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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  March 5, 2025

  An Essential Guide to Offer Meetings in Japan

  Learn what to expect in a job offer meeting in Japan. Prepare, handle negotiations, and accept/decli...

  Learn what to expect in a job offer meeting in Japan. Prepare, handle negotiations, and accept/decline offers effectively with sample emails...

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  March 5, 2025

  How to Take the Perfect Japanese Resume Photo

  Did you know that Japanese resumes include a photo? Read our guide to get the perfect resume picture...

  Did you know that Japanese resumes include a photo? Read our guide to get the perfect resume picture taken, or learn to do it yourself.

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  March 5, 2025

  Employer of Record (EOR) in Japan: A Guide for 2025

  An employer of record service helps companies expand into new markets, but is it without risks? Here...

  An employer of record service helps companies expand into new markets, but is it without risks? Here’s everything to know about EOR in Japan...

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  March 5, 2025

  Employee Benefits in Japan: An Overview

  Employee benefits aren’t just about vacation days in Japan. Read all about the mandatory and optiona...

  Employee benefits aren’t just about vacation days in Japan. Read all about the mandatory and optional benefits companies offer.

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  March 3, 2025

  Top University Exchange Programs in Japan for Science Degrees

  Looking to study science in Japan? Explore the top university exchange programs in Japan for any sci...

  Looking to study science in Japan? Explore the top university exchange programs in Japan for any science degree majors with this list.

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  February 27, 2025

  What It’s Like Joining a Coding Bootcamp in Japan

  Coding bootcamps are everywhere, and Tokyo is no exception! Learn more from a bootcamp graduate who ...

  Coding bootcamps are everywhere, and Tokyo is no exception! Learn more from a bootcamp graduate who successfully found an engineering job in...

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  February 27, 2025

  Top Coworking Spaces in Karuizawa, Japan

  Looking for the best place to work and vacation? Karuizawa has you covered! Here are the top workcat...

  Looking for the best place to work and vacation? Karuizawa has you covered! Here are the top workcation and coworking spots in town.

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  February 13, 2025

  Working Remotely From Kyoto: What’s It Like?

  Tired of living in Tokyo? This is what it’s like to move across the country and start a new life, al...

  Tired of living in Tokyo? This is what it’s like to move across the country and start a new life, all while working remotely.

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  February 13, 2025

  How to Read a Payslip in Japan

  As a foreign employee in Japan, learning to read your payslip is crucial. Read our breakdown to unde...

  As a foreign employee in Japan, learning to read your payslip is crucial. Read our breakdown to understand what it all means.

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  February 13, 2025

  How to Prepare for Casual Interviews in Japan: Pro Tips from Career Coach

  All you need to know to ace your next casual interview in Japan. Learn what to expect, how to prepar...

  All you need to know to ace your next casual interview in Japan. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and expert tips to succeed.

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  February 13, 2025

  The Art of Being On Time: Why Punctuality is Revered in Japan

  Punctuality is one of the core principles of life in Japan. Read our guide to Japanese time manageme...

  Punctuality is one of the core principles of life in Japan. Read our guide to Japanese time management to find out all about it.

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  February 13, 2025

  Change of Status of Residence in Japan: A How-to Guide

  As a foreign resident, your visa and residence status can change due to various reasons. Here’s all ...

  As a foreign resident, your visa and residence status can change due to various reasons. Here’s all about changing your status of residence ...

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  February 13, 2025

  Common Residence Card and Visa Issues in Japan (And How to Avoid Them)

  Visa issues are among a foreigner’s most stressful things to deal with. Here are all common visa and...

  Visa issues are among a foreigner’s most stressful things to deal with. Here are all common visa and residence card issues, and how to resol...

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  February 13, 2025

  Social and Employment Insurance in Japan: A Guide for Foreigners

  Wondering what social protection you’ll receive as a company employee in Japan? Here are social and ...

  Wondering what social protection you’ll receive as a company employee in Japan? Here are social and labor insurance types, explained.

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  February 13, 2025

  Pension in Japan: What Foreign Workers Need to Know

  Pension insurance covers you in old age and disability. Read to find out all about the pension syste...

  Pension insurance covers you in old age and disability. Read to find out all about the pension system in Japan.

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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...