Linguistics in Japan?

Question:

I would like to ask you, whether linguistics is relevant in Japan? I mean, if you get a linguistics major in a Japanese university, can you possibly be hired for a decent job there? Please, don't start the usual "it's hard for a foreigner to get a good job in Japan and blah blah blah", I've heard that a lot already (and am still determined to try). What I want to know is whether linguistics is relevant in Japan or not?

Thanks in advance!

Answer:

Linguistics is too narrowly specialized subject to seek a job in Japan. Generally speaking, only those who aim at scholastic field continue their studies at post-graduate schools. On the other hand, literature (English, Japanese and French in particular) is very popular subject among female students who seek job opportunities in the publishing world or in educational fields.

Frankly, if you seek a job in Japan, linguistics is one of the worst subjects to major in. But, if you have an outstanding talent like Noam Chomsky, you could expect a chance to be a professor in Japan.