I'm an American who moved to Tokyo 6 years ago. The work culture is still challenging, but the benefits outweigh any drawbacks.

I moved from the US to Tokyo in search of a better quality of life.

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• I'm an American who moved to Tokyo in search of a new beginning.
• Japan's work culture can be intense, but I've been presented with amazing opportunities in Tokyo.
• There's so much to love about the city, from the food and culture to the energy.

I was 24 when I decided to leave the US in 2014. I thought about the decision for a long time, but life at home felt...