Hello, I am 17 from America, currently learning Japanese. I plan to go to university in Japan and am wondering what my best course of action is, in terms of where I should apply or commit to for a long term stay.
I plan to get a degree in Journalism and my “plan” is to become a newspaper editor. From what i’ve researched, Osaka and Tokyo have the most ideal proximity to the popular newspapers in Japan, and I intend to work for one of them. I do have backups, however this is my Plan A.
In terms of actual environment, I do like living in cities and dislike the countryside. I’ve lived in suburbs for most of my life, though, and am also okay with this experience. I don’t care too much for superb night life activities, however I wouldn’t want to be limited for the times that I do intend to have a night out.
My eye is on Osaka currently, for the higher acceptance rate of local universities compared to Tokyo and the proximity to Kyoto and other surrounding areas, as well as the cheaper cost of living compared to Tokyo. However, if there weren’t any other factors (cost of living, job availability, etc.) I think I would pick Tokyo out of anywhere.
Sorry if this is a frequently asked question, but I would appreciate any help!
P.S. my current thought is that I will apply to universities and based on which one i end up attending, I’ll simply go there and give myself the years to decide where i want to plant myself long term.
EDIT: I’ve come across the idea of enrolling in a language school to better learn Japanese before entering University. I think this would be helpful for me to get more experience in Japan and with Japanese as a whole, I would appreciate any insight to this idea as well as the previously mentioned ones in the post. thank you!
by Phoenxx_1