Gentlemen, your interview technique SUCKS!
I've seen it with my own eyes, and heard about it from other pilots.
If you really DO hope to score a job here in Japan (or elsewhere), here are a few do NOTs to remember....
* Do NOT wear "loud" shirts, ties, or trousers. They might have cost you a lot of $$$'s, but they make the WRONG statement at interview time.
A simple suit, with a white, or pastel coloured (matching, as opposed to clashing) shirt, is the preferred attire.
* Do NOT wear suede shoes - they look too much like unpolished leather shoes. Buffed shoes are the way to go.
* Do NOT cross your legs/slouch in the chair.
* Do NOT try to b.s with your flight times. The Japanese are very thorough and particular in this area. JCAB have cancelled check flights before they begin, because of discrepancies of only 2 or 3 minutes!
And some DO's....
* DO try to have a knowledge of some of the basic customs - a bow, as well as a handshake on introduction, is an indication to THEM that YOU are somewhat familiar with Japanese customs, and willing to accept their way.
* DO try to learn a couple of basic words/phrases....Hajimema****e (Haj-ee-may-mash-te....pleased to meet you), is a good starter.
It does seem somewhat strange to have to highlight the foregoing, but there are some guys who undoubtedly qualify for the job, but put THEMSELVES out of contention.