With borders still shut around the world and travel restricted for the most part; making the decision to move overseas is certainly not an easy one. However, that’s exactly what Lydia Ridley did on the 4th of December after waiting … Read More
As you are probably well aware, the JET programme, a Japanese government-run initiative, offers foreigners the chance to live and work in Japanese schools or local municipal offices. Last month we featured an article by one of our Japan correspondents, … Read More
What is Yosakoi? Yosakoi is a Japanese dance style that blends modern and traditional Japanese dance and music. You can find colourful and energetic Yosakoi performances at festivals and events across Japan, and all around the world! The dance is … Read More
Held via Zoom, applications open on Thursday, Feb 4 and close on Feb 24, 2021. Transfer credits while studying Japan focused courses for 2 months!
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When thinking of networking, it’s easy to go straight to LinkedIn. As a popular tool to network for jobs, it can be incredibly useful as a way to send messages to the representatives of companies, share ideas or learn insights … Read More
Immersion is without a doubt one of the best ways to improve language skills. However, with Covid-19 stopping you actually going to Japan, it brings up the question of what you can actually do to immerse yourself. Which is where … Read More
Tyson was one of two fellows apart of the Australian National Universities’ National Parliamentary Fellowship Program. The program saw him working within the Japanese Diet in both the Opposition and Ruling Parties as he researched Japanese Foreign Policy. The program, … Read More
Japan offers beautiful opportunities for photo-taking, be it vibrant cherry blossoms in spring, colourful fireworks in summer or glistening snow-capped mountains in winter. Japan is generally tolerant of photography, but there are however many places where photographs should not be … Read More
Looking for an inexpensive way to experience Japan? Learn more from Yasmin as she recalls her volunteer experience with ISA Australia.
Every year young people come from around the world to work in Japan as a part of the JET program. The JET Programme, an initiative by the Japanese government, aims to promote grass-roots international exchange between Japan and other nations. … Read More
Anyone’s first day in the big and bustling city of Tokyo is without a doubt daunting. Trying to understand that spaghetti maze they call the subway is the first hurdle. Then, the next is navigating it all while millions of … Read More
Choosing where to study in Japan can certainly be a daunting task. When most people think of Japan, they imagine neon lights, robots, high-tech toilets and karaoke bars. While this is true to some extent, outside of the bustling city … Read More
Welcome to a beginner’s guide to Japanese business etiquette. Known for its unique cultural practices, unlocking career success in Japan can be a considerable hurdle for many. Nikkei Asian Review, in particular, found that many foreigners face significant cultural challenges … Read More
Ahh, YouTube, possibly the greatest source of procrastination for all things learning, especially language learning. Sometimes, going through textbooks, Anki flashcards and writing that one kanji 100 times can get a bit tiresome. Which is why I strongly believe in … Read More
The New Colombo Plan Scholarship This incredible opportunity has been dubbed the most competitive scholarship for Australian undergraduate students and for good reason. The scholarship is a dream come true for many that could see you studying, interning and learning … Read More
Both here on Asia Options and at AustCham Korea, Scott Walker is an iconic name within the Australia-Korea space! Formerly AustCham Korea’s youngest Board Member (Director), Scott’s transition from student living off $900 a month to Tourist Australia’s Korea Country … Read More
Having chatted with AustCham Korea’s Executive Director (ED), Rowan Petz, in Seoul, it was terrific to sit down with the ED of the Australian New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (ANZCCJ), Emily Hallams in Tokyo during a recent visit! Although new to her role … Read More
This post suggests three techniques to maximize your input hours and how to keep your language learning on track over the long-term. Skype Classes I struggle in a classroom environment. My mind wanders constantly, and like a lot of people, I … Read More
Summer school is probably not on top of most young people’s mind when they think of summer, but trust us, summer school in Asia is something you’ve got to do! Imagine yourself in July next year knocking back an Asahi or Korean … Read More
Why Study in Kyoto? Kyoto, a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese history or traditional culture, attracts visitors from far and wide but, what about living there? Kyoto is located in central Honshu and is an easy 30 minutes by … Read More