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.

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    You technically qualify for citizenship after six years, but you’ll never pass the test.

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      As far as I’m aware there is no test, they only check your employment history, tax status and criminal record?

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        They also go to your house to judge whether or not you have sufficiently adapted to the Japanese lifestyle.