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24.01.2022 In Japan, one way to attract young talent is to go slowly. YOSHIDA Motoharu, founder of a Tokyo-based software developer, took the firm to his aging town of Min...ami, Tokushima. Later he created Awae Co., Ltd. (@awae.co.jp), which supports digital startups in establishing offices there & sharing the town's successful digital transformation with other municipalities. More here: https://lnky.jp/e4O2j50 #RegionalRevitalization #HighlightingJapan See more

23.01.2022 Fear of creepy crawlies? Then this new vending machine in Japan may not be for you... it dispenses edible insects.

22.01.2022 WMG2021 KANSAI Special Activity Plans ~ Enjoying Sightseeing ~ The WORLD MASTERS GAMES (WMG) 2021 KANSAI is a giant sports festival where... if you're a lover of sports over the age of 30 you can participate in various sporting events regardless of past experience. From the 14th to the 30th of May 2021 this event will be held in Japan’sKansai region for the first time in all of Asia. There are a total of 35 events with 59 different variations including sports such as field and track, badminton, basketball,swimming and many more which will be held throughout areas around the 9 different prefectures of Fukui,Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, Wakayama, Tottori and Tokushima over a 17 day period.You can participate in 5 of the 59 total events by paying the basic fee. Another of the festival's amazing features is the ability to not only participate in the events themselves, but also fully enjoy and experience various sightseeing and cultural exchange activities. We have introduced 5 different themes in this series being Enjoying Tradition & Culture, Enjoying nutritious foods, Enjoying outdoor experiences, Enjoying Nature and Enjoying various sightseeing. This time around we are going to be introducing the Enjoying Sightseeing category. If you’re going to be visiting these areas, it’s only right that you should visit the amazing areas that they have to offer! Depending on the sport/event, there may be additional fees. Furthermore, if you only wish to spectate the event, thereis no fee or registration required for entry. ~ Plan For Enjoying Sightseeing in Shiga Prefecture In the Shiga Prefecture, which is situated in almost the direct center of Japan, is host to the canoeing (Dragonboard), Boating, running (10km road race), hockey, softball, and baseball (Japanese version of baseball played with a hard rubber ball) events. In Shiga prefecture, there is Japan’s largest Lake Lake Biwa, surrounded by luscious green landscapes. Definitely a location where you can become encompassed by nature. In just one of the activities within this plan, try an SUP (stand-up paddle surfing) experience at Lake Biwa. Through trying out SUP you can cruise along lake biwa, how about experiencing the scale of this lake and the abundance of nature with this activity? Other than this, there are things such as cycling tours, Shower climbing where you can climb up a waterfall, walking tours and much more. The plan prices start from 4,000 JPY ranging to 30,000 JPY and the required time ranges from 30 minutes to 8 hours, when planning your trip, you are able to plan these events around your personalized schedule. For the latest information check the links below. Shiga Prefecture Enjoying Sightseeing Plan Page https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity Furthermore, Shiga Prefecture has been an important point for transport throughout history and flourishes in both culture and economics. There is Enryakuji which is recognized as a world heritage site, which was built up throughout history and has a calm atmosphere and appearance, holding profound culture and history, the prefecture has many historic cultural sites dotted around it. In some of the special plans, there are even experiences you can have such as zazen (seated Zen meditation) and sutra copying at the Enryakuji. Furthermore, try out this set-plan where you can explore Hikone Castle which is a national treasure, try one of Japan’s top 3 best meats mi beef, and cruise along Lake Biwa. How about heading over to Shiga Prefecture and experience everything it has to offer? Shiga Prefecture Attractions & Events Page https://wmg2021.jp/en/tourism/index.html#shiga Other activity plans in Shiga Prefecture https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity?lang=en&area=9818 This time we introduced a plan where you could enjoy various sightseeing throughout Shiga Prefecture. There are many other plans for other areas where you can enjoy lots of cool sightseeing areas. You can choose your activities and events for your specific schedule. Please make sure to confirm your schedule before joining these plans and you could even try making your own! Check out the Sightseeing Special Activity Plan Here https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity How did you find this article? Up until now we have introduced 5 categories for plans which you can participate in whilst enjoying the WMG2021 KANSAI in their specific areas. Please try checking out these plans if you have interest in them whilst participating in your events! WMG2021 KANSAI Entries can be found here https://entry.wmg2021.jp/wmg-w//01_enlg/enlg0010pc01.xhtml -------------------------------------------------------------------------- WMG2021 30WMG) 20212021514 () 530 ()1735595951WMG2021 ~ ()(10km)() 4,00030,000308 https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity https://wmg2021.jp/tourism/index.html#shiga https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity?area=9831 https://area-gate.biz/wmg2021/activity 5WMG2021 WMG2021https://entry.wmg2021.jp/wmg-w//01_enlg/enlg0010pc01.xhtml

20.01.2022 Japan Post are no longer accepting Economy and Standard Service parcels from Australia Only EXPEESS service avairable....

18.01.2022 Japan Week Final Day FNQ-JAPAN WEEKFinal DayJ-Pop, "Luminous" by Michiyo, LuminousMichiyo https://youtu.be/nXNiu_OKKPY

18.01.2022 https://jpf.org.au//japanese-lan/10-week-taster-course-a1/

18.01.2022 Good morning and for those dear friends and supporters that may have missed the previous AJS FNQ letter and announcement. The 2020-21 Annual Japan Sister City Student Scholarship Program has been postponed. Please continue to stay in contact through: [email protected] and most importantly, stay safe and sane. Jeff Haynes & Makoto Kamatani Haynes.

13.01.2022 Japan Week Day 7 apan’s traditional paper folding art, Origami by Origami Cairns https://youtu.be/eIBVo6LWasU

12.01.2022 Torrential rains have battered parts of southern Japan. Flooding is causing havoc in many residential areas. Authorities say over 10 people have been found with no vital signs while others are missing.

12.01.2022 The JFF Plus: Online Festival schedule is out now! From 4-13 December, each of the 30 films in the free JFF Plus program will available to stream for 24 hours, with films rotating daily at 11am AEDT. View the schedule on the JFF Plus website and start planning your festival must-watch list today! Plus, we've brought back our yearly JFF program booklet in digital form! You can browse the PDF program for more information about the films and screening times. Feel free to print it out for personal use, too! https://mailchi.mp/jpf/jff-1140025?e=1f1cd8c285

12.01.2022 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3009114862475637&id=212156465504838

10.01.2022 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1726305920845028&id=100003969100558

10.01.2022 We still have some seats available for The Reverse Diaries and Shoplifters

10.01.2022 Hi Japan fans, please see the link below for the November Japan Foundation Newsletter. Dont forget to subscribe if you wish to receive the newsletter direct. Jeff https://mailchi.mp/jpf/jlearner-112020?e=1aa09b42bd

07.01.2022 Online Event Notice from Odawara Tourism Co.Ltd These events are meant to connect, educate, and inform those interested in Japanese culture and history. "Noh" = " performance, titled "Japanese Noh Theater at Odawara Castle 'Aoi no Ue'--The Tale of Genji" will be streamed on Sunday, September 13, 2020. ... For more information, please visit the website (Available in multiple languages) https://amazingodawara-noh.zaiko.io/_item/328862

07.01.2022 A transparent box toilet appears in Shibuya ....

06.01.2022 Dear Australia Japan Society FNQ (Cairns) Members, friends, and supporters Re. Australia Japan Society FNQ Scholarship 2020-21 Cancellation Advise We write on behalf of the above to inform you all that it is with regret that we announce the cancellation of the 2020-2021 Cairns Sister City Student Scholarship Program.... The AJS FNQ takes its members, supporters and friends health and wellbeing extremely seriously, therefore with this in mind and the current COVID-19, world troubling situation. The program and activities for 2020 have been cancelled or postponed until further notice. We appreciate your understanding, and if you have any questions regarding the above, please contact the senders. Yours faithfully, Thank you again and our very best wishes. Jeff Haynes & Makoto Kamatani Haynes Australia Japan Society FNQ (Cairns) President & Scholarship Coordinator. 61 (0) 417 756 849 - [email protected] 61 (0) 405 144 533 - [email protected]

06.01.2022 https://jpf.org.au/events/whats-your-j-talent/

04.01.2022 Japanese Film Festival in Cairns. Thank you for Japan Fundation, BCC Cinema Cairns and all volunteers from Australia Japan Society Far North Queensland (Barry, Ella, Alison, Nick, Zack, Jeff and Makoto) Due to COVID-19 situation we could not accomodate as many as previous years but was good event

03.01.2022 Tradition has been passed down over 800 years. The life exist with nature side by side. Come to see the rural lifestyle which are nostalgic and also something new. It is only seen in Japanese countryside.

01.01.2022 Dear AJS FNQ Friends, Firstly, I would like to apologise for the lack of past communication to our valuable members, supporters and friends... This email is to thank you for your friendships, interest and support of the AJS-FNQ, and let you know Makoto and I are committed to go forward with the 39-year Cairns organisation. Makoto and I have been involved for longer than our marriage and will do all we can to continue the AJS in and get to the 40th Anniversary of FNQ in ...2021. (Nov) Hope fully we will be able to organise an Anniversary Dinner, but that’s something called ideas in progress and we will keep you informed. As an update, due to COVID-19 the annual Student Scholarship Program for 2020 has been postponed and Makoto has advised the two Cairns / Japan Sister Cities. Please keep safe and we look forward to meeting and catching up with you all again soon. You could stay in touch and like the AJS FNQ Facebook site ? https://ajsfnq.org.au/ Thank you and our best regards, Jeff & Makoto HAYNES.

01.01.2022 Online Event Notice from Odawara Tourism Co.Ltd "Online Fuma Ninja Training Experience" in which you will enjoy and learn about the aspects of peaceful mindfulness, history, and tools of the fuma ninja as well as Japanese culture through this interactive online program with a real modern day ninja, specializing in the art of Ninjutsu. Numbers are limited to keep a truly personal and interactive experience. For more information, please visit the website https://www.odawara-guide.com/onlineninja-experience/

01.01.2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcjRoiA-1Lw&t=20s