Do you have to speak English to work in Tokyo?

Do you have to speak English to work in Tokyo?

In addition to bilingual signage in the Tokyo Metro, JR Lines and in popular areas like Asakusa and Shinjuku, a large percentage of people in Tokyo speak some English, even those who don’t work in foreigner-facing professions. You don’t need to speak Japanese at all to enjoy Tokyo!

Is it possible to get by in Japan with English?

During those decades, and even during the 2000s, it’s arguable that the answer to the question “can you get by in Japan with English?” would be an emphatic “no.” However, times have changed—and the Japanese people have largely changed with them, largely for the better. Do people in Japan speak English?

Can you survive in Japan if you don't speak English?

Enough people in Japan speak English that you can survive without knowing Japanese. I’ve taken dozens of trips to Japan with minimal Japanese skills! However, speaking only English limits you to superficial connections, and precludes a deep understanding of Japan. Can you speak English in Japan?

Where do most people speak English in Japan?

Tokyo is definitely the place where English in Japan is most ubiquitous. In addition to bilingual signage in the Tokyo Metro, JR Lines and in popular areas like Asakusa and Shinjuku, a large percentage of people in Tokyo speak some English, even those who don’t work in foreigner-facing professions.