Foreign Workers in Japan Reach a Record High: More Opportunities for International Students
06/19/2026
News
Student life
There is encouraging news for people who are interested in studying in Japan. As of October 2025, the number of foreign workers in Japan exceeded 2.3 million, the highest figure ever recorded. Due to ongoing labor shortages, many Japanese companies are actively hiring international talent, creating more opportunities than ever for international students to build their careers in Japan after gradua…
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What Is Japan’s Rainy Season Like?
06/04/2026
Culture
Japan is known for its four distinct seasons, but one period that many international visitors find especially unique is the rainy season, called tsuyu (梅雨). This rainy period occurs between spring and summer and usually lasts from June to July.
If you are thinking about traveling to or studying in Japan, you may wonder, “Won’t it be difficult if it rains so much?” While the weather can be wet a…
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