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April in Japan is a time for new beginnings and taking chances. If you’ve been considering moving to Japan, now is as good a time as any. Whether you come to study Japanese or start the next chapter of your career, the moving process doesn’t have to be complicated. Move to Japan Like a Pro WebinarOn April 17 from 10 A.M. (JST), GaijinPot and Mobal will host Move to Japan Like a Pro, a free webinar about what it’s really like moving to Japan. Using real-life accounts by existing Mobal customers and other foreign residents, tune in to learn the ins and outs of starting your journey in Japan. All...
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Job interviews in Japan are just like anywhere else. Regardless of the job you want, you have to think long and hard about your キャリア (career) and what スキル (skills) you can offer your employer. Interviews can be daunting enough, even at the best of times, without the added complication of doing it in Japanese. Whether you’re a newbie at speaking the language, learning the basic Japanese job interview questions and knowing how to answer them can set you apart. So while you press your most impressive interview clothes, remember that it’s never too late to cram some typical Japanese interview ques...
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I know why you’re here. You saw some random foreigner aggressively overreacting to an otherwise mundane Japanese product on a TV commercial and thought, “I could do that.” Well, I’ve got good news: you’re probably right.Japan’s television is absurd in the best possible way. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that? But how do you get from the toilet where you’re reading this on your phone to on set, in costume, centered in front of the camera? Rest assured, you’ll be fully equipped to accomplish just that by finishing this article. But be warned—acting isn’t always as glamorous a profession as y...
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Working in Japan is a great chance to grow professionally. You’ll be able to improve your skill set, experience Japanese culture firsthand and meet new people from all over—even shift career paths if you want. One of the biggest challenges of moving abroad is finding a company that can provide employment and help sponsor your work visa. Luckily, some employers do offer visa sponsorship, training and relocation services to make the transition as smooth as possible. Yaruki Switch Group is that kind of company. Yaruki Switch Group is a Japanese educational company that offers private tutoring, En...
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A few months ago, I thought I’d lost my mind when I heard my boss ask new employees not to forget about “spinach.” Everyone nodded, seemingly undisturbed by her odd request. After the meeting, I asked one of my seniors about it. She explained that hourensou, the Japanese word for spinach, is also a model for corporate communications that many Japanese companies follow. Many corporations have adopted it since its conception in the 1980s, bringing about many similar terms and alternatives. What do vegetables have to do with corporate life in Japan? Make like Popeye The Sailor, grab some spinach,...
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English teaching in Japan typically requires a bachelor’s degree to obtain the proper work visa (excluding other means such as a spouse or student visa). In some cases, a transcript of records showing that you have completed at least 14 years of education using English as your primary language. While there are tons of English teaching jobs spread across Japan, it can be challenging to distinguish yourself from others. Even if a master’s degree or Ph.D. are often considered the ultimate qualifications, there isn’t always the opportunity for practical experience, not to mention they are a signif...
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For most of Japan’s international community, a taxi driver is probably not one of the first professions that spring to mind when thinking about jobs. However, perhaps we should think again: Spearheaded by their “Go Driversity” initiative, Hinomaru Taxi in Tokyo has been steadily adding non-Japanese employees to its team in recent years. Hinomaru Taxi’s employees enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive salary and a supportive working environment. We spoke with Karen Imada of the firm’s employment center about recent developments at Hinomaru Taxi and heard from several of the drivers themselves. ...
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Most visitors to Japan, and residents alike, are charmed by the serene beauty of traditional Japanese gardens. However, behind the seemingly effortless flow and intricate composition of the natural scenery hides labor of love. We spoke with two foreigners who took traditional gardening apprenticeships in Japan. They started from scratch and learned the ropes over several years before getting into the “garden business” themselves. Here are their stories. Dominik SchmitzDominik Schmitz was born in Germany and raised in a small village in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. He came to Japan for the first tim...
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In Japan, it can be hard to get a job as anything other than an English teacher without a high level of Japanese language skills. Just how much does it affect your job prospects, however, and is it worth dedicating some time to leveling up? If you want to measure your Japanese ability, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is the standard way to go about it. It is a standardized test to measure the proficiency level of non-native learners of Japanese, covering language knowledge, reading ability and listening ability. It has become the main and easiest way for employers to check if you...
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The holiday season has been a time for exchanging business-appropriate presents long before Japan joined in the Christmas celebrations. Oseibo is the Japanese tradition of giving end-of-year gifts to express gratitude to neighbors, friends and colleagues. Although a lot has changed since this practice began centuries ago, this month remains the most appropriate time to thank your coworkers with a little something special. Nothing personalIf you think you’ve found the perfect present for someone, think again. Contrary to what you may believe, getting your baseball-obsessed boss a Dodgers sweats...
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