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Intensive Japanese Language and Culture Course(IJLC)
This course is offered for two to three weeks in summer and winter to deepen participants' understanding of Japanese language, culture, and society. In addition to learning Japanese, participants can gain a deeper understanding of Japan through field trips, experiencing Japanese culture, and interacting with Kansai University students. Dates Summer 1: About 3 weeks in June Summer 2: About 3 weeks in July Winter 1: About 3 weeks from mid-January to early February Winter 2: About 2 weeks from mid-February to late February
This course is offered for two to three weeks in summer and winter to deepen participants' understanding of Japanese language, culture, and society. In addition to learning Japanese, participants can gain a deeper understanding of Japan through field trips, experiencing Japanese culture, and interacting with Kansai University students. Dates Summer 1: About 3 weeks in June Summer 2: About 3 weeks in July Winter 1: About 3 weeks from mid-January to early February Winter 2: About 2 weeks from mid-February to late February
Program Highlights
Join immersive Japanese classes tailored to your level, focusing on real-life communication and cultural understanding from beginner to advanced.
Take part in hands-on cultural experiences like tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and other traditional Japanese arts.
Explore the Kansai region through guided field trips to historic temples, shrines, and cultural landmarks.
Connect with local KU students to build friendships, practice Japanese, and gain deeper insight into daily life in Japan.
Showcase your skills in a final presentation by interviewing locals in Japanese and sharing your cultural discoveries with peers.
Quick Details
- Osaka, Japan
- Summer
- Winter
- Japanese
- Languages & Linguistics
- Japanese
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Osaka, Japan
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Japanese
- Languages & Linguistics
- Languages
- Japanese
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Summer
- Winter
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Language Lessons
- Tuition & Fees
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Japanese
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Written Application
- Other
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this program recommended for?
This program is perfect for curious, motivated students who want to:
-Boost their Japanese skills in just a few weeks
-Dive into Japanese culture through unforgettable field trips and hands-on activities
-Make friends with local students and experience campus life in Japan
-Take the first step toward future study abroad or a career in Japan
What are the course levels?
Participants will be placed into one of the following three levels according to their Japanese proficiency:
-Primary Class – For students who can read, write, and type Hiragana and Katakana and understand basic Japanese.
-Primary–Intermediate Class – For students with basic communication skills in Japanese (roughly JLPT N4–N3 level).
-Intermediate–Advanced Class – For students with intermediate to advanced proficiency (roughly JLPT N2 or higher)
Will I receive academic credits for this program?
A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants with 80% or higher attendance. Please note that Kansai University itself does not award academic credits for this program. However, many students can have their home universities recognize the program for credits. We encourage you to share the certificate and transcript with your university and confirm the possibility of credit transfer directly with them.
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