This may seem foolish, but I've always been afraid that I won't be able to move to Japan because it will become to crowded. That's just the way I am. I have dedicated alot of time to studying the culture and learning the language. Would anyone mind giving me some tips on how to get to Japan easier without getting stressed. I can see that my future is in Japan, but I can't help but worry about so many daunting things. Would anyone mind giving me some tips or comfort?
2006-07-15 18:09:00 · 6 answers · asked by Xx Kesshin Xx 2 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Japan
I am an English teacher in Japan and I think your best guidance will be patience.
Not all cities in Japan are super crowded. I live in Koriyama, a city of 350,000 and life here is quite pleasent. It isn't crowded but yet it isn't so small that it is boring. If you are afraid of the crowds, then request to NOT work in Tokyo or Osaka.
The language barrier is quite hard. Remember this. 8 hours a day, 5 days a week you are an English instructor. Be thankful you don't need it at work. Study your books. Ask the staff at your school if you require extra help. In many places there are private schools that teach foriegners Japanese. It is quite cheap. Make friends. Dont be shy. Make Japanese friends and other foriegner friends. It is good to have both. Starbucks is usually a big foriegner hangout and there are usually at least a couple bars in every city that are famous for being foriegner hangouts. Everyone in Japan is very kind and will be helpful in answering your questions. Don't worry! The first few months will be difficult, but once you get used to it, it'll be the best experience of your life!!!
2006-07-15 20:49:46 · answer #1 · answered by Adam 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Oh my! we have the same plan! I have loved Japan for a long time! I will share with you my "game plan" in preparing myself to go to Japan and teach. Of course a Bachelor's degree is a must and I am currently in my junior year in college and a History major. Most companies don't really care about your major, as long as you received your degree from an American college or university. I am going to Japan this coming Spring 2007 through a study abroad program but I plan to stay there for a year to really learn the language as much as I can.... While you're at it, you might want to volunteer as an ESL tutor because it would really count as a job experience that could dramatically improve your resume and up your chances of being hired.
As for getting there, many companies like NOVA (http://www.teachinjapan.com/) hire aspiring teachers to go to Japan... check it out!
2006-07-15 22:26:11 · answer #2 · answered by Arashikitty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try contacting several colleges and let them know you are interested ask what additional courses, degree's you may need to teach English in Japan.
Have at least two semesters of Japanese or speak it fluently...perhaps living there for a little while as well.
I bet they will be willing to give you insight!
Check out the site below for some help.
Good luck!
2006-07-15 18:17:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a bicycle.
having a 4 wheeled car is a pain in the butt to deal with.
after you buy it, you have to go through another round about with tagging it, and temp tags, and japanese compusory insurance (everyone has to have it) and then regular insurance, you are going to easily end up spending an extra thousand american dollars just getting the car on the road to drive. and that isn't including the cost of the car to begin with!
also have comffy walking shoes. and learn how to ride the train.
2006-07-17 02:34:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
to be a real Mangaka, i might say sure. you may desire to appreciate the eastern language ok and there is not greater effective place to examine eastern than going to Japan. yet there are 1000's of Mangakas who're continuously competing against one yet another for their manga to printed in many things. it is going to likely be a problematic rode for you yet as long as you maintain on attempting and don't provide up, you additionally could make it
2016-10-07 23:31:33 · answer #5 · answered by kinjorski 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the Japanese Embassy in your nearest city. They should be the one's to assist you properly.
2006-07-15 18:16:19 · answer #6 · answered by KelBean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋