LAST UPDATED February 15, 2012

Make Your Move in 2012

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MOVING TO JAPAN

Are you considering relocating to Japan to kick start your career or pay off that student loan? The thought of moving overseas and living in Japan is exciting. But living abroad   in a country that has a foreign language, exotic diet and unique culture can quickly turn exciting into overwhelming. There is so much to consider and plan that in the end you may decide against going -  a missed opportunity indeed for Japan is a fascinating place to live and work.

This website exists so you won't miss that opportunity. It contains succinct but relevant information about moving to Japan and finding work in Japan. Most importantly, it introduces you to Tokyo? No Problem - the ultimate survival guide for newcomers to Japan.

Tokyo? No Problem is more than a guide.  It is a survival road map, an educational tool and a passport to reduced stress for newcomers to Japan.

Can you get by without this book? Of course - anyone can get by. But why not make the most of your move? Arming yourself with this guide will make a world of difference to your Japan experience from Day 1 onward.

Click here to learn what makes this book stand out from all the others.

• Best Guide to Living in Japan 

• Tokyo? No Problem - Table of Contents 

• Prepare Before Leaving Home

• TEFL, TESL, TESOL Certification

• Teaching English in Japan

• Jobs in Japan

• Job Interviews, Job Offers and Contracts

• Working in Japan - Some Advice

• Updates, News 

• And More

3 Great Questions

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With the recent disaster, is it a good time to move to Japan?

Despite the setbacks stemming from the 2011 tsunami, resilient Japan is striving to get things back in order, quickly. Japan is on the road to economic recovery more than most other industrialized nations with a strong currency that is only getting stronger. This means more companies hiring and more  opportunities to make a great income.

Will it be difficult to find employment in Japan?

The Japanese like to keep ahead of the curve. They understand the importance of having an international community and foreign workers - especially in trying times. This is why the Japanese government grants so many work-type visas. If you have something to offer and meet Japan's requisites, then Japan will grant you some type of work visa, simply because they know your services are in demand.

Isn't Japan's cost of living quite high?

When it comes to the cost of living, Japan has gotten a bad rap. Japan has had about a decade of mild deflation, which means prices have remained virtually unchanged for the past 10+ years. In fact, prices for most consumer goods are actually cheaper than prices in the west. When you add deflation to an attractive salary, abundant free-lance work and a powerful yen, you soon realize that not only can you make ends meet but you have a healthy discretionary income as well.