Japan Corner

Transportation in Japan: An Intro to Getting Around in Japan

Public transportation in Japan is often lauded as being one of the best in the world. With its small size and extensive web of efficient transport systems, including the bullet trains (Shinkansen), Japan is undoubtedly one of the world’s easiest places to travel! However, while relying solely on the incredible bullet trains is tempting, you’ll potentially miss out on traveling

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Common Japanese Greetings – Learn How to Greet in Japan

Learning the common greetings of any language is the first step in learning the language. Let us discuss common Japanese greetings and their origins, which will help you not only interact with the natives but also integrate into Japanese society. Some English speakers find Learning Japanese challenging. The grammar rules are completely different from English, and kanji seems challenging to

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Finding English Teaching Jobs in Japan

A quick search online for “English teaching jobs in Japan for foreigners” will unleash a tidal wave of confusing words and nonsensical terms. ALT? … JET? …. Eikaiwa? So, what does it all mean? And what should I be searching for to get an English teaching job in Japan? As Japan aims to internationalize, the need to introduce a more

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Japan’s Unspoken and Unwritten Rules: 21 Tips to Navigate Life in Japan

Japan is a society of many unspoken and unwritten rules. People here grow up with these prevalent Japanese unspoken rules, which parents and teachers directly or indirectly teach. However, as a foreigner, it’s vital to understand these rules to better integrate with Japanese society. We call Japan’s rules and etiquette “unwritten and unspoken” because, though they are spoken inside society,

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Japanese Communication Style: It’s More than Knowing the Language

The Japanese language is very different from most other languages. However, the differences are not merely because of the language; they are more related to the Japanese communication style and etiquette. Japanese communication is not just about knowing the language but also about knowing and using various communication protocols. There are various styles and protocols when it comes to Japanese

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