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Part-Time Work in Japan: 28 Hours, the Rules, and the Reality
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Jul 19, 2026

Part-Time Work in Japan: 28 Hours, the Rules, and the Reality

The work permit, the 28-hour limit, real hourly rates, and what you must never do under any circumstances.

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What a Year in Japan Costs: An Honest Budget Breakdown
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Jul 17, 2026

What a Year in Japan Costs: An Honest Budget Breakdown

Tuition, housing, food, transport, insurance — what makes up a student budget and where you can realistically save.

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What a CoE Is, and Why It Is the Document That Matters Most
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Jul 15, 2026

What a CoE Is, and Why It Is the Document That Matters Most

The Certificate of Eligibility is the key stage of admission. Who files it, how long it takes, and what affects the decision.

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April, July, October, January: How to Choose Your Intake
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Jul 13, 2026

April, July, October, January: How to Choose Your Intake

The four intakes differ not just in start date but in how long you are allowed to study. Here is who each one suits.

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How to Apply to a Japanese Language School: From Application to Departure
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Jul 11, 2026

How to Apply to a Japanese Language School: From Application to Departure

A step-by-step breakdown: when to start, which documents you will need, how long the CoE takes, and what happens after approval.

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