Dreaming about living and working in Japan but not sure how to make it a reality? Just got a job in Japan and want to be prepared for the next step in your career? Passport to Working in Japan will give you the insights, knowledge, and resources you need to succeed in the Land of the Rising Sun! Based on the author's personal journey from the United States to Tokyo as well as insights from dozens of current Japan-based expats, you can learn how to succeed in Japan from people who have actually done it. From finding a job to becoming comfortable with the Japanese language and work culture, Passport to Working in Japan covers all the topics you need to know in order to begin the next exciting chapter of your career. Whether you are a student, recent graduate, experienced professional, or senior executive - if you want to live and work in Japan, this is the book for you! Topics Covered in this Book Getting a Job in JapanRegardless of where you are in your career, this book will provide you with the necessary advice, tips, and resources for you to find your ideal full-time job, part-time job, teaching position, or internship in Japan! Understanding Japanese Business CultureJapanese business practices are likely to be quite different from what you are used to in your home country. Discover how to excel within the Japanese office environment so that you will be best prepared to succeed in your new position! Learning JapaneseJapanese is one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn. Find out about the best tools, textbooks, study methods, practice partners, immersion programs, and proficiency tests to quickly improve your fluency in Japanese! Living in TokyoAs a foreigner, you will have the highest chance of finding work in Tokyo, so it is important for you to get acquainted with your new home. Discover the best areas to live in town, how to make local and expat friends, and what you need to do when you move to and leave Japan! ... And Much MoreAdditional topics covered include: Applying for Japanese Visas: Get an overview of Japanese visas and the entire application process Starting a Company in Japan: What decisions do you need to make and documents do you need to submit to start a company in Japan? Finding Apartments: Get a headstart in the competitive Japanese rental market with our insights Speaking Business Japanese: Learn the key Japanese business phrases that you need to know to survive in the challenging and often confusing Japanese office environment Attending the Boston Career Forum: Get insights and tips to stand out from the crowds at Career Forum events for people from abroad who want to work in Japan Working with Recruiters in Japan: Working with recruiters is a wonderful way to find new jobs in Japan - find out which recruiters to approach and how to work with them effectively Teaching English in the JET Programme: Want to teach English in Japan? Discover how to apply to the JET Programme and other language schools and make your application stand out from the pile Negotiating Work Contracts: Learn how to get the most yen possible for your experience through a review of contract negotiation tactics Get the First Chapter for FREEWant to take a real sneak peek inside the book? You can download the entire first chapter of Passport to Working in Japan for FREE immediately at this link: https: //link.expatempire.com/firstchapterofp2wij Learn More about Expat EmpireExpat Empire is working to make living abroad a more attainable dream for people around the world. Read our blog posts, listen to episodes of the Expat Empire Podcast, check out our local meetup events, and more at expatempire.com!