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ACE Japan - Japan Association for Cultural Exchange | English | Japanese
Includes info on cultural programs coordinated by related organizations, art catalog library and exhibition reviews, performing arts, forums, and activities geared towards understanding Japan and improving cross-cultural communications between the country and abroad.
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Japan Foundation (Kokusai Koryu Kikin) | English | Japanese
Government-affiliated independent administrative entity with offices worldwide. Promotes arts and cultural exchange, Japanese language education outside Japan, Japanese studies and intellectual exchange. Parent organization of Center for Global Partnership. Grant programs. Website includes databases, publications, news, program guidelines.
(Hits: 422 Listed: 12/01/2004)
Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC) - Embassy of Japan, Washington, D.C. | English
Info on current cultural events, exhibitions, forums organized by the (JICC). These programs are designed to enhance understanding of Japanese culture and society. Also includes internet resources on Japan. Site maintained by the Embassy of Japan in Washington, D.C.
(Hits: 484 Listed: 02/04/2003)
National Institute for Research Advancement (NIRA) | English | Japanese
Independent policy research body established by Japan's industrial, academic and labor communities. Areas of research include politics, economics, international affairs, society, new technologies, and administration.
(Hits: 169 Listed: 07/05/2003)
U.S.-Japan 150th Anniversary - MOFA Page | English
Commemoration in 2004 of US and Japan relations since Commodore Matthew Perry's arrival in 1853. Video clips, list of projects, statements by government leaders.
(Hits: 264 Listed: 01/12/2004)

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