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Japan: Arts, Food, & Culture (6-Week Gap Year)

$2,000-$5,000Program Costs
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Program Overview

From the tranquil chime of a meditation bell in a Koyasan monastery to the bustling energy of pedestrians at Shibuya crossing, Japan offers a captivating blend of old and new. Immerse yourself in rich arts and traditions through a series of hands-on experiences supported by language lessons.

Amidst the push toward cultural globalization in the internet age, Japan continues to uniquely blend long-held traditions with innovative trends in technology and art. Through immersive workshops, interactive cultural experiences, and language lessons, students delve into the fascinating history, refined elegance, and cutting-edge modernity that define Japanese culture.

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Program Highlights

Engage in hands-on Independent Study Projects to learn about traditional arts and crafts.
Interact with local communities to understand modern-day Japan beyond the tourist spaces.
Take language lessons to build basic Japanese language skills or build your fluency.
Gain a deeper understanding of Japanese life through short homestays with carefully selected families.
Discover different aspects of Japan by traveling in various modes of transportation.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
All Program Activity Costs
Guide / Chaperone
Required Equipment
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Japan

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some high school, no diploma

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Written Application
  • Other

Age Requirement

14-20

Duration

  • During College
  • Post High School
  • During High School

Starts At

$2,000-$5,000

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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