{"product_id":"135879","title":"Working and living in Japan ","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/tmgdisk01.cafe24.com\/images\/vs\/4172\/sv\/3jYCCJ8XkOX3Jws69rV9kunmYB7hjf.png?v=1765115225\" style=\"max-width:100%;max-height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:95%\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;font-size:30px;font-weight:bolder;line-height:1.6em\"\u003e Working and living in Japan \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd 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style=\"line-height:1.2em;text-align:center;font-size:18px;color:black;font-weight:bold;padding-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.yes24.com\/goods\/61274609\/XL\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:95%;{split_style6}padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:left;font-size:16px;font-weight:bold;padding-bottom:20px\"\u003e Description \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:left;word-break:break-all;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch5\u003e \u003cb\u003eBook Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e The authors of this book tell their stories of working and living in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e I went to Japan on a working holiday, studied abroad, and found a job, and lived a life like a trip.\u003cbr\u003e Go to Japan with just 1 million won, work part-time to earn living expenses, go to college, and get a job at a company.\u003cbr\u003e They take on the challenge of doing something they really wanted to do, succeed in getting a job, and even change jobs to find a better fit.\u003cbr\u003e I can't help but exclaim in admiration at his execution and tenacity.\u003cbr\u003e While working part-time and at work, I make Japanese friends and feel a sense of accomplishment in my work.\u003cbr\u003e In my free time, I enjoy Japan's four seasons and culture to my heart's content.\u003cbr\u003e This is real Japanese life, where everyday life literally unfolds like a trip. \u003cbr\u003eIt's an ideal lifestyle for those who want to know and enjoy Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Of course, there can't only be happy things.\u003cbr\u003e Working in a foreign country with a different language and culture is not easy.\u003cbr\u003e The intensity of part-time work and corporate life in Japan makes anyone who is complacent and not working hard feel a pang of regret.\u003cbr\u003e There are days when I have a really hard day at work that makes me want to cry, and there are days when I just want to go back to Korea.\u003cbr\u003e Loneliness is an option that comes sometimes.\u003cbr\u003e But I can endure all these difficulties because this is the path I have chosen.\u003cbr\u003e As time goes by, I realize that the difficult days in Japan were the foundation for the wonderful me of the future, the me I want to become.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e You can preview some of the book's contents.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePreview\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch5\u003e \u003cb\u003eindex\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e Introduction_Bridge between Travel and Everyday Life: \"Working and Living in Japan\" \/ 10\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: How far have you gone in working part-time in Japan?\u003cbr\u003e : Unknown part-time job in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tokyo, Convenience Store Life | Kim Seong-heon \/ 23\u003cbr\u003e Smart Japanese Lifestyle for 20-Somethings | Cha Ju-young \/ 47\u003cbr\u003e Surviving a Japanese Restaurant Job | Hwang Se-young \/ 67\u003cbr\u003e Working in Japan: A Better Life for Foreigners | Shie \/ 83\u003cbr\u003e My Sitcom-Like Life at a Japanese Company | Park Hyun-ah \/ 99\u003cbr\u003e A Beautiful Relationship in Tokyo | Im Jin \/ 115\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart 2: Let me tell you about finding a job in Japan!\u003cbr\u003e : Japan's employment on the rise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A Freshman's Journey to Finding a Job in IT in Japan | Lee So-jeong \/ 129\u003cbr\u003e 20s, Meet the Real Me in Tokyo | Shin Seon-ah \/ 155\u003cbr\u003e Why It's Okay to Quit Your Job | Lee Ye-eun \/ 169\u003cbr\u003e I felt like it had to be now | Kim Hee-jin \/ 185\u003cbr\u003e Some Misconceptions About Working in Japan | Momo \/ 199\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart 3: I Want to Know Japanese Office Workers\u003cbr\u003e : Vivid Japanese Office Worker Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Successfully Changing Jobs in Japan in Your 30s | Oh Hyo-jeong \/ 223 \u003cbr\u003eJapan's New College Graduate Recruitment and Life Afterward | Lee Ye-eun \/ 237\u003cbr\u003e A Tokyo Office Worker's Household Account Book | Namu \/ 251\u003cbr\u003e Dreaming of a Free-Working Life | Momo \/ 263\u003cbr\u003e Living as a Working Mom in Japan | Ryu Jong-mi \/ 285\u003cbr\u003e Can I Be Friends with a Japanese Coworker? | Tree \/ 301\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e About the Author \/ 311\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch5\u003e \u003cb\u003eInto the book\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e While working at a convenience store, I naturally became close with Japanese people by eating and drinking privately with them.\u003cbr\u003e Just when I was starting to think that we could become friends regardless of nationality, the Fumoto-san disappearance incident occurred, and I also learned of the uncomfortable relationship between Yamaguchi-san and Matsuda-san.\u003cbr\u003e People often say that Japanese people are inscrutable.\u003cbr\u003e Even though I've been living in Japan for nine months, I still have a lot to learn about Japan and its people.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.23\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Among them, the story about the military was what caught the store manager's attention the most.\u003cbr\u003e It seemed like he had a great interest in cultures that weren't found in Japan. \u003cbr\u003eHe looked at me with an expectant face, saying, \"You've served in the military, so you should be in good physical shape!\"\u003cbr\u003e The interview with the store manager, who had a cool and friendly personality, went smoothly, and I received a call the next day.\u003cbr\u003e There was news that we would be working together starting this week.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.33\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"sorry.\u003cbr\u003e “I’ll just work this week and then quit.”\u003cbr\u003e The store manager calmly sent the frustrated part-timer away without even being able to cut it.\u003cbr\u003e On my way to Shibuya Station after finishing work on my last day, I stopped by a luxury brand store and bought a pretty wallet with the money I had saved up.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Okay, Jooyoung, you held on well.\u003cbr\u003e \"Good work.\" --- p.50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When I first entered the kitchen and started cooking, I was just trying to get through each day.\u003cbr\u003e I had no time to feel any pride or responsibility for my cooking. \u003cbr\u003eBut at some point, I started to worry that if I made something wrong or made it carelessly, my customers would be disappointed or wouldn't come back to my restaurant.\u003cbr\u003e Above all, I felt a strong desire not to be a burden to the kind store manager, my colleagues, and the store that gave me the opportunity to work.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.70\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Looking back, the reason I was able to persevere in those situations was because I was proud of my Japanese skills growing day by day, and I saw myself getting closer to the ideal life I had been trying to lead in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e It was hard, but I was able to endure it because I felt like I was becoming a better person little by little every day.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.72\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Although I wasn't very good at Japanese, I tried to work in a Japanese store from the beginning.\u003cbr\u003e Before going to Japan, I promised myself, 'I will try my best to become friendly with Japanese people and only work in Japanese stores.' \u003cbr\u003eWhen you first go abroad, you end up hanging out with people from the same country because of your limited language skills.\u003cbr\u003e We can communicate and rely on each other because we are in similar situations.\u003cbr\u003e When I was really lonely, I wanted to do that.\u003cbr\u003e However, I felt that if I got used to that kind of life, I would never be able to adapt to Japan, so I tried my best to become familiar with Japanese culture and people.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.87\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Actually, when working in Japan, being late is a very sensitive issue.\u003cbr\u003e The study abroad center staff member who helped me fill out the paperwork for my working holiday visa advised me to always wear a wristwatch.\u003cbr\u003e You might ask, \"Since smartphones existed back then, why can't I just check the clock on my phone?\" But the employee told me, \"If your phone battery runs out, there's no answer.\" \u003cbr\u003eWhen asked if it was really necessary to be so punctual, he gave the frightening example of a student who was fired before even starting work because he was late for his first day at work in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.105\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When I first started tutoring in Japan, I was depressed because I came here to study Japanese and ended up tutoring Korean.\u003cbr\u003e But I changed my mind and stopped thinking of it as a part-time job, and instead shared the children's dreams and goals.\u003cbr\u003e We have been researching and continuously developing methods to teach children.\u003cbr\u003e I would like to express my gratitude to the children and their parents who have been a great support to me during my difficult and challenging study abroad experience in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.124\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eI had no idea about Japan's hiring system or how to write a resume, but as I began my job search with the help of an organization that helped me find employment in Japan, I realized that \"it's not something that can be done by just blindly applying without any prior information or knowledge.\"\u003cbr\u003e So I ended up interviewing for a Japanese company in Korea, and luckily, I was hired by the company I most wanted to work for out of the three.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.133\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working and living in Japan is not as sweet as it is in Korea.\u003cbr\u003e It might be completely different from what you imagine.\u003cbr\u003e However, if you prepare thoroughly, it is definitely a challenge worth investing in in life.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.141\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e My time in Japan has been a precious gift in my life.\u003cbr\u003e There, I was able to grow a little more, sometimes experiencing a happy sense of accomplishment, and sometimes experiencing the pain of frustration.\u003cbr\u003e Looking back, every moment was a great learning experience, and those times made me who I am today. \u003cbr\u003e--- p.152\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Japan still has a culture of lifetime employment, so many companies hire people who are a good fit for the company and have potential, and develop them.\u003cbr\u003e So, rather than specs, we value the person's inherent characteristics, such as their personality and temperament.\u003cbr\u003e Because of this mindset in Japanese companies, even if you don't have the skills right away, if you can clearly communicate how well you fit in with the company and how much growth you can achieve, you have a chance of being hired by any company.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.157\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While interviews are a chance for companies to assess a candidate's suitability, they also provide an opportunity for applicants to get a feel for the workplace where they will spend most of their day.\u003cbr\u003e A company that doesn't hesitate to be rude to applicants who are also potential customers is unlikely to treat its employees with dignity.\u003cbr\u003e After a month of trial and error, I came across a job posting for a translation project manager at an IT startup. \u003cbr\u003eThe recruiting agency that posted this job posting specializes in foreigners. They took the time to understand my background, career plans, and desired salary, and then provided me with expected questions and mock interviews.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.180\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The first thing I did was write a resume.\u003cbr\u003e Japanese resumes do not have spaces for family information or height and weight.\u003cbr\u003e There is no space to write your nationality so as not to discriminate against foreigners.\u003cbr\u003e You only need to write about your abilities.\u003cbr\u003e I liked the simplicity of only having to list my education, simple work experience, and qualifications.\u003cbr\u003e Armed with the weapons of a resume and a work experience report detailing my career up to that point, I put on my suit as armor and joined the ranks of Japanese job seekers.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.189\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e But the Japanese interviewers at Japanese companies I met were different. \u003cbr\u003eThe interviewers explained the company and the job I applied for, and they only tried to find out about my abilities, personality, and aptitude.\u003cbr\u003e Personally, I had a better conversation with the interviewer than with a Korean interviewer.\u003cbr\u003e The Japanese interviewers listen carefully to what I say, ask questions based on what I say, and I give appropriate answers.\u003cbr\u003e If I had lied, my true feelings could have been revealed in these endless questions, but because I spoke honestly, I was always able to get through the interview without any major problems.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.190\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While preparing for employment, I met and talked with numerous interviewers, which helped me become more certain about what I wanted to do and make my dreams more concrete.\u003cbr\u003e Their sincere advice helped me find the right position for me among the jobs I vaguely thought I was interested in. \u003cbr\u003eI don't think I'll ever go through such a long job search again, but the two months I spent preparing for a job in Japan were especially special, and it was a valuable experience that will greatly help me in my future life.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.196\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The part that Japanese job seekers put the most effort into when preparing for employment after graduating is not their qualifications, but rather 'self-analysis.'\u003cbr\u003e Self-analysis means exploring yourself to clarify your strengths and weaknesses, what you want to do, and what you can do.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.204\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don't focus all your attention on wearing the same clothes and acting the same as the Japanese.\u003cbr\u003e Rather than trying to look like a Japanese person, I think having the confidence to believe in neatness and manners will be much more helpful in finding a job in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.211\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eI had interviews and received acceptance notices from several places, but I wondered if it was really necessary for me, as a Korean, to only look for jobs related to Korea and where I used the Korean language.\u003cbr\u003e Rather than being a Korean teacher, which is only possible because I am Korean, I wanted to have a job that would allow me to enter Japanese society and compete with the local people, receiving equal treatment and standing.\u003cbr\u003e Being a married woman in her thirties might seem like a disadvantage, but I felt like this was my last chance.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.226\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A few days later, I received a call for a final interview.\u003cbr\u003e The third and final interview was a conversation with the company representative.\u003cbr\u003e The conversation lasted for an hour, and I don't even remember what I said, perhaps because I was so nervous. However, I think the point was to confidently state my thoughts and reasons without hesitation, even if my answer to a question was different from the other person's. \u003cbr\u003eFor this exercise, I asked people around me questions I expected and took time to think about and talk about why their thoughts were different from mine.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.228\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Since this is my first time in this field, there are many difficult terms, so I need to put in more than twice as much effort as other employees.\u003cbr\u003e There are no special privileges or considerations given to foreigners, and all employees are given equal opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e As I mentioned earlier, through three long interviews and a one-day internship, I was able to check in advance whether the company and its employees' atmosphere and working style would be a good fit for me before joining the company.\u003cbr\u003e This process has been a great help in quickly adapting to my current job.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.232\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When I first started working, I would go home right after work and constantly review what happened at work that day. \u003cbr\u003eI work during everyone's working hours and can rest on public holidays, which is a given for most office workers, but for me, it's one of the differences from my previous job.\u003cbr\u003e I am inspired by my colleagues who are passionate about both their work and their personal lives, such as a female senior member of a cheerleading team and a CEO who learns ballroom dancing with her children and even participates in competitions.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.234\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Through my work, I feel like I am directly helping others and contributing to the company.\u003cbr\u003e I am satisfied with my current job and career, which increases my value and motivates me to do better.\u003cbr\u003e Because employment is not the end but a new beginning, I will continue to work hard in the future.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.235\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interviewers at Japanese companies value potential over applicants' grades, qualifications, or job-related knowledge, so most of the questions they ask are aimed at assessing their general thoughts and personality. \u003cbr\u003eIn particular, questions about the activities you worked hardest on in college, experiences you overcame failures, and your strengths and weaknesses are common questions in interviews, so thorough self-analysis is essential to prepare for them.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The mutually complementary reality of Korea's need for quality jobs and Japan's lack of talent clearly presents an opportunity for Korean youth.\u003cbr\u003e When I hear stories of Korean acquaintances who work harder than anyone else to find a job but can't seem to get a job offer, I feel sorry for them and want to encourage them to come to Japan.\u003cbr\u003e But ultimately, it is up to you to weigh the new possibilities of Japan and take responsibility for your decisions.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.249\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Transportation costs are very high in Japan, but almost all companies pay for transportation costs separately, and except for a few unscrupulous companies or very small companies, most companies pay overtime separately. \u003cbr\u003eEven when working part-time, companies usually pay overtime in 10- or 15-minute increments, so it is relatively rare for companies to make employees do 'service overtime' without paying overtime.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.253\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the Japanese job market, many companies conduct lengthy, two-way interviews and discussion-based interviews, so I was able to match myself with a company in interviews that lasted from as little as 30 minutes to as long as two hours.\u003cbr\u003e Long, in-depth interviews allow you to get to know yourself better and eliminate companies whose culture doesn't fit yours.\u003cbr\u003e It was impressive that the conversation was on a parallel level, rather than a superior-subordinate relationship with the company.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.268\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e There were times when I got tired of the Japanese's characteristic meticulousness, and there were also times when I got tired of some people who demanded that I behave exactly like the Japanese, even though they were supposed to be a stimulus.\u003cbr\u003e Sometimes, I even shed tears because of customers who spoke inconsiderately about Korea. \u003cbr\u003eHowever, at some point, I developed a habit of putting aside the painful things for a while and frequently looking back and reflecting on the things that I was recognized for and the things that were possible because I was a foreigner.\u003cbr\u003e Perhaps, to work and live in a foreign country, I needed to have confidence in myself and a certain amount of shamelessness.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.283\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Japanese people are uncomfortable with things that aren't arranged in advance, but when I suddenly asked them to take care of the children, they readily accepted.\u003cbr\u003e I was able to leave my children with peace of mind because they liked Mr. Sakada, who played with them and treated them according to their perspective.\u003cbr\u003e Unlike most Japanese people, he always treated others with an open mind and would even call them out of the blue to ask for something.\u003cbr\u003e I was very fortunate to have met Mr. Sakata when my children were young in Shimonoseki and to have lived as neighbors and cousins.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.295\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I worked in Shimonoseki for five years before moving to Chiba Prefecture in 2014. \u003cbr\u003eI worked hard without turning down any work that came my way.\u003cbr\u003e The reason I wanted to do that was because I wanted to live as 'me', not as a foreigner, mother, or wife.\u003cbr\u003e I don't know about other people, but the Japanese custom of taking your husband's surname after marriage made me feel like I was disappearing.\u003cbr\u003e I liked the job where I could use my name.\u003cbr\u003e So, I think I did my best whenever something happened.\u003cbr\u003e --- p.297\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Even I, who am very satisfied with my life in Japan because I like the consideration, caution, and a little distance, sometimes feel frustrated by the process of asking for opinions over and over again just to have a meal or a drink.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e --- p.305\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch5\u003e \u003cb\u003ePublisher's Review\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"Living and Working in Japan\": Crossing the Lines Between Travel and Everyday Life\u003cbr\u003e The Best Way to Travel and Live in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhy can't everyday life be as exciting and fun as a trip? Can't everyday life be like a trip? Traveling to escape the everyday only happens a few days a year.\u003cbr\u003e Just waiting for that day, I force myself to do things I don't want to do at work today and endure my boss's nagging.\u003cbr\u003e My recent trip to Japan has been a source of energy for me, but I can't spend all my hard-earned money on traveling.\u003cbr\u003e Is there a way to escape the dull, unchanging, repetitive daily routine, earn money, and enjoy a break from everyday life?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The authors of this book tell their stories of working and living in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e I went to Japan on a working holiday, studied abroad, and found a job, and lived a life like a trip.\u003cbr\u003e Go to Japan with just 1 million won, work part-time to earn living expenses, go to college, and get a job at a company. \u003cbr\u003eThey take on the challenge of doing something they really wanted to do, succeed in getting a job, and even change jobs to find a better fit.\u003cbr\u003e I can't help but exclaim in admiration at his execution and tenacity.\u003cbr\u003e While working part-time and at work, I make Japanese friends and feel a sense of accomplishment in my work.\u003cbr\u003e In my free time, I enjoy Japan's four seasons and culture to my heart's content.\u003cbr\u003e This is real Japanese life, where everyday life literally unfolds like a trip.\u003cbr\u003e It's an ideal lifestyle for those who want to know and enjoy Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Of course, there can't only be happy things.\u003cbr\u003e Working in a foreign country with a different language and culture is not easy.\u003cbr\u003e The intensity of part-time work and corporate life in Japan makes anyone who is complacent and not working hard feel a pang of regret.\u003cbr\u003e There are days when I have a really hard day at work that makes me want to cry, and there are days when I just want to go back to Korea.\u003cbr\u003e Loneliness is an option that comes sometimes. \u003cbr\u003eBut I can endure all these difficulties because this is the path I have chosen.\u003cbr\u003e As time goes by, I realize that the difficult days in Japan were the foundation for the wonderful me of the future, the me I want to become.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For the authors, 'working and living in Japan' is synonymous with 'passion.'\u003cbr\u003e This book will provide hope and courage to those preparing for employment in Japan, and fresh fun and inspiration to those who want to know more about Japan.\u003cbr\u003e It is also highly recommended for those who need a little stimulation in their daily lives that are becoming a little lazy and boring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Living and working in Japan might be the best way to explore the country. This isn't just a trip that offers temporary satisfaction and a splurge. It's a \"lifetime trip\" that offers the ultimate in value, allowing you to \"earn money, build a career, and fully experience Japanese culture and daily life.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIs it because of its Japanese setting that one person's ordinary daily life can be another person's fragrant and refreshing drink, like Ramune? Reading this book will reveal the answer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It also provides vivid and diverse information on Japanese employment.\u003cbr\u003e The valuable information that Japanese companies are looking for talents that are quite different from those in Korea is extremely useful for those seeking employment in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e In Japan, where the culture of lifetime employment still remains, it is refreshing and a bit shocking that companies select and develop people with potential and a good fit through in-depth interviews rather than just qualifications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In Japanese employment, even if you don't have the skills you need right away, if you can clearly communicate how you fit in with the company and how much growth you can achieve, you have a chance of being hired by any company. \u003cbr\u003eMoreover, Japanese companies currently have high expectations and interest in excellent foreign talent, especially Korean job seekers.\u003cbr\u003e If you are a young person interested in working in Japan, now may be your chance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The part that Japanese job seekers put the most effort into when preparing for employment is not their qualifications, but rather 'self-analysis.'\u003cbr\u003e Self-analysis means exploring yourself to clarify your strengths and weaknesses, what you want to do, and what you can do.\u003cbr\u003e It is said that Japanese interviewers also persistently ask questions to see if the applicant has done a good job of self-analysis.\u003cbr\u003e This is also a point where I am convinced that Japanese companies have evolved one step further in hiring human resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The authors' part-time jobs and careers in Japan are diverse. \u003cbr\u003eConvenience store clerk, food service clerk, Uniqlo clerk, restaurant assistant, entertainment company employee, call center employee, IT company office worker, logistics company employee, study room operator, IT company programmer, advertising company employee, translation project manager for Japanese startup, Japanese teacher, Korean teacher, Japanese chemical company salesperson, Korean language instructor, administrative scribe, employee at a Korean-affiliated large corporation, etc.\u003cbr\u003e It tells the story of working and living in Japan, as colorful and fresh as the various experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This book is rich in information, but what is most impressive is the moving stories of the authors who have lived and worked in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e For them, work is life itself, representing their identity.\u003cbr\u003e It is a challenge and a noble value.\u003cbr\u003e Because the stage is Japan, the efforts and achievements shine even brighter. \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height:10px\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:95%;padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:left;font-size:16px;font-weight:bold;padding-bottom:20px\"\u003e GOODS SPECIFICS \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:left;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:100%;margin-bottom:5px;line-height:1.6em;font-size:14px\"\u003e - 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