Alex Chen

Tokyo Dev

Working and Communicating with Japanese Engineers

Working on an international tech team comes with communication challenges that go beyond just language. Here's some practical advice I've gathered in my ten years of working in Japan.

Tokyo Dev

How to Make Friends and Build a Social Circle in Japan

Living abroad can be isolating, but it doesn't have to stay that way. Here's everything I learned about making friends in Japan over the course of ten years.

Japan Dev

Essential Japanese for Software Engineers

Japanese skills aren't always necessary to work as a software engineer in Japan, but knowing some essential words and phrases can go a long way. Check out this article to learn how...

Japan Dev

Working in Kansai: The Best Tech Companies in Osaka and Kyoto

If you're looking for a tech job in Japan, Tokyo is far from being your only option. Check out the Kansai region, home to some of Japan's most incredible cities and lots of hidden ...

Japan Dev

How I Became a Software Engineer in Japan with No Experience

I started my career as a translator with zero tech experience. A few years later, I ended up becoming an engineer at one of Japan's leading software companies. Here's how I did it!

Japan Dev

Working For An International Company in Japan

If you're looking for a global workplace in Japan, there are definitely opportunities for you. Learn more from a software engineer who worked for one of these companies for over fi...

Japan Dev

What It's Like Joining a Coding Bootcamp in Japan

Coding bootcamps are everywhere, and Tokyo is no exception! Learn more from a bootcamp graduate who successfully found an engineering job in Japan.

Japan Dev

Working Remotely From Kyoto: What's It Like?

Tired of living in Tokyo? This is what it's like to move across the country and start a new life, all while working remotely.

Japonica

Shared Living in Japan: What's It Actually Like?

If you live in Japan or you're planning to move there, or if you're a fan of Terrace House, you've probably heard of share houses. Although living alone and living with family are the two most common...

Babel

How I Learned Japanese From Scratch: My Full Timeline

If you've started learning a new language recently, you might be wondering just how long it will take to see results. I hope I can help by sharing my own story of how I learned Japanese as an...

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