You reached out.
You sent your CV.
Still no reply.
It’s usually not about being “not good enough.”
1. If You’re Not in Japan
It’s not ignoring — it’s infeasible.
Most recruiters operate domestically.
Their clients want candidates who can join quickly and with low risk.
👉 Overseas = visa uncertainty + higher cost
👉 Result: they simply don’t proceed
2. If You’re in Japan
Then it’s about selection.
Recruiters ask one question:
👉 “Can I place this candidate?”
If the answer is unclear, they move on.
Common reasons:
- Your experience is hard to explain or sell
- Your communication isn’t interview-ready
- Your career path looks unstable
- Your expectations don’t match the market
✨ The Truth
Recruiters don’t work for you.
They work for companies.
👉 No reply doesn’t always mean rejection
👉 It often means: you’re not in scope
Tokyo Asabana｜東京朝花
Founder: Serena He
Nationally Certified Career Consultant / MBA
Education & Career Strategy Consultant for International Residents in Japan
hello@tokyoasabana.com