Financial aid in Japan

Is getting a university loan in Japan difficult?

Foreign students need to prove they have the financial resources to support themselves as well as pay school tuition before being accepted into a university.

So I think it's probably difficult unless you already are a resident.

I work as an ALT in Japan. I really want to quit my job and focus on just Japanese for a year. Unfortunately, I can't seem to save enough money to pay for a year of University, an apartment, and other expenses like food or utilities.

If I add it all up, it would equal to one years pay! Even is I saved half of what I make every month, it would still take me two years!

Does anyone have any advice?