[Cheesemaster64]

Dear Nyororin,

While I did not have time to read all 100 pages of this post, I did see how you achieved so much. This is why I would value your input on the following:

My situation is, I have been to Japan 3 times now and have had many experiences, and something inside calls me back every time. On the most recent time I was there, I met the love of my life. Long story short, if I want to continue our relationship, which I very much do, I have to live in Japan, for some time.

My Japanese is more advanced than the JLPT 2 level but not at JLPT 1 yet. My plan is to enter a language school (again) in order to get a visa so I can work, and more importantly live with my lover.

It has always been my dream to go to school in Japan, that is a 4-year college. When I was in language I practiced taking the EJU. The Japanese section is hard, but not impossible. The part that gets me is the math, and of course history, etc.

If I read correctly, you said you entered Japanese university. Did you have to take the EJU?

If so, could you recommend a method of study for math, etc?

Anything you could tell me about the EJU or anything would be deeply appreciated. My girlfriend has more faith in me than I do; I just don't want to let her down.

Also, when I was in Japan this last time, I lived in a guest house that contained most English speakers. Do you know of any places similar to this where Japanese is the language of choice? I know total immersion is what I need.

Thank you so much!

And sorry for rambling!