The Foreign Business Association of Japan (FBAJ) holds a monthly dinner meeting in Bar Tokyo at Roppongi Crossing on the 3rd Thr. of each month  from 7:30-10:15 p.m. This monthly event provides an opportunity for business and professional people to network and socialize in the relaxed atmosphere of this trendy night club with an excellent panoramic view of Roppongi. Members Y3,000, Guests Y4,000, open bar with all drinks and buffet dinner included, reservations limited to 120. Business attire. Guests and new members are very welcome. Tel. 03-5255-3090, info(*#)fbaj.org

The Working Hour is a creative writing group for asians and americans looking to collaborate, make friends and share ideas. Asian & American Writers, both beginners and professionals are welcome to join this innovative group of creative people. All you need be is serious about making friends and creating great writing. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/theworkinghour/ (0308)

The Entrepreneur Association of Tokyo - For our July seminar Andrew Silberman, President & Chief Enthusiast for the AMT group, will inject us with a dose of "success serum." A presentation about "Guerrilla Marketing", author Jay Conrad Levinson's term for improving business results (like sales and profits) through unconventional means --without spending a lot of money. Wednesday July 2nd, City Club of Tokyo. E-mail: info(^#)ea-tokyo.com 

Tokyo Canadian Club - Open to Candians and friends of Canada. This club hosts a variety of events all year long and the members are among the nicest people in Tokyo.   Tel. 03-5401-2454, fax. 03-5401-2454. For more information contact the Advertsing and promotion manager, dave{&$}webhostinginjapan.com

Tokyo Rotary Club - Tel. 03-3201-3888

Foreign Correspondents Club in Japan - Open to both correspondents and noncorrespondents. This club has a bar and restaurants for members in addition to many functions and a library for journalists. Entry fees range from 37,500 to 225,000 yen and monthly dues range from 9,400 to 14,500. Located on the 20th floor of the Yurakucho Denki Bldg. in front of Yurakucho Station. You do not have to be a foreign correspondent to join.  Tel. 03-3211-3161, Fax. 03-3211-3168.

Roppongi Bar Association - Japan’s largest organization of foreign lawyers, offers a monthly meeting, newsletter, guest speakers, special events, job-hunting guide and more fun than legally allowed in Japan. Contact: Leo Tyndall, tel. 03-3211-8871, ^

Scientific Exchange Program Doo-Sai-Kai - Established in 1986 and supported by the European Union, SEP-DSK gives people on research fellowships a chance to meet professionally and network.  Tel. 03-3239-0441, fax. 03-3261-5194.

Japan Secretaries Association - Japanese-speaking foreigners are especially encouraged to participate.  Tel. 03-3271-0801.

International Business Study Association (IBSA) - A nonprofit organization that meets once a week to give Japanese and Western business people a chance to socialize in a relaxed environment. Meetings, conducted in English, usually have a speaker with a floor discussion afterwards. Annual dues of 8,000 yen.   Contact: Mr. Sato, tel. 03-3402-3622, fax. 03-3402-3246.

Society for Intercultural Education, Training & Research (SIETAR)
Over 300 members meet twice a month (once in English / once in Japanese) to discuss and exchange information on intercultural communication; develop the field of intercultural communication; to bring people together who are interested in the field; and seek solutions to related issues.  Tel. 03-3580-0286, fax. 03-3581-5608.

Germany East Asiatic Society - Tel. 03-3582-7743.

Tokyo Professionals' Association - TPA is a premier organization for promoting interaction between businesspeople in Tokyo’s local and expatriate communities. We strive to create a stimulating, interconnected web, and we also host social activities, formal business gatherings, speaker engagements, and an interactive Web site. Contact: Bob Bernal, tel. 03-5288-5289, fax. 03-5288-5111, e-mail info("$)tpahome.com  ^

Tokyo American Club
TAC has extensive and very nice facilities (dining, bar, sports, etc.).
Located at: 2-1-2 Azabudai; Minato-ku, Tokyo 106.  Contact: Pamela Luke Chapman, tel. 03-3583-8381, fax. 03-3583-8330, e-mail membership{#?}tac-club.org. ^

Asiatic Society of Japan - Established over 120 years ago, this club promotes knowledge of Japan and other Asian countries through monthly lectures and publications. There are currently 500 members, and the club has its own library. A donation of 1,000 yen from nonmembers is appreciated at meetings.  Contact: Ron Seleski, tel. 03-3586-1548.

Foreign Woman Lawyers Association - Meets on the first Tuesday of every month.  Contact: S. Mori, tel. 03-3717-2703.

Forum for Corporate Communications (FCC) - Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at the City Club of Tokyo in the Maple Room below the Canadian Embassy at Aoyama Ichome. FCC members work in advertising, PR and related fields. Dinner meeting features a speaker, with 3-course meal. Members Y5,000 and nonmembers 7,000 to attend. Contact: Chris Cataldo 03-3753-4779, e-mail: cataldo{<$}japan.co.jp ^

Being A Broad - Services for Western women in Japan: website, free email newsletter, yahoogroup, orientations, 544-page book "Being A Broad in Japan: Everything a Western woman needs to survive and thrive.". Tel. 03-5329-1030, 090-6510-9089, e-mail broads{?#}gol.com (01.09)

Foreign Nurses Association in Japan -  Provides a professional forum for over 150 member from 20 different countries to promote educational and cultural exchanges among foreign nurses in Japan. Monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in nursing.  Contact: Karen E. Smith, tel. 03-5469-0966, fax. 03-5469-2395.

Society of Writers, Editors, & Translators (SWET) - Membership organization open to professional writers, editors, and translators.  Tel. 0423-20-5278.

DigitalEve Japan - Women networking through technology, a supportive international community for Japanese and all women interested in digital lifestyles. New members welcome to DigitalEVEnings (10th each month), monthly workshops/DigitalEVEnts. Free membership Tel./Fax. 0467-23-7934, e-mail info("%)digitalevejapan.org or visit our Web site.  0112

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. - (VFW) Tokyo Post #9450 meets the first Saturday of each month at 4PM at the New Sanno Hotel in Hiroo. For info please call Harry at (0468) 24-2613 or Mike at (0425) 97-5737. Or, check out our web page! ^

Yokohama Country & Athletic Club (since 1868) - YCAC offers a very comprehensive array of sporting facilities and programs. Friends, families and sportspeople, can relax and enjoy the friendliest Club around. If you're traveling to Japan on Business or pleasure, drop us an e-mail and allow us to send you a warm and welcome invitation to visit. Contact: Gilles Gaury, tel. 045-623-8121, fax : 045-623-1233, e-mail: ycac{>+}ycac.or.jp, 11-1 Yaguchi-dai, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken, Japan 231-8684

The Litter-ati - A writing group, meets on Sunday monthly from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Yokohama Bluff area in order to enjoy, encourage and promote the craft of writing.  Tel. 045-624-0787.

New Chiba Writer’s Workshop - Holds meetings every Friday from 8:00 p.m. at the James Joyee Parlour Japan (8-1-8 Namiki; Abiko-shi, Chiba).  Tel. 0471-84-7904, e-mail: alp($%)db3.so-net.or.jp

Nagoya Writers Group - Meetings are open to all.  Tel. 052-723-7068.

Kansai Design Lines (IDC) - This group’s agenda focuses on topics related to the applied arts and the aesthetic choices involved in the creative process for architects and designers. Meetings are held on the 2nd Sunday of every month.  Tel. 06-445-5031, fax. 06-445-5031.

Kansai International Business Association - KIBA is a networking/discussion organization for business-minded people in Kansai.   Contact: Richard Saberton, tel. 06-821-6373, fax. 06-821-6375.

Information Society Development Association -  ISDA was established to promote measures for an advanced, information-intensive society by combining the forces of government, industry and academia. The purpose is to revitalize Kansai and improve the lives of those living there and contribute to Japanese society. Meetings and forums held on information technology-related topics.  Contact: Masuo Okuno, tel. 06-910-2273, fax. 06-942-3698.

Writers Anonymous - A group of writers and artists who meet regularly to share their work. Contact: Mike Salovaara, tel. 0722-52-2127, fax. 0722-52-2127.

Kansai Association of Parliamentarians (KAP) - KAP is a study group that meets in English on the 3rd Monday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the meeting room on the 2nd floor of the Midori Bank near Hankyu Mikage Station. Beginners to experts are welcome.  Contact: Anne Issott, tel. 078-222-2576.

International Business Communication (IBC) - IBC brings together professionals involved in corporate communication skills training for the purpose of professional development and networking.  Contact: Janina Tubby, tel. 078-303-5740 , tel. 078-303-0825.

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