History Gap Year Programs in Japan

Step into one of the world’s most dynamic destinations with our 5-week Japan Mini Semester. Designed for students aged 17-22 seeking a meaningful gap semester or alternative study abroad experience, this program offers a powerful blend of cultural immersion, outdoor adventure, and personal growth in Japan. From Tokyo’s ultra-modern buzz to Kyoto’s ancient temples, and into the heart of the Japanese Alps and Hiroshima’s legacy of resilience, you’ll live and learn alongside local communities, engage in meaningful service, and reflect on your own potential. Through workshops in leadership, sustainability, and global awareness, you’ll build confidence and skills that last far beyond the program. With all logistics managed, experienced mentors leading the way, and opportunities for optional college credit, this immersive experience will leave you inspired and connected to a culture that honors tradition and embraces the new. Inquire now to explore a gap semester unlike any other... in Japan.

Our Japan summer program lets students experience the Land of the Rising Sun with hands-on courses in the heart of Osaka, plus day & weekend trips to Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Yokohama, and Hiroshima! Students explore Japan from the feudal period to the modern day. Our instructors are experts in Japanese culture and language, and are committed to providing students with a safe and unique abroad experience that they will remember for a lifetime! World Class Programs is a study abroad program that focuses on giving high school students educational, safe, and worldly experiences. This summer study abroad program is designed for students of all academic backgrounds who want to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and lifestyle. In this pre-college program, students will have an array of options for course study, including Eastern History, Manga and Anime Creation, Philosophy, Japanese Language, and Cuisine.