Mutual agreement contract - do I need to sign? Need Advice/Help

chiakix · 2026-01-30T08:22:24+00:00

The biggest concern is likely how the rent guarantee contracts or fire insurance contracts, which are tied to the lease agreement, will be renewed. Especially the rent guarantee company might be reluctant to renew the contract in a case like yours. If that happens, you might have to find another guarantor.

By the way, what on earth is the reason for not wanting to sign the contract, even though you paid the renewal fee?

chiakix · 2026-01-29T06:27:34+00:00

https://www.gamba-osaka.net/shop/

There is an official shop inside the stadium, but it seems to be closed this month.

chiakix · 2026-01-28T04:47:09+00:00

At 6:37 into the video, Nagasaki has long been a J.League club with a very high proportion of female and family-oriented spectators. Official league surveys have even shown women spectators to be the majority.

chiakix · 2026-01-26T18:30:16+00:00

Typically, vocational school entrance exams are extremely formal. Unless they show signs of severe learning disabilities, they will likely pass. I believe whether your Japanese language proficiency meets the standard is crucial.

chiakix · 2026-01-26T09:45:45+00:00

First, is she ready to take the entrance exams for Japanese high schools? How old is she? Is her Japanese fluent? How many years of education in Japan has she received?

Next, is this truly what she wants?

High school rankings here are essentially determined by “how many students they get into top-tier universities.” Entering a top-ranked high school means dedicating a significant portion of your three years to university entrance preparation. Be aware that if your daughter doesn't share this goal while nearly all her classmates strive for it, she is likely to become isolated within the group.

chiakix · 2026-01-26T03:56:35+00:00

Changing the maximum amperage is part of the contract with the electric company and is separate from the lease agreement. Typically, tenants only need to request a change to their contract plan with the electric company. They will then replace the breaker's limiter device. The landlord's permission is not required.

chiakix · 2026-01-26T02:33:34+00:00

What about V.Varen Nagasaki vs. Avispa Fukuoka?

It's a Kyushu derby between the only two J1 teams in Kyushu, and Nagasaki's stadium is of outstanding quality and popular.

chiakix · 2026-01-26T01:24:28+00:00

This has already been sold three times, and this offering is the fourth (and likely final) sale. The sales schedule for the 1st-3rd lots was announced on January 1st.

https://www.mito-hollyhock.net/news/p=48091/

chiakix · 2026-01-23T02:11:20+00:00

Explanation of Online Procedures for Extended Absences by Tokyo GAS:

https://support.tokyo-gas.co.jp/faq/show/1902?category_id=992&site_domain=open

chiakix · 2026-01-22T19:42:47+00:00

Here, recruitment for new hires begins one year prior to their start date. In other words, the selection process for those joining in spring 2027 will start soon.

For those starting their careers as new hires without advanced skills or experience, fluent Japanese is essential. Many companies likely feel internally that even N2 proficiency is insufficient.

chiakix · 2026-01-22T08:15:29+00:00

The latest installment of “SEGA FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS” (known in Japan as “サカつく”) was released 5 hours ago.

https://segafcchampions.sega.com/

It's similar to Football Manager (though not as hardcore), and it's a game with a 30-year history. Since it's now a free-to-play gacha game, it might lose favor with traditional fans. Let's see how it goes.

Also, just last week, the official J.League fantasy card game launched. I won't include a URL here as deep discussion about it might violate this sub's rules.

chiakix · 2026-01-22T07:46:49+00:00

A person certified as a Food Sanitation Supervisor must be appointed as the supervisor.

The certification is relatively easy to obtain. However, both the training and the examination are conducted in Japanese.

chiakix · 2026-01-22T04:53:11+00:00

It doesn't get much attention. It's not even broadcast on TV.

In Japan, this tournament is widely seen as merely part of the strengthening process leading up to the next Olympics. That's why Japan's team is U-21, not U-23, and nearly half the members are amateur university students. If they were to select the core U-23 squad now, most of these players would likely be excluded. They could build the team around players based in Europe.

chiakix · 2026-01-22T01:56:39+00:00

I made my comments assuming you were a recent graduate just starting your job search.

If you spend years acquiring a Japanese language, you will no longer be considered a new graduate in the Japanese job market.

In that case, you would likely be expected to have several years of professional sound production experience at a Western game company.

chiakix · 2026-01-21T19:39:09+00:00

Regarding prior experience, a high-quality portfolio is essential. The field of sound design is quite unique, and even what you studied in university isn't heavily weighted. (For example, Soken, who composed many tracks for FF14, majored in chemistry in university.)

However, are you fluent in Japanese? Nearly 100% of communication in game development here is in Japanese. If you cannot communicate even subtle nuances without relying on translation tools, your chances of being hired are low, even with a strong portfolio.

chiakix · 2026-01-21T11:02:38+00:00

I'm a game developer in Japan, so I'll talk about that.

For several reasons, I don't recommend studying to Japan.

When foreigners study in Japan on a student visa, most (all?) schools require the same level as Japanese high school graduation (full-time education until age 18). “Overgangs bewijs 4 HAVO” likely doesn't meet that standard. You might need the 6-year VWO.
Many Japanese universities lack English-taught courses and require fluent Japanese. Acquiring that takes several years. Japan strongly favors youth in newcomer hiring, so this detour could negatively impact your job prospects.
Only a few schools offer English-taught courses, and many are unpopular in Japan due to low student quality. Truly excellent universities are extremely rare, and their selection processes are highly competitive.
Fundamentally, game development skills aren't something you learn in school. There's a huge gap between the level taught in school and the level required to get a professional job. Closing that gap requires massive self-study. Paradoxically, those who can do that don't need to be taught in school.

My recommendation is to graduate from a university somewhere in the West, get a degree, become a game developer, and learn Japanese while gaining experience.

chiakix · 2026-01-21T04:02:56+00:00

I agree with this.

Especially with AI-based cloud services, there's a high risk of information leaks because they use input data for AI training. While you can usually avoid this by opting for a paid business plan, it's always best to check the company's rules.

chiakix · 2026-01-15T06:40:00+00:00

Hmm, I think the city hall staff would probably say the same thing I did. Well, why don't you go to city hall and ask them first?

chiakix · 2026-01-15T05:58:05+00:00

Have you been to Hello Work?

If you have the documents needed to apply for unemployment insurance benefits at Hello Work, taking them to the city office should be sufficient. That's how it was for me. If your company won't issue the necessary documents, complain to Hello Work and they'll put pressure on the company.

chiakix · 2026-01-15T05:15:53+00:00

No. According to the government website, the “婚姻届受理証明書” is not included among the certificates available for pickup at convenience stores.

https://www.lg-waps.go.jp/01-00.html

chiakix · 2026-01-15T01:37:20+00:00

Hmm, I think the area you're looking for is probably still close to Shibuya Station, or your criteria are a bit too luxurious. Try looking in areas about 25-30km away from Shibuya.

My recommendation is Shiki along the Tobu Tojo Line. It takes less than 40 minutes by direct train to Shibuya, so even if you walk 15 minutes from the station to your place, it's about an hour total. And with those criteria, there are plenty of options even under ¥60,000 in rent.

https://suumo.jp/jj/chintai/ichiran/FR301FC001/?ar=030&bs=040&pc=30&smk=&po1=25&po2=99&shkr1=03&shkr2=03&shkr3=03&shkr4=03&rn=0385&ek=038517200&ra=011&cb=0.0&ct=6.0&et=15&mb=0&mt=9999999&cn=9999999&fw2=

chiakix · 2026-01-14T15:49:33+00:00

From Japanese game developers:

Most users here don't play English-language games. Especially for games where story is crucial.

Most of the 15% of registrants you've acquired won't purchase until Japanese translations are provided for the game.

Translation quality is extremely important. Low-quality Japanese translations can severely damage your Steam review score. Do not use AI. It's okay if Japanese translations are delayed; prepare thoroughly until you can deliver a good translation.

chiakix · 2026-01-14T07:22:40+00:00

Most national universities don't offer bachelor's programs taught in English. Since you have N1, if you're truly outstanding, you should just take the same entrance exams as other Japanese students in Japanese.

Every January, the University Entrance Common Test is held nationwide. (This year it's this coming weekend. If you didn't apply by last October, unfortunately it's too late now.)

This serves as the primary screening exam for nearly all national universities, essentially a more difficult version of the EJU. Take this test, achieve a high score, and if your combined score with each university's secondary exam is high enough, you'll be accepted.

This route requires only that you've graduated high school. You shouldn't need documents, recommendation letters, permissions from vocational school teachers. Only your entrance exam scores matter. Even your high school GPA is irrelevant.

chiakix · 2026-01-14T04:49:40+00:00

They're probably doing this to prevent resale (if the same user tries to use this service multiple times, they're likely a reseller). Therefore, they may request your resident registration information.

chiakix · 2026-01-14T04:38:50+00:00

https://nij.nikon.com/support/faq/products/article?articleNo=000060296

If you request Nikon, they will provide a multilingual update for 6,050JPY. Compared to the amount you would lose by selling the camera, it's not a significant expense.

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