Gerry wrote:

> In article <3F921D25.419DA483@yahoo.co.jp>, Eric Takabayashi
> <etakajp@yahoo.co.jp> wrote:
>
> > > Crazy, huh? Well if Bush's economic recovery gets much better I may be
> > > searching another career, or a pleasant low-income retirement.
> > >
> > > Assume I'm a more than capable Gaijin jazz player. I want to move to
> > > Osaka or Hakata or Kobe and play jazz professionally. Make enough to
> > > pay the bills.
> > >
> > > What stands in my way of doing this from a legal standpoint?
> >
> > What kind of visa do you hold, or plan on getting?
>
> I know nothing.  What kind of visa do I need?

If you have no connections in Japan, like a future employer or sponsor, and
know nothing about visas, try here for general info:

http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/

And for more specific procedures:

"We advise you to contact the Consular Section of the Embassy or Consulate
General of Japan nearest you for more information and advice."