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[Yumiko]

Hi there!

My husband and I have been living in Manila, Philippines and we just recently moved to Yokohama. He applied at Berlitz and he's now scheduled for a group interview this coming Wednesday. Problem is, he doesn't own a suit ( he never needed one when he was still working in Manila). I understand that there isn't a compromise or perhaps a choice in terms of what to wear for an interview. He almost called Berlitz to inquire if he is really required to wear a suit!

So I was hoping if anyone knows of any stores in Yokohama where we could buy inexpensive yet decent enough suits? Since we just moved here, we dont have a lot to spare, our budget is around 10,000-15,000 yen.

From what I was able to read from this forum, appearance itself during the initial interview can help you make or break it. Any inputs will be appreciated.

Thanks!

[flyer]

There is an outlet mall in Yokohama near the port, south of central Yokohama (on the sealine train route) they will have good prices
otherwise, Aoyama is a mensware chain, they are everywhere and often have good prices

[gaijinalways]

You could also check Aoki (Takadanobaba and other places) or Sakazen (Sha Mall - Ikebukuro or Zen Mall in Shibuya) as they often run sales and depending on his size you may be able to get something in that price range.

Shinjuku branch

http://www.travelchannel.com/Places_Trips/Destinations/Asia/Japan/Tokyo/Shopping/Sakazen

http://www.visit-first.com/japan_guide/paidpub/p169

[Cool Teacher]

Beleive it or not I got a suit for about that price from Benneton when they did a sale but otherwise have you looked at Uniglo? I think they are sometimes very cheap you could ask them.

[Cole]

Go to any Aeon department store /mall. They have two types of budget suits, priced at 7000 and 9000 yen. They're lightweight and fit reasonbly well.

[JPS]

Just wondering, how did your husband's interview go?