Now that you are on the way to the airport to head to Japan, it’s time to take a look at what to do before you arrive at your departure airport and when you arrive in Japan. As mentioned in the previous article (Part 1) Before Leaving: What Should I Pack and Prepare?, you should complete three main procedures at the airport. In this article, we will look at how to do them. Think of this article as a simulation at the airport!
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If you’re ready to start your study abroad journey in Japan, particularly more than 6 months, pay attention!
If you’re not fond of making plans (as I am), I recommend you pay closer attention.
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What better way to practice your Japanese listening and comprehension skills than by watching Japanese shows! Learning Japanese by watching Japanese shows is a relaxing and entertaining way to study. However, with so many services available, finding a service with the shows you want to watch at a decent price is a pain. Let us help you here!
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The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme has become an increasingly popular way for those interested in Japan to experience its rich culture through living and working in Japan. Here is what you need to know about being an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) while on JET and what a placement in Hyogo Prefecture has to offer.
Have you heard of Akita Prefecture?
Located in the north-eastern Tohoku region of Japan, it is the 6th largest prefecture in Japan. Akita Prefecture is located in the region marked as ‘5’ in the image below. It is surrounded by four prefectures: Aomori Prefecture – ‘2’; Iwate Prefecture – ‘3’; Miyagi Prefecture – ‘4’; and Yamagata Prefecture – ‘6’.
Are you thinking of becoming an ALT (Assistant Language Teacher) in Japan? Do you want to move to Japan to work as an ALT in the near future?
In this article, we will briefly talk about what an ALT is and what they do in their role. We also talk about the merits of being an ALT. We will point out some things you might want to keep in mind if you are going to come to Japan to work as an ALT too.
So, you’re going to Japan to study abroad. You must be excited, nervous, and maybe even a little bit concerned.
Especially if it is your first time in Japan, you may be wondering what you can expect from living in the country long-term.
In this article, we will be breaking down some of the most surprising aspects of life in Japan as a student.
These were all considered and chosen by those who have had experience studying abroad in Tokyo.
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Are you interested in living and working in Japan? Even if your Japanese ability is limited, there may be a job position that is right for you. There are, in fact, many industries that are welcoming to international residents in Japan.
In this article, we will go over the trends of employment among foreign residents, as well as five industries that many foreign residents work in.
Let’s get started!
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Did you know that the job hunting process is quite different between Japan and other countries?
In today’s article, we will go over some of the most frequently asked questions that internationals in Japan want to know when applying for jobs.
Let’s get started!
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Are you planning on living and/or working in Japan? Then you’re going to need a visa.
There are 27 different types of visas for entering Japan. The type of visa you need will depend on how long you’ll be staying in Japan, the work you’ll be doing, the kind of work, and other factors.
In this article, we will be explaining to you the details about Japanese Visas. After reading this article, you should know which Visa you should apply for.
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