Friday, 02/Jan/2026
How to Prepare for TITP
Preparing for the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) requires a blend of language proficiency, technical skill, and legal compliance. For Bangladeshi workers, the process is highly regulated by Ministry of Expatriates’ welfare and Overseas Employment and the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET). It also involves specific Sending Organizations (SO) approved by the Ministry.
How to prepare effectively:
Language Preparation (The Most Critical Step)
While TITP theoretically allows entry at a lower Japanese Language Proficiency like JLPT N5 or equivalent level, in practice one must be able to succeed in a competitive interview and to handle daily life in Japan.
What to aim: Though JLPT N5 or equivalent level is enough for the TITP, one should aim for completing JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic level before going to Japan so that one can easily transition to the "Specified Skilled Worker (SSW)" status later.
Study Focus: One should focus on Irodori or Minna no Nihongo textbooks. Pay special attention to listening and speaking, as you will face interviews with Japanese employers.
Duration: Typically requires 4–6 months of intensive study (roughly 300–400 hours).
Vocational & Skill Training
One must choose a specific trade (e.g., Construction, Agriculture, Food Processing, or Caregiving) have primary knowledge about to pass the SSW Skill exams easily in future as one will eventually need to pass a basic skill test in your chosen field.
Work Ethic: Japanese companies value "5S" (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke), which refers to workplace organization and discipline. Practicing these habits now will give you an advantage during the interviews and one’s stay in Japan.
"5S"
Seiri (Sort): Separate necessary items from unnecessary ones in the work area and remove the clutter, keeping only what's needed for the job.
Seiton(Set in Order/Straighten): Arrange needed items logically so they are easy to find, use, and return, ensuring "a place for everything and everything in its place".
Seiso (Shine/Scrub): Clean the workspace and equipment thoroughly, identifying and fixing sources of dirt or contamination.
Seiketsu (Standardize/Sanitize): Create rules and procedures to maintain the first three Ss (Sort, Set in Order, Shine) consistently, making abnormalities visible.
Shitsuke (Sustain/Self-Discipline): Develop the habit of following the 5S rules, making them part of the culture through discipline and commitment, enabling continuous improvement.
Choose a Licensed Sending Organization: Only use Sending Organizations approved by the Ministry. The organization like IM Japan (often through BMET) is a special route to go to Japan under the TITP.
Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 2–3 years.
Financial & Health Readiness
Health Check: One must be physically and mentally fit. Japan has strict health requirements. Chronic illnesses or certain physical conditions may disqualify you.
Awareness about the required fees: One must be aware of middlemen (Dalals) asking for huge sums of money. Not to pay exorbitant fees, one should contact with Japan Cell, Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, or Labour Wing, Embassy of Bangladesh, Tokyo.
Learn the Culture: One need to understand Japanese manners (bowing, punctuality, and trash disposal). This is often tested during the ‘Life Orientation’ phase.
Physical Stamina: Many TITP jobs (construction, farming) demands physical hard work. One should start a basic fitness routine before coming to Japan.
Document Management: One should keep one’s original academic certificates (SSC/HSC) and birth certificate, NID card ready and verified to ensure that the information on all the documents is same.
How to prepare effectively:
Language Preparation (The Most Critical Step)
While TITP theoretically allows entry at a lower Japanese Language Proficiency like JLPT N5 or equivalent level, in practice one must be able to succeed in a competitive interview and to handle daily life in Japan.
What to aim: Though JLPT N5 or equivalent level is enough for the TITP, one should aim for completing JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic level before going to Japan so that one can easily transition to the "Specified Skilled Worker (SSW)" status later.
Study Focus: One should focus on Irodori or Minna no Nihongo textbooks. Pay special attention to listening and speaking, as you will face interviews with Japanese employers.
Duration: Typically requires 4–6 months of intensive study (roughly 300–400 hours).
Vocational & Skill Training
One must choose a specific trade (e.g., Construction, Agriculture, Food Processing, or Caregiving) have primary knowledge about to pass the SSW Skill exams easily in future as one will eventually need to pass a basic skill test in your chosen field.
Work Ethic: Japanese companies value "5S" (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke), which refers to workplace organization and discipline. Practicing these habits now will give you an advantage during the interviews and one’s stay in Japan.
"5S"
Seiri (Sort): Separate necessary items from unnecessary ones in the work area and remove the clutter, keeping only what's needed for the job.
Seiton(Set in Order/Straighten): Arrange needed items logically so they are easy to find, use, and return, ensuring "a place for everything and everything in its place".
Seiso (Shine/Scrub): Clean the workspace and equipment thoroughly, identifying and fixing sources of dirt or contamination.
Seiketsu (Standardize/Sanitize): Create rules and procedures to maintain the first three Ss (Sort, Set in Order, Shine) consistently, making abnormalities visible.
Shitsuke (Sustain/Self-Discipline): Develop the habit of following the 5S rules, making them part of the culture through discipline and commitment, enabling continuous improvement.
Choose a Licensed Sending Organization: Only use Sending Organizations approved by the Ministry. The organization like IM Japan (often through BMET) is a special route to go to Japan under the TITP.
Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 2–3 years.
Financial & Health Readiness
Health Check: One must be physically and mentally fit. Japan has strict health requirements. Chronic illnesses or certain physical conditions may disqualify you.
Awareness about the required fees: One must be aware of middlemen (Dalals) asking for huge sums of money. Not to pay exorbitant fees, one should contact with Japan Cell, Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, or Labour Wing, Embassy of Bangladesh, Tokyo.
Learn the Culture: One need to understand Japanese manners (bowing, punctuality, and trash disposal). This is often tested during the ‘Life Orientation’ phase.
Physical Stamina: Many TITP jobs (construction, farming) demands physical hard work. One should start a basic fitness routine before coming to Japan.
Document Management: One should keep one’s original academic certificates (SSC/HSC) and birth certificate, NID card ready and verified to ensure that the information on all the documents is same.
