Shih-Wen Su

Worked as an IT engineer, manager, and entrepreneur in cybersecurity, data analysis and fraud detection SaaS field for 7 years in Japan. Now helping Japanese companies and foreign engineers like him to work in Japan.

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A Foreign Worker’s Introduction to the 「36協定」Understanding Overtime and Holiday Work Rules in Japan

For foreign workers starting their careers in Japan, understanding the rules around working hours and overtime is crucial.「36協定 (さんじゅうろくきょうてい, sanjū-roku kyōtei)」, a labor-management agreement essential whenever employees are asked to work beyond the legal working hours. By reading this guide, you will gain clarity on what the 36協定 is, how it protects you, and the […]

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5 Real Reasons Why Japanese Companies Hesitate to Recruit from Overseas

In recent times, the prospect of securing a job in Japan has become increasingly challenging for foreigners. From visa restrictions to cultural differences, here we break down the hurdles one might face and what makes this process somewhat intricate. 1. The Hesitation to Hire Foreigners First, please note that according to Japanese labor laws, terminating

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About Hello World Japan – a community to help foreign IT talents thrive in Japan

A community to help foreign IT talents network and thrive in Japan Why I started the Hello World Japan community? A story about who am I, how I came to Japan, fell down, leave Japan and come back. init: A million-dollar lesson My name is Shih-Wen Su, founder of Hello World Japan, and a foreigner

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