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Tokyo-London financial seminar
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Eat your heart out
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International Women's Day: Women in Trade
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Brexit: One month on
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How KIWL helped beat my demons
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What’s past is prologue
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Sony World Photography Awards 2021
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August 2014
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August 2014
Wild threads
Distressed denim, created by zoo animals, has been used to make designer jeans in support of a zoo in Ibaraki Prefecture.
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E-BULLETIN EXCLUSIVE
August 2014
Shopping Uncovered
New research shows the role of shopping, and the effectiveness of buying behaviour on mothers in Japan.
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E-BULLETIN EXCLUSIVE
August 2014
Growth in EU organics
An equivalency agreement allows Japan and EU member countries to import and export organic products with ease.
Competition
August 2014
COMPETITION
Publish your best Japanese nature photograph on one of the BCCJ social media sites for your chance to win the use of a Land Rover for a weekend.
Environment
August 2014
Saving Mount Fuji
Alpinist and environmentalist Ken Noguchi leads the campaign to clean up the country's highest mountain.
Media
August 2014
Full steam ahead for lovable character
A locomotive decorated as Thomas the Tank Engine has begun operation in Japan.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
August 2014
Your trophy awaits
Nominations are open for the 8th British Business Awards, which celebrate and reward the best of UK-Japan business.
Publicity
August 2014
Promoting global jinzai
Language Resources: We are a "resource bank" of professional language specialists.
Publicity
August 2014
Kobe city: Modern and Progressive
The area boasts a biomedical innovation cluster, pleasant living conditions and support for foreign firms and affiliates.
Publicity
August 2014
Heart in the home business
A Japanese architectural firm relies on authentic materials and extensive research to create its British designs.
David Bickle OBE
President
August 2014
The benefits of collaboration
Developing relationships with organisations that support commerce and the Japan-UK relationship provide enhanced opportunities.
JET
August 2014
Where are they now?
JET alumni shares the positive and long-lasting impact of the programme.
If You Ask Me
August 2014
European Union: stay in or get out?
Withdrawal could lessen appeal of UK as a regional headquarters for Japanese firms.
Industry
August 2014
Time for a cuppa
UK firm Pukka Herbs has found success in the Japan market with its original brand of "tea cocktails".
Help
August 2014
don’t suffer in silence
Telephone counselling service answers some commonly-asked questions.
Health
August 2014
Dental Care for Toddlers
Keeping primary teeth until they are lost naturally is important for well-being.
Gong
August 2014
Charity Leader in Honours List
Jane Best, president and CEO of Refugees International Japan receives an MBE for her work to support displaced people in Africa and Asia.
Excom
August 2014
Building a successful team
Good attitude and motivation are important factors to consider in potential candidates, rather than solely language skills.
Kathryn Wortley
August 2014
Power of inspiration
Our special 50th issue features a host of uplifting and thought-provoking stories.
Export To Japan
August 2014
British Brand Power
Luxury heritage and top-quality products prove crucial in cracking the Japanese market for one UK outdoor wear firm.
Sir Tim Hitchens CMG LVO
August 2014
Congratulations!
A special message from British Ambassador Tim Hitchens CMG LVO.
Books
August 2014
Examining the events of 1945
Year Zero explores a year that marked dramatic changes in the world.
BCCJ Event
August 2014
Analysing Abenomics
Success of the third arrow is critical to the country's future said House of Representatives member Keisuke Suzuki.
Media
August 2014
Wind project gets support from north-east England
Osbit Power Limited will supply safety equipment to build Japan's first offshore wind farm.
Media
August 2014
Dolls show spirit of post-quake resilience
Tumble dolls on display in London show the fortitude of people in Fukushima.
Media
August 2014
Battery sold for first energy storage system
Toshiba Corporation has announced plans to support the ground-breaking West Midlands project.
Media
August 2014
News in brief
Your monthly digest of UK-Japan media reports
Arts
August 2014
ARTS
UK arts events in Japan
Japanese Media
August 2014
Japan news
Hanako magazine brings London to Japan; Staff shortages spawn "monster workers"; Ageing lorry drivers fuel fear of labour pinch
Anniversary
August 2014
Our best picks
A look back at BCCJ ACUMEN's top covers and stories.
Cover Story
August 2014
ACUMEN at fifty
The BCCJ magazine celebrates its history of providing insight into UK-Japan business, culture and lifestyle with this landmark issue.
Politics
August 2014
The haggis vote
The people of Scotland get set to decide their future in the upcoming referendum on independence.
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