May 22, 2020
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......
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Jobs in Japan: Use your time well and keep on going
When searching for a job, you’ll often have to deal with a fair share of rejections. We talked with Nizza about Japanese practice, work culture in Japan and the importance of not giving up....
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Japanese Job Interviews: Long Process, New Chances
Can you find a job in Japan after just two years of study? We talked to Kevin about study schedules, the drawn-out Japanese job interview process and the importance of nonverbal communication. Read on...
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Writing business e-mails in Japanese, Part 1: 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...
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Remembering Kanji – Four Methods Compared
Kanji are the most dreaded field of Japanese study for many. But with a bit of creativity, the right tools, and a systematic approach, mastering them is easier than you think. Read on to...
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Taking JLPT N2 and N1 – The Road to Success
“Japanese level: N2 or higher” is a common requirement for job offers in Japan. In this article, I share my personal experiences and recommend preparation strategies for the test. What does passing the JLPT...
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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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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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Read Long Texts in Japanese – Benefits of Rising to the Challenge
Reading a whole book in Japanese – a daunting task? It’s certainly not easy, but also very rewarding and can even help with the JLPT or job hunting. Find out how to turn practice...
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Finding a Job in Japan through Job Fairs and Japanese Friends
Can you find a job in Japan without having lived here before? We talked with Earlwin about the challenges of job-hunting Japanese style and how attending job fairs and his Japanese friends helped him...
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