October 2014
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Protecting Nature’s Pollinators
Debate is ongoing about chemicals introduced into the environment to allegedly protect plants from weeds, diseases and insects.
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Finding Harmony through the Outdoors
Spending time with Mother Nature can help restore inner balance amid the hustle and bustle of daily life.
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Selling Isn’t Telling
Asking questions, rather than giving presentations, can provide the client with solutions, and increase sales.
Judges on the spot
The judging panel of this year's BBA give their insights into what they are looking for from nominees and why.
Tourism bodies tie up ahead of Tokyo 2020
VisitBritain shares learnings for Tokyo as the campaign to increase tourism numbers following London 2012 yields positive results.
A time and place unpeeled
An Encyclopaedia of Myself explores the life and times of Brit Jonathan Meades.
Showcasing the Best of British
UK Trade & Investment hosts GREAT Week Japan to support UK firms.
Crossing borders for gender equality
Global leaders share insights on empowering both men and women.
Hawaii Warms Hearts
Supporters of children's charity Shine On! Kids enjoyed entertainment and games to raise money for key projects next year.
Record-breaking month of events
Offerings included social gatherings and events to support business and government initiatives.
Guide to Dengue Fever
The most effective way of controlling outbreaks of the virus is to target the mosquitos who carry it.
Creating a More Supportive Society
As one in four people will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime, TELL offers advice on how to help and how to get support.
Pass the cheese, please
Quality artisan cheeses from the UK are making inroads in the domestic market.
Experiences, not attractions
Flexibility in both service and process is the key to success in the diverse international tourism market.
Recruitment Industry still on Solid Ground
Economic confidence has resulted in an increasing number of European firms entering the Japan market.
Get Ready, on Your Marks …
As Tokyo prepares for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the country has lessons to learn to achieve success.
UK-Japan News
Sharp changes foreseen in e-commerce sector; evolution of "big three" convenience stores; supermarkets, foreign beers grab more sales
Bike culture reborn
Today, fewer Japanese are buying motorbikes, but that trend is gradually changing.
Where are they now?
JET alumnus shares how the programme has influenced his work and life.
News in Brief
Your monthly digest of UK-Japan media reports
First UK choir to sing at top festival
The Bath Male Choir will perform in Hyogo Prefecture on 3 November.
Plymouth event could boost business and exports
Organisers of Japan400 Plymouth hope to foster bilateral trade links.
Nostalgia trip for Oasis exhibit
Rare and iconic photos of the Manchester Brit pop group come to Tokyo.
Think tank reports rise in nations’ output
The UK and Japan move up in this year's Global Competitiveness Index.
Gaining business insight
Chamber events present opportunities for members to hone their skills.
Working for Women
How to empower women was the key theme at the World Assembly for Women in Tokyo.
