what is job to eat（食っていける仕事） in Japan?
In Japan, they often ask, "Is that job, or qualification that you can eat?（食っていける） What does this mean? "It （食っていける）means a job or qualification that can maintain food expenses for the rest of their life. If you take it a little broader, it means a job or qualification that allows you to live a life […]
Is there any pros to work in Japanese company?
It seems that the number of foreigners who want to work in Japan is decreasing compared to the past. However, the number has not dropped sharply yet. The working conditions of every country where a person works has Pros and Cons. So we will consider Pros and Cons that you may think of when working […]
Why do 83% of Japanese full-time employees not want to be in managerial positions?
"Do you want to become a manager in the future?" "Do you want to become a manager in the future?" Then more than 80% of the respondents, 400 full-time employees in their 20s to 50s who do not have a job title, answered "I do not want to become a manager" (83.0%) by Japan manpower […]
Do I need a high score in TOEIC in Japan?
Answer is probably "Yes" if you work in Japan. TOEIC is an abbreviation for "Test Of English for International Communication". It's a famous English test in Japan and Korea, so many people may not know it well .IIBC Official English Site | IIBC (iibc-global.org) There are many meanings to taking TOEIC exam in Japan more […]
What is Japan's retirement agency service（退職支援代行） that surprises foreigners?
What is unique Japan's retirement agency service that surprises foreigners? As far as I know, there is no such agency business in the world. 【2021年最新版】退職代行ランキング｜話題のサービスから上位5社を厳選！ | クジゴジ (kuji-goji.com) 退職代行なら「EXIT」| 会社からの非常口はこちら (taishokudaikou.com) Retirement agency is service that handles retirement procedures on behalf of a worker when he or she wants to leave the company. Since around […]
How Bonuses Are calculated in Japan: Will You Receive One?
In Japan, bonuses are a key part of many employees' compensation packages, in addition to their regular monthly salary. Typically referred to as "bonuses" or "summer/winter bonuses," they are usually paid twice a year—in June and December. Bonuses in Japan are not legally mandated, meaning there is no obligation for employers to pay them under […]
Do I need to buy Omiyage（土産） for Japanese colleagues?
What is Omiyage(お土産)？ The "souvenir" is originally meaning a local product, and was called "tosan" or "dosan". The "souvenir" has a unique Japanese culture that is somewhat different from the foreign cultures you buy for yourself, such as "Gift". Japanese "souvenirs" are mainly bought to distribute to others, not yourself. Do I need to buy […]
What is Premium Friday in Japan? Can I go home early?
What is premium Friday in Japan? Premium Friday is a personal consumption promotion campaign initiated by the Government of Japan and the business community in 2017. Its purpose is to spend a little richer (premium) time than usual on Friday at the end of the month. Many companies recommend leaving the company at 13pm - […]
What is Japan’s Work Style Reform "Hatarakikata-Kaikaku" ?
Is Japan’s Work Style Reform a Success? Japan's work style reform has been a topic of great discussion in recent years. Established to address issues such as long working hours, declining labor productivity, and the need for a better work-life balance, the reform aims to modernize Japan’s workplace culture and improve overall employee well-being. But, […]
The top three reasons for changing jobs in Japan
According to DODA(Japanese recruiting service, 2019) the top three reasons for changing jobs for about 100,000 people who changed jobs during the year 2018 were 1st "I have another job I want to do" (14.7%) and 2nd "I am dissatisfied with my salary" (11.0%). , 3rd place was "Uncertain about the future of the company" […]