Okay I suppose I need to reword/edit this post.
I would like to move to Japan. However I'm only 18, and I would be moving there most likely by myself but not decided yet. Since this would be my first overseas move, I have some questions, if I were to move by myself.
1) I do not know how Visas work, so if someone could explain this to me, it would be nice. The general idea I have is I can stay 90 days without one, but since I'd like to stay... I'd like to know how that could be possible, if at all. If someone could provide a link, that would be most helpful.
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I found these sites:
Visas to Japan for Americans | Embassy of the United States Tokyo, Japan
MOFA: Guide to Japanese Visas
I now know what kind of Visa I have to have if I wish to stay long term but I'm still not sure how to get it. I'm looking at the Visa for PreCollege Student.
2) Since 20 is the legal age in Japan, would I be able to get a Job and apartment at 18? I'm assuming I wouldn't be able to go to school without a guardian.
3) Since Tokyo is the most expensive place to live in the world, and I'm cheap, I don't plan to live there. Where would it be nice to live yet be cheap?
4) Say I waited till I graduated from college, and I wanted to teach English. What could I expect? Where can I research the pros and cons of this job? I'd like to know the pay and beifets of the job (I'd like it if the jopb supplied a apartment).
5) Please add any information I'd need before deciding please.
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Originally Posted by Lonthego
The process for citizenship is kind of complex, you don't have to worry about that right now.
"Would I be able to get an apartment and a job there being 18?"
Do you have money?? If you have money, yes there will be an apartment or place you can stay somewhere. Most legit places will turn you down though, so you'll have to search hard, which will also be difficult if you don't speak some Japanese. Also don't underestimate the cost of plane tickets, moving to Japan, finding an apartment (and furnishing it if its not furnished), and sustaining yourself while job hunting. It can be very hefty, especially now with how weak the dollar is against the yen.
For the job, overall not being an adult won't be the huge drawback, not having a bachelor's or any real qualifications will. Do you have work experience, some kind of degree/certification maybe??
Visa processes differ depending on the visa. Student visa? Work visa? Both will usually require a sponsor so you will need that. For work visa I think you also need a university degree but someone more knowledgeable can comment on that. If you are not a US citizen you can go on a Working Holiday Visa and job hunt while in the country, otherwise you can be in the country for up to 90 days with no visa at all. Japan is very harsh on people who overstay their visas or time limits though.
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Thank you, your post was the most helpful I've come across. I don't have a degree or certification, but I do have experience in Web design. I've taught some classes at some of the local high schools. Will that help?
I see a Visa for a Precollege student, a college student like myself entering highschool in Japan. I'm not sure how that works, but it sounds like what I need.
All in all, I can stay up to 90 days. I'd take that rather then nothing.
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Originally Posted by RealJames
this smells of stupid runaway all over
learn to use the search feature on forums, you aren't the first
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I'm sorry for any misunderstanding, but I'm not a runaway. Stupid? Most likely. Runaway? No. Plus, living in the U.S. it's impossible to be a runaway at my age, legally anyway.
But I will learn to use the search feature. Sorry I didn't use it.