Hi everyone,
I’m 34 now and planning to move to Japan next year. I’ve been studying Japanese for 2 years and already passed JLPT N1, but I want to improve my speaking, so my plan is to go on a student visa through ALA Japanese School for 1 year.
My background: I have more than 10 years of experience in international trade/export–import operations and a bachelors degree in international relations. My idea is to job hunt from day one, and if within a year I can’t land a proper job, I’m also considering doing an MBA at night while still searching during the day. Of course, I’ll be open to doing arubaitos to cover extra expenses.
I’m not afraid of hard work, starting small, or rebuilding from scratch. What really worries me is the possibility of not even having opportunities to begin with.
For those who’ve gone through something similar, moving mid-career to Japan, do you think there are realistically good chances of finding a job, or is it more of a gamble? Any tips on how to maximize opportunities right from the start would be really appreciated.
Thanks a lot in advance!
by Osaka_Gaikokujin
4 comments
How do you intend to get a visa if you don’t have a job already ?
Just do it.
I wish I had the energy to get N1 in just two years… it’s so hard for me to focus.
I’ll let others chime in about your opportunities in Japan, but I’ll say that your work experience is already very good to have, so it should help.
Just my personal opinion, but I think the gap in employment isn’t worth the risk just to improve your speaking skills. They can be viewed very negativity by Japanese companies. You’d be better served by job hunting from overseas while still employed, and maybe doing private lessons for your speaking practice.
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