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Japan: Arts, Food, & Culture (6-Week Gap Year)
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-...
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. Learn more about this gap year program by visiting our website or inquiring today!
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.
Quick Details
- Japan
- During College
- Post High School
- During High School
- Adventure Travel
- Art
- Experiential Learning
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Japan
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Art
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027
- During College
- Post High School
- During High School
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Written Application
- Other
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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. Learn more about this gap year program by visiting our website or inquiring today!

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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. Learn more about this gap year program by visiting our website or inquiring today!
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