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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Recycle shops – Bargain Hunting in Japan
Recycle shops have you covered if you need furniture, new clothes, or items for your house and are looking for a bargain in Japan! Japan’s second-hand shops come in all types and sizes, from...
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Teaching English in Japan – An Overview
Teaching English is the most popular job among newcomers to Japan, and there are good reasons for that. But what exactly does being an English teacher mean – and is it worth it? Read...
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How to Get Off the Beaten Path in Japan
In the age of mass tourism, going off the beaten path comes with the promise of truly unique experiences. To get to them while living in Japan, an adjustment of perspective and some goal-setting...
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Internship Guide
Are you wondering why there seem to be so few internships available or don’t want to pay for your internship position? On this page we put together articles that help you ・Understand the Japanese...
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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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Online Applications: Get Your Dream Job in Japan
Can you find your dream job in Japan? To answer this question, we talked with Clemence and asked how she persevered and managed to find the job she wanted in Japan. Read on to...
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Job Agencies: Find Jobs that Match your Profile
Wondering how to stand out from the crowd? We talked with Yulia about how to be efficient in your job search and why it is important to know what you bring to the table....
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Job-Hunting Advice from Foreigners for Foreigners
Job-hunting in Japan can be tough. While most of us experience some struggle, many do manage to secure jobs in this country. We talked to four graduates who made it and recently started working...
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How to Get a Working visa in Japan without University Degree
Young, motivated, maybe even with work experience under the belt – and ready to move your life to Japan. The only issue: you never graduated from university. Is there really no way around it?...
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Getting a Mobile Phone in Japan – Long and Short-term Options
Staying connected is vital today, whether you’re in Japan short-term or long-term. This article shows you the different options for getting a working phone in Japan. Main mobile carriers Japan has three major mobile...
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Japan’s Hell is made of Two-Year Contracts
Living in Japan can come with hidden costs, many of them caused by the country’s obsession with 2-year contracts. Whether you rent an apartment or get a phone contract, chances are you will be...
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Japanese Job-Hunting Portal Sites
There are many ways to job-hunt in Japan – even if you only use the internet. This article introduces you to the most widely used Japanese job portals as well as some smaller ones...
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Garbage in Japan: A Guide
Japan is known for its complex system for trash collection and disposal. But don’t despair! After reading this guide, you will be ready for properly handling your garbage here. Where does the trash go?...
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Be proactive! Job Search in Japan
This series introduces foreigners who managed to secure job offers in Japan, sharing their experiences and tips. This time Avazbek shared his experiences. Read on to find out more about: ■ On-the-job training ■...
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