"tenacious_s" <kaze29@aol.com> wrote:

> I thought teaching English would be the best way to get into Japan for
> work, but I hear that the big English Teaching schools pretty much
> only want attractive NON-Asians. Being an Asian American, and not that
> much of a looker, I am feeling that I may have to seek another path.
> I'm also a male over 35 years, which I heard is an issue as well for
> landing any job in Japan.
> Anyone have any insight on these points?

Most schools just expect prospective teachers to look clean, presentable,
and intelligent, but I don't think good looks is a particular requirement.
Looking Asian, though, could well make it harder, but is no reason to give
up before you even start.

-- 
Dave Fossett
Saitama, Japan