Top Articles for Software Developers in Japan

Top Articles for Software Developers in Japan

Check out our blog for insights on living in Japan as a foreign software engineer or tech professional

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  October 4, 2024

  Japan's Healthcare System - A Personal Guide for Expats

  Learn everything you need to know about Japan's healthcare system as an expat, including how to enro...

  Learn everything you need to know about Japan's healthcare system as an expat, including how to enroll in health insurance, find English-spe...

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  October 4, 2024

  How to Negotiate Your Salary in Japan: Essential Guide for Tech Professionals

  A Complete guide on how to negotiate your salary as a foreigner working in tech in Japan. Practical ...

  A Complete guide on how to negotiate your salary as a foreigner working in tech in Japan. Practical tips on how to effectively prepare and n...

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  October 4, 2024

  Konbini Culture and Japan’s Convenience Store Food: Explained

  Explore one of the best things Japanese culture has to offer: The Konbini! Here’s everything you can...

  Explore one of the best things Japanese culture has to offer: The Konbini! Here’s everything you can find at a Japanese convenience store.

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  October 4, 2024

  How To Say "Congratulations" in Japanese

  Want to celebrate your loved ones? Why not learn to congratulate them in Japanese? Here’s a guide wi...

  Want to celebrate your loved ones? Why not learn to congratulate them in Japanese? Here’s a guide with many options and some cultural tips.

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  September 26, 2024

  "Omoshiroi" in Japanese: What It Means and How to Use It

  A useful word that can mean “interesting” and “amusing”, Omoshiroi is a common Japanese word. Find o...

  A useful word that can mean “interesting” and “amusing”, Omoshiroi is a common Japanese word. Find out its meaning and how to use it.

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  September 26, 2024

  Baby Names for Japan: Names that Work in Both Japanese and English

  Naming your child can be hard, but we’re here to help. Here’s all about naming conventions and names...

  Naming your child can be hard, but we’re here to help. Here’s all about naming conventions and names that work in Japanese and English.

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  September 22, 2024

  Are You Eligible to Apply? How to Check Your Japanese Level

  Here’s our guide to common Japanese language requirement labels found in job listings and how to ass...

  Here’s our guide to common Japanese language requirement labels found in job listings and how to assess your skill level.

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  September 18, 2024

  Business Japanese: The Ultimate Guide [2024]

  Business Japanese can be particularly hard for foreigners. But putting in the time and effort to lea...

  Business Japanese can be particularly hard for foreigners. But putting in the time and effort to learn could help not only your workplace re...

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  August 29, 2024

  An Essential Guide on How to Become a Junior Developer in Japan

  Discover the essential strategies and tips on landing a junior developer role in Japan, from expert ...

  Discover the essential strategies and tips on landing a junior developer role in Japan, from expert advice on resume writing and working wit...

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  August 27, 2024

  Japanese Wedding Attire for Guests

  Invited to a Japanese wedding and don’t know what to wear? In this guide, we explain how to dress fo...

  Invited to a Japanese wedding and don’t know what to wear? In this guide, we explain how to dress for weddings and what they’re like in Japa...

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  August 27, 2024

  Shipping from Japan to the USA: Services and Tips

  Shipping items from Japan to the US is easier than one might think. Explore your options, the costs,...

  Shipping items from Japan to the US is easier than one might think. Explore your options, the costs, and what you can’t send in this guide. ...

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  August 27, 2024

  How To Order in Japanese: A Restaurant Walkthrough

  Ordering food in Japanese can seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Read our guide to learn h...

  Ordering food in Japanese can seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Read our guide to learn how to order food easily.

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  August 27, 2024

  The Hanko Stamp: A Guide for Foreigners in Japan

  Hanko is a personal stamp used in Japan by many. Read to find out whether you need one and how to ge...

  Hanko is a personal stamp used in Japan by many. Read to find out whether you need one and how to get one made.

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  August 27, 2024

  Luggage Storage in Tokyo: Our Recommendations

  Don’t let your heavy baggage weigh you down! Here’s our guide to luggage storage in Tokyo, as well a...

  Don’t let your heavy baggage weigh you down! Here’s our guide to luggage storage in Tokyo, as well as throughout Japan.

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  August 16, 2024

  Point Cards in Japan, Demystified

  In Japan, if you’re not using point cards, you’re missing out! Here’s all you need to know about whi...

  In Japan, if you’re not using point cards, you’re missing out! Here’s all you need to know about which cards to get and what the benefits ar...

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  August 16, 2024

  Cashless Payments in Japan: All Methods, Explained

  Want to go cash-free in Japan? Here are all of the cashless payment options and mobile payment apps,...

  Want to go cash-free in Japan? Here are all of the cashless payment options and mobile payment apps, explained.

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  August 5, 2024

  All About Driving Schools in Japan

  Want to get your driver’s license? Start here! This guide will tell you everything you need to know ...

  Want to get your driver’s license? Start here! This guide will tell you everything you need to know about driving schools in Japan.

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  August 5, 2024

  Surviving Rainy Season in Japan: The Definitive Guide

  Getting caught unprepared in the rainy season is the last thing you want to do. Read our guide to le...

  Getting caught unprepared in the rainy season is the last thing you want to do. Read our guide to learn all about Japan’s monsoon season.

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  August 2, 2024

  Comprehensive Guide to Childcare in Japan for International Families in 2024

  Discover the complete list of options for childcare in Japan and a step-by-step guide to decide whic...

  Discover the complete list of options for childcare in Japan and a step-by-step guide to decide which is the best choice, especially for an ...

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  August 2, 2024

  Raising an International Family in Japan: Experiences and Advice

  Get a glimpse of the day-to-day life of an international family living in Japan. Experience and advi...

  Get a glimpse of the day-to-day life of an international family living in Japan. Experience and advice for parents working in tech, through ...

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  August 1, 2024

  How to Find an English-speaking Babysitter in Tokyo: Our Recommendations

  Looking for an English-speaking babysitter in Tokyo? Here are our top babysitter recommendations fro...

  Looking for an English-speaking babysitter in Tokyo? Here are our top babysitter recommendations from Tokyo and all over Japan.

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  July 25, 2024

  The Anatomy of the New Graduate Hiring Process in Japan

  A rite of passage for students in Japan hunting for a job after graduation is shinsotsu saiyou, a re...

  A rite of passage for students in Japan hunting for a job after graduation is shinsotsu saiyou, a recruitment cycle carried out each year by...

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  July 24, 2024

  Adopting Pets in Japan: 2024 Guide

  Looking to adopt a pet? Check out our guide to learn about the process of adoption, and the best ani...

  Looking to adopt a pet? Check out our guide to learn about the process of adoption, and the best animal shelters in Japan.

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  July 24, 2024

  "Sodai Gomi" in Japan: How to throw away your oversized garbage

  Sodai gomi, or oversized garbage, is disposed of differently than regular trash. Read our guide to f...

  Sodai gomi, or oversized garbage, is disposed of differently than regular trash. Read our guide to find out how to correctly get rid of larg...

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  July 18, 2024

  Japanese Filler Words and How to Use Them

  Do you ever, like, um… feel at a loss for words? Here are the top Japanese filler words to fill the ...

  Do you ever, like, um… feel at a loss for words? Here are the top Japanese filler words to fill the air, buy some time, and sound like a nat...

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  July 18, 2024

  Japan Emergency Kit Prep: A Survival Guide

  Japan is no stranger to earthquakes. Prepare for the worst-case scenario with our natural disaster p...

  Japan is no stranger to earthquakes. Prepare for the worst-case scenario with our natural disaster prep guide.

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  July 18, 2024

  "Naruhodo" in Japanese: Meaning, Usage and Nuances

  A common word in Japanese, Naruhodo is an expression of agreement. Find out the meaning, origin, and...

  A common word in Japanese, Naruhodo is an expression of agreement. Find out the meaning, origin, and how to use it in this post.

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  July 18, 2024

  Please Be Kind To Me: The True Meaning of Yoroshiku Onegaishimasu

  Originally meaning “treat me well”, “Yoroshiku” is a handy phrase that can mean many things. Find ou...

  Originally meaning “treat me well”, “Yoroshiku” is a handy phrase that can mean many things. Find out what the mysterious phrase is all abou...

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  July 18, 2024

  Your Guide To Halal Food in Japan

  Looking for the best halal food in Japan? We have you covered. Explore the best halal food Japan has...

  Looking for the best halal food in Japan? We have you covered. Explore the best halal food Japan has to offer in our detailed guide.

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  July 18, 2024

  Vegan Food in Japan: A Guide [2024]

  If you’re worried about missing out on Japan’s delicious food as a vegan, don’t be! Read our guide t...

  If you’re worried about missing out on Japan’s delicious food as a vegan, don’t be! Read our guide to discover the best vegan food in Japan....