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Many people have considered teaching English to Japanese students in Japan. There are a lot of good reasons to do this, and the demand for teachers is certainly there! But it is not as easy as it may seem. There are a lot of hidden pieces of information that one must know before beginning this kind of venture. This page is designed to be a resource to assist Americans that might be interested in this type of work.
Keep in mind when reading this web site that every situation is different. This is a guide to prepare you for some of the things you may face, and give a heads up to things that may need to be taken care of before you go to Japan. I am presenting this as a reference, and while I had a wonderful experience in Japan, this is not necessarily an endorsement for anyone to uproot their lives and leave their country. The best reference, if you are interested in moving to any foreign place, is to discuss it with a friend who has done it.