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Japan Middle School Trip: Exploration, Culture, & Innovation

$7,990Program Costs
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Program Overview

Travel to Japan on a middle school summer program that blends cultural immersion, hands-on learning, and exciting exploration across rural towns and world-class cities. Walk through Kyoto’s ancient temples and hidden gardens, and experience Tokyo’s cutting-edge art, design, and pop culture. In the countryside of Tajima, connect with local students and try traditional crafts and cooking passed down for generations. Navigate Japanese markets, learn key phrases, and discover a culture where history and technology meet. Return home more confident, independent, and curious about the world.

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Program Highlights

Experience Kyoto’s temples, shrines & gardens
Explore anime, manga & tech in Tokyo
Cook traditional dishes with local students
Practice Japanese customs & daily etiquette
Discover rural life & crafts in Tajima

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Japan

Types & Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Student Tours

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Grade school to 8th grade

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

9-13

Starts At

  • 16 days: $7,990

Refund Policy

Other

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Innovative Student Video 2023 Finalist
Innovation in Philanthropy 2021 Finalist
Innovation in Crisis Response 2020 Finalist

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