JIN-469 -- Violent crime in Japan

Submitted by Japan Inc on June 11, 2008

After the tragedy that occurred in Akihabara last Sunday, this week's newsletter considers some of the myths and realities surrounding violent criminal acts in Japan. Read Now

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Terrie's Job Tips -- Space Planning for Employees, Part II: Hot Desks

Submitted by Japan Inc on June 11, 2008

The movement of human traffic within Japanese firms having an external customer service and/or sales effort is a study of contrasts. In the morning, after the departmental meetings, the office is a buzz of activity, with sales and service people on the phone to prospective and existing customers. Appointments are being made and customers are happy to get the personal attention.

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TT-472 -- Wal-Mart Persists, ebiz news from Japan

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Submitted by Terrie Lloyd on June 9, 2008

US retail giant Wal-Mart entered the Japanese market after it bought into Japanese supermarket chain Seiyu in 2002. However, the company have a rough ride -- Terrie considers some of the problems with its branding and asks how it might be able to take advantage of the current economic climate. Read Now

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GW-301 -- The Hottest Gizmos and Gadgets from Japan

Submitted by Japan Inc on June 6, 2008

This week's Gadget Watch takes a look at the new bluetooth adapter headphones, the demise of the Gocco print kits and the BT bluetooth keyboard for mobile phones.

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