About the job search meeting with Manabink LLC (Duration – approximately 40 minutes)

Purpose of the meeting

Manabink LLC's role is 'not to directly provide jobs, but to work with you to select the best job for you and to provide support in obtaining employment.

Therefore, during the meeting, we will listen in detail to your career path, salary expectations, work location preferences, etc., and select companies that are suitable for you.

Ultimately, whether or not you can obtain a job depends on your own efforts. While we will provide preparation, advice, and recommendations to companies, interview success is related to your individual efforts alone.

You can also search for jobs on your own. However, by using Manabink LLC, you can receive the following benefits:

Meeting Agenda

Discussion on job selection

  • What kind of work do you want to do?
  • What education/experience does it align with?
  • What salary and work location do you expect?
  • What do you think the employment type (permanent/contract/contractor) should be?
  • Discussion about salary amount (給料の額)"

Selecting suitable companies for you

  • Searching for jobs that match your requirements
  • Selecting companies that are suitable for you

Application preparation and resume review

  • Writing and editing
  • Correcting weaknesses to increase application success rate
  • Checking completeness of required information (phone number, email, etc.)

Document screening → Interview preparation

  • Preparing for the interview if the document screening stage is successful
  • Conducting interview practice sessions if necessary
  • Providing videos that will help with interview preparation

Interview → Job offer → Negotiating terms and conditions

Interview preparation points

■ What to say at the beginning of the interview

「本日はお時間をいただき、誠にありがとうございます。私は〇〇と申します。どうぞよろしくお願いいたします。」

■ Closing of the interview (at the end)

「本日はありがとうございました。」（今日はありがとうございました。）

※Notice: Do not use 'お疲れ様でした (Otsukaresama deshita).' It can be considered rude from the applicant's position.

Words that should not be used during a Japanese job application agreement interview

In Japanese business culture, the phrases 「お疲れ様でした」(Otsukaresama deshita) and 「いつもお世話になっております」(Itsumo osewa ni natte orimasu) are frequently used. However, it is important to be aware of in what situations and to whom these should be said.

  • 「お疲れ様でした」is only used among employees and managers within the company where you work. It should never be used for people outside your company. Using it during an interview is inappropriate.
  • 「いつもお世話になっております」is used when frequently meeting people outside your company. However, it should also not be used during an interview.

👉 Do not use the above phrases during an interview.မသုံးပါနှင့်။
Instead, use simple and polite phrases as follows:

  • 「よろしくお願いします」(Yoroshiku onegai shimasu) - Nice to meet you.
  • 「ありがとうございました」(Arigatou gozaimashita) – Thank you very much.

The above phrases are polite and appropriate to use in any interview.

■ Topics frequently asked during interviews and how to answer them

● Current employment situation and reasons for changing jobs

● Reasons for choosing this company and interest in this position

● Your experience and skills

● What you studied at university

Do not use 「お母さん」(okaasan) or 「お父さん」(otousan); instead say 「私の母」(watashi no haha) or 「私の父」(watashi no chichi)

● Desire to improve Japanese language proficiency (especially communication skills)

● Follow Japanese business etiquette and use honorific language correctly

Use 「御社（おんしゃ）」instead of 「あなたの会社」

Job offer and negotiating terms and conditions

  • After receiving a job offer, time is available for consideration
    • After receiving the Offer Letter, approximately 10 days are available to decide whether to accept the job.
    • If there are interviews at other companies, there is an opportunity to compare and evaluate.
    • Since salaries and job responsibilities may vary slightly from company to company, precise negotiation is necessary.
    • Manabink LLC can negotiate on your behalf for salary, vacation days, etc.
  • Discussing and negotiating salary and job responsibilities
    • After receiving a job offer, you can discuss an appropriate salary rate and job responsibilities for you.
    • It is necessary to clearly negotiate regarding career advancement and the future.

Video for interview preparation

Interview preparation is a crucial point for obtaining employment
You can study the video through the link below and prepare for the interview.

▶ [Interview Preparation Video LINK] 'There are articles from 1 to 10.
https://manabink.com/en/2020/01/21/how-to-pass-a-japanese-job-interview-1/

Advantages of Manabink LLC

✅ Resume review → To increase document screening success rate
✅ Interview practice → To increase interview success rate (if time is available)
✅ Providing a recommendation (reference letter) to the company → To increase document screening success rate
✅ Negotiating salary and job responsibilities → To obtain the best employment
✅ Free service for job seekers → According to Japanese laws, job seekers do not have to pay for our services, nor do they receive any income. Therefore, Manabink LLC provides all services free of charge.

Summary

Manabink LLC will work with you to find the best job and provide support in obtaining employment. Try your best to find the best job and may you succeed!

Basics of resume writing in Japan

👉 Resume template format (to download)ダウンロード
  1. Fill in a new date
    • Estimate the date you will send the resume and write the date.
    • If submitted with a date more than one month old, companies may not accept it.
  2. Fill in email address and mobile number
    • Fill in accurate information where the company can contact you.
    • Check whether the email address being used is correct.
  3. The photo is important (it affects the first impression)
    • Attire:
      • Men → White shirt, necktie and jacket (a suit is also acceptable as it is commonly preferred).
      • Women → Wear a blouse or shirt with a collar.
    • Facial expression:
      • Smile slightly like the Mona Lisa.
      • Should not show teeth.
    • When taking photos, things to be aware of:
      • Take the photo facing directly forward (no side angle, no need to show respect).
      • If taking with a phone, do not take from above or below.
      • Background should be white (light gray is also acceptable, but should not be black).
  4. Fill in education and work experience accurately
    • Education → Record starting from high school.
    • Work experience → Write in chronological order with details.
  5. Write self-promotion (PR) and job application statement
    • "Express briefly and concisely.
    • If the writing is incorrect, you can use ChatGPT or Claude to compose it in correct Burmese.
  6. Other points
    • If there are spelling errors, correct them.
    • Print on A4 size paper.
    • If writing by hand, write neatly with a black ballpoint pen.

A resume is an important document that will determine your first impression. Prepare it carefully!

Career history summary guide（職務経歴書）

What is a career history summary?

Download the work experience record template (Word file)ダウンロード

Purpose: To present your professional skills, experience, and strengths to the company you are applying to.

Format: Approximately 1-2 A4 sheets, writing in portrait orientation is standard.

Difference from a resume（履歴書）: Describe work experience and skills in more detail than a resume.

Key points when writing

Describing professional skills

  • Describe in detail past work experience and achievements.
  • Also describe licenses, qualifications, and applicable skills.
  • Part-time work experience and training can also be information worth presenting.

Tailoring to match the company you are applying to

  • Write content appropriate for each company and do not use the same one repeatedly.
  • Write in connection with the skills and experience that the company needs.

Layout that is easy to read

  • Font size approximately 10.5-12pt.
  • Use appropriate paragraph breaks and bullet points to make it easy to read.
  • Title,' 'Name,' 'Date,' and 'Work History' are essential points that must be included.

Career history summary sample

Career history summary

Name: 〇〇 〇〇

Date: February 11, 2026

Work summary

Over the past 〇 years, I have performed 〇〇 job duties in the 〇〇 business field.
Especially in 〇〇 work, I achieved 〇〇 successes by utilizing 〇〇 skills.

Work history

〇〇 Company (From Month X, 20XX to present)
Employment period: From Month X, 20XX to present
Employment type: Permanent employee

Job responsibilities:

  • Performing 〇〇 job duties and leading 〇〇 projects
  • Making 〇〇 improvements resulting in a 〇% increase in productivity
  • Managing 〇 team members as a team leader

Skills and qualifications

Qualifications: 〇〇 certificate (Acquired: Month X, 20XX)
Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), 〇〇 software
Languages: Japanese (JLPT N2), English (TOEIC 〇〇 score)

Personal summary

I have experience in the 〇〇 field and am skilled in 〇〇 problem-solving and business improvements. In particular, through 〇〇 experience, I have been able to demonstrate teamwork and leadership abilities.

Going forward, I believe I can further develop my expertise in the 〇〇 field at your company and contribute.

Basic methods and preparations for interviews

1. About interview formats

  • Online interviews are becoming more common, and the final interview may still be face-to-face
  • Check the interview details on the company's information or official website
2. Appropriate mindset and preparation for interviews
  • It is important to respond from the employer's perspective
  • You must demonstrate the points where you are better than others
  • You need to show why the company should choose you
3. Important points
  • Japanese language proficiency is the most important
    • Among those with the same skills and experience, the person with better Japanese language ability will be chosen
    • Generally, you will have to work more with Japanese people
    • Although reading and writing can be supplemented with AI technology, speaking proficiency must be done by yourself
4. Questions that must be prepared and answered when asked
  • Please introduce yourself for about one minute.
  • Why did you apply to this company?
  • How much have you researched this industry?
  • About previous work experience and education
  • Reasons for leaving the job
  • How do you want to work in Japan? (Commonly asked to foreigners)
  • What do your parents think about this decision?
5. Appropriate behaviors during interviews
  • Say 'はい (Hai)' clearly (should not say 'うん (Un)')
  • Must smile (should not laugh too much, should not have an expressionless face)
  • Look at yourself in front of a mirror and practice your expressions in advance
6. Asking questions at the end of the interview
  • You can ask questions such as 'How should I prepare to start work?
  • You can ask further clarifying questions during the interview

Tips for using online computers for interviews

In today's era, interviews are commonly held online. For interviews, it is strongly recommended to use a computer rather than a cell phone. If you don't have your own computer, you can borrow from friends, but buying your own computer is better.

A good option is to purchase a second-hand laptop. It is affordable and sufficient for interviews. For example, a Panasonic Let's Note laptop, even though it's about 7 years old, had an original price of ¥200,000 Japanese yen (the second-hand price is no more than ¥20,000 yen) and can be purchased. Some models come with Microsoft Office already installed, making it a very good investment for work.

Make sure to complete all preparations for the interview and achieve success!