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Stand-Up, Film Directing and the Art of Connecting Through Humor

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From Cheerleader To Cross-Cultural Influencer

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Trading In Tokyo’s Crazy Finance Scene And Gaining Autonomy In Rural Kochi

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October 13, 2023 | Careers, Savvy Spotlight

A Modern-Day Online Storyteller

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Fusing Scottish And Japanese Sensibilities To Create Works Of Art

Designer Kathleen Reilly Reveals What It’s Like Working in Japan

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From Struggle To Strength: Changing The Lives Of Others

Shine On! Kids President Kimberly Forsythe Gives Back To Japan

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Raising The International Profile Of Japanese Cultural Icons

Entrepreneur Mariko Nishimura Bridges Tech and Culture

By Jessica Kozuka
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Sparking Creativity In Young Minds

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By Suzanne Kamata
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