in Japanese
News from Japan #03
As the number of new infections decreases, businesses reopen and Japan tries to enter a “new state of normality”. We looked at the recent unfolding of events, with a focus on Tokyo. Life in Tokyo...
Florian
My love for ninjas and interest in Chinese characters (kanji) were what first made me come to Japan, as a high school student. Over ten years and many visits later, I’ve found a job here and have chosen it as my new home.
in Daily Life, Life
Areas with Cheap Rent in Tokyo
Tokyo is an expensive city to live in, especially when you’re just starting out. Where should you look if you want to find a cheap place to live that’s also close to all the action?...
in Japanese
News from Japan #02
Students that have lost their part-time jobs as a result of Corona will be able to apply for an additional stimulus. But how about international students? We looked at the news and some reactions to...
in Japanese
News from Japan #01
What impact will the Coronavirus have on job seekers? How many of them have been successful regardless of the pandemic? And are masks making a comeback in stores? This week, we’re looking at Japanese news...
in Work, Working Culture
Gijiroku – Keeping track of meetings in Japanese
Record-keeping is a classic “newcomer task” at Japanese companies. It may seem boring at first, but for Japanese learners, it can be a challenge – and a way to improve communication skills. What is a...
in Basics, Job Search
5 Unusual Japanese Recruitment Strategies
Searching for a job isn’t easy, but there are many companies that struggle with recruiting as well. Find out about some unconventional ways in which Japanese firms try to find the right people. Standing Out...
in Japanese
E-Mailing Japanese Companies while Job Hunting
For many Japanese learners, the job hunt marks the time when they have to start writing “professional e-mails”. Not used to it? Use these templates in case you’re not sure about how to phrase your...
in Basics, Job Search
Black Companies: What they are and how to spot them
In Japan, Black Companies are infamous among job seekers for long work hours, bad pay and harsh rules. While they can be hard to identify, there are some things that you should keep an eye...
in Basics, Job Search, Skills
5 things you can do to prepare for an IT job in Japan
IT is one of the more open and international Japanese industries. That being said, whether you excel in Japanese ability or IT experience, it’s better to come prepared. Read on to find out what you...
in Interview, Job Search
20 Final Questions for your Japanese Job Interview
“Any questions left?” How you respond to this can decide the outcome of your job interview. We collected 20 questions that will help you leave the company building with a smile. A good final impression...
in Basics, Job Search
Is it easy to get a Job in Japan?
The job market in Japan is opening up to foreigners. But how much competition should you expect, and how many options are you likely to have? We looked at some surveys to give you an...
in Getting around, Life
Train delays in Japan and how to deal with them
Train delays can easily cause you some trouble when job hunting or working in Japan. Learn how to deal with them without needlessly upsetting your (future) boss. Japanese trains – always on time? “In Japan,...
in Japanese
Five reasons for using an electronic dictionary in 2020
Electronic dictionaries seem a bit out of place in the age of smartphones and unlimited internet access. However, even in 2020, they still have their upsides if you are learning Japanese. We listed five of...
in Basics, Job Search
IT Jobs in Japan for Humanities Majors
IT is more than just programming – there are also a bunch of other options for newcomers. Here’s an overview of common IT jobs in Japan that can equip you with valuable hard skills and...
in Japanese
Writing business e-mails in Japanese: Requests
Writing Japanese business e-mails can certainly be a challenge, but with the right approach, it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Read up on what to look out for and check some example messages in...