What students will be able to do after this lecture

By the end of this lecture, students will be able to:

• Understand why Japan is actively hiring international professionals, especially Indian engineers

• Identify key industries in Japan that offer strong job opportunities for Indian professionals

• Recognize which technical skills and experience levels are most in demand in the Japanese job market

• Understand why Japanese companies value Indian engineers and what strengths they look for

• Explain how basic Japanese language skills improve hiring chances and career growth

• Build a realistic picture of career paths in Japan, from entry-level to senior roles

What You Will Learn in Section 2 – Lecture 2

By the end of this lecture, you will be able to:

• Understand how the Japanese work visa system works in simple terms

• Explain the difference between a “work visa” and a “work permit” in Japan

• Identify the main visa types for IT engineers, including the Engineer visa and HSP

• Understand which visa is suitable based on your job role, not your nationality

• Know whether JLPT is legally required for an IT engineer work visa

• Understand the basic visa application flow, including company sponsorship and COE

• Feel more confident about working and building a long-term career in Japan as an IT engineer

What You Will Learn in Section 3 – Lecture 1

By the end of this lecture, you will be able to:

• Understand why greetings are extremely important in Japanese workplaces

• Use basic Japanese greetings appropriately in professional situations

• Choose the correct greeting based on time and context (morning, daytime, evening)

• Respond naturally and politely when greeted by colleagues or interviewers

• Make a positive first impression using simple Japanese, even as a beginner

• Feel more confident communicating in Japanese at work from day one

Section 3 | Lecture 2 (Numbers, Time, and Dates)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand and recognize basic Japanese numbers (0–10, 10, 100, 1,000, 10,000) used in the workplace

• Accurately understand numbers related to meetings, deadlines, prices, and schedules

• Use and recognize days of the week and basic date expressions such as today, tomorrow, and next week

• Ask and tell the time in Japanese using standard workplace expressions

• Use practical time-related phrases such as “The meeting is at 3:00” and “Please wait five minutes”

• Understand how to say months and calendar dates correctly in Japanese

• Recognize irregular date readings (e.g., the 1st, 14th, 20th) to avoid misunderstandings

• Communicate time and date information clearly and confidently in Japanese workplace situations

Section 3 | Lecture 3 (Real Workplace Sentences Using Numbers, Time, and Dates)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Use numbers, time, and dates together naturally in real Japanese workplace sentences

• Talk about meeting schedules, including start time, end time, date, and location

• Ask and answer questions about meeting times in a polite and professional way

• Clearly state deadlines using common workplace expressions such as “by tomorrow” or “by the 15th”

• Make polite requests related to deadlines (e.g., asking someone to submit work by a certain date)

• Give realistic time estimates for tasks using expressions like “It takes 30 minutes” or “about two hours”

• Ask about and confirm deadlines politely with managers or colleagues

• Confirm completion times clearly (e.g., “I will finish it by 5 p.m.”)

• Use polite closing expressions to maintain smooth and professional workplace communication

• Understand and participate in simple, realistic workplace dialogues involving schedules and deadlines

Section 3 | Lecture 4 (Polite Forms: です・ます Structure)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand the role of です (desu) and ます (masu) as the foundation of polite Japanese

• Use です correctly with nouns and adjectives to make polite and professional statements

• Use ます with verbs to describe actions politely in workplace situations

• Form polite negative sentences using じゃありません／ではありません and ません

• Talk about present and past situations politely using でした and ました

• Express past negative situations clearly with じゃありませんでした and ませんでした

• Communicate clearly and politely in meetings, daily workplace conversations, and status updates

• Use essential polite workplace expressions such as offering help, confirming understanding, and requesting documents

• Apply polite forms appropriately in interviews, self-introductions, emails, and customer interactions

• Understand how polite language supports respect, harmony, appropriate professional distance, and reliability in Japanese workplaces

Section 3 | Lecture 5 (Self-Introductions Template for Work & Interviews)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Give a clear, polite, and professional self-introduction in Japanese

• Use a standard Japanese self-introduction structure appropriate for workplaces and interviews

• Introduce themselves using polite opening and closing expressions

• Say their name politely using professional expressions suitable for formal situations

• Clearly state their company name and job position in Japanese

• Describe their work experience using natural and commonly used Japanese patterns

• Explain their technical background or field of expertise in a clear and professional way

• Talk about their skills and strengths using appropriate Japanese expressions

• Adjust their self-introduction for different contexts, such as meetings or job interviews

• Create and confidently deliver a personalized self-introduction using a practical template

Section 3 | Lecture 6 (Workplace Phrases for Daily Communication)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Use common Japanese workplace greetings naturally when arriving at and leaving the office

• Greet colleagues appropriately using expressions that reflect Japanese work culture

• Ask questions politely and professionally in daily workplace situations

• Clearly express when you do not understand and request clarification without sounding rude

• Confirm information accurately to avoid mistakes and misunderstandings

• Ask about tasks, schedules, meetings, and deadlines in a natural and polite way

• Check colleagues’ availability and offer help respectfully

• Respond appropriately with polite expressions of thanks and apologies

• Apply basic cultural etiquette such as bowing, using both hands, and appropriate meeting behavior

• Communicate more smoothly, professionally, and confidently in a Japanese workplace using simple daily phrases

Section 3 | Lecture 7 (Expressions for Asking & Offering Help)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Ask for help politely and naturally in a Japanese workplace

• Use soft, respectful expressions to make requests without sounding rude or direct

• Ask questions and request clarification in a professional and culturally appropriate way

• Offer help to colleagues politely and supportively

• Respond appropriately when help is offered or received

• Express gratitude clearly and professionally in workplace situations

• Avoid overly direct or inappropriate expressions that may cause discomfort

• Communicate in a way that supports teamwork, cooperation, and harmony

• Handle everyday workplace interactions more confidently and smoothly

• Build trust and positive relationships with colleagues through polite communication

Section 3 | Lecture 8 (Useful Email Expressions)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand the basic structure of Japanese business emails

• Write simple, polite, and professional workplace emails using fixed expressions

• Use appropriate greeting expressions at the beginning of business emails

• Clearly state the purpose of an email using standard Japanese phrases

• Make polite requests in emails without sounding direct or rude

• Use safe and natural closing expressions commonly used in Japanese business emails

• Recognize and understand frequently used Japanese workplace email phrases

• Write short, clear, and respectful emails that match Japanese business culture

• Communicate professionally by email even with beginner-level Japanese

• Feel confident handling basic workplace email communication in Japanese

Section 3 | Lecture 9 (Keigo Basics: Polite & Honorific Language)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand what keigo is and why it is essential in Japanese workplaces and interviews

• Distinguish between polite language (desu/masu), respectful language (sonkeigo), and humble language (kenjōgo)

• Know when keigo is required and when desu/masu is sufficient and safe

• Use basic respectful verbs appropriately when talking about superiors, clients, or interviewers

• Use basic humble verbs correctly when talking about their own actions in formal situations

• Apply minimum essential keigo expressions commonly used in interviews and daily work

• Respond politely and professionally to instructions from bosses or senior colleagues

• Avoid common mistakes that make Japanese sound too casual or rude at work

• Use safe strategies to sound polite, respectful, and professional in uncertain situations

• Participate more confidently in interviews and workplace conversations using basic keigo

Section 3 | Lecture 10 (Talking About Your Skills & Tools)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Talk about their technical skills in Japanese using simple, polite sentence patterns

• Explain what programming languages, tools, and frameworks they can use

• Describe general technical abilities such as front-end, back-end, database, or UI/UX work

• List multiple skills clearly and concisely in interviews and workplace conversations

• Talk about their work experience using natural and professional Japanese expressions

• State years of experience in a clear and polite way

• Express strengths and areas of proficiency confidently without sounding arrogant

• Combine skills, tools, and experience into a coherent self-introduction

• Communicate professional information effectively without complex grammar

• Feel confident introducing their skills and abilities in interviews, meetings, and first workplace interactions

Section 3 | Lecture 11 (Describing Your Project Experience in Japanese)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Explain your project experience in Japanese in a clear, structured, and professional way

• Describe the type of project you worked on using simple and effective expressions

• Clearly state your role and level of responsibility within a project

• Explain your daily tasks and responsibilities using short, professional sentences

• Mention the tools, technologies, and skills you used in a project

• Describe results and achievements without exaggeration, focusing on contribution and outcomes

• Answer common interview questions about projects, roles, tools, and challenges

• Talk about difficulties and problems calmly and professionally without sounding negative

• Show teamwork, responsibility, and problem-solving ability through structured explanations

• Participate more confidently in interviews and workplace discussions about your project experience

Section 3 | Lecture 12 (Explaining Problems & Issues in Japanese)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Report problems clearly and politely in Japanese workplace situations

• Explain technical issues (errors, system trouble, performance problems) using simple and professional expressions

• Communicate honestly when the cause of a problem is still unknown

• Describe the current situation and status of an issue in a calm and structured way

• Explain what actions they are taking to investigate or fix a problem

• Report delays responsibly and give clear time estimates

• Apologize appropriately while maintaining professionalism and accountability

• Propose solutions and next steps instead of only reporting problems

• Ask for support or assistance in a responsible and culturally appropriate way

• Build trust by communicating problems early, clearly, and with a problem-solving mindset

Section 3 | Lecture 13 (Reporting Progress)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Report work progress clearly and professionally in Japanese

• Use a simple three-step structure to explain completed tasks, current work, and next actions

• Describe finished tasks using clear past-tense expressions

• Explain ongoing work and current focus in daily standups and meetings

• State next tasks and short-term plans in a clear and polite way

• Report delays or issues calmly without sounding negative or irresponsible

• Give realistic time estimates and manage expectations professionally

• Use essential progress-related vocabulary such as tasks, progress, schedules, and deadlines

• Participate confidently in daily standups, weekly reports, and team meetings

• Sound more natural and polite by using softening expressions common in Japanese workplaces

Section 3 | Lecture 14 (Talking About Deadlines)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Ask about deadlines and schedules politely in Japanese workplace situations

• Confirm due dates and timelines clearly to avoid misunderstandings

• Communicate whether you can meet a deadline in a professional way

• Explain delays calmly and honestly without sounding careless or rude

• Give clear and realistic time estimates when work is delayed

• Request deadline extensions politely and appropriately

• Explain short, factual reasons for delays without emotional or excessive detail

• Propose schedule adjustments in a cooperative and respectful manner

• Avoid common communication mistakes when discussing deadlines in Japanese

• Build trust by handling deadline-related communication clearly, politely, and professionally

Section 3 | Lecture 15 (Setting Expectations)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Set clear and realistic expectations in Japanese workplace communication

• Explain what they can and cannot do in a polite and professional way

• Communicate how much time a task will realistically take

• Ask clearly for necessary information, time, or support

• Explain task difficulty honestly without sounding negative or uncooperative

• Confirm priorities when handling multiple tasks

• Say “no” or “it is difficult” politely while proposing realistic alternatives

• Ask for help, advice, or clarification in a respectful and cooperative manner

• Avoid vague promises and reduce misunderstandings at work

• Build trust and healthy teamwork through clear and honest expectation-setting

Section 3 | Lecture 16 (Giving and Receiving Feedback)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Receive positive feedback politely and humbly in Japanese workplace situations

• Respond to negative or corrective feedback calmly without making excuses

• Acknowledge feedback and show willingness to improve professionally

• Ask for feedback in a respectful and culturally appropriate way

• Give constructive feedback softly without sounding direct or aggressive

• Suggest improvements while maintaining harmony and good relationships

• Use softening expressions to reduce pressure and sound cooperative

• Avoid common mistakes when giving or receiving feedback in Japanese workplaces

• Communicate appreciation and recognition in a natural, professional manner

• Build trust and strong working relationships through effective feedback communication

Section 3 | Lecture 17 (Participating in Meetings)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Participate confidently in Japanese workplace meetings using polite and simple Japanese

• Ask for permission to speak before sharing opinions or questions

• State their opinions clearly using soft and respectful expressions

• Agree with others politely and show support in discussions

• Express disagreement indirectly without causing conflict or discomfort

• Ask questions in meetings in a calm and professional manner

• Confirm information such as deadlines, schedules, and decisions to avoid misunderstandings

• Understand and adapt to Japanese meeting culture, including silence and turn-taking

• Communicate ideas using short, clear sentences appropriate for meetings

• Contribute to meetings while maintaining harmony, respect, and professionalism

Section 3 | Lecture 18 (Asking for Clarification)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Ask for clarification politely in Japanese workplace situations

• Request someone to repeat information when they did not hear or understand clearly

• Say that they do not understand in a soft and professional way

• Ask speakers to use simpler or slower Japanese when necessary

• Confirm meanings, instructions, and intentions to avoid misunderstandings

• Summarize and repeat information to check understanding accurately

• Confirm deadlines, tasks, and schedules before taking action

• Ask for help or support politely without hesitation or embarrassment

• Avoid mistakes caused by guessing or staying silent

• Communicate more confidently and responsibly in meetings and daily work situations

Section 3 | Lecture 19 (Talking About Workload & Capacity)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Explain their workload honestly and politely in Japanese workplace situations

• Say that they are busy without sounding negative or uncooperative

• Clearly communicate their current capacity and work limits

• Explain what tasks they can handle and what is difficult at the moment

• Ask about task priorities when multiple requests are given

• Request more time or deadline adjustments in a professional way

• Negotiate workload calmly while maintaining trust and cooperation

• Avoid overcommitting by setting realistic boundaries

• Protect work quality and prevent burnout through clear communication

• Communicate responsibly and confidently about workload in Japanese teams

Section 3 | Lecture 20 (Real Workplace Scenarios)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Apply multiple Japanese workplace communication skills together in realistic situations

• Receive new tasks by confirming details, setting expectations, and proposing realistic timelines

• Participate in progress meetings by reporting status clearly and professionally

• Communicate problems early and honestly without sounding defensive

• Ask for clarification and confirm understanding in real-time workplace interactions

• Give and receive feedback politely during code reviews and discussions

• Discuss deadlines professionally and request extensions when necessary

• Communicate workload and capacity responsibly in complex situations

• Respond calmly and cooperatively in real Japanese workplace scenarios

• Integrate all learned expressions to communicate confidently and professionally at work

Section 4 | Lecture 1 (Introduction to Japanese Interviews)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand how Japanese job interviews differ from interviews in India

• Recognize that Japanese interviews evaluate personality, communication, and teamwork in addition to technical skills

• Understand the typical structure and flow of a Japanese interview

• Identify what Japanese interviewers are really looking for when they ask questions

• Demonstrate interview behaviors preferred by Japanese companies, such as calm speech and politeness

• Use appropriate interview manners, including greetings, tone of voice, and body language

• Avoid common mistakes that create a negative impression in Japanese interviews

• Communicate honestly and modestly without overselling themselves

• Build a positive first impression through short, clear, and polite answers

• Feel more confident and mentally prepared for Japanese-style job interviews

Section 4 | Lecture 2 (Self-Introduction Mastery)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Deliver a clear, short, and professional self-introduction in Japanese interviews

• Use a simple 4-step structure to organize your self-introduction effectively

• Introduce your background, experience, skills, and motivation politely

• Keep your self-introduction within an appropriate length (30–60 seconds)

• Highlight technical skills without boasting or giving unnecessary details

• Avoid common mistakes that create a negative first impression

• Use calm tone, polite language, and natural pacing when speaking

• Adapt a standard self-introduction template to your own experience

• Create a strong and positive first impression with simple Japanese

• Feel confident starting a Japanese job interview professionally

Section 4 | Lecture 3 (Why Japan? Why This Company?)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand what Japanese companies really evaluate when asking “Why Japan?” and “Why this company?”

• Explain your motivation to work in Japan with cultural awareness and sincerity

• Show long-term commitment and seriousness about working in Japan

• Use a clear 4-step structure to answer motivation questions logically

• Explain your desire for technical growth in a Japanese interview context

• Express company-specific interest by referring to projects, technologies, or values

• Avoid vague, generic, or unacceptable motivation answers

• Customize motivation answers for different companies effectively

• Communicate motivation calmly, politely, and concisely in Japanese

• Answer one of the most critical Japanese interview questions with confidence

Section 4 | Lecture 4 (Strengths & Weaknesses)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand how Japanese companies evaluate strengths and weaknesses differently from Western interviews

• Choose strengths that show both technical ability and cultural fit

• Explain strengths clearly using a short, structured, and professional format

• Support strengths with one concrete and relevant example

• Connect personal strengths to how they can contribute to the company

• Identify appropriate weaknesses that are honest, manageable, and safe to mention

• Avoid unacceptable or risky weakness answers in Japanese interviews

• Explain weaknesses professionally by showing effort and improvement

• Maintain a balance of confidence and humility when answering

• Respond to strengths and weaknesses questions calmly, politely, and within an appropriate time limit

Section 4 | Lecture 5 (Behavioral Questions & Troubleshooting)
What learners will be able to do after completing this lecture

• Understand what Japanese companies evaluate through behavioral interview questions

• Use the STAR method to structure clear and concise answers

• Explain past problem-solving experiences calmly and logically

• Describe technical troubles and how they were resolved in a professional way

• Handle conflict-related questions by emphasizing listening and cooperation

• Show teamwork, responsibility, and respect in challenging situations

• Avoid overly emotional, defensive, or self-centered answers

• Keep behavioral answers short, focused, and easy to understand

• Demonstrate calmness, humility, and reliability under pressure

• Respond confidently to behavioral interview questions in Japanese interviews