That’s it, the title. I’m an American who goes yearly to Japan on a tourist visa, and I absolutely adore the country. I feel very at home with Japanese customs and lifestyle, and always wish I was still there when I return home. But it seems so insurmountable to immigrate to.
You need a degree to get a work visa. You need a job offer willing to sponsor your visa, or proof of independent income. You need to speak and read/write very good Japanese for almost anything other than teaching English.