Living where I can hear and read Japanese in my everyday life is exciting. Life in Japan took some getting used to, especially coming from a city with very little public transportation. The trains and buses in Tokyo and Chiba are very convenient. The staff at IB Japan is professional and courteous. The interviewing process was smooth. I already had my own apartment, but was impressed that they arrange that for anyone who needs it. They trained me well enough that I felt prepared to conduct interesting lessons according to their curriculum. I like to implement engaging activities to keep up the energy in the classroom. Students in Japan usually study hard, but they know when to have fun!

Teaching here is great! Compared to Australia, students seem more motivated to study and they’re all so fun. IB Japan has provided me with the guidance needed to develop professionally as a teacher, which in turn has ensured that I can help my students to succeed. I’ve been given extensive training, visa support, and apartment help, as well as access to people who are able answer any of my questions and who never make me feel uncomfortable when I’m unsure about something. As for everyday life in Japan, I really like being able to go out and explore on my days off. Japan provides me with the chance to experience new things every weekend – a temple, a city, a restaurant, an event, etc. – and that keeps life from being dull!

All the staff members at my schools are warm and super supportive! I really like that the students are enthusiastic to learn the language and about another culture. And living in Japan is exciting because there are so many places to explore! There's so much to see and learn.

Teaching English in Japan is challenging at times but rewarding and enjoyable at the same time. The students are amazing and the staff at IB is always willing to lend an ear and help when you need it. If I have to describe IB in short I would call them "genuinely caring". I have come to realize that IB values both the teachers and students and this gives me the motivation to continue improving and to provide the best lesson for my students. IB also helped me with housing, my visa, and my taxes, all of which are of utmost importance when you are just starting your journey in Japan since each of them can be a real headache to tackle by yourself.

The students are nice and the staff is always helpful. Everyone made me feel welcomed and comfortable from day one. I didn't have any teaching experience before joining IB English, so I'm really grateful for the training, seminars, and helpful staff and teachers. Some of the things that I really enjoy about living in Japan is the amazing food and the Akihabara culture.

What I like about teaching in Japan is how nice the students are and how eager they are to learn. From the beginning everyone at IB English was very warm and welcoming. Adapting to life in Japan was a little hard at the beginning, but I got used to it after a couple of months. The company gave me nice introductions and pointers about life in Japan. And they are always available to lend a helping hand when needed.

I enjoy teaching in Japan because all of the students are so friendly and welcoming. They also really enjoy learning English and are a lot of fun to work with. Life in Japan is exciting because I am able to experience the difference between tradition and modern technology. IB English helped guide me through my first few weeks and offer continuous support when I need any help.

I like the experience of teaching students of all levels while also immersing myself in a culture that is so different from my own. I also like to feel like I am making a difference in my students’ lives and helping them to get interested in English. Everything about Japan has been so alluring, from the food, movies, history and living in a culture so different from my own. With all of the training and help with daily living, such as getting a Japanese bank account and registering with my city hall, I think IB English set me up very well.

My favorite part about teaching in Japan is how much it challenges my creativity. With young learners especially, it's important to keep the lessons fresh and that is a fun challenge! It stood out immediately how involved all the staff members are in not only the students' learning journey, but also the teachers and our condition and improvement. Japan is so different from South Africa, but IB English provided me with assistance for both teaching and settling in to life in Chiba, and constantly assured me that they are available should I need anything. All of that was very comforting for a newbie to the job.

I like getting to experience a unique culture, especially one remarkably distinct from my own. Adapting to life Japan involved meeting new people and making new friends. I was pleased to find that IB staff members were accommodating and helpful. If I to have any issues I feel assured that meaningful support would be provided at my request. But it’s the natural beauty of Japan that excites me the most. Japan is bursting with breathtaking landscapes, be they mountains, forest, valleys, and so forth, just waiting to be explored.

One of the things I enjoy most about teaching in Japan is meeting the lovely people. Everyone is warm and welcoming making it easy to adapt to the adventure of a new culture. When I was getting started as a teacher with IB English I was given training on classroom manner and teaching styles that were really helpful.

I love helping students improve their English—it’s so rewarding to see their progress firsthand! Japan’s strong emphasis on education means dedicated teachers are respected and appreciated, which makes the work even more fulfilling. When I joined this company, I was immediately impressed by how much training and support they provide for teachers. Now, as part of that support system, I feel proud to contribute to an environment that helps others succeed. Living and teaching in Japan has shaped me in so many ways—it’s made me more organized, patient, and creative. And even after all this time, I’m still in awe of Japan’s natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. Teaching here has been an incredible journey, and I’m grateful for the experience every day.

Building relationships with my students and helping them achieve their goals is a rewarding and fun experience. I learned a lot during the initial training with IB Japan, and continue to learn at the various teacher development events that are held throughout the year. Outside of the classroom they support us with things like dealing with city hall, the utility companies and visa renewals, which is really helpful, especially when I was getting started in a new country. Even after many years in Japan, there are still so many things for me to discover and experience. And being able to travel the country on the bullet trains never gets old.