Assuming foreign is required, the following 30 results were found.
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tape to its previous location in the hopes it would serve as an NHK guy repellent. So far so good. Welcome Party Our new foreign teacher Bryan arrived to replace Brad, the returning teacher. The welcome / farewell party went really well. I performed my...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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In a world striving for globalization, Japan is still a national state, with foreigners making up only 1.5% of the country’s population. The biggest foreign communities are concentrated in big cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, and little to none are to...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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whether you have a trip planned, are looking to make future education plans easier, are seeking an enchantingly attractive foreigner mate, or simply want the ability to speak another language, get ready to learn with these important yet fairly simple...
- Type: Article
- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Studying Japanese
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necessarily have to be to one’s hometown. People can choose any city they would like to donate to, which works out well for foreign residents like me since my hometown sure ain't in Japan. * Taxpayers can then deduct this donation from their taxes (up...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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How to Date Japanese Guyshttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/general/10336-how-to-date-japanese-guys
bishōnen in the latest dorama, a popular singer, or even a manga character. However, when it comes to actually dating one, foreign girls often stumble upon cultural differences between them and the man of their dreams. It is perfectly normal and nothing...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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is when I have to provide my email address or the romaji spelling of my name to a Japanese person over the phone. My long foreign name combined with my company's longer foreign name make this an (unwelcome) Japanese communication challenge. I wondered...
- Type: Article
- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Studying Japanese
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To drive or not to drive. That is the question on the minds of many gaijin (foreigners) in Japan, particularly those who are required by law to get a driver’s license in the country. If you live in urban centers such as Tokyo, Nagoya, or Osaka, you may...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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distinct advantage in that you can play a deck of cards that Japanese men cannot. Here are a few of those magic cards. The Foreigner With a Question Be the slightly-confused foreigner with a legitimate question regarding Japanese language or culture....
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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up. Perhaps you prefer communicating about the problem in English. Perhaps you manage or work in a branch office of a foreign firm with lots of English-speaking employees. Perhaps you just want some IT advice or training. Perhaps you have a few...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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at that time due to the "Lehman Shock," but I had heard that entertainment work was a readily-available work avenue for foreigners living in Japan. Fearing I was facing an arduous and time-consuming job hunt, I hoped entertainment work could...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Show Biz
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Below is my reply. How hard has it been for you to break in? The biggest advantage with my comedy has been simply being a foreigner. This obviously really helps in getting me noticed. People remember me, and I stand out at auditions. I've never met...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Show Biz
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a rule to stop eating any restaurant entree halfway and take the remainder home. Now you have lunch for tomorrow. Visit a foreign country that doesn't suffer from weight problems like the US. Better yet, live in a foreign country for a while....
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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The Kyoto Poopie Incidenthttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/countryside/1001-the-kyoto-incident
I have a story for you, and it's quite disgusting really. But this is me you're talking to, so that's what you get. Anyways, I'll get to the point. I went on an all-day road trip to visit the ninja villages in Japan. It was 4 of us: me, Susumu,...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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Several years ago I enrolled in Sumida Hospital's clinical trials program, participating in one of their paid clinical trials. Despite the commitment, I found it a rewarding experience both in monetary value and blog-worthiness. I described the...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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I learned in my psychology classes that memory is most deeply encoded when associated with concrete imagery. That is, memories are strongest when they appeal to all the senses and can readily recreate an imaginable scene or context. Rote memorization...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Studying Japanese
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else has several. She loves to remind me of that. I can tell she went through some training program on how to talk to foreign teachers about the campaign. I studied psychology in college, so it was funny cuz the stuff she said to me was right out of one...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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Japanese Studyhttps://japanatron.com/directory/10415-japanese-study
advantage. Huge. So huge it's worth the price. Flashcards Deluxe by OrangeOrApple.com If you plan to study Japanese (or any foreign language for that matter), you have loads of new words to learn. You're gonna need a solid flashcard program. Sure, there...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Directory
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Financehttps://japanatron.com/directory/10412-finance
in English Another excellent Japanese bank that provides English service and support, Sony Bank is a great choice for foreign residents. Personally, I like their mobile app much better than Shinsei's. US-TaxCPA Japan-based US tax accountant...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Directory
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won’t be able to understand anything around you? Using the Japanese language everyday is one of the most challenging things foreigners to Japan encounter when facing life in this country. As an expat you must command more than just the basics; living...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Studying Japanese
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Internet Service Provider Asahi Net), and now they offer mobile SIM cards as well. As Asahi-Net caters to the foreign crowd, they have an English website. However, they do mention that you will may need some Japanese skills to complete the sign-up...
- Type: Article
- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General