In this episode of Design for Japan, Ting shares her journey moving from Taiwan to Japan as a designer. She shares her motivations for moving to Japan, the challenges of navigating the job market, and her experiences working in a Japanese company.
After a whole 6 years in Japan, Ting reflects on her experiences: the good, the bad and the ugly! She also talks about life in Tokyo, and her recent move to the countryside!
Takeaways from Ting's interview:
• Ting transitioned from biology to UX design due to a long-standing interest in design.
• She has worked in various roles, including web designer, mobile app designer, and user researcher.
• Ting moved to Japan seeking new experiences and opportunities in UX design.
• Her job search process in Japan involved a very large number of interviews and networking through LinkedIn.
• Ting was the first foreigner hired by her company from overseas, and experienced some struggles as a foreign employee.
• She finds the UX culture in her current company to be more mature and user-centered compared to previous companies.
• Living in Tokyo has evolved for Ting, especially during the pandemic, leading to a move to the outskirts of Tokyo for a quieter lifestyle.
• Despite enjoying her life in Japan, Ting faces challenges as a foreigner, particularly with language barriers.
• Ting emphasizes the importance of learning Japanese for effective communication in UX research.
• She encourages aspiring designers to consider their motivations and the quality of life in Japan.
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