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Japan History, Culture and Intercultural Communication
Travel Dates: May 31 - June 11, 2027 (11-day program)
Discover Japan through its history, traditions, art, and contemporary culture! This immersive study abroad experience takes you from the vibrant streets of Tokyo to the historic temples of Kyoto, offering a unique opportunity to explore how Japan's rich cultural heritage connects with modern life.
Through visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima, and Osaka, you'll explore ancient temples and shrines, museums, historic neighborhoods, and cultural landmarks. Along the way, you'll experience Japanese traditions firsthand through activities such as a tea ceremony, sushi making, kimono wearing, and traditional arts workshops. You'll also have opportunities to engage with local experts and university students, explore Japanese popular culture, and reflect on the country's history and global influence.
Whether you're interested in history, art, culture, or simply curious about experiencing Japan, this program will help you broaden your global perspective, challenge assumptions, and develop valuable intercultural skills.
Explore Japanese culture and society through the humanities, examining how history, religion, art, architecture, traditions, and popular culture shape identity and everyday life.
Using Japan as your classroom, you'll connect academic concepts to firsthand experiences at cultural and historical sites, participate in guided discussions and activities, and reflect on similarities and differences between Japanese culture and your own.
The course is taught in English and is open to students from all academic disciplines. No Japanese language experience is required.
Tokyo: Explore Sensō-ji Temple, the Tokyo National Museum, Harajuku, Shibuya, and Japanese popular culture.
Kyoto: Discover traditional architecture, historic districts, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Nara: Visit historic temples and shrines and explore Japan's early cultural heritage.
Hiroshima and Miyajima: Reflect on history, peace, and collective memory at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and explore Itsukushima Shrine.
Osaka: Experience the city's lively urban culture, food traditions, and historic landmarks.
Cultural experiences: Participate in sushi making, a Japanese tea ceremony, kimono wearing, and daruma painting.
Cost: $5,700*
Cost Includes: airfare, accommodation, entrance fees, insurance, ground transportation and most meals.
Cost does not include: tuiton and fees, miscelaneous, options excursions, meals not specified.
*Estimated program cost. Final cost may vary based on airfare, exchange rates, program enrollment, and other unforeseen expenses.
More information coming soon.
| Payment | Amount | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| FIrst Payment - Deposit | $500 | February 1, 2027 |
| Second Payment | $500 | February 15, 2027 or upon acceptance |
| Third Payment | $2,350 | March 15, 2027 |
| Final Payment | $2,350 | April 15, 2027 |
Application deadline: February 1, 2027
