November 08, 2019
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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Overtime Work in Japan
Working in Japan doesn’t have to mean endless hours of overtime work. Nevertheless, overwork is still an issue. Why is it still prevalent? What types of overtime are there? Do you have to “play...
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Business Casual – Guide to Choosing the right Outfit
Dress code: Business Casual, but what does that actually mean in Japan? Find out about the do’s and don’ts of work fashion. With this style guide, you cannot go wrong. Business Casual Business Casual...
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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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How to Change Jobs in Japan – A timeline
Thinking about changing jobs in Japan? Find out about the process, paperwork and everything you need to know for a good transition to your next career stage. Ground rules It is okay to change...
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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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Japanese Labor Law Essentials you Need to Know
What rights do you have as an employee in Japan? An overview of what you need to know about Japan’s Labor Laws – from what has to be written in your contract to rules...
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A Workday in the Life of an Engineer in Japan
For the second article in this series, Dong-hun has taken over the keyboard. Let me show you what a typical day looks like at a Japanese company. I have been working in Japan as...
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Why Japanese People (don’t) Change Jobs
Japan is famous for employees working at one company for all their lives. It still doesn’t seem like changing jobs is common. However, it is getting more accepted, so don’t shy away from following...
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Employee Benefits at Japanese Companies
Employee benefits play a role for many when choosing their jobs. They not only impact how much money you get at the end of the month, but also your insurance, when you can take...
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Lifetime Employment and Japan’s Future
Japan is famous for its lifetime employment system, but many Japanese companies are looking for more flexible alternatives. This is good news for foreigners hoping to work in Japan. Why? Lifetime employment is one...
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English Level still low even among IT Staff in Japan
Over 50% of online content is in English. In the global IT world, English is a basic requirement for most – but English skills remain curiously absent in many Japanese offices. Let’s take a...
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Taxes and Insurance when Working in Japan
Taxes and insurance payments far too often are mystery to the brave souls venturing to build a life in Japan. Imagine the surprise when you notice that after finally having settled in and just...
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The Japanese Employment System and Contract Types
When job-hunting in Japan it pays off to understand the Japanese employment system. Insurance coverage, benefits, and more, all vary based on which type of employment contract you get. On top of that, whether...
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