How Not to Get Fired From a Japanese Job

On today’s show Burke and I discuss some rules of etiquette and manners that foreigners should be aware of when working in Japan.Some of the ones we talk about are how to deal with Meishi or business card, what shoes to wear and when, accepting invitations from colleagues, taking holidays, and much much more.Enjoy the show!Previous episodes mentioned in the show:Michael Howard: Author of the Highly Entertaining Novel The SalarymanyBearfoot Bar 12 different types of Japanese made craft beers, ...

Om Podcasten

Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of life here, and the reasons why Japan is truly an amazing place to be living!