How much do people earn in Japan? After decades of almost flat pay, Japanese wages have been rising faster than at any time in a generation. This guide uses the latest official figures, from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s Basic Survey on Wage Structure for 2025, published in 2026, to show the average …
Japanese boy names are more than sounds. Almost every name is written in kanji, and the characters chosen give it a meaning, sometimes several. Two boys called Haruto may have entirely different names on paper: one written with characters meaning “sun” and “soar”, the other with “spring” and “person”. This guide explains how Japanese boy …
You’re on the right track if you are considering applying for a software developer job in Japan. Read on as we offer you information on jobs in software development in Japan – in front, back, and full stack. While having bilingual proficiency in Japanese is an added advantage, it’s worth noting that there is also …
Business culture in Japan rewards people who prepare, listen and take the long view. Formality, respect for hierarchy and a strong preference for harmony shape almost every part of Japanese work culture, from the way a first meeting opens to the way a contract is finally approved. None of this is mysterious once you know …
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Are you curious about the stories of the two greatest katana sword makers? Do you want to know about the history of Japanese katana? Ok, then get ready to listen to the most exciting story of two famous sword makers of Japan. Their names were Masamune and Muramasa. And the most exciting thing about them …
It is not always so easy to decide a name for someone, it is a complex task because it involves a mixture of influences, and it may not seem like it, but both writing and phonetics are also important methods used when it comes to being sure that the most appropriate name has been given. …
It is Saturday night, you meet your friends in this new sushi restaurant, and all the people at the table are hungry and waiting to eat some Japanese cuisine. When the meal arrives, you and your friends taste the sushi and wonder why you could never do the same at home. Then you ask the …
The desire to learn a new language should not be forced, much less out of obligation, it must be something that comes from you, and thanks to globalization and the internet, learning different languages and new cultures has never been easier. In addition to being a huge differential, you may also be able to live …
Anime is the word for animation produced in Japan, and it is often mistaken for a single genre. It is a medium, just like live-action film, and it covers everything from children’s adventures to horror, romance, sport, science fiction and adult drama. That range is why lists of the most popular anime look so different …
As an avid traveler, surely you haven’t overlooked Japan, not even in the slightest. No explorer, such as yourself, should take pride in themselves without stepping foot in this cultural and, for the worst and best reasons, historic landmark. Made out of more than 6000 islands, the Japanese archipelago offers a great deal of swimming …