A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. In recent decades Japan has changed from a strongly growing, economically s uccessful nation regarded as prime example of social equality and inclusion , to a nation with a stagnating economy, a shrinking population and a very high proportion of elderly people. Within this, new forms of inequality are emerging and deepening, and a new model of Japan as 'gap society' (kakusa shakai) has become common-sense. These new forms of inequality are complex, ar... View More...
A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. View More...
In excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlig hting. The spine remains undamaged. Freelancing in Tokyo (FIT) offers essential information and advice on finding high-paying freelance job opportunities in Tokyo, most of which do not require special skills. The reader benefits from the personal experiences of the author, who has spent the last 15 years in Tokyo working jobs as varied as TV actor, French chef, voiceover artist, editor, and magazine model -- all jobs that he has been well-paid for. In addition, FIT offers numerous cultural insights, Japanese 101, conta... View More...
Discusses the goals of Suzuki instruction for preschoolers, describes usefu l classroom activities, and offers a step-by-step look at the Suzuki violin training method. View More...
Describes the life of an Englishman in Japan, a banker by day and a writer by night. The book records the experience of an outsider in a country where the group is all-powerful, and of an individual in a society where conform ity is an almost religious duty. By the author of "Under A Sickle Moon" View More...
A highly collectible rare first edition/printing protected in a new brodart wrapper, no markings or inscriptions, not price clipped or an ex-lib editi on. One third of the Japanese female workforce are "office ladies" and their training takes place at the many women's colleges in Japan. Brian J McVeigh draws on his teaching experiences at one such institution, Takasu International College, to examine the cultural processes at work in the education of women. Life in a Japanese Women's College explores the educational philosophy of the college which aims to produce "ladylike" women. The processe... View More...
A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. View More...
A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. View More...
A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Do you want to be successful with women? Date and romance them with confidence and charm? And be fantastic in bed?! Whether you want romance, love, dating, sex, or marriage, this book will he lp you get it! "Love with a Western woman" is a funny and entertaining guide for Japanese men who want to understand the international women of today, and find out h ow to please them ... in every way! Based on interviews with 150 Western women who shared their i... View More...
Sydney Morning Herald "Southerden thoroughly explores every detail of life in Japan, anticipates every question that may be raised." James Fennessy, President, Australia-Japan Association "If you're planning on going to Japan for a working holiday, make sure you read this book!" View More...
This book guides you through the journey of finding your life work, or miss ion-work that would bring you a deep sense of fulfillment and draw forth an imaginable power from within you. As is quoted below, this is an indispens able key for creating a new era. View More...
A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. View More...
