Hair lenght

[Enkidu22]

I was wondering about one thing: does the fact that I'm long haired guy would work against me in Japan? Is it harder for males with long hair to get jobs like ALT's or to generally be trusted by employers? I know this sound like a stupid question but it bothers me a bit.

[vulgarshudder]

Depends on the employer but yes, there is a dress code for most companies which require men to have their hair a certain length.

[Cyclamen]

I've got long blonde hair, and it never gave me any problems, but I'm sure there are some companies which require a certain style, clothing and outfit that won't be happy with that...

[chachava]

Originally Posted by Enkidu22

I was wondering about one thing: does the fact that I'm long haired guy would work against me in Japan? Is it harder for males with long hair to get jobs like ALT's or to generally be trusted by employers? I know this sound like a stupid question but it bothers me a bit.

If you wanna work as a teacher, I would imagine they will be pretty strict about not allowing long hair because you are dealing directly with the customers...

[Enkidu22]

Thanks for the replies everyone.
I really wouldn't want to cut my hair short, but if it would be a condition to get a job in japan I would do it. But I thought that maybe my long hair wouldn't be a problem since one of the ALT's jobs is to introduce different cultures and living styles to students, but I guess it really depends on the employers opinion alone. I also thought that the fact that I'm a long haired caucasian bishonen type would maybe make it easier to find jobs in clubs and restaurants for women ^_^

BTW Cyclamen are you a teacher?

[Suki]

I don't think it's a matter of length but how it is styled.