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This category is for social and cultural organizations in Japan.
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Boy Scouts of JapanWOSM member association.
The Chiiori ProjectA gathering point for the Chiiori Project; rural preservation project started by Alex Kerr.
International Internship ProgramsEstablished in 1979 and now has disbursed at least 8,000 interns to various countries such as United States, Europe, and Asia.
United for a Multicultural JapanWorking to promote the welfare and legal rights of non-Japanese with Japanese spouses and other long-term or permanent residents of Japan.
Married in Japan (MIJ)Online community for foreign women in relationships with Japanese men. Local area friendship, with over 250 women all over Japan. Membership is free.
International Women in CommunicationsNetworking group for women in media, PR, translation, interpretation, and multimedia.
Center for US-Japan Comparative Social StudiesThe site provides information about education, culture, and society of the United States and Japan in both English and Japanese.
US-Japan-China Comparative Policy Research InstituteAn independent think tank focusing on comparative social, economical, political, and technological policy issues concerning Japan, the U.S., and China.
Japan LoversA mailing list for Japanophiles on society, language, and culture.
Baltic Fleets JapanGeneral discussion groups of any topic on Japan.
Japan-AustraliaYahoo group for promotomg friendship, learning the Japanese language, and culture. Ages 18-60.
Shakai ArchiveArchived messages for the Shakai Mailing List, a group of scholars, academics, and businesspeople discussing socio-political and economic affairs on Japan.
Association of Foreign Wives of JapaneseProvides over 500 members with friendship, support, mutual help in adapting to Japanese society, and opportunities for social, emotional, educational and professional growth.
Matsumae International FoundationInvites active young research workers to Japan to increase international cultural understanding and promote peace.
The Nippon FoundationA philanthropy-focused organization focusing on a variety of movements, including basic human needs, global society, maritime affairs, and social resources.
Japanese Society of Ethnology (JSE)An organization comprised of about 2,000 scholars and students to promote ethnological, sociocu1tural, and anthropological research in Japan. Sponsors meetings, seminars, and journals.
The Historical Science Society of JapanAims to promote investigations on historical themes and spreading knowledge of history, as well as organizes discussions, annual and scholarly meetings, seminars, and symposiums.
The Human Geographical Society of JapanSociety with a membership of more than 1,600 people devoted to the advancement of human geography in Japan. With journal, links, and regular conferences.
The Japan Association of Sociology of LawOne of Japan's oldest associations in the to promote the sociology of law. With overview, symposia, and links.
The Japan Sociological SocietyA nationwide academic organization of over 3,000 members for sociologists in Japan aiming to encourage sociological research and promoting its advancement and spread.
Kansai Institute for Social and Economic Research (KISER)Conducting theoretical and empirical research on social and economic issues, provides support for academic research, and hosts seminars and symposia.
Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE)Independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan organization to strengthen Japan's role in international networks of policy dialogue and cooperation. Provides information on activities, programs, and publications.
The Japan Institute of International AffairsA private, non-profit, and independent research organization to foster the scientific study of international issues, economics, and law. Promotes exchanges with universities and research institutes and holds conferences and symposia.
Critical-JapanCritical and theoretical discussion of culture, society, literature, arts, media and politics, for residents of Japan.
German Institute for Japanese Studies (Deutsches Institut für Japanstudien)Conducts scientific research to deepen knowledge of cultural, economic, and social aspects of Japan and Japanese-German relations through doctoral fellowships, cooperative work, and its library.
Japan Bangladesh SocietyAn international non-profit organization to increase cultural contact between the nations and mobilize charitable support for Bangladesh.
J HelpA non-profit group staffed by volunteers who help disaster striken and problem areas around the world.
The Asiatic Society of JapanHistory of the society, council information, how to join, and lecture schedule. [Japanese and English]
Takatori Community Center, Kobe, JapanPortal site for non-profit organizations home pages which offices are located inside the Takatori Catholic Church compound.
Global Voluntary ServiceAn NGO established in 1992 to foster volunteer activity especially in developing nations, providing direct assistance towards improving living conditions, know-how and the environment.
Nippon International Cooperation for Community Development (NICCO)An international NGO dedicated to the promotion of economic self-reliance and confidence in the poor in developing countries.
Organization for Industrial, Spirituaul and Cultural AdvancementContributes to environmentally sustainable development through a holistic approach emphasizing the interconnectedness of agriculture, ecological intergrity, and the human spirit.
Japan Asian Association and Asian Friendship SocietyPromotes international cooperation, community and environmental conservation activities, and global education for citizens.
Kiyosato Educational Experiment ProjectStarted as a goal to bring food, health, faith, and hope to the people of the desperately poor, rural Japanese area in Yamanashi. Now includes environmental education and international outreach to the third world.
Shapla NeerA voluntary non-governmental organization aiming at poverty relief in Bangladesh and Nepal.
Japan Down Syndrome NetworkA non-profit organaization to support people with Down Syndrome and their families.
Tabidachi no Nakama no KaiA voluntary association supporting children with disabilities and their families, and provides various outdoor programs to support a wide range of people with disabilities from small children to young adults.
Institute of Cultural Affairs, JapanA private, non-profit organization seeking to integrate the methods of human consciousness and organizational transformation to maximize the participation of grass-roots people in taking responsibility for their own lives and for their community as a whole.
The Japan Center for Preventive DiplomacyAims to strengthen the contribution of the Japanese non-government sector to the prevention of conflicts in the world. Offers on-line forum where concerned parties to conflicts can participate in dialogue.
Japan International Cooperation System (JICS)Specializes in procurement in connection with Japan's grant aid, including technical cooperation.
JENA humanitarian aid organization co-operating with the UN, the government, and other organizations to provide assistance where needed the most for stability and self-reliance.
The Japan Foundation CenterA private foundation to provide information on foundations in Japan awarding grants, prizes, or scholarships and publicizes the role and significance of the activities of private grant-making foundations to encourage the practice of philanthropy in Japan's private sector.
United States-Japan FoundationCommitted to promoting stronger ties between Americans and Japanese by supporting projects that foster mutual knowledge and education, deepen understanding, create effective channels of communication, and address common concerns.
Japan Specified Non-profit Corporation to Prevent Alcohol and Drug Problems (ASK)Surveys drinking habits of junior and senior high school students, ads of alcoholic beverages, binge drinking, rehabilitation facilities, and publishes materials.
New Japan Women’s Association (Shinfujin)Works to realize women’s demands concerning such issues as women's rights, equality with men, better working and living conditions, measures to support child-care, education, environmental protection, peace, and abolition of nuclear weapons.
Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union (JCCU)Plays a strong role in creating a more human lifestyle and sustainable society through operations and activities that enjoy the trust of the membership.
Association for Aid and Relief, JapanThe first Japanese private relief organization for refugees and aiming to awaken the volunteerism among the Japanese.
Habitat for Humanity JapanA nonprofit, nondenominational Christian housing organization to build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with those who lack adequate shelter.
International Social Service Japan (ISSJ)Helps people suffering from the problems of welfare and the human right when there are two or more countries involved, including intercountry adoption, marriage/divorce counseling, family reunions, child welfare, assistance to refugees, and training of social workers.
Japan NGO Center for International Cooperation (JANIC)Aims to foster closer relations among Japanese NGOs engaged in international cooperation, encourage networking among NGOs and improve their development, plus deepen Japanese public understanding and support for NGO activities and international cooperation.
Japan Chernobyl FoundationA Japanese NGO seeking medical support for Chernobyl victims, especially treatment for leukemia and cancer patients.
Negros Educational Helping ActivitiesA non-government organization committed to supporting needy children in the Philippines.
Pacific Asian Resource Center (PARC)A non-profit organization committed to international social and economic justice. Advocates alternative plans, information, and recommendations to the Japanese government, UN institutions, and IMF on regarding ODA, debt issues, social development, trade and investment, and other related issues.
Tibetan Snowlion Friendship Society (Tibet Aid Japan)An NGO founded in Kyoto in September 1987 for the purpose of giving educational opportunities to Tibetan refugee children and youth in India, and to promote Tibetan culture in Japan.
Democrats Abroad JapanProvides information for American Democratic voters about events, voter registration, fundraisers, parties, and other happenings.
Foreign Wives ClubAn online community designed to offer information, resources, and support to women in bicultural marriages. Based in Kochi City.
Japan International Volunteer CenterHas various projects such as agriculture, water provision, forest preservation/utilization, children's education, peace building, and emergency relief in southeast Asia, South Africa, Ethiopia, Palestine, Afghanistan, and North Korea.
The Center for Global PartnershipFocuses on the promotion of intellectual exchange to encourage global partnership between Japan with the goal of fulfilling shared global responsibilities and contributing to improvements in the world's welfare.
The International House of JapanA private non-profit membership organization dedicated to furthering understanding between cultures. With online guidebook for artists chosen for the program of living in Japan.
Nippon Research InstituteConducts research and studies and makes proposals on issues concerning citizens' lives, attitudes, awareness, society, the economy, industry, trade, culture, and local issues.
Make a Wish of JapanNGO to help make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.
World Vision JapanAims to contribute to the realization of a society in which people oppressed by poverty, hunger and conflict can live with hope and dream of a better tomorrow.
The Center for Global Communications (GLOCOM)A social science research institution to study the information society as well as Japanese society from the perspectives of social systems theory and comparative civilizations study.
Asian Disaster Reduction Center (ADRC)Facilitates exchange of disaster reduction experts from each country and concerned bodies, accumulates and provides disaster reduction information, and carries out research into multinational disaster reduction cooperation.
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