However, such jobs are mostly limited to those younger than 25. In Japan, age is a major concern among job recruiters. Daytime students who are still around 20 years old upon graduation usually find some photography-related job such as an assistant. The recession has also shrank the job market. Most night-school students continue their current jobs for the time being.
Japan is a country of connections and the photography world is no exception.
Who you know can make a big difference. It is difficult to break into professional photography in Japan from scratch. A good experience after all Despite all the shortcomings of the school and system, all in all the school experience is a positive one. The best thing about it is that you get to meet people and make friends. It's easy to make friends with people having the same interests as youself.