May 11, 2018
Knocking like a salaryman
Knocking on the door, how hard can it be? Did you know that some people in Japan failed their job interviews before they even entered the room? Why? They did not know how to......
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What you need to know about Golden Week
Golden Week, the time when everyone in Japan goes on vacation, hotels are booked out. Large crowds of travelers seem to be the general image of this Japanese holiday season between late April and...
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How to prepare for the call from Human Resources
Answering the phone in Japanese makes you nervous? What if messing up during the call will cost you that job you really want? If you have thoughts like these, then you are not alone....
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On the rise: Foreign Workers in Japan
Have you ever wondered how foreigners who are working in Japan got here and what they are doing now? Did you know that only 10% of all the foreigners living in Japan are here...
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How to make friends in Japan
I came to Japan without knowing anyone here. To make Japanese friends I attended many professional events, joined various social groups, and went on a lot of trips. Luckily enough, I managed to extend...
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How to open an account at Shinsei Bank
You just arrived in Japan and intend to stay for at least one year, or you have been here for a while but will soon start working? Then you may need to open a...
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Apartment, Share House and Co. – Housing in Japan
Looking for a place? Depending on your preferences and budget there are plenty of accommodation options. If you want to live on your own, you will likely look for a マンション (mansion) or an...
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How (not) to park your bike in Japan!
At first glance, this topic sounds rather straightforward – until it is not. In Japan leaving your bike on the side of the street or in front of a store can get you in...
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Shuukatsu – How Japanese Students get their Jobs
How to job-hunt in Japan as a new graduate – this question can cause a lot of confusion. You probably already heard some things about how to job search in Japan. Do you how...
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Job-search Timing in Japan for foreigners
You want to get a job in Japan, but cannot start looking one year in advance, like Japanese graduates? Many foreigners faced with the same problem manage to get a job offer in the...
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SPI Test – All you Need to Know
You met a really great company and they would like you to come in for an interview, but first you would need to take this timed aptitude and personality test in Japanese. Even Japanese...
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Hourensou – Reporting at the Japanese workplace
Hourensou, the secret Japanese recipe to gain trust and authority among your Japanese coworkers. Do you know the meaning of ほうれんそう? If you are thinking of ほうれん草 (spinach) then rest assured, the leaves in...
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Entry Sheet – everything you need to know!
Simply put, an entry sheet (short ES) is an “application form” and resembles a cover letter in contents and purpose. Unfortunately, that’s where the similarities end, and the issues begin. Read on to learn...
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How to pray at a Japanese Shrine
It’s kind of a shame, but I never really understood the culture and rules of praying at shrines. Why do people wash their hands before entering the shrine? How do I make a wish?...
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Job-hunt in Japan: attending a company seminar – 説明会
No faceless emails, Japanese companies get in touch with their candidates in person and as early as possible. Even online applications are bound to lead to prompt invitations to a company seminar. A company...
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