CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Japanese Language & Culture in Kyoto
Program Overview
See your Japanese skills improve immersed in the ancient city of Kyoto. Step back in time and hone your Japanese for four weeks in the ancient capital of Japan. After language classes, delve into conversations with locals in bustling shopping districts, serene tea houses, and teen-filled video-gaming arcades. Enjoy your time in this city through a perfect mix of all that Kyoto offers on visits to...
See your Japanese skills improve immersed in the ancient city of Kyoto. Step back in time and hone your Japanese for four weeks in the ancient capital of Japan. After language classes, delve into conversations with locals in bustling shopping districts, serene tea houses, and teen-filled video-gaming arcades. Enjoy your time in this city through a perfect mix of all that Kyoto offers on visits to Kitano Tenmangu, the banks of Kamogawa River, and to some of the world’s most iconic shrines—Fushimi Inari, Heian, and Yasaka. For a one-of-a-kind experience, live with a Japanese host family where you'll join in the daily routines of Japanese family life. On weekends, you’ll have time to deepen your connection with your family. Captivating excursions take you to Nara, where more than 1,000 deer...
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- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Jul 15, 2026
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Locations
- Kyoto, Japan
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: 2026
- Duration: 2-4 Weeks, Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Language: English
- Education: High School Junior (3rd Year)
- Education: High School Senior (4th Year)
- Education: High School 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
2-4 Weeks, Summer
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