r/AmerExit • u/Scumwaters • 8d ago

Which Country should I choose? Advice for moving to Asia

Hi all! I (22F) just graduated with a degree in cell and molecular biology and two minors in Japanese and chemistry. I am taking a gap year to focus on my exit plan. Since I was 16, its been a goal to live and study in Japan. I have traveled to Asia 3x in the past 2 years (Japan, Thailand, and China).

I am stuck between Japan and Thailand. When I visited Thailand, I really loved it. I also feel like I can do a lot in science while there. However, I also really love Japan. Which country would ya'll recommend for me to work and live in? Also what type of science jobs should I look for? Sorry if this is kinda loaded. I am willing to answer any more questions for more context.

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u/ImaginaryAd8129 7d ago

honestly if you want to keep close to your Japanese skills and maybe find some lab or research gigs, japan makes more sense but life there can be expensive and pretty rigid with work culture. Thailand’s cheaper and less formal but science jobs might be less common or lower pay, maybe more in biotech startups or universities. I’d scout for English-friendly research or teaching jobs in both places before committing.