Hey guys!
I'm currently a college freshmen in the U.S. and I wish to study aboard for a full year (staying with a host family) for the duration of my junior year. However, if I want to stay there for a year it is important for me to continue working in order for me to afford expenses for both college and personal reasons. In other words, I can't afford to not work for an entire year.
Unfortunately the U.S. doesn't have a working-holiday visa. Is there any way I can work in Japan with a student visa? I'm not looking for any corporate or bachelor degree-seeking jobs. Just a part-time gig waitressing, working in a retail store, etc.
(Would I need to take the JLPT before applying for those jobs?)
If I can't work with a student visa, is there anything else I can do? Is it possible to switch from a student visa to a work visa once I head over to Japan?
Sorry for all the questions.
