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News

Japanese sources Description
Asahi Shimbun
asahi.com
Japanese daily, bilingual - National, Politics, International, Business, Sports, Culture, Opinion, Editorial, etc.
Nikkei Net Japanese daily, bilingual - Morning News, Evening Releases, Business Glossary, 24HR News - Asia, Automotive Industry, Computer, Earnings, Economy & Politics, Financial Services, Industry, Markets, MOF & BOJ, Multimedia, Editorials, Telecommunications, etc.

NHK
Nippon Hoso Kyokai, Japanese daily news.
"Radio Japan Online" - latest news available in 22 languages! (Real Player / Windows Media Player)
Politics, Economy, Society, International, Sports, etc. (Available in Japanese and English)
Kyodo News Japanese wire service news, bilingual - Headlines, Politics, Business, Stocks, Japan, Asia, Sports, Technology, Photos, Weather, Travel, Tokyo Now, World Now, etc.
Mainichi Interactive Japanese daily, bilingual - Today's headlines from Japan, Society, IT, Sports, Politics, International, Economics, Editorials, Features, etc.
Yomiuri Online Japanese daily, bilingual - Market, Weather, Editorial, Arts, Language Lab, News - Politics, Economy, Crime & Accidents, Society, International, Sports, Culture, Life Style, Science, etc.
Japan Times Japanese daily, English only - News, Business, Opinion, Arts & Culture, Life in Japan, Sports, etc.
Japan Today News, Politics, Business, Sports, Technology, etc.
News on Japan Japanese daily news, English only - Business, Internet, Economy, Stocks, Politics, Society, Sports, Education, Science & Technology, Electronics, etc.
J@pan Inc Japanese news, bilingual - Business, Technology, People, Online-only Articles, The Magazine
GLOCOM Platform Japanese leaders' opinions are expressed on this website. GLOCOM is a research institute affiliated with the International University of Japan.

American and International Sources Description
The Asia Internet Report Monthly newsletter covering Asia's Internet industry
Terrie.com An insider's comments on Japan's high-tech business world. Sent out every Monday.
New York Times American daily, English only
Washington Post American daily, English only
Oregonian Oregon daily, English only
Business Journal Portland business news, English only
Asian Reporter Portland/Northwest, English only
Willamette Week Weekly Portland, English only
Columbian Vancouver, WA, English only
Statesman Journal Salem, OR, English only
CNN English only
L.A. Times English only
The Economist Inernational business magazine
Financial Times International (London based)
International Herald Tribune International (France based)
NPR National Public Radio


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Business

In America/Oregon Description
Portland Business Alliance City of Portland - Information on Business, Relocation, Tourism, Employment, Technology, etc.
Portland Convention Center Convention Center
ODCBS Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Vancouver Chamber of Commerce City of Vancouver, Washington
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce City of Hillsboro, Oregon
Gresham Chamber of Commerce City of Gresham, Oregon
Salem Chamber of Comerce City of Salem, Oregon
Oregon Secretary of State Oregon facts, business listings
Port of Portland Portland's seaport and docks
OECDD Oregon Economic and Community Development Department
JRO Japan Representative Office of Oregon

In Japan Description
ACCJ American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
U.S. Department of Commerce U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration Office of Japan - monitoring market access and compliance.
Bank of Tokyo Bilingual
JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) Japanese government-supported organization that promotes mutually beneficial trade and investment relations between Japan and other nations.
Keidanren Japanese Federation of Economic Organizations, bilingual


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Education

In America/Oregon Description
Portland State University Portland, Oregon / Japanese Language, Center for Japanese Studies, Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language, Master of International Management
Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon / Japanese Language
Lewis & Clark College Portland, Oregon / East Asian Studies, Japanese Language and Literature
Pacific University Forest Grove, Oregon / Asian Studies
University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon / The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures
Portland Community College Portland, Oregon / Japanese Language
Oregon School Listings Directory of all Oregon schools, colleges, and universities
National Association of Japan-America Societies Information about cross-cultural education for teachers and students
The East-West Center Education and research on Asia Pacific community
National Clearinghouse Educational information about Japan to K-12 students, teachers, specialists, and curriculum developers.
GLOCOM Center for Global Communications, International University of Japan
- News, Research, Essays, etc.
Washington State University Vancouver, Washington
Clark College Vancouver, Washington
Oregon Libraries Oline directory of Oregon libraries
Department of Education State of Oregon
CAPS Center for Asian and Pacific Studies, U of Oregon
National Bureau of Asian Research Nonprofit, non partisan organization for Asian research
Japan Information Access Project Guide to Japanese research, technological information
The International School A preschool and elementary school providing an American curriculum taught in full-immersion Japanese, Chinese or Spanish languages.

In Japan Description
Monbusho Japan Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Techonology
Michi Online Cultural references, definitions, etc.
Japan Educational Gateway Links for Japan information and edu and culture
Center For Educational Computing Supporting the use of computers in Japanese schools, bilingual
Japan Window Information on Japanese education
Japan Education List of links to Japanese educational websites
Tokyo International University of America and Willamette University American Studies Program
Waseda University University in Tokyo


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Travel

In Oregon Description
Travel Portland (POVA) Portland Oregon Visitor's Association
Travel Oregon Online Oregon Tourism Commission
State Parks Oregon Department of Parks and Wildlife
Oregon.com Statewide travel information. Events, Recreation, Attractions, State Parks, Vinyards, etc.
pdxguide.com Portland travel guide. Events Calendar, Sports, News, Arts & Entertainment, Shopping, etc.
Portland International Airport Travel info, flight times etc.
The Benson Hotel Downtown Portland
5th Avenue Suites Hotel Downtown Portland
Hotel deLuxe Downtown Portland
Hotel Lucia Downtown Portland
Hotel Vintage Plaza Downtown Portland
Heathman Hotel Downtown Portland
Hilton Portland & Executive Tower Downtown Portland
Riverplace Hotel Downtown Portland, Waterfront
Westin Portland Downtown Portland
The Mark Spencer Hotel Downtown Portland
Residence Inn Portland Downtown-Riverplace NE Portland, Close to the Lloyd Center
The Resort at the Mountain West Mt.Hood, Welches, OR
Crater Lake Company Crater Lake, OR (southern cascade)
Flying -M- Ranch Yamhill, OR (willamette valley)
Silver Falls Conference Center Sublimity, OR (willamette valley)
Port of Seattle Seaport, Sea-Tac Airport, Cruise Information, etc.

In Japan/th> DDescription
JNTO Japan National Tourism Organization
Travel Japan Japanese culture and customs info for visitors
PDXJapan Portland Japanese Community Online, bilingual/td>

In America, Other Description
Japan Societies Directory of worldwide Japan societies
U.S.A. Travel American travel information
Access America American travel information
Map Quest Map finder, trip planner, travel links
National Geographic Maps


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Government Resources

National Level Description
U.S. Embassy, Tokyo Main US embassy in Japan, includes many helpful links to other resources
JIN Japan Information Network
FBI News, press releases, publications
CIA Reports, intrenational factbook
MOFA Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, bilingual
MHLW Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, bilingual
METI Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, bilingual

Oregon, Portland, Vancouver Description
Portland City official page
Cascade Link Portland and Vancouver
Vancouver City official page
State of Oregon State official page
Oregon About Oregon
Oregon City and county listings
Oregon Bluebook State statistics and facts


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Culture and Living

Japan Descriptions

Japanese in America
A website designed for Japanese living abroad, especially in the US.
A website designed for Japanese living abroad. Useful links.

Futaba Food Web
Delivers Japanese food worldwide
Online Japanese food supermarket
Online Japanese Superstore. Books/CDs/Magazines/CD-ROMs/Video/Medical Products/Electronic Products/Food etc.
Japanese version of Amazon.com. Books, CDs, etc.
Japanese music
Portland/Japan online community, bilingual
Japan Information Guide City Guide, Culture, Living in Japan, Planning a trip, Regions, Shopping, etc.
Kids Web Japan
Available in French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Norwegian, Finish, Swedish, and Korean

Nature and Climate / Regions of Japan / Daily Life / Politics and the Constitution / History / Tradition and Culture / Economy and Industry / International Relations / Protecting the Environment / Schools / Outside the Classroom / Sports
...and more
CareerCross Japan Features jobs database, resume bank, and interview advice plus information on living in Japan.
Gateway Japan Japanese manners and etiquette, infomation on teaching English in Japan, photo gallery, Japanese festivals and celebrations, etc.
Online Dictionary Japanese-English Dictionary Server
Japanese to English / English to Japanese
The Japan FAQ Annex Large US-Japan database covering all topics of common interest. Special coverage on living in America for the Japanese community in Japanese and English.
Ikebana International Japanese flower arrangement
A non-profit cultural organization administered by volunteers of many different nationalities and ikebana schools.
Shonan Beach FM Japanese radio feeds, bilingual
Nihon Sumo Kyokai Official web site of the Nihon Sumo Association
Sumo Web Sumo wrestling

America/Oregon Description
Japan Society A private, nonprofit, nonpolitical institution offering programs in the arts, business, education and public affairs - New York based
National Association of Japan-America societies Provide a wide range of information on Japan through links to other Japan-related web sites on business, public affairs, culture and education
Portland Art Museum Downtown Portland
Rose Festival Portland's major yearly festival
PDX Radio Portland radio stations
Tri-met Portland area transit system
ODOT Oregon Department of Transportation
Oregon Zoo Portland
Portland Japanese Garden Public Japanese-style garden
OMSI Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
The Portland Guide Area events, lodging, trips, shopping, etc.
Real Estate Buying, renting, moving resources and listings
Yellow Pages Business listings, online version
White Pages People listings, online version
Japan U.S. Friendship Comission American studies/culture, intercultural resources

Jobs Description
City of Portland City government jobs
Oregon State Employment Department Statewide employment services
State of Oregon State government jobs
City of Vancuver City government jobs
Business Magazine Top 100 area employers
Oregon Secretary of State Jobs/hiring links
Port of Portland Jobs/hiring links
Japan U.S. Friendship Comission Jobs listings/links


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Sports

Name Description
PGE Park Portland outdoor staduim, team links
Seattle Mariners Official team site, baseball, includes Japanese fan site
Portland Trail Blazers Official team site, basketball
Portland Winterhawks Team site, ice hockey
Portland Sports Authority Portland sports guide
ESPN National sports news
Portland Beavers Triple A baseball
Portland Timbers A league soccer


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Bilingual Computing

Name Description
Shodouka Translates Japanese sites into characters readable on all computers
University of Washington Japanese computing
Japan Internet Report Monthly email report, Japanese internet developments and commentary


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Sister Cities

Oregon Japan
Beaverton Gotemba, Shizuoka
Canby Kurisawa, Hokkaido (page links from canby)
Coos Bay Choshi, Chiba
Eugene Kakegawa, Shizuoka
Forest Grove Nyuzen, Toyama
Gresham Ebetsu, Hokkaido
Hillsborro Fukuroi, Shizuoka
Hood River Tsuruta, Aomori
Milwaukie Iwaki, Aomori
Newport Monbetsu, Hokkaido
Ontario Sayama, Osaka
Oregon City Tateshina, Nagano
Portland Sapporo, Hokkaido
Roseburg Shobu, Saitama
Salem Kawagoe, Saitama
Seaside Shakotan, Hokkaido
Wilsonville Kitakata, Fukushima
Oregon State Toyama Prefecture
Port of Portland Port of Chiba

Please visit our "sister cities" page for more information.

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Resources

Name Description
Yahoo Japan Online resources and guides, Japanese
Michi Online Japanese cultural guides and resources
Oanda Currency exchange



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