July 03, 2020
Finding a job in the Japanese IT industry
Working in IT in Japan? It may sound complicated, but with a bit of experience and decent communication skills, it’s very much doable. In the final entry in our three-part article series, a career......
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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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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...
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In-Demand Programming Skills in Japan
Which programming languages will get you good jobs in 2020? The demand for IT specialists and programmers is high in Japan, but it isn’t always easy to find information on which skills Japanese companies...
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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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IT Jobs in Japan for Foreigners
If you have the skills, getting a job in IT in Japan can be just as easy as starting to teach English. Find out how to use technical skills and language abilities to outdo...
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Engineering Internships in Japan
Are you an engineering major and interested in Japan? How about doing an internship here? The requirements are not as high as you might think – this article gives you an overview. Japan –...
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Job Placement Service for IT Engineers
Looking for an engineering position in Japan? Are you from Asia? If your answer is yes, then Diversity HR, an employment for foreigners, might be able to help! An employment service for Foreigners Diversity...
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Female Engineers in Japan
Engineering professions and Japan, both are not exactly associated with equal opportunities for women, but is this image still accurate? When you look at employee statistics of Japan’s big car manufacturers it might not...
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Thoughts on Success in Japan
How coming to Japan changed the way one engineer thinks about success, innovation, and what he wants to achieve at work. I’ve been working as Engineer in Japan for 5 years now. I joined...
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Is the JLPT enough to Work in Japan?
Lee is taking a look at how much the JLPT really says about your ability to speak Japanese at work. The short answer to the initial question is a simple no. It took me...
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3 Essentials for a Successful Career in Japan
What are Japanese companies looking for if not hard skills? If you ever wondered this, you are not alone. Hwang did too, and he went to find the answer. I am Hwang, an engineer...
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Language and Communication Skills for the Japanese Workplace
Communication barriers can come in more forms than you might think. This time, Seung-hyeop shares advice and anecdotes about workplace communication. Hello! After finishing university in South Korea, I am now working in Japan’s...
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Responsibility – Pro’s and Con’s of being in Charge
This time Juan talks about making your own experiences and what it means to take on a leadership role in a Japanese company. Overseeing my own team at work came with some challenges I...
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What I wish I had looked into before Working in Japan…
This time, Yun shares three things you should look into before working in Japan – (dis)likes of Japanese people, the work culture, and the manners. Read on to find out how these things are...
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