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IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Japan

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Why should you study abroad in Japan with IES Abroad? Picture this: one minute you’re studying Japanese in class and the next you’re learning new vocabulary at a local restaurant. You’re making Japanese and international friends as you explore your host city. And not to mention the field trips that take you beyond your host city to explore the cultures and traditions of Japan! With us, studying...

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Program Highlights

To help you feel at home and safe in Japan, we offer well-located, comfortable housing for all students because we know securing housing independently can be challenging.

You’ll have an individual IES Abroad Program Advisor to guide you before your study abroad adventure. From visa requirements to travel details, they are your #1 resource for preparing to study abroad.

Whether you're a beginner Japanese-speaker, ready to fully immerse yourself in the language, or somewhere in between there is a program with the right language requirement for you in Japan.

From health insurance included in your program fees, to a worldwide crisis management team, we work 24/7 to keep you safe, healthy, and happy abroad.

Make new friends with local residents, international students, and fellow students from all over the U.S. inside and outside of the classroom during orientation, activities, and excursions!

Quick Details

Locations
  • Tokyo, Japan
  • Nagoya, Japan
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Anthropology
  • Arts
  • Asian Studies
  • Business
  • Culture
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - Student VideoPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistInnovative Student Video 2023 WinnerInnovative Student Video Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.33

Total Reviews

10

Japan felt like my second home!

by: Khalia Bowles - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Japan
10

I spent a semester in Tokyo, Japan in Fall 2019. I was the only one from my college and state going on this IES Abroad program. I wasn't sure if my Japanese was sufficient to navigate around in the city or to ask for specific help whenever I needed it. It was the first time I would be away from home for so long. So I was excited to see how it would turn out, and I was nervous that I wouldn't be able to adjust to life in Japan because Japan and Georgia, USA are entirely different. However, IES Ab...

Living my best life

by: Fayola Fair - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Japan
9

From March to July of 2018, I had the opportunity to live abroad in Tokyo, Japan. I studied Anthropology and Sociology through IES Abroad's Tokyo Language and Culture program. IES Abroad's program was not only academically stimulating, culturally relevant and engaging. From the beginning of the application process, to my last day in Japan, the IES staff were extremely helpful in providing information and resources to prepare for an amazing semester. The Tokyo study abroad center itself felt almo...

Surviving Japan with a little help from my friends

by: Samekh - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Japan
10

Honestly, I can't really put my experience into words. Everyday I wake up in the States and wish I was back in Japan. It was such a great time! I always wanted to go to Japan since I was in middle school and to have had this incredible opportunity to do so meant the world to me. The staff was always helpful, friendly, and treated me not only with respect but as a friend as well. The school faculty was amazing and I met some of the nicest people there. My transition from the States to Japan was s...

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Program Details

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Locations

  • Tokyo , Japan

Types & Subjects

  • Anthropology
  • Arts
  • Asian Studies
  • Business

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • All Nationalities

Accomodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Other
  • Transcript
  • Online Application

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