January 10, 2019
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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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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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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Average salaries for Young Professionals in Japan
How much income can you earn in Japan? Detailed information about typical salaries in Japan for your age group let you know what to expect and plan ahead. Normally, data on average salary lumps...
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Engineer salaries in Japan – Industry averages by position
What salaries can you realistically expect as engineer in Japan? Gain insight into the average income in a variety of IT-related positions. IT jobs are among the top 10 highest paying professions in Japan....
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All you need to know about Annual Leave in Japan!
Annual leave in Japan is one of the areas where opinions often clash. Working in Japan, most of us look forward to exploring the country on our days off. But is it possible in...
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