Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Tokyo
- Hosted at: International Christian University
- Location(s): Tokyo, Japan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Designed for students seeking advanced Japanese language proficiency and cultural immersion, the Middlebury School in Japan offers a unique opportunity to experience both the energy of Tokyo and the close-knit community of a Japanese university ca... read more
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I gained so many new experiences and learned more about myself. It was definitely worthwhile A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and my language skills improved immensely. It was absolutely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
it was great A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I was able to reconnect in some ways with my Japanese identity and am generally more comfortable with living in Japan now. Being in a city also helped me to explore other parts of my identity and open up more. I also really needed a mental health break from my home institution so being able to go abroad was a lifesaver. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Improved my language skills and got to know many interesting people Xinyu - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Independence. Very worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Many many things. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I loved living in Japan, it was amazing to experience the culture, especially being a student. Yes, it was worthwhile. Sofia - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was certainly worthwhile. In addition to greatly improving my language ability and increasing my cultural knowledge, I learned what it was like to be out of my comfort zone and interact with numerous strangers, who would become my friends. I had to think about and learn who I was and where I came from in a setting in which I ... A student - Tulane University View Entire Review
I learned a lot more about sustainability and how Japan is combatting depopulation. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The best part about this program was exploring the county's culture. Its amazing how different things are (and how clean). It definitely made it worth going, if only slightly. sean m - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I improved my Japanese language skills. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Mostly insight into what makes me happy. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot of Japanese. I wonder whether it was worth while. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
language skills improved A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I think this experience really helped me grow as a person. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Learn a lot about the culture and living experience while there. Also learned how to deal with a lot of the language and cultural barriers that exist when going to a different country. Bing Samudera Ibrahim - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile. I loved learning. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My language skills increased tremendously, and I was able to pass the N2 level of the JLPT when I returned! I also made several friends, and improved my awareness of cross-cultural barriers and how to surmount them. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained language fluency, as well as a deeper cultural understanding. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned more about the culture and deepened my love for it. Madison Jean Philippe - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Japanese language skills -- it was definitely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned more about Japanese language, and current issues in Japan. In my opinion, it was worthwhile, for sure. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Learned to use my japanese a lot A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Japan is great! I improved my Japanese and even made some local friends. The food is good, but be careful with spending. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
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Designed for students seeking advanced Japanese language proficiency and cultural immersion, the Middlebury School in Japan offers a unique opportunity to experience both the energy of Tokyo and the close-knit community of a Japanese university campus. Students study at International Christian University (ICU), enrolling in a rigorous academic program while developing their language skills through intensive coursework, daily interaction with Japanese peers, and full participation in campus life. Guided by the Middlebury Language Pledge, students use Japanese throughout their time abroad, strengthening their linguistic abilities while gaining a deeper understanding of contemporary Japanese society.
Once a small fishing village, Tokyo has grown into one of the world's most influential centers of culture, economics, and politics. With a population of more than 12 million, the city offers a fascinating contrast between tradition and modernity, where historic temples, gardens, and neighborhoods exist alongside cutting-edge technology, architecture, and global industries. The Middlebury School in Japan is located in Mitaka, a suburban area approximately 30 minutes west of central Tokyo, allowing students to enjoy the opportunities of one of the world's great metropolitan areas while living and studying in a more intimate campus environment.
Middlebury's host institution, International Christian University, is a leading liberal arts university founded in 1953 and renowned throughout Japan for its commitment to language education and international learning. With an enrollment of approximately 2,900 students, ICU provides a supportive academic community and offers coursework in fields including Japanese language and literature, history, art history, psychology, linguistics, international studies, and the social sciences. Students live on campus with Japanese roommates, creating daily opportunities for cultural exchange and authentic language practice, while participating in student-led clubs and activities that connect them with the broader university community.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Japanese
Language Requirement(s):
- Japanese
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Japanese Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Linguistics
- Japanese Language, Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Mathematics, Statistics
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Museum Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Music
- History
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