“Why should we hire you?” Many a job seeker has had problems with this question. In this article, we show you how to respond to it in Japanese, in a way that matches the......
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How to rent an Apartment in Japan – Step-by-step Guide
Do you want an apartment in Japan, but are not sure about how to get one? This article walks you through the process, from searching online to picking up your keys. Moving in Japan...
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Sleeping at Work in Japan – Myth of the Hardworking Salaryman
Sleeping in public is so common in Japan it even has it’s own name – inemuri. But is it really okay to sleep at work? While urban legends may suggest it is, the reality...
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My Number Card – What it is and how to get one
The My Number Card is a type of Japanese ID that comes with some added benefits. Application is fairly simple – find out how to do it and what to do with it in...
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Cashless Payment Options in Japan
Japan has been a cash-loving society for the longest time. But cashless payments are slowly becoming more commonplace and come with some added benefits. Find out which service is best suited to your needs...
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5 Pillars of Japanese Manners
There is no shortage of behavioral rules in Japan. While Japanese manners are strict, especially when dealing with customers, they are not as scary as it first seems. All it takes are 5 basic...
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U-Turn and Relocation for a New Job
Have you heard of U-turn and I-turn? Both describe job change patterns in Japan. The terms are often used in recruitment and whole hiring events are dedicated to them. Let’s take a closer look...
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Japanese Job Hunt – Beginning of A New Era?
For international students, the strict Japanese job-hunting schedule comes with many limitations. But change is on the horizon. What will the future bring? Find out here. Traditional job-hunting schedule in Japan If you have...
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Overtime Work in Japan
Working in Japan doesn’t have to mean endless hours of overtime work. Nevertheless, overwork is still an issue. Why is it still prevalent? What types of overtime are there? Do you have to “play...
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How to Transfer Money To and From Japan
Transferring money to and from Japan can cost high fees – but they’re avoidable. An introduction to international money transfer options for Japan and the blueprint that comes with it. Banks vs. money transfer...
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Job Application Guide
You want to work in Japan? Follow this guide to find out what you need to know. Either read introductory article for each section or dive right into the details, up to you. Process...
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JFT-Basic – Japanese Test for Foreign Workers
Considering to take the JFT-Basic? Find out what it covers, how to prepare and where to take this new Japanese test, that checks if you got what it takes to manage living and working...
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Japanese Pronunciation and How to Practice with Karaoke
Getting an (almost) native-level accent in Japanese is impossible? Not if you know what to look out for and combine different ways to practice. Learn how to make your Japanese sound more natural using...
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Find the right Business Japanese Course for you
Business Japanese courses are the finishing touch that lets you hit the ground running on your first day in a Japanese office. There’s only one problem: Which course to pick among all the different...
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Minimum Wage in Tokyo, Explained
Tokyo’s minimum wage keeps increasing, and other prefectures follow suit. Do you know how much you have to be paid in Japan? Minimum wage in Japan The average minimum wage in Japan is 901...
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