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Work in Japan. Four ways in.
Different starting points lead to different visas. Pick the route that fits your background, then dig into the details.
Teach
Teach English
ALT, eikaiwa, JET, or international schools. The classic first job in Japan, degree required.
Teach English →Skilled
IT & Office Jobs
The Engineer/Specialist visa for IT, tech, and office roles. A degree or experience, not fluent Japanese.
IT & office jobs →Working Holiday
Working Holiday
Live and work in Japan for up to 2 years while you try it out. For eligible countries, ages 18 to 35.
Working Holiday →SSW
Specified Skilled Worker
The SSW visa for in-demand fields like care, food service, and construction. Pass a skills and Japanese test.
SSW / Tokutei Ginou →Looking to study first? See our Study page. Just visiting? Try Travel & Explore.
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Your Gateway to Japan: 5 Paths to Study & Work in Japan
The complete map: Study, Professional work, Teaching, SSW, and Working Holiday, compared side by side. Delivered by email.