09/17/2025 / Last updated : 09/17/2025 editor 1 Business Related

[Dramatic Changes in the Japanese-English Bilingual Labor Market in the US] 15. National Holidays in Japan and the U.S.

Did you know that among developed countries, Japan has the highest number of national holidays? New Year’s Day, Coming of Age Day, National Foundation Day, the Emperor’s Birthday, Vernal Equinox Day, Showa Day, Constitution Memorial Day, Greenery Day, Children’s Day, Marine Day, Mountain Day, Respect-for-the-Aged Day, Autumnal Equinox Day, Sports Day, Culture Day, and Labor […]

07/03/2025 / Last updated : 07/01/2025 editor 1 Business Related

Careers in Japan: How to Avoid the ‘Working Holiday Trap’ and Build a Real Future

Working and living in Japan is a dream for many. Whether it’s the allure of the culture, the chance to explore a unique landscape, or the opportunity to master a new language, Japan offers an experience like no other. However, thriving professionally in Japan requires thought, strategy, and intention. For bilingual professionals, aspiring English teachers, […]

06/30/2025 / Last updated : 06/30/2025 editor 1 Business Related

[Dramatic Changes in the Japanese-English Bilingual Labor Market in the US] 12. Differences in Hiring Speed and Process Between Japan and the U.S. (Part 2)

In the previous section, we discussed the differences in hiring speed and processes between Japan and the U.S. Let’s dig a little deeper—there’s more to this topic than meets the eye. Naturally, the size of Japanese companies operating in the U.S. tends to be much smaller than that of their headquarters in Japan. As a […]

05/20/2025 / Last updated : 05/20/2025 editor 1 Business Related

[Dramatic Changes in the Japanese-English Bilingual Labor Market in the US] 12. Differences in Hiring Speed and Process Between Japan and the U.S. (Part 1)

In August 2022, I established a Japanese subsidiary of iiicareer, and in April 2023, we began full-scale business operations. Having lived in the U.S. for 30 years and become accustomed to American-style of business practices, I’ve come to feel that many of Japan’s social “customs” now seem quite foreign or even out of place for […]