Japanese language necessary for a visa? Hmmm……
Some people may see this as a barrier, but I tend to see it more as a challenge. If that is what it takes to come to Japan, let the show begin then!
This blog explained that the main reference used by the Japanese govt to examine a foreigner’s proficiency is the JLPT, with all its weaknesses being elaborated upon by using a direct comparison between Japanese JLPT and English TOEIC. Well, I tend to see it that way too, especially since JLPT never tests one’s speaking or writing ability. There are only Grammar, Vocabulary, Kanji, and Listening comprehension for one to study, and they furthermore still provide 4 choices of answers for you, giving each of your guess shots a 25% possibility of being correct.
Another blog also tells me about the possibility of having a JLPT level “pre-1” being considered. It’s not a bad idea, but if they wanna put it as such, they should also consider having a level “pre-2”, since the gap between pre-3 and pre-2 is simply waaaaaay too wide.
If only the Japanese government allows me to take Japanese citizenship as my second, and not requiring me to let go off my first one, I’d be happy to take it straight away. Too bad the news is limited to the visa only.
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