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Capital and largest city: Tokyo
Language: Japanese
Currency: Yen
World Region: Asia-Pacific
Area: 377,864 km²/ 145,870 mi² (13% arable)
Highest Point: Mt. Fuji 3,776m (12,388ft)
Population: 127.4 million (2002)
Population growth: 0.11% (2002)
Population density: 340/km² (2002)
Life expectancy at birth: Women-83 Men-77 (1999 estimates)
Time: Noon in Ottawa (EST) is 2:00 A.M. the next day in Tokyo.
Major religions: Buddhism, Shinto
Net Migration from Japan: nearly 0
Land Immigrants from Japan to Canada: 1079 (2002)
Climate: Varies from tropical in the south to cool temperate in the north to cold in the
mountainous regions.
Natural resources: negligible mineral resources and fish.
General Information
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System of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Administrative Divisions: 47 Prefectures
Head of State: HM Emperor Akihito
Prime Minister: Junichiro Koizumi
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry: Shoichi Nakagawa
Foreign Minister: Yoriko Kawaguchi
Finance Minister: Sadakazu Tanigaki
Membership in World Organizations: WTO, G8, APEC, ASEAN
Labour Force by Occupation: 2 percent agriculture, 36 percent
industry, 62 percent services, total labour force 67.7 million (2000
estimates)
Bicameral Diet
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Upper House (House of Councillors): 247 members; 6 year
terms; half elected every 3 years.
Lower House (House of Representatives): 480 members; 4 year
terms.
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Liberal Democratic Party: 241
Democratic Party: 124
New Komeito Party: 31
Liberal Party: 22
Communist Party: 20
Social Democratic Party: 18
Conservative Party: 7
Independents/Others: 15
Vacant: 2
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Japanese Representation in Canada
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Ottawa: Ambassador Kensaku Hogen
Montréal: Consul General Tetsuo Shioguchi
Toronto: Consul General Takashi Koezuka
Vancouver: Consul General Toshiyuki Taga
Edmonton: Consul General Kiyoshi Shidara
Canadian Representation in Japan
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Tokyo: Ambassador Robert Wright
Osaka: Consul General David McLellan
Nagoya: Consul Jeff Kucharski
Fukuoka: Consul Josiane Simon
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GDP: Cdn $6.3 trillion (2002)
Real GDP Growth: 0.4% (1999); 1.7% (2000);
-0.5% (2001); 0.3% (2002)
Inflation Rate (CPI): -0.9 (2002)
Unemployment rate: 5.3% (July 2003)
Prime Rate: 1.5% (Feb. 2001)
New Housing Starts: 1.4 million (1999)
Japanese Direct Investment in Canada:
Cdn$6.3 B (1999)
Japanese Portfolio Investment in Canada:
Cdn$40 B (1999)
Japanese visitors to Canada: 521,000 (1999)
Real GDP Growth
1992-2002
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
Canada
0.6
2.2
4.1
2.3
1.5
3.9
3
4.7
4.7
1.5
3.4
Japan
1
-0.2
0.5
0.9
3.6
0.9
-2.5
0.3
1.7
-0.5
0.3
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Japan Inflation and Unemployment Rate
FY92
FY93
FY94
FY95
FY96
FY97
FY98
FY99
FY00
FY01
FY02
Inflation (CPI)
1.7
1.3
0.7
-0.2
0.2
1.8
0.6
-0.4
-0.7
-0.7
-0.9
Unemployment
2.2
2.5
2.9
3.2
3.4
3.4
4.6
4.7
4.7
5
5.3
Canada-Japan Bilateral Trade 1992-2002
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
Exports to Japan
7490
8496
9741
12054
11160
11167
8648
8354
9008
8136
8,398
Imports from
Japan
10762
10723
11367
12096
10444
12553
13999
15031
16600
14647
15,412
Surplus (Deficit)
-3272
-2227
-1626
-42
716
-1386
-5351
-6677
-7592
-6511
-7,014
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Foreign Direct Investment in Japan*
* Accumulated amounts from
FY1950-FY1997
Source: JETRO.
Canada’s Merchandise Trade with Japan:
(Using Statistics Canada Data)
$CAN Billion
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
Exports to Japan
(includes re-exports)
12.054
11.160
11.167
8.648
8.354
9.008
8.136
8.398
Imports from Japan
12.096
10.444
12.553
13.999
15.031
16.600
15.647
15.412
Balance
-0.042
-0.716
-1.386
-5.351
-7.592
-1386
-6.511
-7.014
Wood
22.41
Other
21.66
Other
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Meat
9.37
Vehicles, not Railway
22.51
Grain, Seeds, Fruit & Cereal
15.05
Machinery
18.28
Pulp & Paper
9.54
Electrical Machinery
7.64
Fish & Seafood
5.04
Toys/Sports Equipment
2.1
Mineral Fuel, Oil
7.95
Aircraft/Spacecraft
2.01
Ores, Slag, Ash
4.6
Medical Equipment, Optic
34.77
Aluminum
3.29
Machinery & Electrical Machinery
5.48
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Top 25 Import Products from Canada
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440710 - LUMBER (THICKNESS >6MM) - CONIFEROUS WOOD
120510 - RAPE OR COLZA SEEDS - LOW ERUCIC ACID (WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN)
270112 - BITUMINOUS COAL - WHETHER OR NOT PULVERIZED BUT NOT AGGLOMERATED
020329 - SWINE, CUTS BONELESS - FROZEN
260300 - COPPER ORES AND CONCENTRATES
470321 - CHEMICAL WOODPULP - SODA OR SULPHATE - CONIFEROUS, BLEACHED
440320 - WOODEN TELEPHONE POLES, FENCE POSTS, OTHER WOOD IN ROUGH - NOT TREATED
760120 - UNWROUGHT ALUMINUM - ALLOYED
100190 - MESLIN AND WHEAT NES
020319 - SWINE, CUTS BONELESS - FRESH OR CHILLED
470329 - CHEMICAL WOODPULP - SODA OR SULPHATE - NON-CONIFEROUS, BLEACHED
940600 - PREFABRICATED BUILDINGS (''INDUSTRIALIZED BUILDINGS'')
880230 - AIRPLANES OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT (2, 000 - 15,000 KG)
480100 - NEWSPRINT - IN ROLLS OR SHEETS
848071 - MOULDS - INJECTION OR COMPRESSION TYPES - FOR RUBBER OR PLASTICS
030614 - CRABS - FROZEN
030613 - SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS - FROZEN
121490 - SWEDES, MANGOLDS, FODDER ROOTS, HAY, CLOVER, SAINFOIN, FORAGE KALE, ETC, PELLETS
120100 - SOYA BEANS (WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN)
870324 - MOTOR VEHICLES - SPARK IGNITION - CYLINDER CAPACITY MORE THAN 3000 CC
110710 - MALT - NOT ROASTED
030520 - LIVERS AND ROES - DRIED, SMOKED, SALTED OR IN BRINE
851790 - PARTS OF ELECTRICAL APPARATUS FOR LINE TELEPHONE OR LINE TELEGRAPHY
100110 - DURUM WHEAT
261610 - SILVER ORES AND CONCENTRATES
Top 25 Export Products To Canada
870323 - MOTOR VEHICLES - SPARK IGNITION - CYLINDER CAPACITY 1500-3000 CC
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870324 - MOTOR VEHICLES - SPARK IGNITION - CYLINDER CAPACITY MORE THAN 3000 CC
852540 - STILL IMAGE VIDEO CAMERAS AND OTHER VIDEO CAMERA RECORDERS
870322 - MOTOR VEHICLES - SPARK IGNITION - CYLINDER CAPACITY 1000-1500 CC
847330 - PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING MACHINES (INCL COMPUTERS) AND UNITS
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842952 - MECHANICAL SHOVELS AND EXCAVATORS WITH A 360 DEGREES REVOLVING SUPERSTRUCTURE
870829 - PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF MOTOR VEHICLE BODIES NES
870840 - GEAR BOXES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES
870899 - OTHER MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS NES
847160 - INPUT OR OUTPUT UNITS FOR COMPUTERS AND OTHER DATA PROCESSING MACHINES
950410 - VIDEO GAMES OF A KIND USED WITH A TELEVISION RECEIVER
840734 - RECIPROCATING PISTON ENGINES FOR ROAD OR OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLES - DISPLACING OVER 1,000 CC
847950 - INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS FOR FOUNDRIES, AUTOMOTIVE ASSEMBLY LINES OR OTHER INDUSTRIAL USES NES
870321 - MOTOR VEHICLES - SPARK IGNITION - CYLINDER CAPACITY LESS THAN 1000 CC
900999 - OTHER PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR PHOTOCOPYING APPARATUS NES
871150 - MOTORCYCLES - ENGINE CYLINDER CAPACITY OVER 800 CC
880330 - PARTS OF AIRPLANES OR HELICOPTERS NES
850239 - ELECTRIC GENERATING SETS - OTHER THAN WIND-POWERED
870850 - DRIVE AXLES WITH DIFFERENTIAL FOR MOTOR VEHICLES
871140 - MOTORCYCLES - ENGINE CYLINDER CAPACITY OF 500-800 CC
845710 - MACHINING CENTRES - FOR WORKING METAL
843149 - PARTS OF CRANES, WORK-TRUCKS, SHOVELS AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY
840721 - OUTBOARD MOTORS FOR MARINE PROPULSION
401110 - NEW PNEUMATIC RUBBER TIRES - FOR MOTOR CARS (INCL STATION WAGONS AND RACING CARS)
900912 - ELECTROSTATIC PHOTOCOPIERS - REPRODUCING ORIGINAL IMAGE VIA AN INTERMEDIATE (INDIRECT PROCESS)
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Diplomatic relations between the two countries were
formally established when Japan opened a Legation in
Ottawa in 1928, as Canada established its first
diplomatic office in Tokyo and recognizing Japan's role
as an emerging world powering 1929.
Canada backed Japan's accession to the GATT in
1955.
In 1963, Canada welcomed Japan's admission to the
OECD.
Canada-Japan trade has blossomed into a multi-billon dollar economic relationship and Japan's
emergence as Canada's second largest trading partner in 1973 coincided with new opportunities and
growth potential for Canadian business.
In 1989, the Parliament has established the Canada-Japan Inter-Parliamentary Group and every
since then the bilateral relationship between two countries has been built over many years through
private and public contacts in the framework of consultative institutions such as:
 The Joint Economic Committee;
 Bilateral Peace and Security Symposia;
 The Canada-Japan Business Conference;
 The Canada-Japan Forum and,
 Canada-Japan Parliamentarians' Consultations.
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In 1996, Canada’s former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien had visited Japan to discuss expanding
trade links between the two countries. At the conclusion of the meetings, the Japanese and
Canadian government and business leaders agreed to:
 Undertake studies of bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
 Facilitate trade wherever possible.
 Work towards expanding global markets.
 Exchange knowledge and personnel in the areas of space research and development,
Artic science, social security, and culture.
Japan is Canada’s second largest national partner and accounts for 2 percent of Canada’s total
exports, and is the third largest source of direct foreign investment in Canada.
In 2001 Canadian exports decreased by 0.5% to $8.2 billion and imports from Japan increased
by 5.3% in 2002 to $15.4 billion, Canada's total merchandise trade with Japan amounted to
$23.6 billion.
Canada’s economy efforts to revitalize relationship with Japan come at a time when Japan is
rethinking its exclusively multilateral approach to trade policy and has begun to consider
seriously bilateral agreements. On January 2002, Japan signed its first "new age" free trade
agreement with Singapore. Beyond that, Japan has been exploring possibilities for various
types of agreements with Korea, Mexico, Australia and Thailand.
The year 2004 marks 75 years of bilateral diplomatic presence in the Canada-Japan
relationship and the centenary of Canada's Trade Commissioner Service in Japan.
[71 major post-secondary institutions (Universities, Colleges, or technical schools)]
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International University of Japan
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Aichi Gakuin University
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Akita University
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Centre nat. de Neurologie . . ., Kodaira 
Ashikaga
Chiba University
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Doshisha University
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Fukuhara Gakuen University
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Fukushima University
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Gifu University
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Highashi Nippon Gakuen University
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Hitachi Works Ltd.
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Hitotsubashi University
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Hokkaido International Education
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Foundation
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Hokkaido University
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Hokkaigakuen University
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Hosei University
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International Christian University
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Joetsu University of Education
Kagawa Medical School
Kanazawa University
Kansai University Matsushita Institute of
Government and Management
Keio University
Kinki University
Kobe University
Komazawa University
Konan University
Kumamoto University
Kushiro Public University of Economics
Kwansei Gakuin University
Kyoto University
Kyushu University
Matsuyama University
Meiji Gakuin University
Meiji University
Mie University
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Nagoya University
Nanzan University
Nihon University
Niigata University
Nippon Dental University
Northern Regions Centre, Sapporo
Obihiro University of Agriculture &
Veterinary Medicine
Osaka University
Otaru University of Commerce
Ritsumeikan University
Sapporo University
Shiga University
Shizuoka University
Sophia University
Tezukayama Gakuin University
The Japan Defence Academy
Toho University
Tohoku University
Tokyo University Agriculture &
Technology
Tokyo University of Fisheries
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Tottori University
Toyota University
University of Osaka Prefecture
University of Tokyo
University of Tsukuba
Waseda University
Yokohama City University
Yokohama National University
2. College
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College of Dairy Farming (Rakuno
Gakuen Daigaku)
Doshisha Women's College
Kochi Medical College
Sapporo Medical College
3. Institute of Technology
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Ashikaga Institute of Technology
Chiba Institute of Technology
Kyushu Institute of Technology
Tokyo Institute of Technology
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Programs
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Adult Education
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Agriculture
Animal Sciences
Art and Humanities
Asian studies
Business Administration and Management
Business Studies (Commerce), General
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Dentistry and Stomatology
Earth and Geological Sciences
Electrical Engineering
Energy (Technology)
Engineering and Technology
English as second language
Entomology
Fine an applied Arts
Fishery Sciences
French
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International relations
Landscape Architecture
Law
Mathematics, General
Mechanical Engineering
Medical/Health Sciences
Medicine and Surgery , General
Metallurgical Engineering
Modern Languages and their Literature
Music Education
Natural Sciences
Neurology
Nursing
Nutrition
Other areas of study
Pharmacy
Physical Education and Sports
Political Science & Government Economics
Statistics
Social and Behavioral Science
Teacher Training for Teacher Trainers
Veterinary Medicine
(44 Disciplines)
Population of Educational
Institutions
Schools
Full-Time
Faculty
Kindergartens
14,279
119,801
1,769,096
Elementary schools
23,808
423,814
7,239,327
Junior high schools
11,159
279,876
3,862,849
5,472
325,611
3,929,352
993
59,866
94,171
Colleges of
technology
62
7,045
57,349
Junior colleges
541
44,585
267,086
Universities
686
304,438
2,786,092
Special training
colleges
3,467
147,742
765,558
Miscellaneous
schools
2,069
25,609
198,588
High schools
The school year in Japan begins on April 1 and is
divided into three terms:
•April to July,
•September to December, &
•January to March.
Some schools follow a two-term schedule. The
gradual transition from a six-day school week to a
five-day week was completed in 2002.
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Special schools for
handicapped
persons
Students
School
System
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In 1986, a law stipulating equal employment opportunities for men and women went into effect, and by 1997 this law was
amended to explicitly prohibit gender discrimination in job advertisements, hiring, assignments, and promotions. In spite of
this, the average monthly salary for women in 2002 remained at about 66.5% of their male counterparts, and the upperlevel managerial posts in major companies were still almost entirely a male domain. In recent years, the wage differential
between men and women has been adversely affected by a new trend: in order to cut costs, large companies are
increasingly using low-paid part-time and temporary workers for clerical functions formerly performed by older and
relatively high paid female employees.
Labour
According to a Ministry of
Public Management, Home
Affairs, Posts and
Telecommunications’ survey,
3.4 millions of people were
completely unemployed in
2000 which accounted for
5.0% of the entire labor
force. The government has
declare shorter working hour
to be the most important
element in realizing an
improved in the quality of life
of Japanese people.
Revisions to the Labor
Standards Law, a trend
toward adoption of a five-day
work week, and such
measures as allowing for
substitute holidays when a
national holiday falls on a
Sunday have contributed to
shorter working hours.
Annual working hours, which
had been 2,110 in 1985,
stood at 1,837 in 2002 .
Japan experienced a number of
serious forms of environmental
pollution from the 1960s to the 1970s.
Besides Minamata disease, a series of
other pollution-related diseases have
surfaced, one after another, such as
itai-itai disease, which broke out in the
Jinzu-gawa river basin in Toyama
Prefecture; respiratory disorders in the
Tokyo-Yokohama, Nagoya, and OsakaKobe industrial belts; and
chronic arsenic poisoning Total Yearly Volume of General (Non-Industrial) Waste in Japan
in the Toroku district in Miyazaki Prefecture. These forms of pollution occurred as a result of the priority
placed on rapid economic growth and the downplay of standards to protect people's health and safety.
The consequences led to Japan's setting strict regulations to protect the environment from the 1960s
onward.
An issue that has become the focus of attention in Japan is disposal of industrial waste discharged by
factories and businesses. The Waste Management and Public Cleansing Law of 1970 regulates the
methods of disposal of certain wastes emitted by factories and businesses, such as soot, sludge, waste
oil, and discarded plastic, plus other wastes. Industrial wastes discharged in Japan reached 405 million
tons in fiscal 1996, which is 8 times more than general Total Yearly Industrial Waste in Japan
waste from homes and offices.
1878
Drainage from the Ashio Copper Mine, Tochigi Prefecture, contaminates nearby rivers.
1893
Air pollution from the Besshi Mine Field, Ehime Prefecture, is first noticed.
1953
Minamata disease appears in Kumamoto Prefecture.
1955
First public reports of itai-itai disease, previously diagnosed by a doctor in Toyama Prefecture.
1963
Marked increase in the number of cases of asthma in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, is first connected to air pollution from an
industrial complex.
1964
Minamata disease appears in Niigata Prefecture.
1967
Pollution Countermeasures Basic Law is passed.
1968
Air Pollution Control Law is passed.
1971
Environment Agency is established.
1972
Nature Conservation Law is passed.
1974
National Institute for Environmental Study is established.
1980
Research begins on acid rain.
1983
Dioxin is found in emissions from trash incineration.
1988
Ozonosphere Protection Law is passed, with provisions to reduce the use of chlorofluorocarbons.
1989
Air Pollution Control Law is amended to control the use of asbestos.
1993
Basic Environmental Law is enacted.
1995
Minamata disease victim organizations accept a government offer to provide support to the victims.
Sodium leak, occurs at the Power Reactor and Nuclear Fuel Development Corporation's fast breeder reactor "Monju."
1997
- Radiation leak occurs at the Tokai nuclear fuel reprocessing plant operated by the Power Reactor and Nuclear Fuel
Development Corporation.
- Third Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change held in Kyoto.
- Receptacle Packaging Recycle Law is implemented.
1998
Specific Household Electrical Appliance Recycling Law is passed.
1999
- Environmental Impact Assessment Law is implemented.
- Accident at JCO Co., Ltd. exposes workers to high levels of radiation; surrounding residents are evacuated.
- Law Concerning Special Measures Against Dioxin is implemented.
Pollution and
Pollution Control in Japan
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Religion
History
Canada
Japan
A land of vast distances and rich natural resources,
Canada became a self-governing dominion in 1867
while retaining ties to the British crown.
Economically and technologically the nation has
developed in parallel with the US, its neighbor to the
south across an unfortified border. Its paramount
political problem continues to be the relationship of
the province of Quebec, with its French-speaking
residents and unique culture, to the remainder of the
country.
While retaining its time-honored culture, Japan rapidly
absorbed Western technology during the late 19th and
early 20th centuries. After its defeat in World War II,
Japan recovered to become an economic power and a
staunch ally of the US. While the emperor retains his
throne as a symbol of national unity, actual power rests
in networks of powerful politicians, bureaucrats, and
business executives. The economy experienced a major
slowdown starting in the 1990s following three decades
of unprecedented growth.
Geography
Location:
Geographic
coordinates:
Area:
Area comparative:
Land
boundaries:
Coastline:
Maritime
claims:
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Eastern Asia, island chain between the
North Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan,
east of the Korean Peninsula
Northern North America, bordering the
North Atlantic Ocean on the east, North
Pacific Ocean on the west, and the Arctic
Ocean on the north, north of the
conterminous US
36 00 N, 138 00 E
Map references: Asia
60 00 N, 95 00 W
Map references: North America
total: 377,835 sq km
note: includes Bonin Islands (Ogasawaragunto), Daito-shoto, Minami-jima, Okinotori-shima, Ryukyu Islands (Nansei-shoto),
and Volcano Islands (Kazan-retto)
water: 3,091 sq km
land: 374,744 sq km
total: 9,984,670 sq km
land: 9,093,507 sq km
water: 891,163 sq km
slightly smaller than California
somewhat larger than the US
0 km
total: 8,893 km
border countries: US 8,893 km (includes
2,477 km with Alaska)
29,751 km
202,080 km
contiguous zone: 24 NM
exclusive economic zone: 200 NM
territorial sea: 12 NM; between 3 NM and
12 NM in the international straits - La
Perouse or Soya, Tsugaru, Osumi, and
Eastern and Western Channels of the
Korea or Tsushima Strait
contiguous zone: 24 NM
territorial sea: 12 NM
continental shelf: 200 NM or to the edge of
the continental margin
exclusive economic zone: 200 NM
Terrain:
mostly rugged and mountainous
mostly plains with mountains in west and
lowlands in southeast
Elevation
extremes:
lowest point: Hachiro-gata -4 m
highest point: Mount Fuji 3,776 m
lowest point: Atlantic Ocean 0 m
highest point: Mount Logan 5,959 m
Natural
resources:
negligible mineral resources, fish
iron ore, nickel, zinc, copper, gold, lead,
molybdenum, potash, diamonds, silver, fish,
timber, wildlife, coal, petroleum, natural gas,
hydropower
Land use:
arable land: 12.13%
permanent crops: 1.01%
other: 86.86% (1998 est.)
arable land: 4.94%
permanent crops: 0.02%
other: 95.04% (1998 est.)
Irrigated land:
26,790 sq km (1998 est.)
7,200 sq km (1998 est.)
many dormant and some active volcanoes;
about 1,500 seismic occurrences (mostly
tremors) every year; tsunamis; typhoons
continuous permafrost in north is a serious
obstacle to development; cyclonic storms
form east of the Rocky Mountains, a result
of the mixing of air masses from the Arctic,
Pacific, and North American interior, and
produce most of the country's rain and snow
east of the mountains
air pollution from power plant emissions
results in acid rain; acidification of lakes and
reservoirs degrading water quality and
threatening aquatic life; Japan is one of the
largest consumers of fish and tropical timber,
contributing to the depletion of these
resources in Asia and elsewhere
air pollution and resulting acid rain severely
affecting lakes and damaging forests; metal
smelting, coal-burning utilities, and vehicle
emissions impacting on agricultural and
forest productivity; ocean waters becoming
contaminated due to agricultural, industrial,
mining, and forestry activities
Natural
hazards:
Environment current
issues:
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Environment international
agreements:
party to: Antarctic-Environmental Protocol,
Antarctic-Marine Living Resources, Antarctic
Seals, Antarctic Treaty, Biodiversity, Climate
Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol,
Desertification, Endangered Species,
Environmental Modification, Hazardous
Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Dumping,
Nuclear Test Ban, Ozone Layer Protection,
Ship Pollution, Tropical Timber 83, Tropical
Timber 94, Wetlands, Whaling
party to: Air Pollution, Air Pollution-Nitrogen
Oxides, Air Pollution-Persistent Organic
Pollutants, Air Pollution-Sulphur 85, Air
Pollution-Sulphur 94, Antarctic-Marine Living
Resources, Antarctic Seals, Antarctic Treaty,
Biodiversity, Climate Change,
Desertification, Endangered Species,
Environmental Modification, Hazardous
Wastes, Marine Dumping, Nuclear Test Ban,
Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution,
Tropical Timber 83, Tropical Timber 94,
Wetlands
signed, but not ratified: Air Pollution-Volatile
Organic Compounds, AntarcticEnvironmental Protocol, Climate ChangeKyoto Protocol, Law of the Sea, Marine Life
Conservation
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FASHION, ARTS ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS
FOR MIND AND BODY
Herbal medicine (kampo) is becoming increasingly popular among Japanese women and is
making inroads into their lives in several ways. In this facility's Kampo Boutique in Aoyama,
where herbal medicine is sold, such products as herb tea are available as well as medicine,
and the store does indeed have the atmosphere of a boutique. There is also a restaurant tha
offers cuisine with medical seasoning blends of such things as Chinese wolfberry fruit and
Chinese date (jujube) and a drink bar stocked with herbal juices. The museum, meanwhile,
has a school where people can learn about herbal medicine. In the background of this
growing interest of women in herbal medicine lies their increased awareness of health issues
Inside the Nihondo Kampo Rather than turning to medicine for specific illnesses or symptoms, they are interested in
taking herbal medicine in order to improve their physical and spiritual condition as a whole.
Museum (Nihondo Co.)
COMPETITIVE EXPORTS
Japanese manga are being
translated into various
languages. (Shueisha)
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International interest in Japanese publications like manga (comic books), fashion
magazines, and novels is rising sharply. This trend has spurred growth in the business
of publishing translations of Japanese originals, not only within Japan but also in other
countries, and there has been growing competition for translation and publication rights
in the United States and some Asian countries. Japan's written culture, it appears, has
become the nation's latest hit export.
In such trendy areas such as Harajuku and Daikanyama, women are sporting colorful street
fashion. Well-worn, loose-fitting clothes worn in layers appear set to become popular this year. Particularly
noticeable are jeans and chino pants that are loose around the waist and come in such sharp colors as sky
blue. Even though the designs this year are loose-fitting, they tend to slim down toward the hem, and the
fashion magazines are referring to this new look as yurusurimu (loose slim). The wearer's figure can be seen
clearly. Besides pants, other popular bottoms include loose-fitting miniskirts with pleats and frills. The easygoing feeling of these light skirts can be further enhanced by wearing a large stole on top and can be
accented with the addition of an asymmetrical sweater. Many women are enjoying the various possibilities
offered by the different combinations.
COLOURFUL CASUAL
The hot colors this season
include pink, green, and
orange - in shades ranging
from vivid to pastel. As for
patterns, the variety is wide
and includes such favorites
as paisley, flowers, retro
prints, and geometric
prints. The key, though, is
the bright colors. The skirts
flair as the wearer walks
and take on a different look
An increasing number of
young men are keeping up
with the fashion trends as
well. This year, however,
shirts with colorful polka
dots or vivid checks, along
with striped pants, look
like the new hot items.
Spring fashion this year is
a colorful spectacle for
everyone.
when in motion, giving a very girl-like appearance. In combination with these various bottoms, the looseslim look can be completed with a variety of accessories so long as they do not destroy the loose-fitting
look; options include simple flats and pumps. As for tops, loose-fitting sweaters, jackets, and cardigans are
in. Also popular are trench coats in bright colors like yellow, green, and red. Differing slightly from the rest of
the loose-slim style, this season's hot look is completed with a colorful coat that fits the wearer snugly.
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International Horticultural Exhibition Japan
Show Type: Public Show
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Apr 20, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Board Computer Japan 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
CPhI Japan 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Motortech Japan 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Techno-Frontier: EMC JAPAN
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Techno-Frontier: MOTION ENGINEERING
JAPAN
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
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Techno-Frontier: MOTORTECH JAPAN
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe, Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Techno-Frontier: POWER SUPPLY JAPAN
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe, Chiba
Apr 21, 2004 - Apr 23, 2004
Business Show Tokyo 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
May 11, 2004 - May 14, 2004
International Society for Magnetic Resonance in
Medicine (ISMRM) Twelfth Scientific Meeting &
Exhibition
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Kyoto International Conference Hall, Kyoto
May 15, 2004 - May 21, 2004
9th Toys Parties & Christmas Fair South
America
Show Type: Tradeshow
ITM, Osaka
May 22, 2004 - May 25, 2004
Design Engineering & Manufacturing Solutions
Expo/Conference (DMS)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jun 16, 2004 - Jun 18, 2004
IVR - Industrial Virtual Reality Expo &
Conference
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jun 16, 2004 - Jun 18, 2004
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Mechanical Components & Materials
Technology EXPO (M-Tech)
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jun 16, 2004 - Jun 18, 2004
NetWorld+Interop Tokyo 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow
Location To Be Determined - Tokyo, Tokyo
Jun 28, 2004 - Jul 02, 2004
FINETECH JAPAN - FPD Manufacturing
Technology Expo & Conference
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jun 30, 2004 - Jul 02, 2004
ISOT 2004 - 15th International Stationery &
Office Products Fair Tokyo
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 01, 2004 - Jul 03, 2004
OFMEX : International Office Machines and
Equipment Expo Tokyo
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 01, 2004 - Jul 03, 2004
9th Data Warehouse & Customer Relationship
Management Expo and Conference in Tokyo
(DWH & CRM EXPO)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 07, 2004 - Jul 09, 2004
DS EXPO - 6th Data Storage Expo & Conference
in Tokyo
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 07, 2004 - Jul 09, 2004
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ESEC - 7th Embedded Systems Expo &
Conference in Tokyo
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 07, 2004 - Jul 09, 2004
SODEC - 13th Software Development Expo &
Conference in Tokyo
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 07, 2004 - Jul 09, 2004
International Modern Hospital Show
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jul 14, 2004 - Jul 16, 2004
TEXBRASIL FENATEC (autumn / winter)
Show Type: Tradeshow
ITM, Osaka
Oct 01, 2004
Design Engineering & Manufacturing
Solutions Expo/Conference Kansai (OSAKA)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Intex Osaka, Osaka
Oct 13, 2004 - Oct 15, 2004
M-TechK: Mechanical Components &
Materials Technology Expo Kansai (OSAKA)
Show Type: Tradeshow
Intex Osaka, Osaka
Oct 13, 2004 - Oct 15, 2004
Tokyo International Flower Expo (IFEX)
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Oct 14, 2004 - Oct 16, 2004
International Optical Fair Tokyo 2004 - IOFT
2004
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Oct 18, 2004 - Oct 20, 2004
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Global Venture Forum 2004 (Biotech)
Show Type: Private
Mydome Osaka, Osaka
Oct 21, 2004 - Oct 22, 2004
Wi-Fi Planet Conference & Expo Japan 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Shinjuku NS Building - NS Event Hall, Tokyo
Oct 29, 2004 - Oct 30, 2004
The 38th Tokyo Motor Show—Commercial &
Barrier-free vehicles - 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow
Nippon Convention Center/Makuhari Messe,
Chiba
Nov 02, 2004 - Nov 07, 2004
3rd Edition Baby & Kids Fair Japan 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Nov 17, 2004 - Nov 19, 2004
Call Center/CRM Demo & Conference
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Sunshine City Convention Center, Tokyo
Nov 18, 2004 - Nov 19, 2004
JAPANTEX 2004
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Nov 24, 2004 - Nov 27, 2004
Global Venture Forum 2004 (Infotech)
Show Type: Private
Mydome Osaka, Osaka
Nov 25, 2004 - Nov 26, 2004
Electric Components Expo (ELECON)
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
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Electrotest Japan
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
Fiber Optics Expo (FOE)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
IC Packaging Technology Expo
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
Internepcon Japan
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
Printed Wiring Boards Expo (PWB)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 01, 2005
International Jewellery Tokyo (IJT)
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Jan 26, 2005 - Jan 29, 2005
JAPAN GOLF FAIR 2005
Show Type: Tradeshow
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
Feb 24, 2005 - Feb 26, 2005
CARS 2006 - Computer Assisted Radiology
and Sugery
Show Type: Tradeshow with conf.
Location To Be Determined - Osaka, Osaka
Jun 28, 2006 - Jul 01, 2006
Japan Retailer …
Posts Record Profit!
Thursday, April 8, 2004 Posted: 0220 GMT (1020 HKT)
Convenience chain Seven-Eleven
is Japan's biggest retailer.
TOKYO, Japan (Reuters) -- Seven-Eleven Japan Co,
the country's biggest convenience store chain,
booked record profits for the 24th straight year
Thursday due to store openings, improved profit
margins and strong take-out food sales.
Japan's biggest retailer by market capitalization said its
group net profit was 93.14 billion yen ($885 million) for
the year ended February 29. Revenue was up 11.8
percent to 474.28 billion yen.
That compares with a net profit of 82.86 billion yen a
year earlier.
As expected, Seven-Eleven raised its dividend payment
for the year by four yen to 39 yen, the 24th consecutive
annual dividend increase, to keep the payout ratio at 33
percent.
The results beat a market consensus of a group net
profit of 91.1 billion yen in a Reuters poll of 15 analysts.
Convenience stores were one of the few bright spots in
Japan's deflation-hit retail market last year, enjoying
steady profit growth from food sales.
Shares in Seven-Eleven have surged 22 percent in the
past month, compared to a 13 percent gain in the
benchmark Nikkei average.
They are 1.8 percent higher at 3950 yen at midday
Thursday.
Overseas investors aggressively backed the stock after
economic data in late February showed signs that
consumer spending had bottomed out.
Standards and Regulations: http://www.jetro.go.jp/se/e/standards_regulation/index.html
MAFF: http://www.maff.go.jp/eindex.html
TOKYO - New stricter legislation that will set zero tolerance for imports containing unapproved genetically modified
products, especially StarLink corn, takes effect in Japan in April. Under the new rules, Japan will also seek
mandatory labelling for genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food products.
THRESHOLD FOR LABELLING
-Japan will allow food products containing less than five percent of approved biotech crops like corn and soybeans to
be labelled as non-GMOs. Food makers using only non-GM crops or ingredients can voluntarily put "GM- free" label
on products.
-Japan would make it mandatory to put labels on food products in which GM material is one of the top three
ingredients and where the material accounts for five percent or above of food weight.
-Food companies have to put either of the two types of labels - "using GMOs" or "GMOs not segregated" - unless
they segregate GM-free crops or ingredients and use them exclusively in their products.
-Animal feed and food products in which DNA or protein resulting from gene alternation cannot be detected using
existing technologies are exempted from labelling.
-Exempted items include vegetable oil, soy sauce, corn flakes, glucose syrup, high fructose corn syrup, alcoholic
beverages with corn starch, dextrin, mashed potatoes, potato starch, potato flakes and processed potato products.
STARLINK ISSUE
-StarLink, made by Franco-German pharmaceutical group Aventis SA , is not approved in Japan even for use in
animal feed.
-StarLink was barred by U.S. regulators for human use because of concerns it might cause allergic reactions. The
discovery of the gene-altered corn in taco shells last September triggered the eventual recall of more than 300 U.S.
foods.
The Bowlingual device has two parts: a microphone attached to the
dog collar, and the hand-held unit.
The only different with Japan advertisement is that it contains more graphics
and a little description with the price of what its worth in Yen but shows the
description in both languages of Japanese and English as Canada is strictly
in one language other then that it is quite similar.
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The Honda FCX has become the first fuel cell vehicle in
the world to receive government certification, Both the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
California Air Resources Board (CARB) have certified the
hydrogen-powered Honda FCX as meeting all applicable
standards. The FCX has been certified by CARB as a
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and by the EPA as a Tier-2
Bin 1, National Low Emission Vehicle (NLEV), the lowest
national emission rating. The FCX will also meet
applicable U.S. safety and occupant protection standards.
This latest version of Honda fuel cell vehicle achieves 15
percent more maximum drive motor torque than previous
models and also provides improvements in mid-to-high
range power output characteristics and acceleration. It
also has an increased driving range of 350 km (220
miles), about 40 km (25 miles) more than the previous
model.
Honda has a long history of automotive environmental
leadership dating back to 1975 when the Honda CVCC
was the first vehicle to meet the amended Clean Air Act
standard. Since then, Honda was the first company to
market a gasoline vehicle (Civic) meeting the low
emission vehicle (LEV) standard and the first to sell a
gasoline car meeting first California's Ultra Low Emission
Vehicle standard and subsequently the "Super" ULEV
standard (Accord).
Honda was the first to sell a gasolineelectric "hybrid" car in the U.S. - the Insight
- and earlier this year added the Civic
Hybrid, first mass market hybrid model. The
EPA has recognized the Civic GX natural
gas vehicle, which went on sale in 1998, as
having the cleanest internal combustion
engine ever tested.
TWIN NOZZLE
The convenience of having two nozzles
allows you to choose which method of
becoming unsullied after a good night's sleep
you wish to use.
Toilet paper has been in common usage ever since 1857 when Joseph Gayetty
introduced an alternative to ripping out the pages from a department store catalog. Yet
we feel that toilet paper, with the coming of an age hopefully more enlightened, has
also passed its time. IntiMist offers a variety of ways for you to get be on the piercing
edge of this new age. At this point, we would like to draw the attention women who are
more mature, experiencing menopause and other conditions unknown to their younger
counterparts. Once again, let us reiterate the advantages of hands-free cleansing and
FAMILY
NOZZLE
drying
for female
sensitive body parts. We hope you'll agree with us when we say that
cleanliness is not just diplomatic, it's essential.
The ideal solution for problems which all females must regularly face.
All of us know that there are some problems which the male gender cannot fully
comprehend. The IntiMist bidet is extremely well-suited for dealing with these uniquely
feminine problems. In fact, it is specifically designed with them in mind. The bidet nozzle,
being longer than the family nozzle, has a superb reach, and its stream is finer. We feel
that this is not a special accomplishment, to be accompanied by heraldry; after all,
attending
to NOZZLE
genuine human problems is our ultimate aim.
BIDET
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DRYER
We are all familiar with warm-air hand dryers in various restrooms and the advantages
which they offer. IntiMist offers these same advantages in the privacy of your own
bathroom. The dryer is great for women who are pregnant as well. No strenous
gymnastics are necessary to finish the personal hygiene process; women who are
engaged in the marvelous process of nurturing a new life can, with the touch of a button,
eliminate the need for posturing and contorting that can be positively exasperating.
HEATD SEAT
Have you ever dreaded stalking into the bathroom, knowing that what awaits you is a
seat unmercifully chilled by frosty air? IntiMist's warm seat always welcomes, and is
good for people who are experiencing constipation or who are concerned with other
problems; in other words, IntiMist is for people who have neither the time nor patience
to worry about whether or not their comfort should be followed by a question mark.
CONTROL PANEL
Having Initimist is good etiquette!
It is good etiquette, naturally, to thoroughly wash oneself before leaving home. Good
etiquette means that just because others cannot see under your clothes, you still leave
no part of your body neglected. This is what we mean by ultimate etiquette. You will not
qualify, however, if you cut corners. In fact, we think you'll agree that self-confidence is
extraordinarily boosted when all parts of you are clean, even those that are hidden from
the penetrating view of others.
Temperature Control
The temperature for the heated seat and nozzle water can be preset, so users won't
have to adjust it every time.
Sitting is believing !
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High quality and incomparable simplicity.
Latest technology to contribute to your bar.
Place the glass, then press the button.
Presto! And the most refreshing draught
beer is ready to serve. What was once a
masterpiece of the experienced bartender,
The new dispenser from Fuji Electric
performs at ease.
Fixed Quantity Dispenser
Easy Operation
 The control panel has easy to understand
marks.
 Large size press button makes easy
operation.
 Even first-time users can easily handle.
 The single valve is able to dispense fixed
quantities to 2 types of containers.
 Manual dispensation and adding of the head
can be done with just one push.
Automatic Dispensation of the Experience
Bartender
 The tap pours fixed quantity of beer, and the
glass placement table tilts to 60°to prevent
foaming.
 The head tap will add a chilled creamy head.
Automatic Control Compressor
 According to the temperature of the beer,
controller adjusts pressure of CO2 gas,
Constant CO2 gas pressure allows dispensing
of fixed quantity of beer and smooth head.
Minimum Installation Space

The bottom surface intake & upper + side
surface exhaust system allows to set the
machine right against the wall.
Overflow Prevention Sensor
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The Overflow prevention sensor observes
the head dispensed. The dispenser stops
automatically when the head is about to
overflow.
Computer Control
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Computer control enables easy setting. The
control panel has press buttons for easy
setting.
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Beer temperature, tank temperature, out of
beer or CO2 gas is indicated by lamp and
digital signs. It is easy to check the
dispenser.

An automatic stopper stops dispensing out
of beer.
2 Valves System

2 valves controlled independently enables to
serve 2 different beers.
Other Facilities:
http://www.jal.co.jp/en/health/
Before Departure
Juice, Soda drinks, Coffee,
•Onboard Environment
tea, green tea, oolong tea,
•Common Onboard Ailments and
Mineral water, and Alcohol.
Their Treatment
http://wwd.jalhotels.co.jp/
Snacks.
•For Passengers with Health
english/japan.php3
Concerns
•For Those Wishing Special
Services or Consultation
•Passengers Traveling to Special
Business:
Regions
For business assistance
During the Flight
Public phones, fax machines,
•General Precautions
and copy machines are
•Prevention and Treatment of
almost available for your use.
Deep Vein Thrombosis during a
Magazines & Newspapers:
Flight
Magazines
•Sudden Shaking of Aircraft
Weekly magazines, Economy books
(Turbulence)
New books
•When Feeling Unwell
(This service is available at the Narita After Landing
Lounge.)
Best Ways to Avoid Jet Lag
Newspapers
Medical Supplies and Equipment on
Major, local, and sports newspapers
Board
Priority Guest Support
Beverages:
http://www.mori.co.jp/soho/mediahills/en_index.html
Media Hills
http://www.mori.co.jp/soho/azabudai/en_index.html
Executive Tower
Azabudai
ARK Hills
Executive Tower
http://www.mori.co.jp/soho/ark-exe/en_index.html
Less Risky Concerning Measures
Extremely
“10”Society
General“1”
Principles
for theRisky
Aging
Social/ Cultural Risk: http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/japan/socsec/aging.html
Part 1 Objectives and Basic Concepts
1. Objectives in Drawing Up General Principles
2. Basic Concepts
Part 2 Basic Measures by Sector
1. Working and Income
2. Health and Welfare
3. Learning and Social Involvement
4. Living Environment
5. Promoting Research
Part 3 To Promote Measures for the Aging Society
1. Important Points in Promoting Measures for the Aging Society
2. Systems to Promote Measure for the Aging Society
3. Revision of the General Principles
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Economic/Financial Risk
http://www.mofa.go.jp/policy/econo
my/asia/crisis0010.html
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Technical/Commercial Risk
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Logistics Companies in Japan
Nichirei Corporation
•
http://www.nichirei.co.jp/teion/english/
DHL International LTD.
•
http://www.dhl.co.jp/eng/
ABX Logistics
•
http://www.abxlogistics.com/JP/ENGLISH/
DAT Japan Limited
•
http://www.dat.co.jp/e02.htm
Logistics Industry in Japan
APL Logistics
•
http://www.apllogistics.com/cgi-bin/aplloff.pl?Japan
Nippon Yusen Kaisha
•
http://www.yusen.co.jp/nyk_e.html
MOL Logistics
•
http://www.mol-logistics.co.jp/index_e.html
Maersk Logistics
•
http://www.maersk-logistics.com/sw108.asp
FedEx
•
http://www.fedex.com/jp_english/
http://akseli.tekes.fi/dman/Document.phx?docu
mentId=rk33002104041103&cmd=download
“Dos”
•
In Japan, business cards are called meishi. Japanese give and receive meishi with both
hands. It should be printed in your home language on one side and Japanese on the other.
Present the card with your home country language side up.
•
Address a Japanese business person with a title and surname rather than a first name.
Punctuality is essential, and meetings are usually structured. It is customary to exchange
business cards (in Japanese and English) at first meetings.
•
Those who dress according to their status or position impress the Japanese. Dress to impress.
Men should wear dark conservative attire. Business suits are most suitable. Women’s dress
should be conservative. Little emphasis should be placed on accessories. They should be
Minimal.
•
It is perfectly acceptable to slurp your noodles. Doing so will exhibit your enjoyment of your food.
To do otherwise, indicates that your meal was not a pleasant one. Also, key phrases to learn are
"itadakimasu" at the beginning of dinner, and "gochisou-sama-deshita" at the end. It is polite use
these phrase and it will show you host that you have enjoyed the meal.
“Taboos”
•
Do not openly display money. It is rare to see it given from person to person in Japan. It is
important to use an envelope to pass money. Also avoid the "OK" sign; in Japan it means
money.
•
Pointing in is not acceptable and never pour a drink yourself; always allow someone else to do it
for you. Also, tipping is not excepted.
•
Do not blow your nose in public and avoid using large hand gestures, unusual facial expressions
and any dramatic movements. The Japanese do not talk with their hands and to do so could
distract your host.
•
Women should not wear pants and high-heeled shoes in a business situation. Japanese men
tend to find it offensive and dislike to be towered.
Currency and Money Exchange
The unit of Japanese currency is yen. Coins
are available in denominations of 1, 5, 10,
50, 100 and 500 yen and bank notes in
denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000 and
10,000 yen.
There is no limit on the amount of any
currency that may be brought into or taken
out of Japan. However, if you transport (any
currencies, checks, securities or other
monies.) exceeding 1,000,000 yen worth in
Japanese currency into or out of the country
then you must complete a customs
declaration.
ATMs
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are commonly available in large
urban areas throughout Japan. However, many do not accept
Travelers Checks and Credit Cards foreign credit cards or cash cards and their service hours are very
often restricted. Many ATMs operate only during banking hours
Travelers Checks are accepted by leading
although some remain open until 18:00-20:00 on weekdays. Often,
banks, hotels, ryokan (Japanese inns) and
weekend services are restricted to Saturday mornings. For ATMs
stores in major cities.
that accept credit cards, it is advised to contact each credit
International credit cards such as American
Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard company beforehand and check the location of each ATM and its
availability as these conditions vary from machine to machine.
are also acceptable at these major
Foreign credit, debit and cash cards can be used at over 21,000
establishments. However, Credit card
Post Office ATMs in locations throughout Japan. Post offices where
transactions are not always convenient
this service is available display stickers indicating which cards are
outside big cities so obtaining cash
beforehand is recommended when you travel accepted. Cards from the Cirrus, Plus, Maestro and Visa Electron
networks can be used. Accepted credit cards include Visa,
to the countryside.
MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club.
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Health & Emergency
Drinking water
Tap water is safe to drink anywhere in Japan. Mineral water including major imported brands can be easily
obtained from super markets, convenience stores and other similar places.
Medical Services
Medical systems and facilities in Japan are well established so that you can expect to receive a high standard
medical treatment
There are two different phone numbers to dial in an emergency - 110 to call the police or 119 to report a fire or to
call an ambulance. These emergency numbers can be dialled from a public telephone without paying for the call
by pressing the red button that is located on the front of the phone.
If you need a doctor or first-aid, contact your hotel front desk or ask someone around you. For hospital
information, call (03) 5285-8181 in Tokyo. Japanese medical services and facilities enjoy a high international
reputation.
Hospitals with English Speaking Doctors
International Catholic Hospital (Seibo Byoin)
2-5-1 Naka-Ochiai, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 161-8521
Tel: (03) 3951-1111
Japanese Red Cross Medical Center
 (Nihon Sekijujisha Iryo Center)
4-1-22 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8935
Tel: (03) 3400-1311
St. Luke's International Hospital (Seiroka Byoin)
9-1 Akashicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-8560
Tel: (03) 3541-5151
Tokyo Adventist Hospital (Tokyo Eisei Byoin)
3-17-3 Amanuma, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 167-0032
Tel: (03) 3392-6151
Police
You will notice that there are police boxes very often
located by main street crossings in Japan, to keep an
eye on people on the street and assist them to find their
way to their destination. Japan's crime rate is very low
compared to that of many other countries.
Lost and Found
If you left your bag or package in a railway station or
other public area, go to the stationmaster's office or the
nearest police box and ask for English-language
assistance. If you left something in a taxi then go to your
hotel's reception desk. Taxi drivers often bring the
belongings back to your hotel.
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Climate
Average Temperature & Precipitation in Major Cities:
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Key:
"T" stands for temperature in
(F) Fahrenheit
and (C) Celsius;
"P" stands for precipitation in mm.
Useful Japanese Phrases:
Japanese < > English
Hajimemashite
Language
There is only one official language spoken in Japan, which is of course
Japanese. However, many Japanese are able to understand English to a
certain extent since English is the foreign language that everyone must learn
as part of compulsory education.
Even if you don't understand Japanese, you can still certainly enjoy Japan.
But if you know a few everyday Japanese phrases then it will make your trip
even more memorable. A few words make a big difference.
Travelers’ Guide
Exploring Japan: http://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/
Fuji-Q High Land: http://www.fuji-q.com/fuji-q-en/main/e-main.htm
Hello
Ohayougozaimau
Good morning
Kon'nichiwa
Good afternoon
Kon'banwa
Good evening
Oyasumi nasai
Good night
Sayounara
Good-bye
Sumimasen
Excuse me
Gomen nasai
I am sorry
Wakarimasen
Onegaishimasu
Doitashimashite
Domo arigatou
gozaimasu
Gochisosama
deshita
I don't understand
If you please
It’s my pleasure
Thank you
(a customer)
Thank you
(your host)
Hai
Yes
Iie
No
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INDEX
Absolute and Competitive Advantages (pg 107) 38, 39 , 40, 41
Culture Factors and Customs (pg 271) 26, 27, 28, 29, 48
Global Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (pg 333) 22, 23, 24
International Logistics (pg 395) 47
International Market (pg 367) 19, 20, 21, 25, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37
Managing International Risk (pg 301) 44, 45, 46
Pursuing Opportunities and Recognizing Trends (pg 213 Q.2) 30, 31
Snapshot (pg 75) 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Survey 52
Travelers/ Tourists (Conclusion) 49, 50, 51
Working in the Country (pg 141), 42, 43
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