[ashaney13]

Minnasan,

Here is my situation. I am currently residing in Kokubunji and attending summer courses in Japanese at a university in Mitaka, Tokyo. I possess a tourist visa (90 days). I have a flight scheduled on the 18th of August that will take me back to America.

I am also currently looking for work. I have an interview with a company (Toiwa Investments). If anyone knows anything about this company, please feel free to inform me, although I'm sure I'll find out more tomorrow at the interview.

That all being said, if I get the job, what is my next step with regards to my visa status? I checked the government websites, and it is a bit confusing to navigate. Additionally, if I don't get the job, I would like to continue living in Japan and looking for work. Working in Japan for at least a year is my ultimate goal (I have a girlfriend in Osaka) while I save up money (for a wedding ring, mostly) and gain job/living experience.

Would I need to apply for the change of residence status? If so, how can I go about getting an alien registration card or a certificate of eligibility? Do companies generally assist workers with obtaining visas?

If anyone has useful information on the subject, please let me know. Time is of the essence. Thank you.