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Laboratory of International Communications NPO
Laboratory of International Communications NPO: Seeks to give educational support for Pakistani women and children. (Organizations)
http://www10.plala.or.jp/JPNSTUDY/ |
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The Human Geographical Society of Japan
The Human Geographical Society of Japan: Society with a membership of more than 1,600 people devoted to the advancement of human geography in Japan. With journal, links, and regular conferences. (Organizations)
http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/hgeog/ |
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International Social Service Japan (ISSJ)
International Social Service Japan (ISSJ): Helps people suffering from the problems of welfare and the human right when there are two or more countries involved, including intercountry adoption, marriage/divorce counseling, family reunions, child welfare, assistance to refugees, and training of so (Organizations)
http://www.issj.org/ |
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Negros Educational Helping Activities
Negros Educational Helping Activities: A non-government organization comitted to supporting needy children in the Philippines. (Organizations)
http://www.jttk.zaq.ne.jp/neha/ |
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Institute of Cultural Affairs, Japan
Institute of Cultural Affairs, Japan: A private, non-profit organization seeking to integrate the methods of human consciousness and organizational transformation to maximize the participation of grass-roots people in taking responsibility for their own lives and for their community as a whol (Organizations)
http://www.icajapan.org/ |
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Japan Nepal Society
Japan Nepal Society: Promoting understanding between the peoples of Japan and Nepal. Event dates, discussion forum, newsletter. (Organizations)
http://www.big.or.jp/~jns/ |
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Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese
Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese: Provides over 500 members with friendship, support, mutual help in adapting to Japanese society, and opportunities for social, emotional, educational and professional growth. (Organizations)
http://www.afwj.org |
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Institute for Policy Sciences, Japan (IPS-E)
Institute for Policy Sciences, Japan (IPS-E): A thinktank and non-profit organization for reconstruction of the economic and social system, issues on energy, resources and the environment, land planning and urban problems, plus science and technology policy, technology management and S&T human re (Organizations)
http://www.ips.or.jp/09english/english.html |
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The Nippon Foundation
The Nippon Foundation: A philanthropy-focused organization focusing on a variety of movements, including basic human needs, global society, maritime affairs, and social resources. (Organizations)
http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/eng/what/index.html |
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Japan International Cooperation System (JICS)
Japan International Cooperation System (JICS): Specializes in procurement in connection with Japan's grant aid, including technical cooperation. (Organizations)
http://www.jics.or.jp/ |
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Japan - US Creative Arts Fellowship
Japan - US Creative Arts Fellowship: A private non-profit membership organization dedicated to furthering understanding between cultures. With online guidebook for artists chosen for the program of living in Japan. (Organizations)
http://www.i-house.or.jp/artspage/residencyguide.htm |
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Japan NGO Center for International Cooperation (JANIC)
Japan NGO Center for International Cooperation (JANIC): Aims to foster closer relations among Japanese NGOs engaged in international cooperation, encourage networking among NGOs and improve their development, plus deepen Japanese public understanding and support for NGO activities and international cooperation (Organizations)
http://www.janic.org/ |
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The Japan Sociological Society
The Japan Sociological Society: A nationwide academic organization of over 3,000 members for sociologists in Japan aiming to encourage sociological research and promoting its advancement and spread. (Organizations)
http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/jss/index-e.html |
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Center for US-Japan Comparative Social Studies
Center for US-Japan Comparative Social Studies: The site provides information about education, culture, and society of the United States and Japan in both English and Japanese. (Organizations)
http://www.usjp.org/ |
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Nippon Research Institute
Nippon Research Institute: Conducts research and studies and makes proposals on issues concerning citizens' lives, attitudes, awareness, society, the economy, industry, trade, culture, and local issues. (Organizations)
http://www.research-soken.or.jp/profile/index-e.html |
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Pacific Asian Resource Center (PARC)
Pacific Asian Resource Center (PARC): A non-profit organization committed to international social and economic justice. Advocates alternative plans, information, and recommendations to the Japanese government, UN institutions, and IMF on regarding ODA, debt issues, social development, trade a (Organizations)
http://www.parc-jp.org/ |
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Japan Lovers
Japan Lovers: A mailing list for Japanophiles on society, language, and culture. (Organizations)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/japan_lovers/ |
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Foreign Wives Club
Foreign Wives Club: An online community designed to offer information, resources, and support to women in bicultural marriages. Based in Kochi City. (Organizations)
http://www.foreignwivesclub.com/ |
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The Chiiori Project
The Chiiori Project: A gathering point for the Chiiori Project; rural preservation project started by Alex Kerr. (Organizations)
http://www.chiiori.org/ |
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Association of Medical Doctors of Asia (AMDA)
Association of Medical Doctors of Asia (AMDA): A humanitarian, non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian and non-governmental organization to promote the health and well-being of underprivileged and marginalised people in Asia and other continents. (Organizations)
http://www.amda.or.jp/intl/English/ |
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Japan Down Syndrome Network
Japan Down Syndrome Network: A non-profit organaization to support people with Down Syndrome and their families. (Organizations)
http://jdsn.ac.affrc.go.jp/dowj1-e.html |
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Give Peace a Chance
Give Peace a Chance: Activist Japanese group to oppose war, militarism, and violence. (Organizations)
http://give-peace-a-chance.jp/eng/ |
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National Center for the Elimination of Boryokudan
National Center for the Elimination of Boryokudan: Striving to expel crime syndicates (boryokudan) to create a better community. Reveals vicious acts by boryokudan, introduces consultation services to use, and explains the "Anti-Boryokudan Law." (Organizations)
http://www1m.mesh.ne.jp/BOUTSUI/english/e-index.htm |
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Baltic Fleets Japan
Baltic Fleets Japan: General discussion groups of any topic on Japan. (Organizations)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/balticfleets_Japan/ |
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JEN
JEN: A humanitarian aid organization co-operating with the UN, the government, and other organizations to provide assistance where needed the most for stability and self-reliance. (Organizations)
http://www.jen-npo.org/ |
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The Japan Center for Preventive Diplomacy
The Japan Center for Preventive Diplomacy: Aims to strengthen the contribution of the Japanese non-government sector to the prevention of conflicts in the world. Offers on-line forum where concerned parties to conflicts can participate in dialogue. (Organizations)
http://www.jccp.gr.jp/ |
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Tabidachi no Nakama no Kai
Tabidachi no Nakama no Kai: A voluntary association supporting children with disabilities and their families, and provides various outdoor programs to support a wide range of people with disabilities from small children to young adults. (Organizations)
http://www1m.mesh.ne.jp/~tabidati/english/ |
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JCA-Net
JCA-Net: Supports activities of NGOs and people's movements beyond borders collaborating with members and partners of Association for Progressive Communications (APC). (Organizations)
http://www.jca.apc.org/index-en.html |
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World Vision Japan
World Vision Japan: Aims to contribute to the realization of a society in which people oppressed by poverty, hunger and conflict can live with hope and dream of a better tomorrow. (Organizations)
http://www.worldvision.or.jp/ |
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International Women in Communications
International Women in Communications: Networking group for women in media, PR, translation, interpretation, and multimedia. (Organizations)
http://www2.gol.com/users/iwic/ |
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Refugees International Japan
Refugees International Japan: Raises money for needy refugees around the world. Provides water, food, shelter, sanitation, medical and rehabilitation support in over 40 nations and 500 aid projects. (Organizations)
http://www.rijapan.org/ |
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Democrats Abroad Japan
Democrats Abroad Japan: Provides information for American Democratic voters about events, voter registration, fundraisers, parties, and other happenings. (Organizations)
http://www.demsjapan.jp/ |
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British Council Japan
British Council Japan: The United Kingdom's international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations in Japan. Creates opportunities in education, English language learning and cultural exchange. (Organizations)
http://www1.britishcouncil.org/japan.htm |
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New Japan Women’s Association (Shinfujin)
New Japan Women’s Association (Shinfujin): Works to realize women’s demands concerning such issues as women's rights, equality with men, better working and living conditions, measures to support child-care, education, environmental protection, peace, and abolition of nuclear weapons. (Organizations)
http://www.shinfujin.gr.jp/ |
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Boy Scouts of Japan
Boy Scouts of Japan: WOSM member association. (Organizations)
http://www.scout.or.jp/e/index.html |
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The Japan Foudation Center
The Japan Foudation Center: A private foundation to provide information on foundations in Japan awarding grants, prizes, or scholarships and publicizes the role and significance of the activities of private grant-making foundations to encourage the practice of philanthropy in Japan' (Organizations)
http://www.jfc.or.jp/eibun/ |
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Japanese Society of Ethnology (JSE)
Japanese Society of Ethnology (JSE): An organization comprised of about 2,000 scholars and students to promote ethnological, sociocu1tural, and anthropological research in Japan. Sponsors meetings, seminars, and journals. (Organizations)
http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/jse/index-e.html |
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Shapla Neer
Shapla Neer: A voluntary non-governmental organization aiming at poverty relief in Bangladesh and Nepal. (Organizations)
http://www.shaplaneer.org/ |
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Japan Policy Research Institute
Japan Policy Research Institute: A non-profit membership organization dedicated to the promotion of understanding of Japan's political economic behavior and growing significance in world affairs. (Organizations)
http://www.nmjc.org/jpri/ |
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Japan Asian Association and Asian Friendship Society
Japan Asian Association and Asian Friendship Society: Promotes international cooperation, community and environmental conservation activities, and global education for citizens. (Organizations)
http://www.jafs.or.jp/ |
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United States-Japan Foundation
United States-Japan Foundation: Committed to promoting stronger ties between Americans and Japanese by supporting projects that foster mutual knowledge and education, deepen understanding, create effective channels of communication, and address common concerns. (Organizations)
http://www.us-jf.org/ |
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German Institute for Japanese Studies (Deutsches Institut für Japanstudien)
German Institute for Japanese Studies (Deutsches Institut für Japanstudien): Conducts scientific research to deepen knowledge of cultural, economic, and social aspects of Japan and Japanese-German relations through doctoral fellowships, cooperative work, and its library. (Organizations)
http://www.dijtokyo.org/?&lang=en |
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Takatori Community Center, Kobe, Japan
Takatori Community Center, Kobe, Japan: Portal site for non-profit organizations home pages which offices are located inside the Takatori Catholic Church compound. (Organizations)
http://www.tcc117.org/en/ |
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Kiyosato Educational Experiment Project
Kiyosato Educational Experiment Project: Started as a goal to bring food, health, faith, and hope to the people of the desperately poor, rural Japanese area in Yamanashi. Now includes environmental education and international outreach to the third world. (Organizations)
http://www.keep.or.jp/ |
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Asian Disaster Reduction Center (ADRC)
Asian Disaster Reduction Center (ADRC): Facilitates exchange of disaster reduction experts from each country and concerned bodies, accumulates and provides disaster reduction information, and carries out research into multinational disaster reduction cooperation. (Organizations)
http://www.adrc.or.jp/ |
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Nippon International Cooperation for Community Development (NICCO)
Nippon International Cooperation for Community Development (NICCO): An international NGO dedicated to the promotion of economic self-reliance and confidence in the poor in developing countries. (Organizations)
http://www.kyoto-nicco.org/ |
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Kansai Institute for Social and Economic Research (KISER)
Kansai Institute for Social and Economic Research (KISER): Conducting theoretical and empirical research on social and economic issues, provides support for academic research, and hosts seminars and symposia. (Organizations)
http://www.kiser.or.jp/english/ |
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The Japan Association of Sociology of Law
The Japan Association of Sociology of Law: One of Japan's oldest associations in the to promote the sociology of law. With overview, symposia, and links. (Organizations)
http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/hosha/english/eindex.htm |
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Food Bank Japan
Food Bank Japan: Concerned individuals creating a viable food banking network in Japan through soup kitchens and helping relief agencies, the homeless, women in crisis, migrant workers, the elderly, and the handicapped. (Organizations)
http://www.foodbankjapan.org/ |
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Japan-Australia
Japan-Australia: Yahoo group for promotomg friendship, learning the Japanese language, and culture. Ages 18-60. (Organizations)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/japan-australia/ |
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J Help
J Help: A non-profit group staffed by volunteers who help disaster striken and problem areas around the world. (Organizations)
http://www.jhelp.com/ |
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Global Voluntary Service
Global Voluntary Service: An NGO established in 1992 to foster volunteer activity especially in developing nations, providing direct assistance towards improving living conditions, know-how and the environment. (Organizations)
http://www32.ocn.ne.jp/~gvs/ |
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The Historical Science Society of Japan
The Historical Science Society of Japan: Aims to promote investigations on historical themes and spreading knowledge of history, as well as organizes discussions, annual and scholarly meetings, seminars, and symposiums. (Organizations)
http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/rekiken/english/ |
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The Japan Institute of International Affairs
The Japan Institute of International Affairs: A private, non-profit, and independent research organization to foster the scientific study of international issues, economics, and law. Promotes exchanges with universities and research institutes and holds conferences and symposia. (Organizations)
http://www.jiia.or.jp/ |
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Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE)
Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE): Independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan organization to strengthen Japan's role in international networks of policy dialogue and cooperation. Provides information on activities, programs, and publications. (Organizations)
http://www.jcie.or.jp/ |
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US-Japan-China Comparative Policy Research Institute
US-Japan-China Comparative Policy Research Institute: An independent think tank focusing on comparative social, economical, political, and technological policy issues concerning Japan, the U.S., and China. (Organizations)
http://cpri.tripod.com/ |
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Northern Regions Center
Northern Regions Center: Works to share knowledge on improving life in the rugged northern climate and to create environments leading to richer and more livable northern lifestyles. (Organizations)
http://www.nrc.or.jp/index_e.html |
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Kaki Tree Project
Kaki Tree Project: Aims to grow new persimmon trees from seedlings taken from an A-bomb surviving tree in Nagasaki. (Organizations)
http://www6.plala.or.jp/kaki-project/ |
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Japan Specified Non-profit Corporation to Prevent Alcohol and Drug Problems (ASK)
Japan Specified Non-profit Corporation to Prevent Alcohol and Drug Problems (ASK): Surveys drinking habits of junior and senior high school students, ads of alcoholic beverages, binge drinking, rehabilitation facilities, and publishes materials. (Organizations)
http://www.ask.or.jp/ |
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Institute of Developing Economies
Institute of Developing Economies: Carries out various research on economic, political and social issues of developing countries and regions. With information on research activities, publications, seminars and library. (Organizations)
http://www.ide.go.jp/English/index4.html |
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Japan Research Institute
Japan Research Institute: A non-profit organization established in order to solve complex problems in humanities, social sciences and national sciences. (Organizations)
http://www.jri.or.jp/e_guide.htm |
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Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union (JCCU)
Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union (JCCU): Plays a strong role in creating a more human lifestyle and sustainable society through operations and activities that enjoy the trust of the membership. (Organizations)
http://www.jccu.coop/ |
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Cultural Bridges Between Japan and the West
Cultural Bridges Between Japan and the West: Shows some different cultural and business practices, as well as in self-expression. (Organizations)
http://www.uniconpro.co.jp/en/japanese/bridge.html |
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Organization for Industrial, Spirituaul and Cultural Advancement
Organization for Industrial, Spirituaul and Cultural Advancement: Contributes to environmentally sustainable development through a holistic approach emphasizing the interconnectedness of agriculture, ecological intergrity, and the human spirit. (Organizations)
http://www.oisca.org/ |
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Habitat for Humanity Japan
Habitat for Humanity Japan: A nonprofit, nondenominational Christian housing organization to build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with those who lack adequate shelter. (Organizations)
http://www.habitatjp.org/ |
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Japan Bangladesh Society
Japan Bangladesh Society: An international non-profit organization to increase cultural contact between the nations and mobilize charitable support for Bangladesh. (Organizations)
http://www.japanbangladesh.com/ |
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Hakuhodo Institute of Life and Living
Hakuhodo Institute of Life and Living: Incorporated as an independent institute in September 1981 for research on the everyday life of contemporary Japanese people. (Organizations)
http://www.athill.com/english/e_menu.html |
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The Center for Global Communications (GLOCOM)
The Center for Global Communications (GLOCOM): A social science research institution to study the information society as well as Japanese society from the perspectives of social systems theory and comparative civilizations study. (Organizations)
http://www.glocom.ac.jp/top/index.e.html |
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Matsumae International Foundation
Matsumae International Foundation: Invites active young research workers to Japan to increase international cultural understanding and promote peace. (Organizations)
http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~mif/ |
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JPC-SED
JPC-SED: Japan Productivity Center for Socio-Economic Development. (Organizations)
http://www.jpc-sed.or.jp/eng/index.html |
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Japan Chernobyl Foundation
Japan Chernobyl Foundation: A Japanese NGO seeking medical support for Chernobyl victims, especially treatment for leukemia and cancer patients. (Organizations)
http://www.jca.apc.org/jcf/ |
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Association for Aid and Relief, Japan
Association for Aid and Relief, Japan: The first Japanese private relief organization for refugees and aiming to awaken the volunteerism among the Japanese. (Organizations)
http://www.aarjapan.gr.jp/ |
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International Internship Programs
International Internship Programs: Established in 1979 and now has disbursed at least 8,000 interns to various countries such as United States, Europe, and Asia. (Organizations)
http://www.internpro.com/ |
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The Asiatic Society of Japan
The Asiatic Society of Japan: History of the society, council information, how to join, and lecture schedule. [Japanese and English] (Organizations)
http://www.asjapan.org |
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Make a Wish of Japan
Make a Wish of Japan: NGO to help make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses. (Organizations)
http://www.erde.co.jp/~wish_japan/index2.html |
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Married in Japan (MIJ)
Married in Japan (MIJ): Online community for foreign women in relationships with Japanese men. Local area friendship, with over 250 women all over Japan. Membership is free. (Organizations)
http://www.marriedinjapan.homestead.com/MIJ.html |
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Critical-Japan
Critical-Japan: Critical and theoretical discussion of culture, society, literature, arts, media and politics, for residents of Japan. (Organizations)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/critical-japan/ |
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Japan International Volunteer Center
Japan International Volunteer Center: Has various projects such as agriculture, water provision, forest preservation/utilization, children's education, peace building, and emergency relief in southeast Asia, South Africa, Ethiopia, Palestine, Afghanistan, and North Korea. (Organizations)
http://www.ngo-jvc.net/ |
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Tibetan Snowlion Friendship Society (Tibet Aid Japan)
Tibetan Snowlion Friendship Society (Tibet Aid Japan): An NGO founded in Kyoto in September 1987 for the purpose of giving educational opportunities to Tibetan refugee children and youth in India, and to promote Tibetan culture in Japan. (Organizations)
http://tibet-aid.org/ |
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United for a Multicultural Japan
United for a Multicultural Japan: Working to promote the welfare and legal rights of non-Japanese with Japanese spouses and other long-term or permanent residents of Japan. (Organizations)
http://www.tabunka.org/ |
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Shanti Volunteer Association
Shanti Volunteer Association: A non-governmental organization with the purpose of international cooperation, supporting the educational and cultural activities in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. (Organizations)
http://www.jca.apc.org/sva/english/ |
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The Institute of Eastern Culture
The Institute of Eastern Culture: A non-governmental scholarly organization to promote Asian studies in Japan, contribute to the cultural development of Asian countries through scholarship, and encourage communincation with other Asian counterparts. (Organizations)
http://www.tohogakkai.com/englishver.htm |
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Shakai Archive
Shakai Archive: Archived messages for the Shakai Mailing List, a group of scholars, academics, and businesspeople discussing socio-political and economic affairs on Japan. (Organizations)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/shakai-archive/ |
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Japan International Volunteer Center (JVC)
Japan International Volunteer Center (JVC): Has various projects such as agriculture, water provision, forest preservation/utilization, children's education, peace building, and emergency relief in Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, South Africa, Ethiopia, Palestine, Afghanistan and North Korea. (Organizations)
http://www1.jca.apc.org/jvc/en/ |
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Institute for Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis (ITARDA)
Institute for Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis (ITARDA): Systematically collects data from the government and analysis for more effective traffic safety measures to contributes to a safer, more orderly motorized society. (Organizations)
http://www.itarda.or.jp/english/eg_home.html |