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Foreigners Need Not Apply

In terms of diversity hiring, Japan is now just a bit better than America of the 1860s, when the song ‘No Irish Need Apply’ was first published. Last week, an article appeared in the New York Times that outlined the … Continue reading

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Goodbye, Chofu!

I’ve just finished my second semester at Waseda; in spite of having already received my certificate, I had class until Thursday, and finished my last Japanese essay on Saturday. It’s a strange feeling to not be at school — this … Continue reading

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Love and Respect Your Mother…Tongue

Tonight, my student flaked out on me. I teach her English every Tuesday evening from 5:30 – 6:30 in a local restaurant. We get coffee and chat for a little while before moving on to a book she does exercises … Continue reading

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