TT-440 -- JMEC, ebiz news from Japan

Terrie takes a look at what the government is doing to encourage young enterprises to start businesses in Japan and considers an exciting opportunity for foreign entrepreneurs: Japan Market Expansion Competition (JMEC). Plus, foreign residents to join the regular foreigner visitors' line at immigration. Read Terrie's Take Now

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GW-276 -- The Hottest Gizmos and Gadgets from Japan

This weeks Gadget Watch takes a look at the world's first use of EL display technology on TVs and Sony's localization marketing tactic to sell their new Sony Walkman NW-A910.
Gadget Watch also takes a look at Hitachi's new LCD projector with bendable mirror, due to be released in January of next year.Read Now

JIN-434 -- Human Rights and Japan

In light of the recent devlopments in Myanmar, there is a debate raging in Japan about what appropriate diplomatic measures should be taken. This week's newsletter delves into the nature of human rights in Japan, theory and practice.
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TT-439 -- Metropolis changes hands, ebiz news from Japan

Starting life as Tokyo Classifieds when it was launched by Mark and Mary Devlin back in 1994, Metropolis magazine has grown to become Japan's largest periodical both in terms of distribution volume and advertising revenue. Last week Metropolis was acquired by another publishing group. To find out who and why Read Terrie's Take Now

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Terrie's Job Tips -- Breaking an Employment Contract

Note: As always, I advise that you seek professional legal and/or labor advice before acting on any opinions given here.

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