Telecom giant’s decision is part of plan to “increase the independence and productivity of each individual employee.”
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Workaholics asked to address this senseless loss in a country where taking paid leave is frowned upon.
Many were depressed by some of the comments made by overseas YouTube users who found the workday in the video long and tiresome.
Professional e-sports player also skyrockets in popularity for boys, while girls’ career dreams remain steady.
Whether you’re visiting Japan on business, working remotely, or just need a quick phone charge, this is definitely something you’ll want to take advantage of.
Supposedly less-than-perfect jobs both sound a lot better than the ones many people actually have.
#kutoo movement continues its fight to free women from company-enforced foot pain.
Fantasizing about relocating to Japan’s ancient capital? Here’s what it’ll cost you per month, and no, a minimum-wage job isn’t going to cut it.
JoJo character designer warns overseas fans about the hardships of working in Japanese animation.
Tokyo Electric Power Company plans to use new visa rules to add foreign staff to its 2011 earthquake/tsunami cleanup efforts.
Hiring managers sound off on different ‘dos, plus how much hair dyeing is acceptable for men or women.
Women in Japan are often required to wear heels for job hunting and office work, but the #KuToo movement wants to squash that part of the dress code.

















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Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Japanese town suing resident for being a jerk
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