日本は伝統的な文化と多くの観光スポットがあるため、海外から訪れる観光客が昔から多いです。近年は日本語や日本文化を学びに来日し、日本語学校に通う留学生が増えています。日本に興味を持つ外国人向けの観光ガイドも充実し、YouTube動画などを活用した観光ガイドも好評です。
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Finding Your Way Around
While most Japanese do not speak English, they do know some basic English words. When you ask them the way to a station, they will only understand if you use the English word “station.”However, when you lose your way and try asking “Where am I?” few Japanese will understand what you are saying. Instead, you should ask in Japanese, “Koko wa doko desuka?” Furthermore, big city streets in Japan are very complicated, so it is recommended that you bring a map whenever you visit a new place.
[読み続ける]A Basic Guide to Using Japan’s Banking Services
While living in Japan it is important to learn how to use the various banking services. The Japanese word for “bank” is ginkou, however, most Japanese understand the term “bank.” There are three major banks in Japan: “Tokyo-Mitsubishi-UFJ,” “Sumitomo-Mitsui” and “Mizuho.”
[読み続ける]Working Visa Obtained on Eighth Visit to Japan
“Since 2005, I went through a cycle each year of coming to Japan to live for a while, and when I ran out of money, returning to my country to work, then I’d save some money, I would quit my job and return to Japan,” smiles Sonia SOMOZA from Spain. “I came to Japan for the eighth time two and a half years ago. Because I found work and obtained a working visa, it has been my longest stay yet,” she says with glee.
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