working in Japan (Page 2)
For a service that promises a clean break with a bad job, this taishoku daikou has a lot of strings attached.
Pandemic has more people thinking they don’t need to drink with people in order to work with them.
Japanese companies tend to frown on workers having a side job, but this time there’s something to smile about.
With incredible perks like food, alcohol, onsen and Wi-Fi included, you can live here long-term without having to spend money on anything else!
Policy also allows for bereavement leave when idols retire, leaving office early for surprise concerts.
Shorter workweek would help fight coronavirus, allow more time for family and education, proponents say.
The coronavirus has disrupted everyone’s lifestyle, but it’s disrupted some of the bad parts too.
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