi, Mr. Masakazu Nonishi & Mr. William R. Farrell toured in the South. The theme was "Energy, Economy and the Environment: Challenges and Opportunities for the U.S. - Japan Relationship"...
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30th Anniversary Award Presentation and Lecture |
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October 23 , 2008 |
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Please join us in recognizing the extraordinary contributions to US-Japan relations made by Mr. Yotaro Kobayashi, former Chairman of Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. He has been a giant in building bridges across the Pacific, working tirelessly for stronger ties between the institutions and peoples of the world. He has done this as a business leader and supporter of grass-roots exchange and education between our two countries. Presenting the NAJAS 30th Anniversary award to Mr. Kobayashi is particularly apropos since he was active in so many areas of the U.S.-Japan relationship, providing critical support for the National Association, especially in its formative years...more |
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2008 |
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July 25 - August 8, 2008 |
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This summer, for the fifth year in a row, the Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp will allow American and Japanese boys aged 13 to 15 a chance to participate in a cultural exchange. The purpose of the camps is to provide baseball instruction and a cross-cultural experience, and to encourage young baseball players to learn more about each other and each others' countries.....more |
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2008 |
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June 30 -July 12, 2008 |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) will sponsor a ten day Fellowship to Japan this summer for educators in the U.S. and Canada. The Fellowship allows teachers to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives....more |
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Tapestry in Architecture: Creating Human Spaces An Exhibition Series by Mitsuko Asakura |
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July 10, 2008 - June 5, 2009 |
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NAJAS is collaborating with member Societies in four U.S. cities to sponsor this exhibition series. Dyed tapestry artist Mitsuko Asakura creates new spaces for her work, showing how Japanese traditional art harmoniously blends with modern architecture. We hope this exhibition will introduce a unique form of innovation to American audiences...more |
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Sixth International Symposium of America-Japan Societies |
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February 5-8, 2008 |
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Welcome to our celebration of 150 years of U.S.-Japan people-to-people exchanges in the year of the 30th anniversary of the National Association of Japan-America Societies....more |
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Programs in 2007 |
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National Forum Series: Minneapolis, Cincinnati & Indianapolis |
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October 17 - 19, 2007 |
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Masataka OKANO, Counselor of Political Affairs, Embassy of Japan, Masayoshi YAMASHITA, NTT, Chief Corporate, William FARRELL, Dynamic Strategies Asia, Chairman, Atsushi YAMAKOSHI, Keidanren, Director, spoke at several venues. The general theme of the programs was: "Looking Ahead: Japan-China-U.S., East Asia's Political and Economic Future"...
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2007 |
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August 2 - 12, 2007 |
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This summer, for the fourth year in a row, the Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp will allow American and Japanese boys aged 13 to 15 a chance to participate in a cultural exchange. The purpose of the camps is to provide baseball instruction and a cross-cultural experience, and to encourage young baseball players to learn more about each other and each others' countries.....more |
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Programs in 2006 |
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National Forum Series: Atlanta, Nashville, & Memphis |
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October 10 - 12, 2006 |
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The third series featured Kenji Kanasugi, Counselor of Economic Affairs, Embassy of Japan, Richard Cronin, Senior Associate, Henry L. Stimson Center, and Atsushi Yamakoshi, Director, Keidanren-USA. The Two dominant themese were tighter economic and political relations in the Asia-Pacific Region and closer US-Japan economic integration...
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Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp 2006 |
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August 11-22, 2006 |
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This summer, for the third year in a row, the Japan-America Youth Baseball Camp will allow American and Japanese boys aged 13 to 15 a chance to participate in a cultural exchange. Two camps will be held, the first between the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters and the Arizona Diamondbacks from August 11-18, and the second between the San Diego Padres and the Yokohama Bay Stars August 11- 22... more
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2006 |
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June 20 - July 1, 2006 |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute
for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the NAJAS sponsored
a two-week fellowship to Japan for 15 educators in the U.S., Canada,
the U.K. and Australia to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese
society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives...more |
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5th International Symposium of America-Japan Societies in Kyoto |
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April 21-22 , 2006 |
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Close to 500 people took part in at least a portion of this highly successful two-day symposium held April 21 and 22, including over 90 people from the U.S. 11 Japan-America Societies (U.S) were represented by Board members, chief administrative officers and staff. An equal number of America-Japan Societies (Japan) were represented. On the morning of first day, representatives from Societies in both countries got together for a joint session of presentations and discussion.... more |
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National Forum Series: Portland (OR) & San Francisco |
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May 31 - June 1, 2006 |
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The second series is featured Takehiko Nakao, Minister (Financial Section) from Embassy of Japan, Amy E. Searight, Assistant Professor of Department of Political Science George Washington University, and Atsushi Yamakoshi, Director of Keidanren-USA traveled to Portland (OR) and San Francisco (CA), and participated in events held at the local Japan-America Societies and Japanese Consulate Generals in May-June 2006...
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National Forum Series: Seattle, Dallas & Houston |
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March 2 - 7, 2006 |
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The first series in March 2006 featured Hiroaki Ishii, Economic Minister from Embassy of Japan, and Arthur Alexander, Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University. The two speakers traveled to Seattle (WA), Dallas (TX) and Houston (TX), and were joined by a local speaker for luncheons and receptions organized by Japan-America Societies in respective cities...
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Programs in 2005 |
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KOREA, JAPAN, AND THE ASIAN MYSTIQUE |
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December 7, 2005 |
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Close to 500 people took part in at least a portion of this highly successful two-day symposium held April 21 and 22, including over 90 people from the U.S. 11 Japan-America Societies (U.S) were represented by Board members, chief administrative officers and staff. An equal number of America-Japan Societies (Japan) were represented. On the morning of first day, representatives from Societies in both countries got together for a joint session of presentations and discussion.... more |
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Japan-America
Youth Baseball Camp 2005 |
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July 12-22, 2005 |
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Following the success of the program in 2004, the
National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) is preparing
the second round of the baseball camp exchange between American and
Japanese teeagers, as well as coaches. This program is conducted in
coorperation with the Arizona Diamondbacks Traning Centers, the Hokkaido
Nippon Ham Fighters, and the Major League Baseball Japan... more |
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2005 |
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June - July 2005 |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute
for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the NAJAS sponsored
a two-week fellowship to Japan for 15 educators in the U.S., Canada,
the U.K. and Australia to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese
society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives...more |
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US-Japan
150th Aniversary Programs |
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US-Japan 150th Aniversary |
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Women
in Politics and Public Service |
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December 2004 & July 2005 |
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The National Association
of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) in cooperation with the Maureen
and Mike Mansfield Foundation (MMMF) will organize two delegations-American
and Japanese-of influential women to visit each others' country and
examine the policymaking processes... more |
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US-Japan 150th Aniversary |
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Fourth
International NAJAS/NAAJS Symposium |
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October 28-30, 2004 |
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Painting "Whaleship Manhattan"
(Courtesy of The New Bedford Whaling Museum) |
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In commemoration of the
150th anniversary of US-Japan relations and the 100th anniversary
of Japan Society of Boston, the National Association of Japan-America
Societies and the Japan Society of Boston will host a two-day event
in Boston with participants from across the U.S. and Japan... more |
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US-Japan 150th Aniversary |
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Japan-America
Youth Baseball Camp 2004 |
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July 31 - August 13, 2004 |
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The National Association
of Japan-America Societies has been working to establish a two-week
baseball camp for Japanese and American boys age 13 to 15 to be held
in Phoenix, Arizona, in cooperation with the Arizona Diamondbacks
and the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters...more |
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US-Japan 150th Anniversary
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Robert
Whiting Tour: The Meaning of Ichiro |
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April 7 - May 10, 2004,
18 Cities in the U.S. |
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Robert Whiting's
eagerly awaited book, The Meaning of Ichiro (Warner Books)
was published in March 2004, and he visited 18 cities across the United
States to talk about the book and how Ichiro's and other Japanese
ball players' success in the Major League Baseball has contributed
to US-Japan relations at various programs with the Japan Society /
Japan-America Society...more |
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US-Japan 150th Anniversary
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Commemorative Ceremony |
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March 31, 2004, The National Archives,
Washington, DC |
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In Washington
DC, a commemorative ceremony for the 150th Anniversary of the signing
of the Japan-U.S. Treaty of Peace and Amity was held at the National
Archives with the attendance of dignitaries from both countries...more |
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US-Japan 150th Anniversary
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Japan
Workshop for Teachers |
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April 2003 - February 2004 |
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The
National Association of Japan-America Societies (NAJAS) announces
a series of for-credit Educator Workshops on Japan for high school
teachers to encourage them to include materials on Japan in the areas
of literature, history, economy, art and political science... more |
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US-Japan 150th Anniversary
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HAIKU
Contest |
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April 2003 - January 2004 |
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Over
the past 150 years, Japanese and American have exchanged many aspects
of each others culture: anime, sushi, music, and clothing are but
a few examples. HAIKU, a brief, nature-based poem originating in Japan,
is one of the most widely known aspects of Japanese culture adopted
by Americans. To commemorate this anniversary, the Japan-US 150 Committee
and the Haiku Society of America are sponsoring an online haiku contest... more |
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Keizai
Koho Center Teacher Fellowship 2004 |
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June 28 - July 13, 2004, various cities
in Japan |
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The Keizai Koho Center (Japan Institute
for Social and Economic Affairs) in cooperation with the NAJAS sponsored
a two-week fellowship to Japan for 15 educators in the U.S., Canada,
the U.K. and Australia to learn first hand about contemporary Japanese
society and enhance their classroom teaching of global perspectives...more |
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Event
in 2003 |
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150 years of Trade, Commerce
and Cultural Exchange |
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The
Third Annual State of the US-Japan Business Relationship Symposium
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November 4, 2003, The National Press
Club, Washington, DC |
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The Annual
Symposium was initiated by NAJAS in 2000 to pull together several
organizations and experts from the public and private sectors focused
on the bilateral relationship to inform a broader audience on current
bilateral issues and to emphasize the continued importance and interdependence
of the US and Japanese economies. This year's Symposium looks back
on this relationship, examines the present and looks to the future
of cooperation between Japan and the US as global leaders... more |
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Event
in 2002 |
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150 years of Trade, Commerce
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The Second Annual State of the US-Japan Business Relationship Symposium
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February 19, 2002, The Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC |
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The program was initiated by the National Association of Japan-America Societies to pull together experts from the public and private sectors focused on the bilateral trade and economic relationship between the US and Japan. Keynote address by C. Michael Arnstring, Cairman, AT&T and Taizo Nishimuro, Chairman, Toshiba....more |
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