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Unbricking my MacBook took an email to Tim Cook
After my lost MacBook was returned to me with an Activation Lock on it, Apple refused to unlock it. Only after emailing Tim Cook could I get it unlocked.
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Not setting up Find My bricked my MacBook
How I had paid ¥77,619 (500 USD) to have a bricked MacBook returned to me.
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Suica, Japan's First IC Transit Card
The humble Suica card was developed in the 90’s and has kept Japan moving for almost three decades. Here’s the story of how it came to be.
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All code is technical debt
As adding more code to a product will slow down development, we should view all code as technical debt.
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How I Got a Digital Nomad Visa for Japan
Curious about living in Japan? Learn from Christian, one of the first digital nomad visa holders, as he shares his experience and tips for obtaining the visa.
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The English Paradox: Four decades of life and language in Japan
A personal perspective on the complex role English plays in Japan.
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Magic: The Gathering took me from N2 to Japanese fluency
Passing the JLPT N2 is one thing, but actively managing projects in Japanese is another. This is how I used Magic: The Gathering to bridge the gap from academic study to professional confidence in Tokyo.
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Doing a Machine Learning PhD While Working in Japan
An American MEXT scholar shares the pros and cons of doing a PhD in Japan, from funding and part-time work to university life and career options.
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Working and Communicating with Japanese Engineers
Working on an international tech team comes with communication challenges that go beyond just language. Here’s some practical advice I’ve gathered in my ten years of working in Japan.
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Legally operating a job board in Japan
Operating a job board in Japan can lead to legal issues if not properly licensed. This article explains the legal requirements and guidelines for running a job board without facing penalties.
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VTubing: How a Japanese Phenomenon Is Going Worldwide
While Japanese agencies continue to dominate the industry, non-Japanese VTubers are forging their own unique paths to success.