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Originally Posted by davidJapan01
Thankyou for all your opinions. 
I have heard from many people (with first hand experience) that the Japanese education system is not as good as the American system.
To be honest, the education itself isn't really what I want. I want the Visa to enter the country for a long period of time to practice the language, learn the culture and network. (As many of you know, it is difficult to enter Japan for a long period of time without a good reason).
I was wondering if having two undergraduate degrees is a plus or minus.
I recently had this questioned answered by about 30 people. They all had very different backgrounds and they told me that it would not be a bad idea if I were to aiming to obtain a skill that is unique or in high demand.
Is English and Japanese fluency (and a deep knowledge of the culture) something that is unique or in high demand? 
Off topic >> {{Has anyone noticed that many Japanese people speak fantastic English but don't really understand the culture at all. I am sure the same goes for people that speak Japanese?? All of my Japanese friends treated me as though I was some kind of stereotypical western (I am Australian but anyways)... argh  }}
I am planning to go to "ICU" in mitaka because the system is similar to the western education system and they have a lot of support for international students.
If I go to an Australian (or American, UK) University for another undergraduate or masters then I really couldn't study Japan in detail.
I did the year long teaching thing in Japan and that didn't really improve my Japanese. In fact, I felt disconnected from the Japanese culture because I was teaching and surrounded by the western culture.
I would try and fit in but my mates would tell me to stop acting Japanese.. whatever that means... being more polite and quite I guess...??
I am planning to enter an undergraduate course that covers business or economics. I don't intend on working in Japan after I graduate.
I could probably make more money outside of Japan (especially in Australia) 
If anyone has been in a similar situation people comment.  |
Japan's economy is in "sunset" mode. Foreign markets which once belonged to Japan are being taken over by China and other Asian countries. As a result, there will be less and less demand for business people who are familiar with Japan and the Japanese. Westerner companies are now more interested in Chinese language skills, and, to a lesser extent, Chinese culture.
You could find some use for Japanese and knowledge of Japanese culture, but it would probably be better suited for tourism or writing. Japan will continue to draw tourists because of it's scenic beauty and historical landmarks.