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traditional shrines as well as futuristic architecture, classic kabuki shows and fun karaoke events. Nagasaki is just a few hours away, and the you can easily take a day trip to the hot springs of Beppu or to Mount Aso.
The Language Institute
Study Japanese at a small, intimate nonprofit language institute in the old Tenjin center of Fukuoka. With a maximum of 30 students attending at a time, you can be sure to receive plenty of individual support from your teachers and the staff. In the neighborhood, you will find post offices, shops, banks, and several parks.
The Classes
Classes are usually held every weekday morning, for a total of 20 hours per week. Some courses include more hours. Depending on your interests, you can choose a course with a focus on Japanese traditions or on modern Japanese pop culture, or join an exam preparation course. All classes are designed to get you ready to communicate in Japanese with ease, and incorporate authentic materials into the curriculum whenever possible.
Cultural Activities
The courses with a cultural focus include many hands-on activities and excursions. For example, you might try on a gorgeous kimono, try out Japanese martial arts, attend a traditional tea ceremony, or visit a graphic design studio to see the production of a new manga. Excursions to places of historic interests and into the surrounding outdoors are also being offered. Many of these activities are included in your program fees. You may want to budget a little extra for entrance fees and transportation costs.
Special Option: Japanese and Organic Farming!
Experience another side of Japan while learning about Japanese farming traditions and organic farming practices! Choose an organic farm anywhere in the country, then live and work on the farm for up to six months and receive free room and board in exchange for your help with the daily tasks. Contact us for details!
Accommodations
A homestay with a local family is the best way to immerse yourself into the daily life in Fukuoka. Host families come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is a strong interest in sharing their culture. All homestays include breakfast; dinner can be arranged for an extra fee.
* These prices are based on the currency exchange rate at the time of publication. Your final program price will be based on the actual currency exchange rate at the time of your payment.
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