March 2015
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Green fingers grow trade and tourism
Japan digs English gardens as UK science, skills and gear cultivate exports and bilateral ties.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/rugby-s-345x345.jpg)
Will rugby union convert the masses?
The general manager of Japan Rugby 2019 outlines plans to promote the World Cup.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/David2019-600x600-100x100.jpg)
BCCJ events, elections offer chances to engage
BCCJ events provide members with the chance to hear about the commercial successes and struggles of others.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Editor-100x100.jpg)
Two views
A change of perspective provides insight on UK-Japan ties.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Lori2019-600x600-1-100x100.jpg)
Spotlight on Tohoku
The Duke of Cambridge visits Back to Business sites in the region.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Disaster1-345x345.jpg)
Tohoku: Broken hearts and humbled
A UK film team has made a documentary that sheds light on the region's recovery.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/20150218_BCCJ_Olympic-137-345x345.jpg)
London’s 2012 legacy, Tokyo’s Olympian task
Lord Deighton shares insights and advice for the Tokyo 2020 team.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/seregration-1-345x345.jpg)
Bigotry writ large
Ayako Sono's idea of segregating living areas in Japan according to race has caused controversy.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/japanese-cedar-s-345x345.jpg)
Battling an allergy to Japanese cedar
Pollen can be as prevalent in cities as in rural areas.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Training.jpg)
Mysterious millennials
Young workers in Japan are reconsidering their attitudes to lifetime employment.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Cover-345x522.jpg)
“Grief is not a one-way street in Japan”
This book has aspects of a journal, a historical narrative and a cultural guide.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/55-345x222.jpg)
Where are they now?
JET alumnus shares how the programme has changed her work and life.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/women-mental-health-345x345.jpg)
Female mental health
Women are more at risk than men of suffering from mental health problems.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Industry-devere.jpg)
Value to be found in Japan
The corporate sector offers investment opportunities.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/14.11.22-37-Frames-BST-Fuji-Relay-0200-345x345.jpg)
Classrooms without walls
BST works to support the character development of its students.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Royal-visit.jpg)
Warm welcome
The Duke of Cambridge makes his first visit to Japan.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/IMG_0605-345x345.jpg)
Steve Borthwick
The former England captain has an important role in preparing Japan for the Rugby World Cup 2019.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Nadine-Robb1-e14144882504901.jpg)
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Fostering skills in young people
The Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme helps youth realise their potential.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Christine-Wright-e14277764958541.jpg)
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What are you worth?
This year's increase in salaries in Japan is not reflective of the need for talent.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/laura_simpson-e14277770702141.png)
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How the changing world affects brands
While global brands are popular, a new study shows Japanese tend to prefer local ones.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/IMG_0583-345x317.jpg)
Forward-looking education at a-jis
Developing global citizens is a key aim for staff at Aoba-Japan International School.![](https://bccjacumen.com/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kampai-s-345x345.jpg)