Organizations
This category is for social and cultural organizations in Japan.
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.http://www.adrc.or.jp/
The Asiatic Society of Japan
- History of the society, council information, how to join, and lecture schedule. [Japanese and English]http://www.asjapan.org
Association for Aid and Relief, Japan
- The first Japanese private relief organization for refugees and aiming to awaken the volunteerism among the Japanese.http://www.aarjapan.gr.jp/
Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese
- Provides over 500 members with friendship, support, mutual help in adapting to Japanese society, and opportunities for social, emotional, educational and professional growth.http://www.afwj.org
Association of Medical Doctors of Asia (AMDA)
- A humanitarian, non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian and non-governmental organization to promote the health and well-being of underprivileged and marginalised people in Asia and other continents.http://www.amda.or.jp/intl/English/
Baltic Fleets Japan
- General discussion groups of any topic on Japan.http://groups.yahoo.com/group/balticfleets_Japan/
Boy Scouts of Japan
- WOSM member association.http://www.scout.or.jp/e/index.html
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.http://www.glocom.ac.jp/top/index.e.html
The Center for Global Partnership
- Focuses 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.http://www.cgp.org/
Center for US-Japan Comparative Social Studies
- The site provides information about education, culture, and society of the United States and Japan in both English and Japanese.http://www.usjp.org/
The Chiiori Project
- A gathering point for the Chiiori Project; rural preservation project started by Alex Kerr.http://www.chiiori.org/
Critical-Japan
- Critical and theoretical discussion of culture, society, literature, arts, media and politics, for residents of Japan.http://groups.yahoo.com/group/critical-japan/
Democrats Abroad Japan
- Provides information for American Democratic voters about events, voter registration, fundraisers, parties, and other happenings.http://www.demsjapan.jp/
Foreign Wives Club
- An online community designed to offer information, resources, and support to women in bicultural marriages. Based in Kochi City.http://www.foreignwivesclub.com/
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.http://www.dijtokyo.org/?&lang=en
Global Voluntary Service
- An NGO established in 1992 to foster volunteer activity especially in developing nations, providing direct assistance towards improving living conditions, know-how and the environment.http://www32.ocn.ne.jp/~gvs/
Habitat for Humanity Japan
- A nonprofit, nondenominational Christian housing organization to build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with those who lack adequate shelter.http://www.habitatjp.org/
The Historical Science Society of Japan
- Aims to promote investigations on historical themes and spreading knowledge of history, as well as organizes discussions, annual and scholarly meetings, seminars, and symposiums.http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/rekiken/english/
The Human Geographical Society of Japan
- Society with a membership of more than 1,600 people devoted to the advancement of human geography in Japan. With journal, links, and regular conferences.http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/hgeog/
Institute for Policy Sciences, Japan (IPS-E)
- A thinktank and non-profit organization for reconstruction of the economic and social system, issues on energy, resources and the environment, land planning and urban problems, plus science and technology policy, technology management and science and technology human resources.http://www.ips.or.jp/09english/english.html
Institute for Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis (ITARDA)
- Systematically collects data from the government and analysis for more effective traffic safety measures to contributes to a safer, more orderly motorized society.http://www.itarda.or.jp/english/eg_home.html
Institute of Cultural Affairs, Japan
- A 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.http://www.icajapan.org/
Institute of Developing Economies
- Carries out various research on economic, political and social issues of developing countries and regions. With information on research activities, publications, seminars and library.http://www.ide.go.jp/English/index4.html
The Institute of Eastern Culture
- A non-governmental scholarly organization to promote Asian studies in Japan, contribute to the cultural development of Asian countries through scholarship, and encourage communincation with other Asian counterparts.http://www.tohogakkai.com/englishver.htm
The International House of Japan
- A private non-profit membership organization dedicated to furthering understanding between cultures. With online guidebook for artists chosen for the program of living in Japan.http://www.i-house.or.jp/
International Internship Programs
- Established in 1979 and now has disbursed at least 8,000 interns to various countries such as United States, Europe, and Asia.http://www.internpro.com/
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.http://www.issj.org/
International Women in Communications
- Networking group for women in media, PR, translation, interpretation, and multimedia.http://www2.gol.com/users/iwic/
J Help
- A non-profit group staffed by volunteers who help disaster striken and problem areas around the world.http://www.jhelp.com/
Japan Asian Association and Asian Friendship Society
- Promotes international cooperation, community and environmental conservation activities, and global education for citizens.http://www.jafs.or.jp/
The Japan Association of Sociology of Law
- One of Japan's oldest associations in the to promote the sociology of law. With overview, symposia, and links.http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/hosha/english/eindex.htm
Japan Bangladesh Society
- An international non-profit organization to increase cultural contact between the nations and mobilize charitable support for Bangladesh.http://www.japanbangladesh.com/
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.http://www.jcie.or.jp/
The Japan Center for Preventive Diplomacy
- Aims 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.http://www.jccp.gr.jp/
Japan Chernobyl Foundation
- A Japanese NGO seeking medical support for Chernobyl victims, especially treatment for leukemia and cancer patients.http://www.jca.apc.org/jcf/
Japan Down Syndrome Network
- A non-profit organaization to support people with Down Syndrome and their families.http://jdsn.ac.affrc.go.jp/dowj1-e.html
The Japan Foundation Center
- A 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.http://www.jfc.or.jp/eibun/
The Japan Institute of International Affairs
- A 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.http://www.jiia.or.jp/
Japan International Cooperation System (JICS)
- Specializes in procurement in connection with Japan's grant aid, including technical cooperation.http://www.jics.or.jp/
Japan International Volunteer Center
- Has 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.http://www.ngo-jvc.net/
Japan Lovers
- A mailing list for Japanophiles on society, language, and culture.http://groups.yahoo.com/group/japan_lovers/
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.http://www.janic.org/
Japan Research Institute
- A non-profit organization established in order to solve complex problems in humanities, social sciences and national sciences.http://www.jri.or.jp/e_guide.htm
The Japan Sociological Society
- A nationwide academic organization of over 3,000 members for sociologists in Japan aiming to encourage sociological research and promoting its advancement and spread.http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/jss/index-e.html
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.http://www.ask.or.jp/
Japan-Australia
- Yahoo group for promotomg friendship, learning the Japanese language, and culture. Ages 18-60.http://groups.yahoo.com/group/japan-australia/
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.http://www.jccu.coop/
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.http://wwwsoc.nii.ac.jp/jse/index-e.html
JEN
- A 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.http://www.jen-npo.org/
JPC-SED
- Japan Productivity Center for Socio-Economic Development.http://www.jpc-sed.or.jp/eng/index.html
Kaki Tree Project
- Aims to grow new persimmon trees from seedlings taken from an A-bomb surviving tree in Nagasaki.http://www6.plala.or.jp/kaki-project/
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.http://www.kiser.or.jp/english/
Kiyosato Educational Experiment Project
- Started 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.http://www.keep.or.jp/
Laboratory of International Communications NPO
- Seeks to give educational support for Pakistani women and children.http://www10.plala.or.jp/JPNSTUDY/
Make a Wish of Japan
- NGO to help make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.http://www.mawj.org/index2.html
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.http://www.marriedinjapan.homestead.com/MIJ.html
Matsumae International Foundation
- Invites active young research workers to Japan to increase international cultural understanding and promote peace.http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~mif/
Negros Educational Helping Activities
- A non-government organization committed to supporting needy children in the Philippines.http://www.jttk.zaq.ne.jp/neha/
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.http://www.shinfujin.gr.jp/
The Nippon Foundation
- A philanthropy-focused organization focusing on a variety of movements, including basic human needs, global society, maritime affairs, and social resources.http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/eng/what/index.html
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.http://www.kyoto-nicco.org/
Nippon Research Institute
- Conducts research and studies and makes proposals on issues concerning citizens' lives, attitudes, awareness, society, the economy, industry, trade, culture, and local issues.http://www.research-soken.or.jp/profile/profile_en.html
Northern Regions Center
- Works to share knowledge on improving life in the rugged northern climate and to create environments leading to richer and more livable northern lifestyles.http://www.nrc.or.jp/index_e.html
Organization for Industrial, Spirituaul and Cultural Advancement
- Contributes to environmentally sustainable development through a holistic approach emphasizing the interconnectedness of agriculture, ecological intergrity, and the human spirit.http://www.oisca.org/
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.http://www.parc-jp.org/
Shakai Archive
- Archived messages for the Shakai Mailing List, a group of scholars, academics, and businesspeople discussing socio-political and economic affairs on Japan.http://groups.yahoo.com/group/shakai-archive/
Shanti Volunteer Association
- A non-governmental organization with the purpose of international cooperation, supporting the educational and cultural activities in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia.http://www.jca.apc.org/sva/english/
Shapla Neer
- A voluntary non-governmental organization aiming at poverty relief in Bangladesh and Nepal.http://www.shaplaneer.org/
Tabidachi no Nakama no Kai
- A 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.http://www1m.mesh.ne.jp/~tabidati/english/
Takatori Community Center, Kobe, Japan
- Portal site for non-profit organizations home pages which offices are located inside the Takatori Catholic Church compound.http://www.tcc117.org/en/
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.http://tibet-aid.org/
United for a Multicultural Japan
- Working to promote the welfare and legal rights of non-Japanese with Japanese spouses and other long-term or permanent residents of Japan.http://www.tabunka.org/
United States-Japan Foundation
- Committed 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.http://www.us-jf.org/
US-Japan-China Comparative Policy Research Institute
- An independent think tank focusing on comparative social, economical, political, and technological policy issues concerning Japan, the U.S., and Chinahttp://cpri.tripod.com/
World Vision Japan
- Aims 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.http://www.worldvision.jp/