Teach English in Japan, without the guesswork.
ALT, eikaiwa, JET, or international school? We break down real salaries, real requirements, and coach you through the interview, in partnership with licensed placement companies.
Your options at a glance
| Path | Typical salary | Japanese needed |
|---|---|---|
| ALT (public schools, via dispatch) | ¥230–280万/yr | None to basic |
| Eikaiwa (conversation schools) | ¥250–300万/yr | None |
| JET Programme | ¥280–330万/yr | None (competitive) |
| International / private schools | ¥350万+/yr | None (needs license) |
We don't place you ourselves. We prepare you and connect you to licensed recruiters and dispatch companies, so everything is fully legal and above board.
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