Japan rocks, no doubt about it. I've lived here for 18 years and have no intention to go back to the States.
But, to get a job in Japan, you really need the language. Without that, your options, honestly, are very limited. There are a couple of hospitals in Tokyo that cater exclusively to the foreign community, so you may be able to snag something there while you bone up on your Japanese, but I have no references for you now - I'm in airport and killing time at the moment.
The hospital that comes to mind right now is in the Toranomon area of Tokyo. Tokyo/Yokohama is your best bet to get a job in your field. Of course, if your girlfriend wants to go to somewhere like Niigata, well, I can't help.
2007-01-27 15:33:38
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answered by insomniac_abroad 2
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Living almost anywhere is better than the US with perhaps the exception of housing. Japan is a lot more fun, wages are probably HIGHER, but hours and commutes will be long and things are expensive (thus the higher wages).
I think everyone should try to live in at least one foreign country for a few years of their life. In my case I left the USA 15 years ago and have lived in a lot of places including Germany, Russia, Nigeria, and currently Philippines. Since I've been away I opened my eyes to the fact that all of these places (and probably many others) are nicer for me to live in than the US, which I hope I never have to go back to.
2007-01-24 20:14:14
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answered by Sanmigsean 6
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To work in Japan, you need a work visa. To get a work visa you need to have a job offer waiting for you before you arrive. Most jobs require that you have a BA/ BS degree. Do you ? I'd suggest you two try to find work here in the US. It will be very hard to find work in Japan unless you can read / write / and speak Japanese well. Most Americans teach English.
2007-01-25 10:35:54
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answered by Vinegar Taster 7
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I think you will find it very tough to get a nursing job in Japan unless you are fluent in the language. There is a sizable Philipine community here in the larger cities but they mostly work in service industries like music or catering, I believe.Hope it works out for you
2007-01-24 16:29:05
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answered by andy c 7
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The U.S. is better. Not that Japan is bad. But the US has a way higher waging system, and housindg is better here. But Japan might be fun to try out for a few months. But remember its crowded, has bad wages, and most of all its polluted more than New York.
2007-01-24 16:28:56
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answered by Mr. Fisher 2
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For your case, I say USA. I have been in Japan 3.5 years, and I think that time was great. In the bigger picture, life in the USA will probably suit your job and life much better.
2007-01-25 08:07:09
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answered by Anonymous
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Simple enough.....if you think life is better somewhere else, then leave. Knock yourself out.
2007-01-24 16:29:35
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answered by wildraft1 6
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JAPAN IS BEST!
2007-01-24 17:05:36
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answered by Japan_is_home 5
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