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Every October, new students arrive in Japan with a suitcase, a lot of nerves, and a goal. At our welcome event, we asked five of them the same question: what do you want to do after language school? Some had a clear plan, while others had rough ideas. All of them had a reason for coming that goes beyond the classroom. Step one: speak Japanese with confidence Almost everyone started with the same goal: language...

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Learn Japanese
Every October, new students arrive in Japan with a suitcase, a lot of nerves, and a goal. At our welcome event, we asked five of them the same question: what do you want to do...
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Recycling in Japan can have some pretty tricky rules and these rules change from town to town. It takes a little bit of time to get the hang of, but that just means cleaner rubbish...
Japanese Culture
Why Japan loves ghost stories Japan is a land that is famous for its horror; its rich tradition of yūrei 幽霊 (ghosts) and yōkai 妖怪 (supernatural beings and monsters) make up the chilling backbone of...
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Whether you’re building strength, working on your cardiovascular health, or wanting to join some group fitness classes, signing up for a gym membership can help you achieve your fitness goals in Japan.  Chances are, there...
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Most Study Trippers head home from their Japan Study Trip with great memories. And then a few decide one trip isn’t enough. We caught up with three Study Trippers who signed up again to hear...
Study Trip
How do our Study Trips turn learning into lifelong memories? A great Study Trip is about more than what you learn in the classroom; it is about the incredible experiences you have and the memories...
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