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Career Development - Blog Posts

Browse posts about building your tech career in Japan

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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. ...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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.
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
August 2, 2024
Comprehensive Guide to Childcare Options 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 ...
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 ...