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Applying to a Job in Japan - 履歴書 and 職務経歴書
If you've ever sought employment in Japan, you've likely encountered the 履歴書 (Rireki-sho) and 職務経歴書 (Shokumu-keireki-sho), two essential...
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May 7, 20243 min read
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The "Big's" of Japan
We’ve all seen the word “Big” used to describe prominent groups of entities that are at the top of their field, discipline, or subject,...
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Mar 9, 20244 min read
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Overview of the Financial Services Industry in Japan
Having lived in Japan for most of my working life, I am often asked what exactly is the financial services industry (金融業界). It's a...
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Mar 9, 20246 min read
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An Introduction to Japanese Trading Companies
If you’ve lived in Japan or have done business with Japanese companies long enough, chances are you’ve heard about the “Shosha” or...
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Mar 9, 20244 min read
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