I haven't been around these forums much, but hope to be around more often from now on
I admit, my dreams of going to japan started with mere anime and video games but as my age increased, so did my maturity and desire to accomplish and see things more culturally related. I am currently in school working on a degree in the field of Computer Science to be a software engineer. I do hope to get into games, but my path will present itself at its own time. I do plan on visiting Japan and possibly working there if the opportunity presents itself. I am only 20 right now, but i am fully aware of the obstacles and hardships that stand in my way. However, I am willing to fight through them to obtain what I wish.
And yes...as the very seemingly educated MMM says, a degree is very important. Even for those staying or trying to find work in the states...I took a semester off of school to work out family problems and just worked a pretty dead end job...I knew without a degree or very good fortune, this would be my life. I am now back in school sitting on all "A's". I made a choice and that choice was to get what I desire. I understand dreams and fantasy is one thing, but without dreams and fantasy you just don't have the drive needed to get where you are going. However, one must realize that with dreams and fantasies, there in the dark lies its counterpart, reality. We must tame this beast in order to live out our dreams. So all you kids, adults, or whoever you may be that wish to journey to Japan, Go for it! Just realize what has to be done to get there and heed the advice posted here. Thanks for reading.
~Wolf