EDIT:
I think I'm going to tap out of this post. People are very micro-focused on the 'why' of my question instead of actually answering it. Somewhat disappointed in everyones input, and I guess over a decade of reconciling PTSD and Mental Health, trying to reposition to help older folks through the very public JST FY22-26 program (https://www.jst.go.jp/ristex/koritsu/en/projects/08.html) isn't really enough when members of r/movingtoJapan are hyper-focused elsewhere. I expected downvotes for my lack of language, but that's a bridge I can cross more easily with solid planning for everything else. Peace out, all.
G'day team,
Navigating information online is a bit tedious – so I wanted to ask the reddit braintrust.
Currently looking to migrate over to Nagano from Aus. I specialize in Youth Work, and from my understanding (heard from friends living in-country and suggestions online) that the Youth Support initiatives in Japan are quite slim.
Had a call with an intermediary recently who suggested I reach out to NGO's and Local Gov to discuss startup/business investment, but I would love to hear any suggestions from people in-country or knowledgeable in community initiatives or the government startup subsidies.
My end goal is something akin to the Community Sheds program based off the Australian Men's Shed – I have reached out to them however the language barrier is a bit in the way haha – so I'm also open to talks with anyone who is looking in the same space.
Cheers team.
by _milky_way