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6 Types of Students Language Teachers Will Meet in Japan
If “Teaching English in Japanese High Schools” were a movie, these six characters would get the lead roles.
By Alex Rickert on June 21, 2018
After the Quake: Two Years on, Kumamoto Stands Strong
Kumamoto’s beauty has been forever altered by the 2016 earthquake. Nevertheless, follow the locals’ unwavering strength and help the prefecture by making it a destination on your next trip to Kyushu.
By Cara Lam on June 20, 2018
Visa Basics: Instructor Versus Specialist in Humanities and International Services
GaijinPot investigates two common types of visas for teachers in Japan that cause the most confusion.
By Matthew Coslett on June 19, 2018
6 Spots to Get a Bird’s Eye View of the Shibuya Scramble Crossing
A brand new observation deck is just one of the options for scoping out the world-famous intersection from above.
By Joshua Meyer on June 15, 2018
Cheat Sheet: Moving up to Intermediate Japanese with a New Verb Ending
GaijinPot offers advice for moving from the ない (not) to the ず (not doing) suffix — and helps you ti answer trick test questions in the process.
By Matthew Coslett on June 14, 2018
Beat the Heat: 5 Cool Destinations to Escape to from Tokyo this Summer
Get out of the city, explore Japan and refresh yourself — but start planning now.
By Liam Carrigan on June 13, 2018
5 Cool James Bond Movie Locations You Can Visit in Japan
If 007 only lives twice and you only live once, then you better add these travel spots to your bucket list.
By Joshua Meyer on June 8, 2018
Get Behind the Wheel of a Lucrative Career in Japan with Military Auto Source
If you like the sound of being your own boss while supporting those who serve, check out this little-known, high-income position on US military bases in Japan.
By Josh Fields on June 7, 2018
9 Onsen in Hokkaido Where Men and Women Can Bathe Together
Hokkaido is an island blessed with an abundance of natural goodies like seafood, snow sports — and skinny dipping with friends!
By Natsuko Mazany on June 6, 2018
Hopes and Dreams: Japan at the World Cup 2018
As Japan’s Samurai Blue head to the FIFA World Cup once again, here’s how you, your school and your community can use its teaching moments and be a part of the action.
By Liam Carrigan on June 5, 2018
5 Free Mobile Games that Can Improve Your Basic Japanese
Looking to liven up your time spent studying Japanese? Step up your game with these, well, games.
By Victoria Mason on June 1, 2018
7 Reasons Driving a Taxi in Japan is the Best Job You’ve Never Considered Before
A high salary, amazing experiences and freedom are just some of the sweet benefits of being a taxi driver with Hinomaru.