MMoving to Japan

Is a Humanities Master’s in Japan worth ？

  • March 20, 2026

I’m currently applying to Kobe and Sophia (International Relations/Discourse Analysis) via English-taught Program.

To be honest, the long process has killed my passion, and I find my research plan dull. I’ll likely choose Kobe for the lower cost of living.

I've passed N2, but since I've never lived in Japan, my speaking/listening is likely quite weak…

I’m stuck because the job market is tough. I’ve been self-studying 3D modeling, rendering, and programming because I’m interested in game design.

Questions:

  1. Is it realistic to enter the Japanese game industry like Capcom if I have a strong portfolio (Hard-surface/3D)?

  2. If I pass the IT Passport and FE (Fundamental Engineering) exams, can I land an entry-level IT role despite my unrelated major?

  3. Is a starting salary of 250k JPY realistic for a fresh grad in these fields?

I feel like my life is at a dead end.

Any advice from those who pivoted would be appreciated

by dontkilljelly