want to spice up your Japanese study routine?

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!If you've tried and failed to learn Japanese (maybe you gave up around the 300th kanji like I did at first), or you're still trying - we're here with a little hope! While there's a lot out there on this method an...

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Mar 28, 2024
how many classic and 'old' anime do you know?

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Let's dive into some new and classic articles that you might have missed! First up, we have...Top 10 Old Anime (by Decades)Obviously, there's no denying the cultural impact of anime but how much do you know about...

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Mar 12, 2024
here's why you shouldn't gift marshmallows on White Day

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!With Japan's next big romantic day right around the corner, there's no better time to start preparing the right gift for that someone special! But, if you're not vibing with anyone right now, we've got some handy...

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Feb 29, 2024
want to meet a real sumo wrestler in person?

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Let's dive into some of our fan-favorite articles for the most unique and fun activities around Tokyo in 2024!Ultimate Guide to Sumo WrestlingIf your interest in the fascinating world of wrestling has been piqued...

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Feb 19, 2024
Intercultural Consulting With Rie Eichmann

Today we spoke with Rie, who works with foreigners looking to work in Japan, helping to familiarize them with the culture and way of working in Japan. Brought to you by Risu Press and Japan Switch.

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Jan 03, 2022
Becoming a Language Learning Coach with Max Wilson

Today we spoke with Max Wilson of Wilson Consulting in Tokyo. He is a sole proprietor in Japan, and assists companies with recruitment support in addition to running language learning coaching for foreigners and managing translation projects. Brought...

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Dec 15, 2021
Language Learning Tools With Sean Anderson

If you've ever wanted to learn Japanese, but you haven't come across the right tool, you should listen to today's chat with Sean Anderson of crystalhuntersmanga.com. We talk about the ins and outs of his language learning products, as well as how you...

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Nov 03, 2021
Getting An Apartment In Japan As A Foreigner

Today we had the pleasure of chatting with Corey Niedzwiecki of jumpstartabroad.co.jp, and he walked us through the peculiarities of renting an apartment in Japan – especially as a foreigner. Learn about some of the pitfalls to watch out for, a trick...

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Oct 19, 2021
Talking Japan Personal Finance With Ben Tanaka!

If you've ever earned a single yen (or you plan to one day), you need to start understanding the ins-and-outs of how personal finance works in Japan. Luckily, we've become acquainted with Ben Tanaka of Retire Japan, and he walks us through some of th...

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Oct 05, 2021
Casual Japanese and Moving to Japan with Benjamin Carpey

Want to learn "street" Japanese? Interested in living like a local in Tokyo? Today the 2 owners of Risu Press got together to do an episode, covering tax mishaps, slightly "rougher" Japanese, and how not to ruin your life living long term in Japan. B...

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Sep 16, 2021
English Teaching Jobs In Japan With Tyson Batino

Today was a chat between the hosts of Japanese With Friends, exploring the ins and outs of English teaching jobs in Japan, including how much you can earn, what jobs are the least stressful, and the key differences between the major types of English...

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Aug 23, 2021