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Want to try your hand at living and working in Japan but not sure where to start? There are so many questions - whether you're lining up a working holiday, internship, or something a little more long term. What kind of work can you do? How do you find a sponsor? Do you need to speak Japanese? Here are a couple of our handy guides to help you make your start as stress-free as possible in Japan!

Working Holiday in Japan: Everything You Need to Know (and More!)

Working holidays are a great way to test the water and typically last about a year. That's enough time for you to settle down, learn a good amount of Japanese, experience the culture, make some friends, go on a few dates, and help you answer some of those burning questions about where you want to be in life. Hit 'Read now' to learn how to get a working visa, finding a place to stay, and some of the dos and do nots of working in Japan.

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Ultimate Guide to the Average Salary in Japan

Let's get real. While it can be very affordable to live in Japan - even in Tokyo - how much do you stand to make? Are you okay with keeping it simple? Do you want to save? Or are you a socialite who wants to experience as much of what Japan has to offer as possible? While speaking Japanese can go a long way, there are plenty of jobs out there that will keep you more than afloat with little to no Japanese under your belt.

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Ultimate Guide to Full Time Jobs in Japan

Full time. Part time. Online. Freelance. Contract. Networking. Job boards. Resume. There is certainly a lot to consider so we've laid the cards out cleanly so you can make the best choice for your workstyle and lifestyle. Can you take your same career in your home country and make it work in Japan? Or do you want to test the waters in another industry? Do you want something low-commitment that frees up your nights and weekends? Read now to find out what your options are and how to get started!

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The Japan Switch Team