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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  January 21, 2025

  Money Forward’s English Transformation: A Blueprint for Engineering Teams in Japan in 2025

  Money Forward has successfully transitioned its engineering organization of over 400 Japanese-speaki...

  Money Forward has successfully transitioned its engineering organization of over 400 Japanese-speaking members to operate fully in English. ...

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  January 14, 2025

  Inside my bag. Handy items to carry with you as a business person in Japan.

  Over the course of a decade working in Japan, I’ve learned many tricks to get by. Most deal with cul...

  Over the course of a decade working in Japan, I’ve learned many tricks to get by. Most deal with culture and interpersonal interactions, but...

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  January 14, 2025

  How to take Mental Health Leave in Japan

  Discover steps for taking mental health leave in Japan, and accessing essential resources for foreig...

  Discover steps for taking mental health leave in Japan, and accessing essential resources for foreign employees.

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  January 14, 2025

  Emergency Contact Numbers in Japan: How to Contact the Authorities

  Knowing what to do in case of an emergency is vital. Read our guide to learn what number to call, ho...

  Knowing what to do in case of an emergency is vital. Read our guide to learn what number to call, how to ask for help, and relevant vocabula...

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  January 14, 2025

  The Best Coworking Spaces in Yokohama: 2025 Guide

  Working remotely doesn’t have to mean “working from home.” Discover the best coworking spaces in Yok...

  Working remotely doesn’t have to mean “working from home.” Discover the best coworking spaces in Yokohama in this post.

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  January 14, 2025

  Monthly Apartments in Tokyo for Foreigners: A Guide for 2025

  Looking for a monthly furnished apartment in Tokyo? Here's how to find properties whether you're a ...

  Looking for a monthly furnished apartment in Tokyo? Here's how to find properties whether you're a traveler or just looking for a quick hou...

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  January 14, 2025

  Easy-to-read Manga: Our Top 8 Picks for Studying Japanese

  Learning Japanese is hard enough, why not make it fun with these great beginner-friendly mangas? Her...

  Learning Japanese is hard enough, why not make it fun with these great beginner-friendly mangas? Here are eight great picks, and a bonus one...

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  December 20, 2024

  Job Titles and Company Positions in Japan: A Complete Guide

  Discover the ins and outs of company positions and job titles in Japanese so you can navigate the wo...

  Discover the ins and outs of company positions and job titles in Japanese so you can navigate the workplace more smoothly.

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  December 19, 2024

  How to Handle Job Rejections in Japan: a Practical Guide

  Learn practical and effective strategies to handle rejections without burning out in your job search...

  Learn practical and effective strategies to handle rejections without burning out in your job search in Japan.

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  December 18, 2024

  Understanding Payroll Practices in Japan: A Comprehensive Overview

  Do you know how to navigate your payslip? Here’s all you need to know about payroll practices and sy...

  Do you know how to navigate your payslip? Here’s all you need to know about payroll practices and systems in Japan.

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  December 17, 2024

  How Long Does It Take to Get a Work Visa for Japan?

  From application to approval, understand how long does it take to get a work visa for Japan and lear...

  From application to approval, understand how long does it take to get a work visa for Japan and learn strategies to navigate potential obsta...

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  December 16, 2024

  Top Coworking Spaces in Fukuoka: A Guide for Remote Workers

  Looking to fuel your productivity while working remotely? Here are Fukuoka’s top coworking spaces an...

  Looking to fuel your productivity while working remotely? Here are Fukuoka’s top coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafes.

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  November 21, 2024

  From Defense Industry to Robotics in Japan: A Job You Can Brag About

  After starting his career in the U.S. defense industry, Justin followed his passion for robotics and...

  After starting his career in the U.S. defense industry, Justin followed his passion for robotics and moved to Japan, combining his technical...

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  November 21, 2024

  The Zairyu Card: How to Navigate Japan's Residency System

  Your zairyu card will be one of your most prized possessions in Japan. Find out all about the reside...

  Your zairyu card will be one of your most prized possessions in Japan. Find out all about the residence card in this post.

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  November 21, 2024

  Top Internet Cafes in Kyoto for Remote Workers

  Explore top remote work locations in Kyoto. Our guide covers Internet cafes, manga cafes, and atmosp...

  Explore top remote work locations in Kyoto. Our guide covers Internet cafes, manga cafes, and atmospheric coffee shops with fast Wi-Fi and l...

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  November 21, 2024

  Best Internet Cafes in Osaka: Our Recommendations [Nov 2024]

  Internet cafes can be a safe haven for work, study, and even overnight stays—Discover Osaka’s best I...

  Internet cafes can be a safe haven for work, study, and even overnight stays—Discover Osaka’s best Internet cafes in this post.

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  November 21, 2024

  Japanese Chain Restaurants: A Guide to Popular Eateries Across Japan

  Here are some of the best-known chain restaurants in Japan, offering affordable Japanese and Wester...

  Here are some of the best-known chain restaurants in Japan, offering affordable Japanese and Western specialties across the country.

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  November 20, 2024

  Best Coworking Spaces in Kyoto [Nov 2024]

  Remote workers in Kyoto have various options when it comes to coworking spaces. In this post, we’ll ...

  Remote workers in Kyoto have various options when it comes to coworking spaces. In this post, we’ll explore the best the old capital has to ...

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  November 19, 2024

  Careful! How to Avoid Disrespecting People in Japan

  If you want to avoid being unintentionally rude in Japan, read our guide to learn the most common “d...

  If you want to avoid being unintentionally rude in Japan, read our guide to learn the most common “don’ts” to save you the headache.

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  November 19, 2024

  How Much is Sales Tax in Japan?

  Consumption tax, or sales tax, applies to a wide range of goods and services in Japan. Find out how ...

  Consumption tax, or sales tax, applies to a wide range of goods and services in Japan. Find out how much it is and what’s subject to tax in ...

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  November 19, 2024

  Learn Japanese Faster: 7 Underrated yet Effective Tools

  Books are great and all, but have you tried these tools yet? Here are seven alternative tools for le...

  Books are great and all, but have you tried these tools yet? Here are seven alternative tools for learning Japanese.

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  November 18, 2024

  Find Your Oasis: The Best Coworking Spaces in Osaka

  Working remotely in Osaka? Here are our top coworking space recommendations from various corners of ...

  Working remotely in Osaka? Here are our top coworking space recommendations from various corners of the city.

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  November 17, 2024

  Japanese Stamp Books: How to Start Collecting

  Have you heard about the stamp craze in Japan? Here’s all you need to know about Japanese stamp book...

  Have you heard about the stamp craze in Japan? Here’s all you need to know about Japanese stamp books and the types of stamps to collect.

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  November 8, 2024

  Respect the hustle: Having a side business in Japan

  Are foreigners working as engineers in Japan allowed to have side businesses? The short answer is ye...

  Are foreigners working as engineers in Japan allowed to have side businesses? The short answer is yes. But there are things to consider abou...

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  November 7, 2024

  From Google to Mujin: One Engineer's New Start in Japan

  Heman began his career as a software engineer at Google in the USA. But in 2023 he decided to leave...

  Heman began his career as a software engineer at Google in the USA. But in 2023 he decided to leave it all behind and move back to Japan. ...

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  October 25, 2024

  Visa Applications in Japan: A Guide for Employers and Applicants

  Curious about the Japanese visa application process? Check out our guide to learn the whole process...

  Curious about the Japanese visa application process? Check out our guide to learn the whole process: sponsorship, renewals, job changes and...

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  October 25, 2024

  Best Place To Retire in Japan? Our Lesser-known Recommendations

  Looking to retire in Japan but tired of the same old suggestions? Here are some lesser-known places ...

  Looking to retire in Japan but tired of the same old suggestions? Here are some lesser-known places that are great for the retired life.

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  October 25, 2024

  How to Learn Japanese: Tips, Tricks and Study Methods [2024 Guide]

  Learning Japanese is no easy task. But it will help you enjoy your time in Japan more and advance pr...

  Learning Japanese is no easy task. But it will help you enjoy your time in Japan more and advance professionally. So how can you study Japan...

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  October 24, 2024

  All about Japan's Family Registry (Koseki Tohon and Shohon)

  Japan's family registry system is called “Koseki” (戸籍)” in Japan. In this post, we'll outline what y...

  Japan's family registry system is called “Koseki” (戸籍)” in Japan. In this post, we'll outline what you need to know about the Koseki system,...

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  October 24, 2024

  From Boarding School to Waseda University: My Education in Japan

  Going to school in Japan is a unique experience. But you might be wondering if you should go to univ...

  Going to school in Japan is a unique experience. But you might be wondering if you should go to university in Japan, or get an undergraduate...