Hello—my family and I have been wanting to get out of the U.S. for years now, and we (my kid most of all) feel a major resonance with/love for Japanese culture. I’ve also wanted to teach and feel JET could be a great experience for me.
My spouse is in the middle of a grad program that could be done remotely but is probably a far more impactful experience in person. For this reason, the chances that we’ll be ready to move out of the country in 2026 are low. (Additionally, we have a long way to go with actually learning the Japanese language.)
Is it worth applying to JET anyway, to understand the process? I know it takes some folks a few tries to get in. Does JET possibly like to see consistent attempts at applying? Or—if I did happen to be selected, would turning down the offer be seen as noncommittal and reduce my chances of being selected in the future? These are the questions I’m pondering.
Appreciate any perspective/advice 🙂
by lakezora