November 2014
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Making Yourself Clear
Engaging the audience with a dynamic delivery is as important as the content of the message.
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Culprits of Falling Fish Stocks
Academics call for monitoring and conservation of the marine ecosystem to protect against overfishing.
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What Makes Us Fans
New research shows how and why people develop a fondness for a particular sports person or team.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Your monthly digest of UK-Japan media reports
army skills for business success
A British firm is instilling leadership in Japanese businesses.
Challenges Persist for Working Women
Lack of confidence restrains the professional lives of Japanese women.
A dash of flavour chemistry
This book explores the secrets of umami, the fifth taste.
Member Knowhow for Export Success
The BCCJ signs a pact with the UK government to help British businesses enter the Japanese market.
ARTS
UK arts events in Japan
Hopes for rise in Condo Prices
Overseas investors consider Tokyo to be one of the best locations for capital gains.
Unlocking Silos and building Bridges
This year has seen a strong demand for talent in indirect procurement and S&OP.
Orange Ribbons for Child Abuse prevention
Professional advice, consultations and workshops are available in Japan.
flu nasal spray vaccine for kids
The new type offers broader protection against four strains.
Cultural and commercial bridges
BCCJ ACUMEN is a resource for education; bilingual posts on the BCCJ website cater to a wider audience
Caring To Teach the Unreached
The British School in Tokyo has partnered with United World Schools to support education in Cambodia.
Love of British business
Japanese firms and consumers lap up the innovative products and services of the four nations.
early adopters like innovation
A British firm's new camera imaging technology is warmly received in Japan.
New course to boost bilateral ties
A Japanese studies course at Durham University aims to serve both the institution and Japan.
N. Irish cheddar export deal
A leading dairy cooperative will bring its cheese range to Japan is a new deal with Hoko Co., Ltd.
Films win NHK awards
British creations are recognised in an international contest for educational media.
Brompton: on the right track
The colour and compact size of the British firm's bicycles have proven popular here.
Where are they now?
JET alumnus shares how the programme has influenced his work and life.
JAPAN NEWS
Unsure plight of general retailers; buyers get savvy about e-commerce; poll: more students of foreign languages
Who Shall Inherit the Earth?
Environmental laureates urge global citizens to agree on actions to address climate change.
Showroom tie-up raises charity profile
A special exhibition of animals saved by Animal Refuge Kansai has been on display in a Tokyo car dealership.
Pet heaven
British firms and groups provide support to not-for-profit organisation Animal Refuge Kansai for the construction of a new pet sanctuary in Hyogo Prefecture.
Breaking ground in the skies
British Airways aims to offer options by providing flights to the UK from both of Tokyo's international airports.
Sparking dialogue
The BCCJ is to receive funding to work on the opportunities available to UK firms in Japan's upcoming sporting events.
