The “Art of the Bowing” or Ojigi (お辞儀) in Japan is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and tradition. Bowing is a way to show respect while greeting others or apologizing to others.Unlike the Western handshake, bowing takes on many shapes, sizes, and forms. Bowing is done for greetings, farewells, and apologies and also while praying in shrines. In short, it
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Many people portray Japan as “all work, no play”. However, the sheer number of work-related parties and other alcohol-fueled get-togethers occupying the calendar paints a vastly different story! Japan has many work and non-work-related events, each with a unique name and specific character. To understand your nijikai from your bonenkai, we present the complete list of work events and parties
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Are you excited about moving to Japan? Whether taking on a new job in Japan, going there to study, or just planning to spend an extended period there, you might wonder what to pack before moving to Japan. However, apart from some items, this guide about what to pack for going to Japan is also to help tourists traveling to
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Public transportation in Japan is often lauded as being some 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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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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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 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 these rules and etiquette of Japan “unwritten and unspoken” because though these are spoken
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If you wish to visit Japan for a short duration as a tourist, you may have to apply for a tourist visa. Tourists from 68 countries are allowed to enter Japan without a visa. Tourists from other countries must get a tourist visa to enter Japan. However, if you wish to work or live in Japan longer, you will need
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The Japanese language is very different from most other languages. However, the differences are not merely because of the language; it is more concerning 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 communication. There
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