Work & Money
Articles about working in Japan, including job hunting, workplace culture, salaries, taxes, and financial systems. This category focuses on the real experiences of foreigners navigating employment and money-related matters in Japan.
Japan’s Digital Nomad Visa: The “No Residence Card” Trap
Japan’s Moving Cost Trap: Why You Need 5 Months’ Rent Upfront
Japan’s “Black Industry” Warning: 5 Sectors Where Unpaid Overtime is the Norm (Industries where “Service Zangyo” traps foreigners.)
Have you ever heard the term “Service Zangyo” (サービス残業)? To a newcomer in Japan, it sounds polite. “Service” usually means something free or extra given to a customer, right? Wrong. In the Japanese workplace, “Service Zangyo” means Unpaid Overtime. It is the act of working hours you are not paid for. It is illegal, yet […]
The “Money Code” 2026: Japan’s Highest Paying Programming Languages
Introduction: The “Tech Stack” Gap In the Japanese IT market, your salary is not just about how good you are. It is about supply and demand. According to the latest data from major Japanese recruitment agencies (Levtech, Paiza), there is a clear trend: “Modern & Scarce” languages pay significantly more than “Legacy & Common” ones. […]
No Degree? No Problem. The 2026 Visa Guide for High School & Vocational Grads
Introduction: The “Bachelor’s Degree” Myth “Can I work in Japan without a university degree?” The short answer is: YES. For decades, Japan’s immigration policy was strictly “Degree Holders Only.” But as the labor shortage gets worse, the doors have opened. However, the rules are different for Vocational Graduates (Senmon-shi) and High School Graduates. You need […]
The Ultimate Japan Visa Guide 2026: Which “Ticket” Can You Get?
Introduction: The “Entry Fee” to Japan You want to move to Japan? The Japanese Immigration system is a gatekeeper asking one question: “What is your value?” Whether you are a fresh graduate, a wealthy entrepreneur, or a sushi chef, there is a specific door for you. But the rules are complex, and the “best” visa […]
Japan’s Salary Reality 2025: Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs for Foreigners (And The “English Teacher” Trap)
Introduction: The “Cheap Japan” Paradox Japan is currently the world’s favorite travel destination. Why? Because it is incredibly cheap—for tourists holding Dollars or Euros. But if you live here and earn Japanese Yen, the reality is very different. Inflation is rising, electricity bills are soaring, but salaries for the average worker remain stagnant. If you […]
