Personal accounts of working in Japan, told by people living it.
Meet Lauren H, originally from Southern California and previously working as a graphic designer. After spending a short period living in Japan years ago and falling in love with the lifestyle, Lauren returned to Japan last year after finding a great organization to work for. Lauren’s story shows one of the smoothest paths: get a
Meet Kieth, a Chinese professional who has lived in Japan for over 10 years and now works as an IT consultant at a consulting firm in Tokyo. From Japanese-style application forms to daily client meetings, this interview shows what jobs in Japan can look like in a high-skill field, and what helped Kieth build a
Meet Ang, originally from Canada, who has been living in Japan for about a year and a half. Ang works at a Tokyo startup as a developer, supporting services and content that help foreigners come to Japan. This work interview is for anyone searching work in Japan, jobs in Japan, how to find a job
Meet Will Bennett, originally from Sydney, Australia, who has been living in Japan since August 2024. Will works in Tokyo in digital marketing as a videographer and video editor, creating content and appearing on camera as talent. This work interview is for anyone searching work in Japan or jobs in Japan and wondering what it
Meet Tobias, originally from the United Kingdom, who has been living in Japan since February 2019. Tobias works in media as a writer and editor, and his story gives a clear look at what daily work life in Japan actually feels like—from deadlines and editing tone, to job hunting platforms, to the small cultural differences
Meet Lin, born in Singapore and raised by Malaysian parents. She later switched nationality to Singaporean at 21. Lin didn’t move to Japan through a long-term plan or a company transfer. The move started after leaving a corporate job in Singapore that didn’t feel interesting anymore, taking a solo trip to Japan, and realizing Japan
Allow us to introduce you to Tobias! He has been working as a writer and editor for over a decade, and is here today to take you through his process of moving to Japan. Like everyone’s journey, his was unique, but hopefully you will be able to glean some insights into not only that it’s
When you get a new apartment, one of the most important things to do is set up your gas, water, and electricity bills. Luckily, the real estate agency I worked with was kind enough to send through the details necessary to get my lights turned one my water running, and my stove lit. But one
Moving to Japan and starting a new job can feel both exciting and daunting. When I first arrived, I joined a company with a Western owner but a workplace culture that was very much rooted in Japanese traditions. Below, I’ll share my observations, experiences, and insights on what you can generally expect when working in
When I first received a job offer in Japan, I felt both excitement and anxiety. I quickly realized that a job offer and a plane ticket alone wouldn’t be enough—I needed an official work visa. Obtaining a visa in Japan can be a lengthy process, so here’s my personal experience, along with practical tips to