Donggui Xishi

Articles

Articles

From images to video, people seem to spend less and less time with written words. I still prefer writing as a way to organize my thoughts, and I hope some readers are willing to slow down and read through them. When I have ideas and time, I will keep updating existing topics and adding new ones. You are welcome to come back anytime.

Japan Visas5 postsLearning Japanese11 postsSide Hustle Insights11 postsWorking and Living in Japan23 posts
Side Hustle InsightsTranslation

Learning Paid Traffic Is How You Spend Money Where It Actually Matters

Many people who start a side hustle or small business are reluctant to spend money on ads. But real small-business examples often show that smart paid traffic is what connects your product, service, and target customers.

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There Is Nothing New Under the Sun. In the AI Boom, a Good Side Hustle Is Still Selling Shovels

If you are wondering whether to start a small business, my honest advice is simple: keep the idea simple at first. Do not begin by imagining platforms, traffic machines, or passive income. Start with something small, concrete, and useful, earn your first real money, and experience what entrepreneurship actually feels like.

Learning JapaneseTranslation

10 Japanese Phrases That Help Beginners Take a Shortcut

Ten high-frequency Japanese phrases for beginners who need to communicate in real work and daily-life situations in Japan.

Learning JapaneseTranslation

Japanese Grammar Matters, But Context and Emotion Matter Even More

Thoughts on context and emotional nuance in Japanese, starting from expressions such as あげます, もらいます, and くれます.

Learning JapaneseTranslation

Thinking More Deeply About Japanese Through Simple Greetings

Reflections on Japanese greetings such as ありがとう and ございます, and what they reveal about honorifics, language sense, and daily communication.

Japan VisasTranslation

Complete Guide to Applying for a Japanese Language School Visa

A practical guide to choosing a Japanese language school, preparing documents, applying for a Certificate of Eligibility, getting the visa, and entering Japan.

Japan VisasTranslation

From Student Visa to Work Visa in Japan: Experience and Practical Guide

A practical account of changing from a Japanese student visa to an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services work visa, including documents, process, and personal notes.

Japan VisasTranslation

Major Changes to Japan's Business Manager Visa from October 16, 2025

An explanation of Japan's new Business Manager visa requirements, including capital, Japanese ability, employment, business plans, and transition rules.

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Starting Elementary School in Japan: From Anxiety to Reassurance

A personal account of applying for public elementary school in Japan, the school meeting, preparation, and early school life.

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Three Years in Japan: Commuting, Parenting, and Work

Observations after three years in Japan on commuting, a child's Japanese growth, work realities, and public services.