December 2013
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How to Build Trust, Credibility and Respect
A healthy level of trust comes from making good decisions and exercising good judgment, using a balance of head and heart, facts and instinct.
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First MBA Case Competition Held in Tokyo
The first annual Japan MBA Case Competition (JMBACC) took place on 17 November at Aoyama Gakuin University.
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Elemental Thinking for the New Year
Make some eco-resolutions by finding alternative ways to reuse, reduce and recycle natural resources.news in brief
Your monthly digest of UK-Japan news
Duo Takes Paralympic Master’s Title
A UK-Japanese women's pair won the International Tennis Federation's Wheelchair Doubles trophy.
Iconic Designer Returns to Catwalk
Japanese fashion designer Kansai Yamamoto held his first runway show in London in 42 years.
Attraction Eyes Foreign Tourists
The World of Beatrix Potter is trying to attract more Japanese visitors.
Shop to Sell Citrus “Superfood”
Waitrose will start selling yuzu juice as part of its Cooks' Ingredients line.
Strategic Alliances
The launch of the Export to Japan website is a concrete example of the BCCJ's core mission.
defend, detect, destroy
Visits by the Duke of York and Sir John Scarlett of MI6 highlight enhanced UK-Japan cooperation in the defence industry.
Diversity in Action
The BCCJ plays an important role in highlighting the cultural and commercial diversity of the UK.
Historic Pacts Cement Collaboration
This year marks the signing of two landmark UK–Japan agreements on defence cooperation and information security.
what you missed in the japanese press
New Retail Trend for Low-Cost "Fast Sundries"; Worker Turnover Highest in Hotel, F&B Sectors; Convenience Stores Leading Coffee Market; Return Rate Rising for Mail Order Items
First for Firsts
A list, from A-Z, with some of my favourite firsts BCCJ ACUMEN featured in 2013.
Made to Serve
The Royal Navy's HMS Daring pulled alongside Tokyo’s Harumi Pier on 30 November for a four-day port call.
Andrew Symonds
Symonds is the president of AgustaWestland Japan and the head of North East Asia operations.
New Defence Attaché Starts Tokyo Mission
The annual Remembrance Sunday ceremony was attended this year by the Royal Navy's Captain Charles Ashcroft.
Closest of Allies
Ambassador Tim Hitchens emphasised stronger bilateral ties in security, energy and investment in a recent address.
UKTI Launches Export Website
A website has been launched to enable more British firms to unlock the Japanese market.
The Role of Roast in Early Trading
Legend has it that the ruler of Hirado in 1613 immediately took to this traditional English dish.
Evolving Palates
Simon Berry, chairman of Berry Bros. & Rudd, discusses changing consumer tastes and the Japanese wine market.
UK: Open for Business
Recent changes to Britain’s corporate taxation rules have been designed to promote the UK as a place to do business, according to the "tax minister".
New Rules for Overseas Property
A new reporting system became effective in 2013, with the first reporting deadline 17 March 2014.
The Business Case for D&I
Executives should be able to assess and articulate sound supporting reasons for D&I programmes within an organisation.
Arts
UK arts events in Japan
Stand Up for a Healthy Workplace
Studies have shown that many hours spent sitting can lead to premature mortality and contribute to a range of illnesses.
Occasion for Reflection
Last month marked the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who, one of the BBC's most successful programmes.
