Study Abroad in Japan
Japan is a country in East Asia made up of over 3,000 islands along the Pacific coast. Approximately 5,500 American students will study abroad in Japan each year making it one of the more popular study abroad destinations. Japan has the highest life expectancy in the world, and the third lowest infant mortality rate and a very advanced economy, further reasons to consider Japan for study abroad.
To learn more about Japan, Visit the Official Japanese National Tourism Organization, providing free advice and information to Travelers
Top Cities to Study Abroad
1. Tokyo | 602 reviews | |
2. Kobe | 156 reviews | |
3. Kyoto | 93 reviews | |
4. Hirakata | 87 reviews | |
5. Nagoya | 67 reviews |
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Study Abroad in Japan - Featured Programs
A highly challenging, affordable immersion program for the serious student to perfect Japanese in exciting Tokyo (academic credit available).
See the world, experience a new culture, make friends from 100 countries – and prepare for your global future. Start any Monday and study fr...
An unforgettable cultural experience at SANKO while learning Japanese! Free online trial lesson once every month!
Study Abroad in Japan - All Programs
Once a small fishing village, Tokyo is now a major international capital of culture, economy and politics. With a population of 12 million, the contrast of Tokyo’s history...
SANKO Japanese language School Tokyo is a school run by SANKO Educational Corporation in Japan.The corpora...
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Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...
Tea ceremony, calligraphy, music, dance, and martial arts—Japan is a medley of culture, old and new, that you can explore during your time in Tokyo. Live and learn in this...
Think study abroad isn't in your major? Think again! Spend 4 weeks over the summer in Japan on one of our 2 career-oriented programs (listed below). These courses are taug...
KCP International Japanese Language School is recognized as a leader in Japanese language education. It is well known for its Japanese language and cultural immersion in T...
Located in Hirakata City, Osaka, Kansai Gaidai is accessible, within a one-hour train ride, to Kyoto and Nara, the ancient capitals, and Osaka, the second largest business...
The Year-in-Japan program offers advanced undergraduates the opportunity to spend a fall or spring semeste...
energy (along with anime, Godzilla, and Hello Kitty). The prestigious Sophia University is CIEE’s partner school and your host for coursework in English on anthropology, a...
SANKO Japanese language School Tokyo is a school run by SANKO Educational Corporation in Japan.The corporation has over 30 years history with not only language school but ...