Job Resources
Obtaining employment in Japan requires both clearly stated, marketable skills directly related to the job being sought and personal introductions.
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Business and Networking
With the right qualifications and connections, an interview may be only a formality. Without them, the best efforts may not be enough to even obtain an interview.
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Employment Trends
Consumer confidence continues to worsen and the Japanese government has lowered its assessment on consumer household spending to "almost flat" from "firm"
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Information Technology
IT companies are benefiting from increased investment in technology and infrastructure as the manufacturing and financial sectors prepare to meet growing demand.
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Resume/CVs
When approaching a Japanese company, the rirekisho, a simple date and location Japanese resume, should be handwritten by the job seeker in Japanese, if possible.
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Engineering
Japan is currently facing a situation in which there is a growing relative scarcity of engineering talent at all levels as demand outstrips supply.
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Interviewing Advice
The purpose of interviews held by Japanese companies is not only to determine whether a candidate is qualified for a particular position, but also to determine if the applicant will fit into the company.
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Accounting and Finance
Conditions in the banking industry are good and are expected to remain so, as overseas banks and securities firms are expanding aggressively in Japan.
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Work Permits/Visas
All applications for work permits or visas must be processed through a local embassy or consulate in the jobseekers country of residence.
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Sales & Marketing
The Hudson survey of Japanese executives reports a generally weak media market that is expecting a lower rate of employment growth than most sectors.
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Cultural Advice
Expatriates who want to obtain employment in Japan need to have an understanding of, and respect for, this ancient culture and its people.
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