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Are You Building a Career or Just Living in Japan?

Living in Japan is different from building a career there. Learn how foreign workers can develop skills, improve their Japanese, and plan their long-term career in Japan. The post...

The Real Cost of Living in Tokyo on an English Teacher’s Salary

Tokyo is one of the most exciting cities in the world to live in. It’s safe, clean, efficient, and full of culture. That’s a big reason why so many foreigners start their journey w...

Best Cities in Japan for English Teachers (Cost vs Salary)

Many people imagine moving straight to Tokyo when they think about teaching English and working in Japan. It’s the country’s largest city, the center of business, and the place whe...

Why Japan Needs More Foreign Workers Than Ever

Why does Japan need foreign workers? Learn about Japan's labor shortage, in-demand industries, and opportunities for foreigners. The post Why Japan Needs More Foreign Workers Than...

Why Your Second Job in Japan Is More Important Than Your First

For many foreigners, getting that first job in Japan feels like the finish line.  After months of applying, interviewing, gathering documents, and waiting for a visa, finally landi...

Why Filipino migrants are rethinking their futures in Japan

When Japan’s embassy in the Philippines extended applications for healthcare jobs on April 15, the pitch was straightforward: 50 positions for nurses and 300 for care workers in Ja...

Can You Save Money Teaching English in Japan?

Can you save money teaching English in Japan? Learn how salary, location, housing, spending habits, and career growth affect your ability to save. The post Can You Save Money Teach...

A Guide to Job Titles and Corporate Structure in Japan

Japanese job titles can be confusing if you're new to working in Japan but are the key to understanding a company's structure and how to address colleagues in the workplace. This h...

Japan’s growing taishoku daikЕЌ industry lets workers pay a proxy to notify their employer and handle&hell...

Japan’s growing taishoku daikō industry lets workers pay a proxy to notify their employer and handle...

Как надо и не надо искать IT-работу в Японии

Как искать работу в Японии: где смотреть вакансии, как составлять резюме, общаться с рекрутёрами и готовиться к собеседованиям. Я закончил языковую школу в Японии, прошёл около 30...

The Hidden Learning Curve of Moving to Japan

When people think about moving to Japan, the first challenge that usually comes to mind is language. Japanese is often seen as the main barrier. For many, it’s the thing you need t...

Japan to raise income requirements for skilled foreign professionals

Finished ALTing? Here’s How to Put Your Experience on a Japanese Resume

Finished ALTing? Learn how to present your experience on a Japanese resume and position yourself for your next career in Japan. The post Finished ALTing? Here’s How to Put Your Exp...

Building Your Community in Japan Through Skateboarding

Thinking of skateboarding in Japan? See how it can lead to friendships, language practice, and a deeper connection to Japanese life. The post Building Your Community in Japan Throu...

Average Salary in Japan and Tokyo: Complete Guide 2026

Japan’s average annual salary is ¥4.78 million (~$30,250 USD), a record in the National Tax Agency’s latest survey. Tokyo pays the most: its ¥1,226 hourly minimum wage is set to ri...

What Changes When Japan Stops Feeling Like a New Country

Japan won’t feel like an adventure forever. Here's how your career, relationships, and priorities may change as you build a life there. The post What Changes When Japan Stops Feeli...

Japan’s New Permanent-Residency Rules Would Demand Foreigners Out-Earn Most Japanese

Japan may soon raise the income requirements for permanent residency, shutting out most workers here from ever qualifying.

What happens to your visa if you lose or quit your job in Japan?

If you lose or quit your job in Japan, your visa is usually not canceled immediately. Learn the 14-day notice rule, the three-month risk, and how to change jobs safely. The post Wh...

The 180-day locals: Life on Japan’s digital nomad visa

Japan's small but growing ranks of digital nomads have embraced the opportunity to embed themselves in a Japanese life — and take advantage of a weak yen.

Probation periods in Japan: what employers can and cannot do

A practical guide to probation periods in Japan, including employee rights, employer limits, dismissal notice, fixed-term contracts, probation pay, and red flags to check before si...

“Katakana Hell”: The Culture Shocks Japan’s Asian Immigrants Actually Face

What surprises Asian immigrants in Japan? From corporate jargon to the country's famously indirect "no," there's a lot to navigate.

Why Some Eikaiwa Schools Are Better Than Others

Ask a group of foreign teachers about their experience at an eikaiwa in Japan and you’ll hear wildly different stories. One person describes supportive management, friendly student...

More foreign workers push Japan's overseas remittances to record high