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Surviving the Enkai: How to Prepare for Japanese Drinking Culture at Work
Whether you love drinking with colleagues or hate it, it’s a necessary part of life in Japan. Here are some tips to get you through your first — or next — work party.
By Alfie Blincowe on September 13, 2018
2018 Top Jobs in Japan Week 36
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By GaijinPot Blog on September 3, 2018
Understanding the Japanese Pension System Part 3/3: How Do I Collect?
A breakdown of how to get the money you are entitled to after contributing to the Japanese pension scheme. Whether you plan to retire here or are leaving Japan or your home country — this guide is for you.
By Alfie Blincowe on August 31, 2018
Understanding the Japanese Pension System Part 2/3: What Will I Pay?
Whether you work in Japan for a limited or extended period of time, here’s a breakdown of the amount you will contribute to the pension plan and what you can expect to get out of it.
By Alfie Blincowe on August 24, 2018
Accentuate the Positive: Using Different Styles of English in the Classroom
Your English accent is a part of your teacher DNA so make it a part of your lessons, too.
By Liam Carrigan on August 21, 2018
2018 Top Jobs in Japan Week 33
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By GaijinPot Blog on August 13, 2018
Black Flag: How to Avoid Working for a Shady Japanese Company
It’s important to draw the line between working hard and being deviously overworked by a company that may want to bend the rules by manipulating new or junior employees. Here are some tips.
By Alfie Blincowe on August 8, 2018
2018 Top Jobs in Japan Week 32
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By GaijinPot Blog on August 6, 2018
Understanding the Japanese Pension System Part 1/3: What Is It and How Does It Work?
A pension explanation that won’t leave your head spinning.
By Alfie Blincowe on August 2, 2018
2018 Top Jobs in Japan Week 31
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By GaijinPot Blog on July 30, 2018
Teaching Japanese Kindergartners: 4 Reasons It’s Not as Scary as You Think
While most people first start looking for English teaching jobs in Japan that cater to adults and older teens, teaching young children has its benefits, too.
By Alfie Blincowe on July 24, 2018
2018 Top Jobs in Japan Week 30
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