February 20, 2021
Web Development and On-The-Job-Training in Japan
What is work as a web developer in Japan like? We talked to Kanno-san, who learned how to code on the job and is now managing a team of engineers – including multiple non-Japanese......
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Challenging Yourself in Japan: A Retrospective
Working in Japan advancing your career often means diving into new responsibilities and tasks with no previous experience. In this article, I want to share my experiences after three years of working at a...
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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...
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How to Work in Japan Without Speaking Japanese
Can you work in Japan without being able to speak even a shred of Japanese? It’s not easy – but possible. This article introduces you to the main options. Jobs for non-Japanese speakers 1....
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Guide to the Business Japanese Proficiency Test
Guide to the BJT: structure, levels, necessary skills, and when to take it. What is the BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test The BJT or ビジネス日本語能力テスト in Japanese is a 135 min multiple choice test,...
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Practical Japanese – Tips from Company Training Camp
The key to clear and effective communication in Japanese doesn’t lie in fancier grammar, but in utilizing your voice and what you already know to their full extend. Let’s go beyond typical Japanese classes...
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Useful Qualifications for Getting a Job in Japan
These professional qualifications are recognized in Japan. For many professions it is necessary to have a certificate that proves your expertise to get a job. Unfortunately, due to differing standards between countries, many are...
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Japanese Job Interviews – Know what matters
A job interview is where you have to appeal your skills, right? Turns out, not in Japan. At least, when job interviews for new graduates, especially non-science majors are concerned. Japanese companies are looking...
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