Winter in Japan - Travel to Tokyo in December

Use the code EARLYBIRD to get an additional ¥20,000 off the final price of your trip if you pay your deposit by November 15th!

Winter in Japan Study Trip

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Winter in Japan with clear blue skies during the day and at night, the city lights up with magical illuminations.

Just one of the seasonal delights adopted from the Christmas holidays and the most popular attraction during winter. Make sure that you take in the various light displays and other seasonal attractions available only at this time of year.

December in Tokyo is pretty chilly, but don’t worry – you can warm your soul with delicious hot pot or Shabu Shabu and enjoy a bowl of matcha green tea while you learn about the tea ceremony.

Did you know that Starbucks in Japan is particularly famous for their seasonal drinks, why not check out the special while you’re here! What’s a visit to Japan without a trip to one of the famous karaoke booths, where you can sing your heart out solo or invite your new friends to join in.
November 30, 2025
 - December 13, 2025
Age: 18+
Price: ¥ 350500

Reserve now by paying the application fee

¥ 30000

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What’s included?

Tailored Japanese lessons
Cultural activities
Accommodation
Trip coordinator
Expert tour guides
IC Card
Insurance

Japanese lessons

Intercultural Institute of Japan

Lessons are at the Intercultural Institute of Japan one of the oldest schools in Tokyo. With a central location and lots of experience, you’ll get the best teachers to help you on your way.

Study at Intercultural Institute of Japan with Go! Go! Nihon

Activities

Winter illuminations Tokyo
Be dazzled by the Winter Illuminations
Enjoy a Japanese winter tradition when you visit one of the city’s sparkling illuminations. Grab a warm beverage, walk the streets with your new friends, and soak in the Christmas spirit of Tokyo.
Christmas market
Christmas Market Visit
Visit a Christmas Market in Japan for a taste of the holiday season. You might have the chance to try some savory sausages, listen to Christmas Carols, or sip on a warm gluewein with your new friends.
Disneysea
Get sailing at Disney Sea
The only one of its kind, Disney Sea brings together the magic of Disney with a Seaside twist. Perfect for us grown-up kids you can meet your favourite characters, go crazy on the wild rides and all while enjoying a drink or two.
International meetup
Connect with your fellow course mates from all corners of the world in a fun-filled cultural exchange evening. Share drinks, laughter, games, and create lasting friendships!
Shabu Shabu restaurant
Shabu Shabu restaurant
With the weather changing and autumn on its way, why not try the Japanese hot pot dish. The name Shabu Shabu comes from the sound of stirring the thinly sliced meat and vegetables in the cooking pot. By cooking it on the table, and dipping in different cold sauces, you can tailor each mouthful to have a different taste.
Karaoke
Sing your heart out at karaoke
We’re sure you’ve heard of karaoke, but have you experienced Japanese style karaoke? In a private booth for your group, two microphones and take it in turns to sing along to your favourite songs. If you are brave enough, why not whip out those Japanese songs you know to impress your new friends!
Tea ceremony
Tea ceremony
Join us for an afternoon of Japanese culture, as you learn the art of serving and drinking green Japanese matcha tea. Enjoy watching the performance whilst eating a Japanese sweet, often served together with the rich green tea.

Sample schedule

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Morning
Japanese lessons

Afternoon
Activity 1

Evening
Study trip dinner

Morning
Japanese lessons

Afternoon
Free time

Evening
Free time

Morning
Japanese lessons

Afternoon
Free time to travel

Evening
Free time

Morning
Japanese lessons

Afternoon
Activity 2

Evening
Free time

Morning
Japanese lessons

Afternoon
Free time to travel

Evening
Free time

Morning
Day-trip

Afternoon
Day-trip

Evening
Free time

Morning
Free time

Afternoon
Free time

Evening
Free time

Please note this is a sample weekly plan; your final schedule will be confirmed by you trip coordinator.

Accommodation

Private room - Budget hotel

The standard accommodation for this trip is a private room in budget accommodation. You will have great access to central Tokyo, basic amenities, and access to coin laundry. Hotel rooms in Japan are smaller than you may be used to, but you’ll have enough space to study and relax after classes and activities. You can check other accommodation options at booking including more affordable shared rooms, upgrading to a standard room or participating in a homestay.

Accommodation

Shared room

Would you like a roommate for your stay in Tokyo? This is a great way to make friends as well as have a study buddy so you can practice Japanese even outside of class hours. With a shared room in a budget hotel you will have great access to central Tokyo, basic amenities, and access to coin laundry. Hotel rooms in Japan are smaller than you may be used to, but you’ll have enough space to study and relax after classes and activities.

Accommodation

Homestay

Stay with a host family. This option offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese language and culture while living with a local family. Whether you’re chatting over meals or asking about Japanese work culture, you’ll improve your language skills in a practical setting. Perfect for those looking to understand authentic Japanese life, this homestay is an unforgettable way to deepen your cultural experience and connect with a local community. Breakfast and Dinner included.

Accommodation

Private room - Standard hotel

Upgrade to a private room in a standard hotel.

Winter in Japan Study Trip

Extras

Pick-up service at the airport

Worried about how to get to your accommodation from the airport? We can arrange a private pickup service for you so all you have to focus on is being excited about your upcoming adventure in Japan. If your desired pick up time is not between 7:00-21:59 there will be an additional charge (between 2,000-4,000 JPY depending on the time).

Drop-off service at the airport

Would you like a ride back to the airport for your departure?

Yukata Set

Have you ever wanted to try traditional Japanese clothing? We will provide a yukata kit for you including the traditional robe and obi so you can dress up and explore Tokyo! Bring your set home as a souvenir to show your family and friends!

Pocket Tokyo Insider Guide (Digital Guidebook)

There’s so much to do in Tokyo, so we’ve prepared our best tips and inside tricks to help you start planning. We’ve got you covered with travel tips, discounts and more!

Group discount

The bigger your group, the more you save!

– 2 people: 10,000 JPY off per person
– 3 people: 15,000 JPY off per person
– 4 people: 20,000 JPY off per person
*For groups of 5 or more please contact us for more details

Winter in Japan Study Trip

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Learn

We partner with leading Japanese language schools to help you level up your Japanese skills.

Stay

We have a range of accommodation options from private hotel rooms to fun home stays.

Experience

Our activities are carefully chosen to give you a full experience of life, culture, and society in Japan.

Winter in Japan Study Trip

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Winter in Japan Study Trip

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FAQs

Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, with Tokyo and Osaka being in the top 3 of the 10 safest cities in the world.

The cost of the trip is divided into two payments. First, you pay the application fee to reserve your spot on your chosen course. The remaining balance is due by the application deadline. If you would like to split up the payments even further please contact us directly to discuss.

We accept payments by debit or credit card through WISE, PayPal or by international bank transfer. Please be sure to check the currency and include any fees before you make a transfer.

Spring is possibly the most popular time to visit with beautiful cherry blossoms and pleasant weather. Autumn is also a favourite due to the warm but not humid temperatures and the autumn leaves. Winter, whilst cold, offers great conditions for winter sports and snow festivals and finally the summer months, although they can be rainy and very humid, tourist areas are generally quieter and there are tonnes of fun festivals and firework displays to enjoy.

There are many countries and regions that have visa exemption arrangements with Japan. This allows nationals to enter Japan without the need of a visa for short stays. For more information about the period of stay allowed and whether your country is exempt, please get in contact with us.

Yes, there are plenty of vegetarian options in Japan but it’s best to do some research before coming, as not all restaurants have vegetarian options. It’s also easy to mistake simple ingredients used in every day cooking as vegetarian, such as dashi, a type of stock or bouillon, which is typically made from fish.

Yes, you can use your mobile phone in Japan, but be careful as not all phones work on the frequencies used here. Also be sure to turn data roaming off if you want to avoid hefty fees from your provider back home. Internet is not widely available in public spaces, so that’s why we recommend booking a SIM or eSIM through Mobal pocket WiFi. You can book yours when applying for your trip and you can even connect up to 10 devices!

We have our own highly knowledgable, qualified, multilingual and multinational local staff who act as guides, translate, and provide general support during the trip to ensure everyone has the best possible experience.

With most of our trips travel insurance is already included. You can find out more information here. For a small number of our trips that does not automatically include travel insurance, it is still possible to choose this as an option when booking. For those that do not select the travel insurance when booking individuals should book their own. Travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of travelling.

Meals are typically not included unless noted on the course page or as part of an activity, like the izakaya dinner. Please ask our staff if you have questions about your specific course.

Most major international credit, debit, and even some pre-paid cards are accepted in Japan. But note that some smaller businesses only accept cash in local currency.

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!

Step 1: Choose a trip! (Of course we’ll help you with any questions you have) Book your spot by choosing your options and paying the application fee. Once you’ve completed this step, your spot will be secured!

Step 2: Nearly there! Ok next, you’ll have to pay the remaining fees. Don’t worry as long as it’s by the deadline for your chosen course, you’re good! We’ll also ask for some extra information. Then we can do the work behind the scenes and get everything booked!

Step 3: Finally, there’s just one last thing…..Your flights! Once the deadline has closed, get those flights locked in and you’ll be at your destination in no time! That’s it! You’re done! Now you just have to pack (we can always help with some seasonal suggestions), fly and the most important thing is to have fun!

Studytrip tries to make our courses as accessible as possible, however as the activities take place in a variety of locations, this can largely depend on the activity itself. Although we are unable to provide any special assistance but will accommodate you where possible. We recommend contacting us to discuss the course that you are interested in to see what we can do. Please note that we will require information on all disabilities both seen, unseen and mental illnesses prior to attendance of the course as part of our standard procedure. Our standard cancellation policy applies in cases of sudden injury or disability.

The flights are not included in the course cost but everything else is. This is to allow as much flexibility as possible for your trip. You can choose how, when and where you arrive and depart from so that you can add extra fun times to either end if you want. Perhaps explore more of the city you’re in or even more of the country! Once you reach us at the start of the trip, we take over and show you where you need to be and what you need to do so you don’t have to worry about anything else.

For most of our courses, we can accommodate all levels of language skill and we’ll ask you for details on the booking form. However, we would recommend checking the individual course pages for details and to get in touch with us to discuss your needs.

Yes, this information can be found here

While the average age varies from trip to trip, most of our participants are between 18-35 years old.

However, did you know that we have courses specifically designed for young people that are 15-17 years old?

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