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 The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents is looking for a Filipino/Tagalog interpreter. |
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| The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents (OIS) is now seeking a Filipino interpreter. |
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No. of persons sought |
Job description |
Deadline for application |
Details |
Interpreter
Filipino/Tagalog |
One person |
Provide interpretation/consultation in a three-way conference call system when a Filipino/Tagalog-speaking person calls for information/advice at the OIS located in the Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX). The interpreter is expected to be on call to answer calls in coordination with the OIS chief coordinator. |
Application must reach OIS by June 11, 2012 |
Application guideline①
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Application form②
(Word format) |
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● For qualifications, application method, detailed job descriptions and remuneration, please refer to the application guideline.
● Please download and use a designated application form. |
| 【For Inquiry】 |
Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX)
Planning and Promotion Group P.I.C. Kitada Tel: 06-6966-2400 Fax: 06-6966-2401 E-mail jouhou-c@ofix.or.jp |
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| Recruitment for applicants of 2011 Osaka Invitational Program for Short-Term Overseas Trainees in Architecture and Arts. |
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OFIX is now accepting applications of Osaka Invitational Program for Short-Term Overseas Trainees in Architecture and Arts. This project has invited students from various Asian countries majoring in architecture or arts so they can contribute to the development of architecture and arts in their countries, and at the same time, deepen their understanding and interests in Japanese culture.
Qualifications
ⅰ) Must be either of the following:
(1) Currently enrolled in OR a graduate of a graduate school program (MA/PhD)
majoring in Architecture or a related field.
(2) Have a Bachelor's degree and currently working as an architect
or a related field
ⅱ) Must be fluent enough in English to discuss or write about architectural topics
(TOEIC score of 800 or equivalent)
ⅲ) Applicant must not be over 35 years old
ⅳ) Must be of Asian nationality and currently residing in Asia.
Ⅴ) Must submit Letter of Recommendation from any of the following institutions:
(1) Institutions or organizations related to architecture
(2)University or other higher educational institutions
(3)Public institutions or organizations recognized by OFIX
For Further information and application, click here
＜Inquiry＞
Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX)
Phone: (+81) 6-6966-2400 Fax: (+81) 6-6966-2401
E-mail: Aprogram@ofix.or.jp
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Guidance on the partial changes in the Immigration Act,
followed by a questions and answers session |
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We are seeking participants for the orientation on the revised Immigration Act, which will be held at Orion International House in Sakai.
Some changes will be made to the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Law starting July 2012. With the scheduled revision, OFIX will hold an orientation on the newly introduced system for foreign residents. An immigration lawyer will be giving the presentation. |
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January 21, 2012 (Saturday) 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
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Place
| Meeting Room, 1F of Orion International House
(2-226, Higashi uenoshiba-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai) |
Program
| Guidance on the partial changes in the Immigration Act, followed by a questions and answers session |
Language offered
| Japanese
(English and Chinese interpretation available) |
Participants
| Anybody interested in the revised immigration act, including foreign residents |
No. of participants
| Up to 50 (Registration will be closed upon reaching the limit) |
How to apply
| Registration is required. Please fill out the form and send us at the address below by email/fax/post, or visit us at our office.
Students at the Orion International House can apply directly to its manager.
Planning and Promotion Group, Osaka Foundation of International Exchange
form［PDFFile］、［WORDFile］
540-0029 5F Mydome Osaka, 2-5, Honmachibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Tel: 06-6966-2400 Fax:06-6966-2401
E-mail: jouhou-c@ofixc.or.jp |
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| Free Telephone Counseling for Foreign Children and Parents |
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Osaka information Service for Foreign Residents and International Relations and Tourism Division, Osaka Promotion Bureau, Osaka Prefectural Government will hold a three-day Free Telephone Counseling for Foreign Children and Parents who have difficulties due to language barrier on 22nd Dec (Thu)-24th Dec (Sat).
The Counselor of the information Service and other organizations, a midwife, lawyer, and notary public will be available for consultation.
Counseling service will be provided in not only Japanese, but also English, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Filipino, Vietnamese. You do not need to worry about communication.
Please do not hesitate to call us. Share your problem and let's find a solution for it to settle! |
Free Telephone Counseling for Foreign Children and Parents
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Areas of Consultation
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（School-life related Consultations）
Bullying, School Refusal, School Entrance, Learning, Grade Promotion, Life course after graduation (continuation to higher education, Career-path change, Dropout) and other troubles in school life
（Daily Living related Consultations）
Mother and Child health（Pregnancy、Childbirth、Postnatal Care etc）、Childcare、Child Education・Discipline、Child Abuse、DV、Immigration、Divorce、Legal Issues on citizenship and so on
★No charge（except cost for the phone call） ★Confidential
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Date
| Thursday, December 22, 2011‐5:30pm－9pm
Friday, December 23, 2011‐9am－5pm
Saturday, December 24, 2011‐9am－5pm |
Phone Number
| 06-6941-2297 |
Secretariat
| International Relations and Tourism Division,
Osaka Promotion Bureau,
Osaka Prefectural Government
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| Seeking participants for a 2-day "training session for medical interpreter volunteer" |
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| Seeking participants for a 2-day "training session for medical interpreter volunteer" |
| Seminar |
Training session for medical interpreter volunteer |
| Outline |
OFIX offers a training to equip volunteers with skills necessary to act as medical interpreters, who can assist foreign residents in Osaka or those visiting Osaka to overcome the language barrier and be at ease when they receive medical treatment. Volunteers who’ve completed the training would be given opportunities to actually utilize their skills. |
| Requirements |
①Persons who have language proficiency in Japanese and a foreign language (for foreigners, native language )necessary for daily living
②Participation of a 2-day Training is necessary
③Persons who will register with Osaka General Medical Centre and OFIX as a volunteer after the training
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| Schedule |
Day One: December 14(Wed) 10:00-16:30
Day Two: December 17(Sat) 10:00-16:00 |
| Venue |
Osaka General Medical Center
http://www.gh.opho.jp/access.php |
| Application Deadline |
November 20, 2011 |
| No. of participants |
Approximately 30 |
| Application |
Please refer to the application guideline(only in Japanese) and send the below application form(only in Japanese) via e-mail/fax/post to OFIX as follows:
5th Fl. Mydome Osaka, 2-5 Honmachibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-0029
Tel：06-6966-2400 Fax：06-6966-2401
E-mail：ShiotaE@ofix.or.jp
Application guideline (PDF) Application form (PDF) (Word) |
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| The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents (OIS) is now seeking a Portuguese interpreter. |
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| The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents (OIS) is now seeking a Portuguese interpreter. |
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No. of persons sought |
Job description |
Deadline for application |
Details |
Interpreter
Portuguese |
One person |
Provide interpretation/consultation in a three-way conference call system when a Portuguese-speaking person calls for information/advice at the OIS located in the Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX). The interpreter is expected to be on call to answer calls in coordination with the OIS chief coordinator. |
Application must reach OIS by July 22, 2011 |
Application guideline①
(PDF format) |
Application form②
(Word format) |
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● For qualifications, application method, detailed job descriptions and remuneration, please refer to the application guideline.
● Please download and use a designated application form. |
| 【For Inquiry】 |
（財Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX)
Planning and Promotion Group P.I.C. Kitada Tel: 06-6966-2400 Fax: 06-6966-2401 E-mail jouhou-c@ofix.or.jp |
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| "1-day Information Service" for Foreigners (Free Consultation) |
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We will be holding the "1-day Information Service", an event held yearly, to help foreigners living in Osaka solve the problems in their daily life cause by their inability to speak or understand Japanese well enough. To do this, the event will bring together specialized institutions that are closely related to the lives of foreigners and provide foreigners living in Osaka a 1-day free consultation service.
At the event, through the support of volunteer interpreters, consultation and information is provided in 10 languages on the subjects of law, human rights, immigration and visas, labor, work, pension and health insurance, daily life, city administration, taxes, medical and dental topics, medicines, education, child rearing, and other general living topics.
The consultation is free and you can consult as much as you want in a day. Please come and avail of this service and please invite any foreign friends to come with you.
Date and Time: June 26 (Sun) 11:00 am-5:00pm Venue: 2nd Floor International House,Osaka Address: 8-2-6 Uehonmachi Tennoji-ku, Osaka City
Languages available: Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Portugues, Bahasa-Indonesia, Thai, Filipino, Vietnamese
Constituting Organizations: Osaka Legal Affairs Bureau, Osaka Immigration Bureau, Osaka Labour Bureau, Japan Pension Service, Otemae Pension Office, National Health Insurance Association, Osaka Prefecture, Osaka Police Headquarters, Osaka City, Osaka Bar Association, Osaka Gyosei Shoshi Lawyers Association, Osaka Medical Association, Osaka Dental Association, Osaka Pharmaceutical Association, Osaka Chamber of Commerce, Kinki Certified Public Tax Accountants Association, Osaka Social Insurance Association, Labor Attorneys Association, JASSO Osaka Japanese Language Education Center, Osaka Kosodate Iro-iro Center, Kansai NPO Alliance, Osaka Foundation for International Exchange, Osaka International House
Target: Foreigners living in Osaka and related people (General people/Students/Others regardless of visa status) Strictly Confidential
Consultation Fee: Free
For inquiries: Osaka Foundation of International Exchange Promotion Group
Tel.: 06-6966-2400 E-mail: info@ofix.or.jp
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| Recruitment for applicants of 2011 Osaka Invitational Program for Short-Term Overseas Trainees in Architecture and Arts. |
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＜Seminar＞
Training session for volunteer-based public service interpreters
＜Outline＞
OFIX offers a training session to equip volunteers with skills necessary to act as public service interpreters, who can assist foreign residents in Osaka to get adequate public services. Volunteers who’ve completed the session would be given opportunities to actually utilize their skills.
＜Requirements＞
①Those who can communicate in Japanese
②Those who can communicate in foreign language
③Those who can attend the entire 3-day session
④Those who will register with OFIX as a volunteer after the training session
＜Schedule＞
Day One: May 16(Mon) 13:20-16:30
Day Two: May 23(Mon) 10:00-16:00
Day Three: May 27(Fri) 10:00-16:00
＜Venue＞
Conference Room, 8th Floor of Mydome Osaka (2-5 Honmachibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
＜Application Deadline＞
May 8, 2011
＜No. of participants＞
Approximately 20
＜Application＞
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| Information on the emergency accommodation for disaster-victims at Sakai International Hall (Orion International House) and Home-stay at OFIX volunteer families |
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The Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX) offers temporary and short-term accommodation at Sakai International Hall (Orion International House) and at the home of an OFIX Home-stay family volunteer to foreigners affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, who are processing their travel overseas or moving into other facilities.
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＜Eligible applicants＞
Foreigners affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, foreigners studying or working in the disaster-stricken area, foreigners who need temporary accommodation due to the effect of the quake.
＜Accommodation Period＞
Up to one week
＜Required documents for application＞
- 1 Disaster Victim Certificate (Risai Shomeisho) or document which proves the applicant was studying or working at the disaster-stricken area.
- Identification Document (health insurance card, Alien Registration card, Passport etc.)
- Document which proves the stay will be temporary and short-term.
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For more details, please contact OFIX as follows
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Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents
Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX) Planning and Promotion Group
Tel 06-6941-2297
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| The list of information services in Osaka for foreign residents |
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| The newly released “List of information services in Osaka for foreign residents” carries information on members of the Network for Administrative Information Services in Osaka Prefecture and other specialized consultation agencies. Its printed version is also available. |
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The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents is
looking for a Filipino/Tagalog interpreter. |
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| The Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents (OIS) is now seeking a Filipino interpreter. |
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No. of persons sought |
Job description |
Deadline for application |
Details |
| Interpreter Filipino/Tagalog |
One person |
Provide interpretation/consultation in a three-way conference call system when a Filipino/Tagalog-speaking person calls for information/advice at the OIS located in the Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX). The interpreter is expected to be on call to answer calls in coordination with the OIS chief coordinator. |
Application must reach OIS by March 10, 2011 |
Application guideline①
(PDF format) |
Application form②
(Word format) |
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※For qualifications, application method, detailed job descriptions and remuneration,
please refer to the application guideline.
※Please download and use a designated application form. |
| 【For Inquiry】 |
Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX) Planning and Promotion Group P.I.C. Kitada TEL 06-6966-2400 FAX 06-6966-2401
E-mail jouhou-c@ofix.or.jp |
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Seeking Participants for Overnight “Hinanjo”
Training for Foreign Residents
Saturday 18th December～Sunday 19th December |
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Date/Time |
| Saturday 18th December 4pm～Sunday 19th December 10am |
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Venue |
| 3rd Floor, International House Osaka (8-2-6 Uehonmachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka |
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Participation Fee |
| Free (Meals and sleeping bag provided by organizers) |
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Event Details |
This event is organized by OFIX and the International House Osaka, in collaboration with Kinki CLAIR, the Osaka Prefectural Government, and the Osaka City Government. The aim is to inform foreign residents about evacuation shelters which are used at times of natural disasters such as earthquakes and typhoons, through an overnight stay in a mock shelter, and the giving of lectures on related subjects. Meals provided will be emergency food used in such situations.
Please bring your own toiletries. |
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Application Details |
| ・Send your address, name, nationality, sex, phone number (email address) by either phone, fax, or email to the International House Osaka. Contact details are as follows: |
| Address: 8-2-6 Uehonmachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka |
| Tel: 06-6773-8182 |
| Fax: 06-6773-8421 |
| Email: johokikaku@ih-osaka.or.jp |
| Contact Details: 8-2-6 Uehonmachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka |
| Due date: Friday 10th December Noon |
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| For general enquiries please contact Ms. Someya or Mr. Sueanga at OFIX |
| Tel: 06-6966-2400 |
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| Job Fair for International Students! Saturday 15th January 2011 |
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Date/Time |
| Saturday 15th January 2011, 10am-5pm |
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Venue |
| 1st Floor Event Hall, My Dome Osaka (2-5 Honmachi-bashi, Chuou-ku, Osaka 540-0029 ⇒ Map |
| （３） |
Eligible to Attend |
| ○Companies (Japanese and foreign) interested in hiring international students |
| ○Students scheduled to graduate in March 2011 or 2012, or those already graduated. |
| * 60 companies interested in hiring international students already registered to外国人 |
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Event Details |
| ①Company Booths |
| ・Separate booths run by all 60 participating companies |
| ②Individual Consultation Corners |
| ・Advice from careers counselors |
| ・Advice on residential statuses |
| ③Seminars |
| ・Advice on residential status |
| ・Job hunting tips DVD corner |
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Click on the following link for further information about registering
and the participating companies. |
| http://www.grs-project.jp |
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Unprecedented Floods in Pakistan
Flood Victims in Need of Your Support |
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Impact of Floods as of 11 August 2010
- More than 13.5 million people affected
- More than4 million people displaced from homes
- More than 1,600 people dead
- 288,170 houses destroyed
- 1.5 million hectares of farmland destroyed
- Billions of dollars lost due to damaged houses, bridges, roads, hospitals, schools, irrigation systems, power transmission and communication lines
- Total affected area 150,000 sq km
- More detail on http://ndma.gov.pk
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How to help the Flood Affectees in Pakistan
Cash Contribution through Post Office
- Minami-Azabu-Go Branch Tokyo
"Prime Minister of Pakistan Flood Relief Fund 2010"
Account No. 00120-3-274876
For Bank /Online DonationAccount details and transactions procedure are as under:
- Kindly send your donations by furikomi to TOZA
Account no.0000930
Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi-UFJ Shimbashi Branch Tokyo
Account name: National Bank of Pakistan Tokyo
- For Receipt,
Kindly send receipt of furikomi to National Bank of Pakistan Tokyo, FAX No. 03-35020359 with your name,
telephone number and address .
Kindly clearly write "DONATION" on your transaction order.
Bank will send receipt to your address next day.
Donation of Items
Please contact the embassy directly for details of required items and procedure
Focal Points at Pakistan Embassy for coordination (both in cash and items)
Mr. Imtiaz Ahmad
Minister/Head of Chancery
Mob: 080-3519-5307
Tel: 03-5421-3601
Fax: 03-5421-3610
Ms. Hiroko Toyoda
Social Secretary to Ambassador
Tel: 03-5789-0258
We are waiting for your kind help and support.
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| Free Information and Advice Day for Foreign Residents |
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Free information and counseling services will be offered to foreign residents at International House, Osaka to help with difficulties experienced in everyday life, and offer advice on how to live comfortably in Osaka. Specialist advice will be available regarding many common difficulties experienced by foreign residents such as legal advice, visa issues, work, insurance, and child-rearing. Volunteers will provide interpretation in 9 languages, and all advice is offered free of charge. Please tell your foreign friends about it. |
（1）Date/Time
Sunday 11th July 2010, 11:00～17:00
（2）Venue
2nd Floor Meeting Room, International House, Osaka
（3）Admission
Free
（4）Languages available
English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, Indonesian, Thai, Filipino,and Vietnamese
■Further Details
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| Business Start-up Seminar in Osaka for Foreign Residents in Japan |
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Are you planning to set up a company or start up business in Japan? Why not attend the Business Start-up Seminar in Japan? This seminar will provide useful information on incorporation procedures and visa status for foreign residents who are interested in setting up a company or starting business in Japan. The details are described below. |
■Time & Date
Monday, May 31st, 2010 14:00-16:30
■Place
■Organizers
- Manufactured Imports and Investment Promotion Organization (MIPRO)
- Osaka Business and Investment Center (O-BIC)
■Program
1．How I started business in Japan
Mr. Kim Hongki President, Intelligent Trans Lab Inc.
Set up Intelligent Trans Lab, Inc. in July, 2007.
Engaged in Japanese-Korean translation, etc. mainly in the field of IT, industry and technology.
2． Incorporation procedures and visa status for foreign residents
Mr. Shuji Takahashi MIPRO Investment Adviser, Administrative Scrivener
Opened an administrative scrivener office in Dec., 2003. Specialized in incorporation procedure, application for authorization of starting business and visa application for foreign residents.
■Fee
free of charge
■Capacity
50 people (first-come-first-served basis)
■Language
Japanese (material is in both Eng./Jap.)
■Inquiry
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| Important Information: Influenza A/H1N1 |
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| ■Important Information: Influenza A/H1N1 |
Osaka Prefecture Web site
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Web site
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■H1N1 Influenza Advice and Information |
| Organization |
Tel |
Hours |
Languages |
| 【OFIX】Osaka Information Service for Foreign Residents |
06-6941-2297 |
9:00am～5:45pm
（Mon～Fri
※except national holidays） |
English, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Filipino, Thai, Japanese |
【Osaka Prefectural Government】
H1N1 Inluenza Advice Line (Tel, Fax) |
06-6943-8530 |
9:00am～5:45pm
（Mon～Fri
※except national holidays） |
TEL
06-6944-6791 |
9:00am～6:00pm
（Mon～Fri
※except national holidays） |
Japanese only |
FAX
06-6944-6602 |
◎OFIX works to support the provision of foreign language information, interpreting, and advice services offered above.
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| Relocation of OFIX Office and Plaza |
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From the 1st April the Osaka Foundation of International Exchange (OFIX) will be relocating its office and plaza. Our new address and contact details are outlined below.
※The office will not open officially until April 1st, but our new contact details will be in use from March 2nd. |
Address ： 5th Floor, MyDome Osaka, 2-5 Hommachi-bashi,
Chuo-ku,Osaka-shi, 540-0029 |
| TEL ： 06-6966-2400 FAX ： 06-6966-2401 |
| E-mail ： info@ofix.or.jp |
 As before |
| Homepage ： http://www.ofix.or.jp |
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| ～OFIX Plaza～ |
| Open space full of international exchange related information, books, and magazines. Please come and visit. |
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| ～Access～ |
○800m from Exit 1 or 12 of Sakaisujihommachi Station
(Chuo Line/Sakaisuji Line, Osaka Subway)
○800m from Exit 4 of Tanimachi4-chome Station
(Tanimachi Line, Osaka Subway) |
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5th Floor, MyDome Osaka, 2-5 Hommachi-bashi,Chuo-ku,Osaka-shi, 540-0029
TEL:06-6966-2400 FAX:06-6966-2401
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