Mike J.

Dying to go back to Japan after studying abroad there in college and teaching English for a couple years. Take me back to the cheap izakaya and beer gardens!

What's the drinking culture like for work?

Mike J.

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This doesn't apply to everyone, but you know it can get bad when you see people passed out on the station platform on a Friday night.

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Where should I get souvenirs in Japan?

Mike J.

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If all else fails, there's the airport HAHA

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Could you possibly sponsor your own visa?

Mike J.

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I have a friend who did it. But he had to provide proof that he can support himself plus proof that he pays his taxes. It might be difficult to do straight off the bat.

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Is it better to work at an eikaiwa or at a school?

Mike J.

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I did both! It depends. Some schools are amazing and some are awful. But you're done earlier in the day. Eikaiwa can mean more regulated lessons but you have to work nights and weekends a lot. I d...

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Can you make a living with 250,000 yen a month in Tokyo?

Mike J.

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Just don't live in Omotesando or go to Roppongi every weekend and you'll be fine

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