10 Websites you must check for Exchange Students in Japan
How to go there, study and survive as a ryugakusei (exchange student).
This post may contain affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
1. Surviving in Japan
japanblogdirectory.com
The blog Surviving in Japan isn't just a blog, it's basically a how-to guide on how to do ANYTHING in Japan. It's not just "how to use the train," it's actually important things like finding toothpaste, haircare, going to the doctor and buying feminine products. This site is not just for ryugakusei but for any expat who lives in Japan.
Whether you're new, still learning Japanese, or even an experienced Japan resident, Surviving in Japan covers common problems expats and travelers face in Japan, but goes one step further to provide unique how-tos and uncommon resources you won't find anywhere else.
2. The Japan Times Guide to Studying in Japan
The Japan Times is an English-language newspaper based in Japan which has an English list of Japanese colleges and universities where you can study. There is also a graduate school search and a way to search by area. The site has testimonials from students, detailed information about each school and the ability to request information if you are interested.
info.japantimes.co.jp
Web site on finding schools in Japan, information on universities for students from outside Japan
3. Japan Study Support
www.jpss.jp
This site is jointly run by The Asian Students Cultural Association and Benesse Corporation. It is a wealth of information from the general inquiries of studying in Japan to scholarships to finding jobs.
JAPAN STUDY SUPPORT for information of studying at Universities and Graduate Schools in Japan
www.jpss.jp
Web site on Study in Japan;Information for those who wish to study in Japan or are now studying in Japanese universities, graduate schools, special training colleges.
4. Study Abroad Student Handbook - Japan
Internet research is one of the easiest ways to find more information about Japan. The Center for Global Education compiled a condensed list of information and helpful Internet resources on Japan for students considering study abroad. In creating this site, the Center's goals are to help educate and inform students so that they can enjoy a safe and healthy time in Japan. Students are encouraged to read through the information on Japan, and visit other recommended sites provided in each section.
This handbook, created by the Center for Global Education, is focused not only on introducing Japan and study abroad programs to students but also on how to be safe as an expat while living in the country. There are sections on how international laws apply to foreigners, crisis management and health and safety issues.
5. Japanese Language School Database
This database provides detailed information about more than 400 Japanese language schools in Japan, includes Japanese language schools, institutes, universities, colleges, junior colleges, and vocational schools which offer Japanese language courses for non-Japanese speakers. It includes school names, information on courses, tuition, admission, and other helpful data.
Each school profile in the database includes student demographics, a breakdown of tuition fees and the admissions process.
Japanese Language School Database - information about all JLSs in Japan!
www.aikgroup.co.jp
Japanese Language School Database
6-8. Blogs
Blogs are an in-depth, informative way to learn about the experience of living in another country, especially as a foreign exchange student. Some programs and scholarships, such as the Gilman International Scholarship, require that students document their experiences through a blog. The links below are a sampling of some blogs of students who have been ryugakusei in Japan.
Study Abroad in Japan Blog | Tokyo Arts & Sciences | CIEE
study-abroad-blog-tokyo-as.ciee.org
Find out what it's like to study abroad in Japan with CIEE. Learn about studying arts and sciences abroad in Tokyo. Learn more at ciee.org/study-abroad.
Brooklen in Japan | Gilman Global Experience Blog
gilmanprogram.wordpress.com
Posts about Brooklen in Japan written by Kotsuzui
My Year In Japan 2013-2014 - Home
myyearinjapan.weebly.com
The before, during and after of my year of studying abroad in Japan.
9. study.gaijinpot.com
GaijinPot is a popular forum for expats living in Japan to gather and discuss and ask questions about life in Japan. This particular subset of GaijinPot, study.gaijinpot.com, is new and focuses on introducing schools as well as providing study guides about Japan.
10. University Study Abroad Centers
gallery.mailchimp.com
If you are enrolled in a college, university or graduate school, chances are there will be a study abroad office to help you find a program, figure out finances and scholarships and give you an orientation on living and studying in Japan. Below is a sampling of some universities' study abroad centers.
studyabroad.unc.edu
New York University -Study Abroad
www.nyu.edu
The information in this article is accurate at the time of publication.
About the author
