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Create Comics in Kyoto: A Deep Dive into Kyoto Seika University’s Bachelor of Manga Studies
Kyoto has always been a city where tradition and creativity dance together. Today that spirit drives Kyoto Seika University’s Faculty of Manga—the world’s first dedicated manga faculty—where you can turn a love of sequential art into a globally recognised bachelor’s degree. Whether you dream of publishing in Weekly Shōnen Jump or launching a web‑comic read across continents, Seika’s Manga Studies program gives […]
Job-Based Employment in Japan: A Practical Guide for International Students Navigating the New Career Landscape
Japan’s traditional “membership‑type” employment once promised lifetime security, slow but steady salary increases and company‑led career rotation. Yet as globalization, digitalization and labor shortages converge, many firms now advertise job‑based positions that reward skills over seniority. For international students planning to study—and eventually work—in Japan, understanding this historic shift is essential. The good news? It opens clearer, […]
Gaishikei Advantage: How International Students Can Secure High-Impact Careers at Foreign-Affiliated Companies in Japan
For many international students in Japan, the typical image of “shūshoku katsudō” (job‑hunting) revolves around rows of identical black suits, strictly scheduled spring interviews, and heaps of handwritten entry sheets aimed at domestic conglomerates. Yet a parallel universe exists just beyond that well‑trodden path: more than 7,300 foreign‑affiliated companies—known locally as “gaishikei” firms—operate in the […]
Navigating Japan’s Domestic Companies: Job-Hunting Calendar, Culture, and Skills for International Students
Japan’s white-collar employers value long-term commitment, advance planning, and polished communication. International students therefore need a strategy that blends cultural awareness with proven job-search tactics. Designed especially for new graduates and soon-to-be graduates, the following guide walks you through every critical step—from understanding Japan’s unique recruiting calendar to securing the correct work visa—so you can […]
Landing Your First White-Collar Job in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide for International Graduates
As you prepare to launch your career in Japan, choosing where to apply can feel overwhelming. Beyond the sleek high‑rises of well‑known foreign affiliates like Google or Goldman Sachs lies a broad landscape of Japanese domestic companies—firms founded in Japan, headquartered here, and largely run on Japanese capital. They range from century‑old conglomerates (sōgō shōsha) to […]
Money-Saving Tips for Parents Visiting Children in Japan
Many parents flying to Japan to visit their children find that their money disappears faster than they expected. Air‑fare, hotel nights, bullet‑train tickets, and the endless trips between campus, sightseeing spots, and the airport quickly stack up. The good news: Japan’s tourism ecosystem is overflowing with passes, memberships, and little‑known services purposely designed to lighten that […]
Parent’s Guide to Japan’s University Academic Calendar: Ceremonies, Breaks, and Ideal Family Visit Windows
Japanese universities follow an academic calendar that runs from April‑to‑March academic year, a rhythm that may feel unfamiliar if you are used to an August or September start. Understanding this calendar helps parents plan visits, budget flights, and cheer on their sons and daughters at the biggest milestones. Below you’ll find a parent‑focused tour of the year—complete […]
Japan’s New Salary Surge: Why Rising Graduate Pay Makes Working Here a Smart Move for International Students
Japan’s biggest corporations are rewriting the national pay book, rolling out the largest starting‑salary hikes in more than three decades. For international students dreaming of a career here, that means bigger paychecks, stronger career trajectories, and—thanks to a still‑weak yen—purchasing power that stretches further in Japan than in many other developed economies. Below we unpack […]
Funding Your Child’s Study in Japan: A Year-by-Year Cost & Savings Guide for Parents
Planning to send your child to study in Japan is an exciting decision, but it also raises a very practical question: how much money should you set aside every year to keep them comfortable and focused on their degree? Japan’s tuition is famously affordable compared with the U.S., yet day‑to‑day living in one of the […]
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