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Teach English in Japan

Explore opportunities to teach English in Japan, with advice on qualifications, teaching jobs, salaries, visa requirements and the application process. Discover what to expect from different teaching environments and how to prepare for living and working in Japan. Find practical guidance to help you assess opportunities and plan your next steps towards teaching English abroad.

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How to become a teacher in Japan: 2026 guide

Learn how to become a teacher in Japan with this 2026 guide. Discover essential requirements, teaching routes, and visa tips to start your journey.

9 Jul 2026
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How to Teach English in Japan Without a Degree: 4 Legal Pathways in 2026

Want to teach English in Japan without a degree? Discover 4 legal pathways, real salary data, and how TEFL certification opens every door.

7 Apr 2026
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JET programme for teaching in Japan: Benefits and guide

Discover the JET programme for teaching in Japan: government-backed placements, superior support, competitive selection, and pathways to cultural immersion and professional growth.

31 Mar 2026
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How Do I Teach English in Japan: Accredited Pathways

Discover how do I teach English in Japan with step-by-step guidance on accredited TEFL, job placement, and 1-year study or work programmes abroad.

14 Jan 2026
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Complete Guide to Why Teach in Japan

Why teach in Japan? This comprehensive guide covers core benefits, requirements, work culture, contract types, and challenges for aspiring English teachers.

15 Nov 2025
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JET programme for teaching English in Japan – what is it?

17 Jun 2025
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Teach English in Japan with the JET programme – Rondell’s story

Teach English in Japan with the JET programme. Read how Rondell got into the teach English in Japan JET programme with EBC's help. Meet 25-year-old Rondell, from Trinidad and Tobago–a small island in the Caribbean. After getting a Bachelor's degree in theatre arts with a double minor in music and psychology, he decided to follow his dreams and teach in Japan. In this article, he tells us the story of how he got into the highly competitive JET programme and the role EBC played in his inspiring journey.

14 Mar 2023
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Teach English in Japan – 3 great reasons why you should

Do you want to teach English in Japan? The money is good. Find out about the Jet teaching English in Japan programme. Qualified candidates can teach English in Japan. Let EBC be your guide.

29 Jan 2023
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