So you just finished your JET Program interview or an interview with another company… Just what went wrong or right? Did anything go badly at …
JET Living
The General Union
GU in Japan for Foreign Workers As an Assistant Language Teacher, Dispatch Teacher, and/or Eikaiwa Teacher, you have rights and protections – afforded to you …
Are You Too Old for the JET Program?
Every year someone asks if they are “too old” for the JET Program Whether you are 21 or 41, your age doesn’t really mean a …
The Waiting Game
Congratulations on Submitting Your JET Program Application! It’s not an easy or short process. You worked hard and struggled day and night. You sent endless …
10 Pros and Cons of the JET Program
What exactly are the Pros and Cons to JET? Pro #1 Support Network Pro #1, As a JET participant, you have support from CLAIR (Council …
3 Reasons Why You Won’t Make the JET Programme this Year
1) Too many applicants and not enough spaces Out of thousands of applications and interviews, only 2,091 made it in 2019. Chances are slim but …
Choosing Your Prefecture/Designated City
Japan is a big place. It’s slightly smaller than California in landmass.California is approximately 403,882 sq km, while Japan is approximately 377,915 sq km. As …
Leaving and Packing for Japan
You Passed Your Interview! And made it on the shortlist! now it’s time to prepare for the embarkation of your new adventure! All your hard work …
Kumamoto Sightseeing
Kumamoto Prefecture lies in the heart of Kyushu. Formerly known as “Higo”, it is home to one of the world’s largest active volcanos, Mt. Aso. …
Medication
Medication is a tricky subject for those coming to Japan. As someone who is knowledgeable about importing and buying medication in Japan, I can share …