Here's Your Shortcut to Teaching English in Japan

If you plan to enter Japan for anything other than sightseeing, like foreign-language teaching, or a long-term assignment to a Japanese company, you need a specified work visa.

To apply for a Japan work Visa you must contact a Japanese embassy or a consulate in your home country.

The following documents must be submitted regardless of the purpose of your visit:

* A Valid passport

*Two recent passport photos (from the last 6 months)

*The application forms, available at the Japanese embassy or consulate.

*Documents certifying the purpose of the visit.

You will probably need a Japanese cell phone in Japan. The reason is that the cellular network in Japan is different than in other countries. So the cell phone from your home country won't work in Japan. You should check with your local supplier before landing in Japan, because some 3G cell phones will be compatible with the Japanese system. But in most cases you'll find that it's necessary to Rent a Japanese cell phone. This can be done very easily through the internet - they will send the phone to you, or at Narita Tokyo airport booths.

Japan's culture is very unique.

I suggest you get ready for your time in Japan by getting to know a little bit about the Japanese etiquette. Knowing some background about Japan culture really will make you feel less confused when being in the company of Japanese people.

Avoid the most common, funny and embarrassing mistakes westerners do in Japan:

*Always address Japanese people by attaching 'san' to their last name.

* Even though bowing is a very important part of Japan culture, you are not expected to bow. The reason is that bowing is a very complex system which takes into account social status and age of the person you bow to. If you bow with an inappropriate inclination you might be insulting your fellow Japanese unintentionally.

*Never turn your back to someone in higher position than you.

*Never Stare into another person's eyes. The Japanese avoid eye contact to give others some privacy.

*Before entering a Japanese house and certain restaurants, you must remove your shoes. Slippers are the footwear for inside the house.

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