3 things to confirm before joining Japanese company
Is it likely that you will join a Japanese company? Working cultures and practices may differ between Japanese and Western companies. Let's organize the points to check in advance. The first point is to clarify the scope of work. Employment contracts in Japan often do not clarify the scope of work. Perhaps if you ask […]
5 things you shouldn't ask in a Japanese job interview
Is there anything I shouldn't ask when hiring Japanese people? Japan doesn't have as many taboo questions as the West, but I would like to introduce five things that you should be aware of. First of all, it is rude to listen deeply about whether you are married or not. I think it's universal, but […]
When is the right time to bow in an office or interview in Japan?
When is the right time to bow in an office or interview in Japan? I know how to bow, but many foreigners don't know when to do it. Bowing is a kind of etiquette in Japan. Even Japanese people do it unconsciously and naturally, so sometimes they don't remember when to do it. Now let's […]
When can we start wage negotiations in Japan?
I hear from foreigners that they don't know when to negotiate wages while working for a Japanese company. Many foreigners do not know when to negotiate, even if they think the wages are cheap. Is it permissible to suddenly call my boss to negotiate wages? Isn't it rude? Would you like to have such a […]
5 Manners of Japanese job interview you must know
Here are five manners to keep in mind when you have a job interview in Japan. １）Taking a bow It is a Japanese interview tradition to bow at the beginning of an interview. Of course, if you are a foreigner, you will not give a bad impression even if you do not bow, but you […]
How to take a lot of annual paid vacation in Japan
How can I get a lot of paid vacation in Japan? I think foreigners have such troubles as well. First of all, in terms of the number of days granted by law, the minimum number of days granted is usually 10 days after 6 months (with conditions such as commuting rate). However, this is the […]
How old is the retirement age in Japan now? How old will it be in the future?
How old is the retirement age in Japan now? How old will it be in the future? You may be concerned about the retirement age of Japan in an aging society. First of all, the retirement age in Japan is 60 years old. However, for the next five years, as a general rule, it is […]
What is the TOEIC score required for managers in Japan?
Indicators for measuring English proficiency vary from country to country. In Japan, the TOEIC test has been famous for a long time since around 2000. Many college students take the TOEIC test to get a job and appeal to themselves. The English test (STEP) is also famous, but it is not suitable for business, and […]
Can the company buy paid leave in Japan with money?
Can company buy paid leave in Japan with money? The answer is no. Many Japanese companies do not buy your remaining vacation rights. This is not legally obligatory, and the company does not dare to give any benefit to buy the right. In the case of United States and Western companies, it is common for […]
Is the Bonus(incentive) Negotiable In Japanese Company?
Is the performance bonus(incentive) negotiable in Japanese company? Many foreigners may be wondering if bonuses, the so-called Short term incentives, can be negotiated in Japan. The simple answer is that in the case of traditional Japanese companies, it might be quite difficult to negotiate the bonus amount itself in Japan. This is because the bonus […]