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What you need to know about getting a work visa in Japan
Working in Japan

What you need to know about getting a work visa in Japan

With around two million expatriates currently residing in Japan, the idea that Japan is closed to or very difficult for foreigners to find work is becoming more and more dated. With the right visa, there

5 Ways Telework is Changing Life in Tokyo for the Better
How to Japan

5 Ways Telework is Changing Life in Tokyo for the Better

Working in a Japanese company conjures images of poor work-life balance, crowded commutes and late night drinking parties. However, the pandemic-imposed telework has improved all these and more.

Bōnenkai: Understanding Japanese New Year’s Parties
How to Japan

Bōnenkai: Understanding Japanese New Year’s Parties

As New Year’s approaches, so does the Japanese office custom of bonenkai. In this article, we take a look at what to expect in a Japanese New Year’s work party, as well as what the future of bonenkai will be.

6 Effective and Straightforward Tips to Avoiding Burnout When Working From Home
Working in Japan

6 Effective and Straightforward Tips to Avoiding Burnout When Working From Home

Working from home sounds great but it can lead to early burn out. Use these steps to stay productive even when working from home.

How to Get a Job in Japan
How to Japan

How to Get a Job in Japan

Don’t let the pandemic dampen your hopes for working in Japan! In this article, we cover a step-by-step to finding employment and making your job goals for employment in a Japanese company. It’s never too early to start working towards a job in Japan.

Doing Better Online Interviews
Employer Blog

Doing Better Online Interviews

Before the current pandemic, I only did face-to-face interviews. By doing so, I had a very good feeling for who the person was. I knew what they looked like, how they would be in front

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