Today, I would like to introduce the 30 most frequently asked questions in Japanese company interviews. If you don’t learn the frequently asked questions, you will not be able to give a good answer on the day of the interview and you will fall into a serious interview.
Interviews are a crucial time that will change your future.
First, learn the frequently asked questions and prepare well.
1. Let’s study the characteristics of the company.
2. Research your competitors and make a difference.
3. Make sure to appeal to yourself why you have to be chosen by this company.
4. Answer the questions clearly. Don’t keep talking for a long time.
Frequently asked questions at Japanese companies.
Q1 Please give me self-promotion.
Q1自己宣伝をお願いします。
Q2 Why do you want to get a job in Japan?
Q2なぜ日本に就職したいのですか？
Q3 What is the difference between Japan and your country?
Q3日本とあなたの国の違いは何ですか？
Q4 What did you learn at university?
Q4大学で何を学びましたか？
Q5 Please tell us about your background and experience.
Q5経歴と経験を教えてください。
Q6 Do you have any achievements or successful experiences in your work so far?
Q6これまでの仕事で、何か成果や成功した経験はありますか？
Q7 What would you do if you made a mistake at work?
Q7仕事で間違えたらどうしますか？
Q8 When do you find your job worthwhile?
Q8仕事にやりがいを感じるのはいつですか？
Q9 Is there anything you value in your work?
Q9仕事で大切にしていることはありますか？
Q10 Why did you quit your previous job?
Q10なぜ前の仕事を辞めたのですか？
Q11 Please explain our products and services.
Q11当社の製品やサービスについて教えてください。
Q12 What is the reason for wanting this job?
Q12この仕事をしたい理由は何ですか？
Q13 Why did you choose us when there are many similar companies?
Q13似たような会社が多いのに、なぜ私たちを選んだのですか？
Q14 What do you think is the most important thing in this job?
Q14この仕事で一番大事なことは何だと思いますか？
Q15 How do you think we can utilize our experience and skills so far?
Q15これまでの経験やスキルをどのように活用できると思いますか。
Q16 What do you want to do and challenge at our company?
Q16当社で何をしたい、挑戦したいですか？
Q17 Are there any other companies that are interviewed?
Q17インタビューを受けている会社は他にありますか？
Q18 Please tell me your desired annual income (monthly income).
Q18希望する年収（月収）を教えてください。
Q19 Please tell me when you can join the company.
Q19入社時期を教えてください。
Q20 Do you have a preference for work location (work area)?
Q20作業場所（作業エリア）は好きですか？
Q21 What are the criteria for choosing a new job (place of employment)?
About yourself, your career plan, and your dreams for the future.
Q21新しい仕事（就職先）を選ぶ基準は何ですか？
あなた自身、あなたのキャリアプラン、そしてあなたの将来の夢について
Q22 Please tell us about your strengths and weaknesses.
Q22長所と短所を教えてください。
Q23 What kind of person do people around you describe you?
Q23あなたの周りの人はあなたをどのような人と表現していますか？
Q24 What are your challenges now?
Q24今の課題は何ですか？
Q25 What skills do you want to acquire?
Q25どのようなスキルを身につけたいですか？
Q26 Please tell us the latest news you are interested in.
Q26興味のある最新ニュースを教えてください。
Q27 How long do you plan to stay in Japan in the future? Won’t your parents tell you to come back?
Q27今後、日本にどのくらい滞在する予定ですか？あなたの両親はあなたに戻ってくるように言いませんか？
Q28 Please tell us about your future career plan.
Q28今後のキャリアプランについて教えてください。
Q29 What are your dreams for the future?
Q29今後の夢は？
Q30 Do you have any questions?
Q30質問はありますか？
The 30 most frequently asked questions in Japanese company interviews for foreginers.
