Description

* Semester and Academic Year Programs:

Contemporary Japan is a land of intrigue, and a country that marries its ancient traditions with modern culture to create one of the most fascinating cultures in the world. Enjoy this beautiful mix of old and new during your study abroad session, immersing yourself into everything Japanese. Share in a traditional tea ceremony, explore the popular world of anime, and discover why Japan has the indelible reputation for producing the world's most advanced technology. Your multi-day orientation includes sightseeing in Tokyo and cultural activities. Enroll directly in a Japanese Kotogakko (high school) and participate fully in an academic program conducted in Japanese. Students must demonstrate basic written and oral communication skills in Japanese to participate in the semester and/or academic year program.

* Summer Program:

On the summer program, spend three weeks in July participating in daily intensive language instruction while exploring Tokyo's clash of history and innovation with excursions guided by CIEE staff. Form friendships with classmates while living at the National Youth Center located in the heart of Tokyo. No prior language study is required for the summer program.

Highlights

- Placement of student in a Japanese high school
- Careful selection, interview and screening of an appropriate Japanese family
- Room and board with selected host family
- Supervision and support throughout the year by a Local Coordinator
- Periodic progress reports
- Transportation to and from a local airport
- Orientation before leaving the U.S.
- Orientation upon arrival in Japan
- International airfare between U.S. departure city and Japan
- International medical insurance and 24 hour worldwide assistance provided through the iNext travel card

Type of Programs

• High School Study Abroad

Languages

• English
• Japanese

Cost in US$:

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This Program is open to

American Participants.

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947