English Teaching Jobs in Japan: Few countries offer the opportunities, lifestyle and ability to save money that Japan presents to TEFL instructors. Depending on what you fancy, you can find yourself in a rural village, completely immersed in the pace of small town life. Or if the latest/greatest electronic toys are your true passion and the bustling city is where you feel most comfortable, than head to Tokyo. Language schools are everywhere, and it is not uncommon to have a session with a student who just came from a 10-hour school day or an 11-hour work day. The common factor is the warmth, eagerness and persistence your students will exert when learning English while also learning about you.