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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Japanese Language & Culture in Tokyo

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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...

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Program Highlights

Experience Japanese drum (taiko).

Take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.

Visit a local school to meet with Japanese students and teachers.

Try your hand at the elegant art of Japanese calligraphy.

Learn to make authentic food and traditional specialties in Japanese cooking classes.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Tokyo, Japan
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

1

I have had such a great experience during my month abroad

July 02, 2025by: Reza Nagree

Program: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Japanese Language & Culture in Tokyo

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I have had such a great experience during my month abroad. I have learned so much more in this short amount of time that I could have even imagined, and yet I still had so much fun on the trip as well. All the activities were so well organized and unique and really fun. Finally, all of the staff that I have interacted with on the program have been so approachable, friendly, knowledgeable, and seem like they genuinely care about the program and the kids on the program.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Tokyo, Japan

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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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 beautifu...

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