Passport to Working in Japan

Passport to Working in Japan is a must-have resource for anyone looking to live and work in Japan. Whether you are a student, recent graduate, experienced professional, or senior executive, if you want to move to Japan, this is the book for you!

Based on the author¿s personal journey from the United States to Tokyo as well as insights from dozens of current Japan-based expats, you can learn how to succeed in the Land of the Rising Sun from people who have actually done it. From finding a job to becoming comfortable with the Japanese language and work culture, Passport to Working in Japan covers all the topics you need to know in order to begin the next exciting chapter of your career!

HIGHLIGHTS
Helpful for All Audiences

Whether you are a student, recent graduate, experienced professional, or senior executive, if you want to live in Japan, this is the book for you.

Covers All Aspects of Living and Working in Japan

From finding a job to getting a visa, from moving to Japan to managing workplace politics, this book covers everything you need to know about working in Japan.

Includes Insights from Current Expats in Japan

Learn how to succeed from people who have done it.

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS BOOK
Getting a Job in Japan

Regardless of where you are in your career, this book will provide you with the necessary advice, tips, and resources for you to find your ideal full-time job, part-time job, teaching position, or internship in Japan!

Understanding Japanese Business Culture

Japanese business practices are likely to be quite different from what you are used to in your home country. Discover how to excel in the Japanese office environment so that you will be best prepared to succeed in your new position!

Learning Japanese

Japanese is one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn. Find out about the best tools, textbooks, study methods, practice partners, immersion programs, and proficiency tests to quickly improve your fluency in Japanese!

Living in Tokyo

As a foreigner, you will have the highest chance of finding work in Tokyo, so it is important for you to get acquainted with your potential new home. Discover the best areas to live in town, how to make local and expat friends, and what you need to do when you move to and leave Japan!

... And Much More

Additional topics covered in this book include:

• Applying for Japanese Visas: Get an overview of Japanese visas and the entire application process
• Starting a Company in Japan: What decisions do you need to make and documents do you need to submit to start a company in Japan?
• Finding Apartments: Get a headstart in the competitive Japanese rental market with our insights
• Speaking Business Japanese: Learn the key Japanese business phrases that you need to know to survive in the challenging and often confusing Japanese office environment
• Attending the Boston Career Forum: Get insights and tips to stand out from the crowds at Career Forum events for people from abroad who want to work in Japan
• Working with Recruiters in Japan: Working with recruiters is a wonderful way to find new jobs in Japan - find out which recruiters to approach and how to work with them effectively
• Teaching English in the JET Programme and language schools: Want to teach English in Japan? Discover how to apply to the JET Programme and other language schools and make your application stand out from the pile
• Negotiating Work Contracts: Learn how to get the mos

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