Improve your Japanese with four weeks of language immersion in the mega-metropolis of Tokyo. After language classes, practice your language skills in conversation with locals in the community. Explore popular areas, such as Akihabara, the heartland of otaku, and the youth fashion districts of Shibuya and Harajuku—meet local teens and get inspired by their cutesy and colorful kawaii style. Practice your new skills at restaurants as you order traditional sushi, ramen, and okonomiyaki (Japanese pancakes). Navigate the city like a Tokyoite and explore landmarks like Sensō-ji, the oldest temple in the city, and the man-made island of Odaiba.
Living with a Japanese host family, you’ll share traditional meals and participate in family routines and customs. On weekend excursions, explore beautiful cities nearby, such as Yokohama, or take a break from the bustle of the city with a relaxing journey into the Japanese nature of the mountains surrounding Tokyo. Immersed in Tokyo, you’ll build on your Japanese language skills while gaining insider's knowledge into the country’s traditions and its world-famous pop culture trends.
