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Browse posts about relocating to Japan for software devs & tech folks

January 27, 2026
Japanese Certificate of Eligibility: An Easy Guide to Get One
Learn how to get a Japanese Certificate of Eligibility with this easy guide. All information about a...
Learn how to get a Japanese Certificate of Eligibility with this easy guide. All information about a Japanese CoE can be found here!
January 23, 2026
Driving With An International Driving Permit (IDP) In Japan: Who Is Safe To Drive?
Using an International Driving Permit can be a great way for visitors to explore Japan, but what abo...
Using an International Driving Permit can be a great way for visitors to explore Japan, but what about foreign residents?
January 21, 2026
How to Get a Startup Visa in Japan: Complete Guide [2026]
Planning to launch your business in Japan? Learn everything about the startup visa Japan program, fr...
Planning to launch your business in Japan? Learn everything about the startup visa Japan program, from application requirements to transitio...
January 20, 2026
Government-subsidized Housing in Japan: Options and Tips
Your guide to Japan's housing subsidies: Rent assistance, green home grants, and cash incentives to ...
Your guide to Japan's housing subsidies: Rent assistance, green home grants, and cash incentives to leave the city life behind, explained.
December 9, 2025
Study in Japan on a MEXT scholarship: What to know and how to apply
One of the best ways to study in Japan is the MEXT scholarship. Given out by the Japanese government...
One of the best ways to study in Japan is the MEXT scholarship. Given out by the Japanese government, you can have a full ride to get a degr...
November 13, 2025
Landing My First Developer Job As a Coding Bootcamp Grad: Alternative Approaches to the Resume Grind
Lately, it’s not easy to land a job in the industry. But what about Japan? Is there still a chance t...
Lately, it’s not easy to land a job in the industry. But what about Japan? Is there still a chance to land software engineering roles withou...
October 20, 2025
Apartment Rules in Japan (and How to Avoid Breaking Them)
Master Japanese living with these apartment rules and avoid noise complaints with our top neighbor-f...
Master Japanese living with these apartment rules and avoid noise complaints with our top neighbor-friendly tips.
August 4, 2025
Japan Permanent Residency Points Explained: A Detailed Guide
Learn about how Japan's permanent residency points are determined in this easy-to-understand guide f...
Learn about how Japan's permanent residency points are determined in this easy-to-understand guide for those wanting PR in Japan in 3 years ...
July 11, 2025
My Experience with the Japanese Digital Nomad Visa
What started as a spontaneous trip sparked by a video game turned into a life-changing six-month sta...
What started as a spontaneous trip sparked by a video game turned into a life-changing six-month stay in Japan, thanks to the new Digital No...
June 19, 2025
Moving to Japan on the J-Find Visa: A Complete Guide for 2025
The J-Find visa allows recent graduates to job-seek or start a business in Japan. This article revie...
The J-Find visa allows recent graduates to job-seek or start a business in Japan. This article reviews the requirements, application process...
May 26, 2025
Where Do Most Foreigners Live in Japan?
Explore the biggest foreigner communities and find out where most foreigners live in Japan.
Explore the biggest foreigner communities and find out where most foreigners live in Japan.
May 12, 2025
A Japanese Company with Foreign Leadership? How Colorkrew Built a Global Engineering Team
Insights on hiring, career growth & why Colorkrew is a top tech employer in Japan! Discover how they...
Insights on hiring, career growth & why Colorkrew is a top tech employer in Japan! Discover how they built an inclusive, globally competitiv...
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 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 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 ...
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...
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. ...
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...
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
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.
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
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...
October 25, 2024
外国人エンジニア雇用時のビザ申請方法・パターン別に徹底解説！
【ビザ申請のコツ】海外在住？転職？更新？全パターンを解説 🌏 外国籍エンジニアの雇用を考えている企業向けに、役立つ情報が満載！🚀
【ビザ申請のコツ】海外在住？転職？更新？全パターンを解説 🌏 外国籍エンジニアの雇用を考えている企業向けに、役立つ情報が満載！🚀
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...
July 5, 2024
Taking the leap: How to move from the U.S. to Japan
There are many ways to move to Japan from the U.S. Japan Dev can help you land that job from abroad....
There are many ways to move to Japan from the U.S. Japan Dev can help you land that job from abroad. From there, you have to decide what typ...
June 27, 2024
“The Alchemist”: Interview with Angelica Wang
An interview with Angelica Wang, the Customer Success Manager at Japan Dev. She shares her journey o...
An interview with Angelica Wang, the Customer Success Manager at Japan Dev. She shares her journey of coming to Japan through JET, getting i...
May 29, 2024
How long is a flight to Japan from the USA? Flight times by city [2025]
Flying from the US to Tokyo? Here’s how long a flight can take on average from the US’s top 11 depar...
Flying from the US to Tokyo? Here’s how long a flight can take on average from the US’s top 11 departure locations to Japan’s Capital.
April 26, 2024
Getting a "Juminhyo" in Japan: How to Obtain Your Residence Record
Getting a copy of your resident records ("juminhyo") issued is something you’ll eventually have to d...
Getting a copy of your resident records ("juminhyo") issued is something you’ll eventually have to do in Japan. Read to find out all the way...
April 23, 2024
Haneda vs Narita: Which Tokyo Airport Is Better?
Like many major capitals, Tokyo has two airports: The older Haneda, and the younger, bigger Narita. ...
Like many major capitals, Tokyo has two airports: The older Haneda, and the younger, bigger Narita. So, which one is the better choice? Let’...