Answering any of my questions would be mostly appreciated.
I am considering relocating to Japan - Tokyo (from a western state
US/England).
My company will pay for an apartment and health insurance .
I have a few questions and would appreciate advise from someone who
experienced it .
1.I will be moving with my wife and 2 year old child .Will she be able
to work there , how can a work permit be obtained ?
2.What is the price of kinder gardens ? is it public/privet?
3.What kind of difficulties should my wife and i expect ?
4.What should I expect the cost of living to be ?
5.What should I expect to receive in terms of salary (Technical
(Engineer) support / Training / sales / Local foreign connection)?
6.What kind of benefits should I request ?
7.How does income tax work there (70K$-150k$)?
8.What types of health insurance are there , Costs ?
9.If a child is born there does he/she receive citizenship ? how long
do you need to stay there to receive citizenship?
10.Are Japanese open to foreigner or closed ?
11.What can I expect in terms of housing (2 bed room) / costs ?