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Discover Yourself in Osaka, Japan

by: World Class Programs

9.77 (31)VerifiedSince 2016

Our Japan summer program lets students experience the Land of the Rising Sun with hands-on courses in the heart of Osaka, plus day & weekend trips to Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Yokohama, and Hiroshima! Students explore Japan from the feudal period to the modern day. Our instructors are experts in Japanese culture and language, and are committed to providing students with a safe and unique abroad ...

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Program Highlights

Experience the unique culture and lifestyle of Japan.

Enjoy delicious local food like ramen, okonomiyaki, taiyaki, and red bean mochi.

Climb Fushimi Inari Taisha and walk the 10,000 torii gates along the way.

Learn about anime and manga and the rich culture that comes with it.

Grow as a person and become an independent world traveler.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Hiroshima, Japan
  • Kyoto, Japan
  • Nara, Japan
  • Osaka, Japan
  • Tokyo, Japan
Starts At: $2000-$5000
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 9-20
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Apr 01, 2026

Awards

Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated High School Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated High School Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.77

Total Reviews

31

My experience on the trip

August 27, 2025by: Isabel Miles - American Samoa

Program: Discover Yourself in Osaka, Japan

10

I had a amazing time in Japan! I learned a lot about the history of the country, saw many amazing sites, made awesome memories, and tried new things. I made some really good friends on this trip and always felt safe so I would recommend it for teenagers who are looking for life experience. The housing situation is great in Osaka and Tokyo and most of the time we were well fed. Meals could run late at times, but they always made sure to feed us. I recommend the history major because in that one you will take the most advantage of the country your in, sometimes even getting to see more sites than the other majors. But all in all I had an amazing time and am super glad I did it!

This was when we went to Nara which was amazing!

Sunset in Osaka, Sunrise in Kyoto, Departure in Tokyo!

August 19, 2025by: Eduardo Abascal - United States

Program: Discover Yourself in Osaka, Japan

10

In short, this program offers an adventure of a life time in the 3 biggest cities of Japan. From climbing a mountain in Tokyo, to visiting the Osaka Castle, everyday is filled with fun, learning, and support from the amazing staff on this trip. The staff here are what make the trip so enjoyable, in fact one of the staff, Derick, bought me and my friends Uno at a convenient store in Kyoto and we had loads of fun playing it along the trip. We also got to go to a traditional Tea Ceremony in Kyoto where we wore traditional ceremonial clothing and got to whisk our own matcha

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August 18, 2025by: Olivia Steese - United States

Program: Discover Yourself in Osaka, Japan

10

This study abroad was genuinely one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The staff really takes time to connect with the students as well as teaching them in fun and effective ways. The program was so well planned and I really feel like I made the most of my three weeks in Japan. There was such a great balance of education and fun activities. The other students on the trip were incredible, and I made friendships I’ll never forget. I loved this study abroad so much and will cherish the time I spent in Japan with World Class Programs.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Hiroshima, Japan
  • Kyoto, Japan
  • Nara, Japan
  • Osaka, Japan

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Terms Available:
  • Summer
Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
Gap Year Timing:

    Age Requirement

    9-20

    Guidelines

    All Nationalities

    Starts At

    $2000-$5000

    Program Cost Includes

    • Tuition & Fees
    • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
    • All Program Activity Costs
    • Wifi Costs

    Accommodation Options

    • Apartment/Flat
    • Group living
    • Other

    Qualifications & Experience

      Language Skills Required

    • English

      Accepted Education Levels

    • High School Freshman (1st Year)
    • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
    • High School Junior (3rd Year)

    Application Procedures

    • Essay
    • Online Application
    • Written Application

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Our Japan summer program lets students experience the Land of the Rising Sun with hands-on courses in the heart of Osaka, plus day & weekend trips to Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Yokohama, and Hiroshima! Students explore Japan from the feudal period to the modern day. Our instructors are experts in Japanese culture and language, and are committed to providing students with a safe and unique abroad experience that they will remember for a lifetime! World Class Programs is a study abroad program that focuses on giving high school students educational, safe, and worldly experiences. This summer study abroad program is designed for students of all academic backgrounds who want to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and lifestyle. In this pre-college program, students will have an array of o...

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