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Moving to Japan: What You Need to Know
Setting up in Japan requires registering an address on a Residence Card at a municipal office. This is necessary to open a bank account and access other essential services.
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Cost of Living for Foreign Students in Japan
This guide to Tokyo student living costs outlines expenses for accommodation, transportation, food, and other necessities, excluding tuition.
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Getting a Motorcycle License in Japan
Getting a motorcycle license in Japan involves enrolling in a driving school or taking a practical test directly at a designated center. Both options require passing a practical skills test.
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Driving in Japan: Rules & What to Know
Driving in Japan is on the left and requires a specific international permit. The country has well-maintained toll roads with bilingual signs and strictly enforced laws, including zero-tolerance for drink-driving.
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Employment Prospects Post-Graduation
Job-hunting in Japan is a formal, multi-stage process for university students, characterized by standardized suits and high competition. Most students receive a job offer before they graduate.
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A Complete Guide to Renting in Japan
Renting in Japan involves finding properties via agents, submitting an application with documents like a residence card, and undergoing a required credit check.
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The Higher Education System in Japan
Higher education in Japan requires 12 years of schooling. The system includes specialist schools, short-term universities, and universities that offer various vocational and academic courses.
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Entering University in Japan as a Foreign Student
The Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) is required by most universities for foreign undergraduate applicants, testing Japanese language and other academic subjects.
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Japanese Language Schools: What You Need to Know
Japanese language schools are transitioning to a new MEXT accreditation system. This system mandates higher national standards for curriculum, teacher qualifications, data disclosure, and financial stability for institutions.
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The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is a standardized exam for non-native speakers. It uses multiple-choice questions to assess reading, listening, vocabulary, and grammar across five levels.
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