Friday, December 24, 2010

Lots of Questions:High School exchange to Japan

Lots of Questions:High School exchange to Japan?
I have lots of questions....first some info, I have not taken any formal Japanese classes, but am learning on my own terms. I am in 9th grade. My family does not have a lot of money. Questions: What are some cheap programs to exchange to Japan for a Semester or a summer? Do I get credits for doing these trips? Please help me! I really want to go on a trip, but I can not find one that isn't 9000 dollars for a semester.. Doumo arigatao gozaimus(sorry if I spelled any of that wrong) Thanks in advance! I live in a small town, so there are no programs local to my area.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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My grand daughter left yesterday for Japan with her class. Why don`t you enquire through the school system, or an Exchange Group in your area. I know there are some that ask for Host homes for Japanese Students, and maybe they do it in reverse, find Japanese homes for students in other countries.
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There are no "cheap" programs overseas. These things cost money and you need to be aware of that up front. The top three programs are AFS, YFU and Rotary. Rotary is the cheapest, but most competitive. YFU offers a few nice scholarships you can try for. There is a very good summer one for FCCLA members. Whether or not you get credit for your exchange depends upon your school. Usually you WILL get credit for a year or semester exchange if you work with your school counselor and go with a CSIET listed program. You'll probably have to take an summer or correspondence course however. Good luck! http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx

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Thursday, December 16, 2010

How do I convince my mom to let me study in Japan

How do I convince my mom to let me study in Japan?
I'd really like to go to Japan next year to study for a semester, or maybe a full year. I already asked my dad and he says that he is okay with it if my mom is. He hasn't told her anything, and I don't think he took it too seriously.. I am a C student, but that's just because I wanted to.. If I want I know I can be an A student, which is what I am trying this year, so I can show them I can be responsible if I want to, and ask them about it near the end of the school year. I've already started investigateing about Japan, exchange programs, schools, etc. I commented with her that their schools have a very similar system to ours (I live in Mexico), and other random facts about Japan. How should I approach her with this? Do you think I should make a folder with all the information about it? Any ideas? Oh by the way, If I go next year, I'll be 15 so I think it's a pretty good age to travel by myself. Also I'll be with a host family.
Studying Abroad - 4 Answers
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I THINK YOU SHOULD SIT DOWN QUIETLY AND TALK TO YOUR MOM ABOUT GOING TO JAPAN AND YOU SHOULD TELL HER THE GOOD OR BAD DIFFERENCES BETWEEN JAPAN AND WHERE YOUR CURRENTLY STUDYING.
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I'm facing the same problem. This is going to be my senior year of high school and I'd like to study at the Tokyo campus of Temple University (based out of Philly). I've already been to Tokyo twice to work and now I want to go to school there but idk how my parents would take it. Just make sure you've got all the information, do your research so you'll be able to answer any question she throws at you. Good Luck!!!! â™ â™¥ â™£
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Some programs might accept C students. Rotary is a great program but competitive and you have to be the top 20% in your school. That said, in a lot of countries, if your Mum/Dad is Rotarian, they usually let you go anyway. I think you have to think why you want to go to Japan, how you're going to this, why it's so important to you, what to do if something happens when you're there, how to finance it etc. List all this down for your mum and state how important this is for you. Honestly ,just do it. Get your dad to help convince her if possible. Get a place in an exchange program and once you have it, parents usually don't say no because it can be an honour;) Good luck!
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Most programs require a 3.0 GPA and 16 is the minimum age. So I'd suggest you wait a year, bring your grades up, and then apply. Oh, and go for a year. Not a semester. You won't gain much fluency in a semester. Trust me. You'll be there, having a great time, just starting to get the language under your belt, and it'll be over... stay a year.

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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Questions about High School/students in Japan.

Questions about High School/students in Japan.?
I am debating if I would like to transfer to Japan as a 2nd year next year. A few questions and opinions. 1) How much Japanese would be wise for me to learn? 2) How are the students different compare to Americans? (Partying, sex, drugs, studious, lazy, nerdy, slutty, or you know any typical "stereotypes") I want a comparing idea to see if I'd fit in or need to change some ways of mine. 3) How much of a change would this be for anyone deciding to make this leap? OR any of opinions about me deciding this? / any effective way to learn Japanese or motivation? Thank you all!
Japan - 4 Answers
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1) More or less like in America. 2) The Japanese people are very reserved and polite, but quite open-minded with sex. 3) Without any doubt It would require some effort from you. The Japanese people may seem a it weird to a westerner. If I were you, I'd choose other country with a more akin culture.
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1 - You will have to know A LOT of Japanese (and also their writing: Kanji, Hiragana and Katakana) unless you are planning to go to an international school where they speak and teach mostly in English. Just think of how well you can speak English... you'll have to speak just as much Japanese. 2 - Japanese teenagers are fun but they are also very serious about their studies. I remember going to a Japanese school for a day in Middle School on a field trip, it was very quiet in the classroom. People in my class were whispering and some of them got a little loud but the Japanese kids weren't like that at all when they visited our classroom the next week. They were just as quiet and respectful as they were in their own classroom. I'm not saying that everyone is like this, but I think that that is the norm. 3 - This would be a HUGE change, you definitely need to be prepared. In Japan school is very serious business and High School is NOT free (the average cost is about $2,000 a year in American dollars). Also Japanese High School starts at what is Sophomore Year to us (10th grade), and you have to take entrance exams to get into a high school. If you can't pass your examines (and knowledge of Kanji is included on these exams) you cannot get into a high school. You have to repeat Junior High (9th grade). The pressure to learn and succeed is really big in Japan. A lot of High School students go to Jukus or Cram schools - they are like after school classes - in order to keep their grades up. They are also very competitive with their grades. All in all Japanese High Schools are A LOT harder than American High Schools. I had a friend when I lived in Japan who went to a Japanese High School (I went to a middle school on base at the time). She was fluent in Japanese and had been going to Japanese schools since she started school and she had a difficult time with High School. If you're going to do this it's going to be very difficult, even if you plan on going to an International school and you take having to learn Japanese out of the equation. Do you take Advanced classes in High School? Because normal Japanese classes are harder than our advanced classes. It's definitely not a decision that you should take lightly. You should do a lot of research on it before you make up your mind.
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1, Japanese kids are supposed to finish learning 2,000 kanjis before the end of junior high school. If you want to go to a high school in Japan, you must know all 2,000 kanjis. Or you can't follow the classes. And you can't join a high school without taking and passing its entrance exams. So you must know 2,000 kanji to pass it. 2, It depends on each school. "Studying hard" is just a stereotype. Not all students are like that. As we have entrance exams for college, some are studying hard, though. You can't easily transfer to Japanese high schools (Do you have a place to stay?).
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I think the better option for you would be to go as an exchange student, intstead of enrolling as a student. You should research it up, I dont think many people just "transfer" to a Japanese High School unless their parents are moving their long term(ish) and alot of them go to an American high school there. Anyway on to your questions 1) As much as you can, you'd definitly need to be competent in Hiragana and Katakana + Basic Kanji, this is just to get by. To pass you'd need an extensive knowledge of the language. Just basically study study study. 2) I can't really fully answer this question so much, because at my School in Japan its one of the worst schools in the Prefecture. The students just sit there do make-up and hair all day, scream, yell, most have part-time jobs (which is normally forbiden) and yeah I cant really explain it in short. My schools just different, my host Mother was so shocked when I was telling her about my school. But in general I think the other answers give a very good impression of Japanese Students. 3) It really depends person to person. Some people deal with it really well some people do not. Everyones different and has their own goals and ambitions and deal with problems differently. Other advice I can give; Just try your best and have the most amazing time of your life because I know I am. http://www.lifeinjapan.tumblr.com

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Wednesday, December 1, 2010

How would one disappear/escape to a Buddhist monastery in Japan for a year

How would one disappear/escape to a Buddhist monastery in Japan for a year?
This is actually a serious question; life here in America is not working out for me, and I often feel that I'm missing something spiritual in my life. And, I want to learn how to just let go of everything so I don't have to keep being repeatedly disappointed by people, expectations, etc. I was in Japan for a school trip a couple summers ago, and some of the mountain temples we visited were amazingly tranquil... So, if anyone has any travel/logistical ideas, I'd welcome them. Thank you.
Japan - 4 Answers
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very carefully
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Not likely to happen as you need a visa to stay more than 90 days. There are cultural visas, but I doubt if you could qualify for this. Some temples allow short term visitors, but it wouldn't be for more than a few days. A temple is a serious place, and they're not likely to want a gaijin who just wants to get away. Another problem is they're not likely to know English. You would probably have to do without things like TV & women. You'd be sleeping on the floor on a futon. Sorry, I just don't think this would work out for you. Being a monk is a lifetime commitment.
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If "escape" is your mindset, forget it! If you are thinking along the lines of a "spiritual retreat" that is an entirely different question... I don't know whether you would be allowed to stay at a monastery that long unless you intended to become a monastic yourself. One essential question that you must be able to answer is: "WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO OFFER THIS MONASTIC COMMUNITY?" Why does the monastery have to be in Japan? Going into ANY cloistered community will sufficiently cut you off from the outside world. I would suggest looking for local (in the USA) monasteries first. There are even Protestant Monasteries (over 100) in the USA! I am a monastic aspirant and I have, thus far, never been allowed to stay longer than a week at a time. I will probably not be allowed to make a long stay until after I have made my Formal Application for Consideration, been accepted and entered the Novitiate/Candidate program. I already made a Formal Application for Consideration at one monastery but was turned down. BTW: Will your health insurance be applicable overseas? About the best deal I ever got on traveler's insurance was $2/day. .
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Sorry have no idea,can not help

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Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Japan Schools Questions

Japan Schools Questions?
1. When does school start in Japan? 2. What time do they start ad end? 3. Can you give me a map or an over view(blue print) of any school (junior high or high shool) in japan? 4. Is there a canteen or a cafeteria in Japan Schools? 5. Can you please tell more about Japanese Schools? Please answer as much as you can. THANKS!
Japan - 3 Answers
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schools start in april in japan and ends in march. school time, starts at 830 and ends, between 245 and 350 sometimes. It is going to be ahrd to get a blue print. No there is no cafeteria in there schools, since they eat school lunch in there classrooms. most JHS have clubs after school so students stay till 1800 at school. Jhs in japan is 3 years long. what ese do you want to know
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1, School year starts in April and ends in March. 2, It depends on each school. from 8:30 to 2:30 is common schedule. 3, I think some websites have it. But I can't check websites of all schools and find it. 4, Some of them have a cafeteria. 5, High schools and colleges are not compulsory in Japan. So you must take and pass entrance exams.
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1. When does school start in Japan? > School year starts at April. 2. What time do they start ad end? > Our school starts at 8:00am to 3:00pm 3. Can you give me a map or an over view(blue print) of any school (junior high or high shool) in japan? > Search in google. 4. Is there a canteen or a cafeteria in Japan Schools? >We have a canteen. We also have vending machines in our school. 5. Can you please tell more about Japanese Schools? > We wear uniforms. In our school, the girls and boys are separated in classrooms. Our school offers different curriculum depending on what you want to study or preparing to for college. Our school is strict in grades. Our school makes atleast 2 school trips per school year.

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Tuesday, November 16, 2010

How do I convince my mom to let me study in Japan

How do I convince my mom to let me study in Japan?
How do I convince my mom to let me study in Japan? I'd really like to go to Japan next year to study for a semester, or maybe a full year. I already asked my dad and he says that he is okay with it if my mom is. He hasn't told her anything, and I don't think he took it too seriously.. I am a C student, but that's just because I wanted to.. If I want I know I can be an A student, which is what I am trying this year, so I can show them I can be responsible if I want to, and ask them about it near the end of the school year. I've already started investigateing about Japan, exchange programs, schools, etc. I commented with her that their schools have a very similar system to ours (I live in Mexico), and other random facts about Japan. How should I approach her with this? Do you think I should make a folder with all the information about it? Any ideas? If I go, it will be in two years. For my first year of High School. My mom is very skeptical. When she says no, it's no. She won't listen to reasons or anything. That's why I want some help.. I really want this, and they know I've always wanted to life in Japan. Weirdest thing happened. I was talking with my mom on lunch... the topic came up that one of my schoolmates went to Canada for a year and I didn't know about it.. So she said "So why don't you go to Japan?" I was like "What the cruuuud?" I asked her and she said that she was okay with it as long as I was going by myself. Good lord. It isn't definitive yet, but it sure gives me a new view on how to approach her on the subject.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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The worry of most parents whose children want to go overseas to study is of course that their son/daughter is alone in a strange land. Furthermore, if you've only been showing them Cs when they know your capable of As, it will only convince them more that u need the pushing you get at home to study. First step is try and show them you can be independent. Do simple things like wash up after you've eaten, clean the house, cook a meal or two, follow your mom shopping to pick up tips and maybe later even volunteer to do it on your own. Also, show you don't need them to push you in your studies, go for the A you know you can get. This also shows them how serious you are about Japan. Another thing you can do is talk to your teacher to try and help convince your parents. Your teacher has more experiance in such things than all of you, and as an adult their more likely to listen to him/her. You should also find other friends who are going to help assure your parents that you will not be alone and there is someone to help you should things go south. Bring them home from time to time to show how reliable they are. And should all else fail, theres always hypnotism :)
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OMG i'm trying to go to japan also. I was just talking about it with my dad like 3 minutes ago. LOL. i guess im not the only one.
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Monday, November 8, 2010

What are some aspects of school life in Japan

What are some aspects of school life in Japan?
I'm in the editing stages of a essay on Japanese School Life I'm working on for a personal project, and there are a few points I'm not really certain on/have only seen in more realistic representations of school life in anime: -Parents pay for schooling, whether public or private -Uniforms are custom tailored for students -They change into school shoes once they get to school, and use those same shoe spaces for letters from other students -Their school runs from Monday-Saturday -When they reach 10th grade, it's no longer mandatory for them to go to school -Their colleges are a cakewalk, compared to their high school days Can anyone confirm or deny this? My research on the topic has been a bit hazy concerning these points, so I'm not if it's fiction or fact or a bit of both
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-Parents pay for schooling, whether public or private They usually pay. But it depends on each family. Some students try to pay by themselves by working or getting scholarship. -Uniforms are custom tailored for students They are custom tailored to each school. -They change into school shoes once they get to school, This is true. But not in colleges. >and use those same shoe spaces for letters from other students This is not usual. Maybe in manga only. -Their school runs from Monday-Saturday Many schools are now between Monday to Friday. But some have classes on Saturday. >-When they reach 10th grade, it's no longer mandatory for them to go to school 10th grade, or it's a high school in Japan. Yes, high school and college are not mandatory in Japan. >-Their colleges are a cakewalk, compared to their high school days Yes. We have hard entrance exams for colleges. But once we passed it and joined a college, it's not hard to finish it. But now, students are struggling to find a job as we have to find a job BEFORE the end of college.
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You pay public or private. The difference of what you pay is non-trivial depending on which you choose. Not custom tailored. Different for each school, but the uniforms are not custom made after measuring each student. They change into school shoes. Letters? No idea. Mon-Sat? Depends on the school. Public schools around here don't go on Sat. Though they may have club activities. Which means you have to go to school. You decide if that counts. Private schools vary in their policy. Through junior high is mandatory. Have to take tests to enter a high school. Screwed up system if you ask me. In the U.S. it's really the same. Quit when you are 16, which means 10th grade. Thing is, you don't have to spend all your time studying to get into high school. I've heard the same thing about colleges in Japan. But some of the students keep learning. Evidence? Japanese technology. They didn't learn that in high school.

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Monday, November 1, 2010

In Japan, do you have to wear a mask during school if you're sick

In Japan, do you have to wear a mask during school if you're sick?
I know that you wear one inside your house and out in public, but does school count as well? Like if I were in Japan as a foreign exchange student, I caught a cold, and had a mask, would I wear it to school and keep it on during the entire day? I suppose you would, but then again I'm not entirely sure.
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School most certainly counts. Especially if there are children present.
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People may consider it is quite good naturally that you wear a mask not to splatter any virus in public like school if you have a lot of infectious coughs too much in Japan. Mask might not be actually effective but they would feel that kind of attitude was fine.
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in some countries when you wear a mask, people stay away from you and think you are gravely ill. but in Japan, i've seen train commuters wear masks to work. i suppose it's a courteous act to wear a mask when you're ill. maybe take it off during lessons and put it back on after school? but it's kinda hot right now isn't it? would totally melt with a mask on.
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You don't have to in the sense that nobody forces you to wear it, but it's good manners when you are sneezing and coughing. By the way, we don't usually wear a mask at home, unless you have such severe throat/nose symptoms so that wearing one makes it easier to breathe, or when there are eldery people, little children or someone with medical issues in the house whom you really must protect from any chance of infection.
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There is nothing like you "have to". But it's often recommended to wear a mask so that your sickness does not influence others.

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Sunday, October 24, 2010

Is it true that some English teaching schools in Japan will pay for your plane to come teach English

Is it true that some English teaching schools in Japan will pay for your plane to come teach English?
I've heard of a lot of private lessons courses in Japan for teaching English. I'm pretty young, but I really wanna go. After gr.12, I'm going to take a year off before I get into University, and go to Japan, to teach English, and learn more Japanese. But, of course, this is very expensive. However, I hear people who are just a little older than me say 'Yeah, I have a friend who's teaching English in Japan.', and they mention how the company actually paid for their plane to get up there, and a place for them to reside in. I figure after I get there, I can use money that I get from my job to buy food, and pay other expenses. I really, really want to look into this. I think I would do well in Japan. I know a lot of Japanese, which is my favourite hobby. And more than anything, right now, I want to go to Japan. Someone help me out. (I know I posted this before, but I decided to post it in a different category)
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Never heard of it......................
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Yes. Japan is the highest country to pay university students to teach english. However the downside is the higher costs of living, as well as 6 day work weeks, or 5 day full days (when i say full, i mean FULL)... the high expense prevented me from deciding to go teach at this point of time, i might consier it later on. if you know a lot of japanese it would be good for living. during the classes though, you will be only speaking english, conversing in dialogue with japanese students. edit: let me just add that only some companies will pay for your flight. typically the pay rate may be lower though. if you find the perfect deal, then congratulations! edit 2: if you are a uni student (in which you aren't) you will get paid more. You also get paid extra if you are a qualified ELT teacher (i forgot the exact qualifiction name). good luck!
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I have a couple of friends who tried this, and it had its pros and cons. Although you get paid a lot, the cost of living there is so much higher than you would expect, that you end up coming back with almost no money saved. So, if it's just for the experience, it would probably be good, but if you are planning to pay off university debt with the money you save, you may be out of luck. Check out the organization carefully, and if you know people that have had successful experiences, take their advice on how to do it.
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I have heard of this. From what I hear they pay your plane, and also pay your room and board once you are in the country (just like your friend mentioned). The website I have attached has a lot of info of books that will get you where you want to go... check it out and then see if your library can get them for you!
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I have seen similar ads. You'd do some research online for this. But, please be very careful! Some might be just a hoax. Always check the background for the company with Better Business Bureau. You maybe a bit young for this, but for a tryout, since you want a year off, why not go as an exchange student?
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It is true, but most of these places that hire from overseas needs the applicants to have at least completed university. Most companies do not hire high school students.
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â™¡Yes, it is true that some companies will pay for your expenses, sponsor your visa and so on when traveling to Japan to work for them. In some cases, you must meet the requirements to teach English in Japan, example having a four year degree. Many people have been quite satisfied working for the JET program. Other popular English schools are NOVA and AEON. You may want to look into those as well. To get all the CORRECT info you'll need, check out the sites I listed for you below. Find the one that's best for you. Good luck and I hope you find something that works for you. BTW, learning some Japanese and a little about the Japanese culture would be a good thing before coming too. I've lived here for over 8 years now. â™¡

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Saturday, October 16, 2010

Is this enough money to take to Japan

Is this enough money to take to Japan?
I'm going to a school trip to Japan next year in April and I need to take some shopping money (excluding. hotel fees, disney world etc etc, ONLY SHOPPING). I am planning to take $1000NZ dollars which is 48,664 YEN to spend. I'm staying for two weeks. Is this enough, do you think? I only want to buy a few souvenirs (like 2). I looove shopping, will buy nailpolish,clothes,hello kitty stuff, anything that I can't get in New Zealand. But also I am not the type of person who buys everything, it takes me agggesss to decide on buying something that I really want because I think of the money that I have to use, which I earn not-so-easily.
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It should be enough... When I had my exchange for 1 month in Japan, I took about 40,000 YEN and still had enough to spend at the end. However, I'm just a guy. The girls that went with me brought at least 60,000 - 80,000 YEN to spend. It really depends what sort of person you are.
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It really depends on what kind of shopping and how much do you want in Japan. Without specific items and quantity, we can't answer anything usefully. Generally speaking, souveniors are not so cheap in Japan but you may drop in 100Yen shops to look for interesting goods as remembrance and/or practical use. There are not always only goods priced just Yen100 but much higher ones in the shops though. If you have any private plastics, I recommend to bring them just in case of additiional possible purchase. I believe you can make it if your family has standard financial condition.
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NO, definitely. You could survive with that amount for two weeks but hey, this is probable the most expensive country in the world (http://www.aneki.com/expensive.html), and I am sure you will be temptedo buy some new ststuffwwhich will be very expensive even for Japanese.

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Friday, October 8, 2010

I 'm 21 I have a high school diploma will it be hard to find a job in Japan

I 'm 21 I have a high school diploma will it be hard to find a job in Japan?
And some one tell me what kind of a job can I find in Japan by just having a High School Diploma? Thank you!
Other - Education - 1 Answers
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first what do you know how to do? you might want to get some type of experience at somting before you decide to go to japan.

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Friday, October 1, 2010

Would I be in high school if I lived in Japan

Would I be in high school if I lived in Japan?
I'm 15 years old, 16 on the 31st Dec. And what year/grade would i be in?
Japan - 2 Answers
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Japanese standards, should should be in med school by that age, lol.
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Hi. You would be in Senior High School (Koukou; koutougakkou). 15 to 18 years old. I'm going to post what it says ok? Senior High School (Koukou; koutougakkou): The peak of pressure for the student in the Japanese school system from 15 to 18 years old, entry to senior high school is by an entrance exam. Preparation for the exam itself, of course, is usually through attending a good Juku (see below). To get a place at the best university means that a student really needs to go to the right senior high school, so the entrance exam can have a major impact on the future career of Japanese students. As the number of private schools increases (at present over one-quarter of senior high schools are private) and pressure to perform well increases, education ends up costing parents more and more. This pressure is slowly diffusing down the chain as entry to the best senior high schools is increasingly affected by the junior high school attended. Although not compulsory in Japan, over 90% of all children attend Senior High School. Juku (Cram schools): The pressure of the education system in Japan is great, and so much of a child's future depends on going to the right school and university that from a very young age (in some cases from before ten years old) a child's school day does not end with the school bell. After the piano or violin lessons, the basketball or football, kendo or judo, archery or English, Maths or Art or any of the dozens of other clubs that are organised at school most children also attend cram schools called "Juku". These have extra lessons, which may be used to push bright students further or to help others catch up to the crowd. The classes may run until late, and a 12-hour day is not unusual for the Japanese high school student (before homework). I hope that helped a lot! hehe ^_______^

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Friday, September 24, 2010

how long do kids in japan go to school

how long do kids in japan go to school?
like how many months out of the year, how many hours.
Primary & Secondary Education - 5 Answers
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foreeveeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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they go 14 hours
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i think they go for 11 months out of the year
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As for the month, their school year starts in April, and ends in March. And yes, they do have summer vacation, but it's usually very short ( end of July to the end of August). However, they get a little bit longer winter vacation around New Years time because that's one of the major holidays in Japan. So, it would be approximately 11months that kids are going to school. As for the hours, it depends from school to school. But most schools start around 8 in the morning, and 3 in the afternoon. Plus, the hours would also differ since some schools have 6-day schooldays, where kids would go to schools on Saturdays in the morning, while others would have 5-day school day, just like US. Until recently, majority of the school had 6-day school day, but it got changed...probably by the department of education. Even if they might go to school everyday for around 7 hours, many kids go to juku, which is like an after-school school, meaning they study there too. They could go to juku to catch up, get ahead, or prepare them for entrance exams for elementary/middle/high schools, as well as college. And at the juku, some kids may go there until around midnight. And majority of the kids will go...Some kids won't because their family may not be able to afford for the juku. Usually, people go to the juku after their afterschool clubs, like sports, as well as art club, choir, band, etc. So, kids could be in school for up to 9 hours...depending on what you do. And the total hours they study could be somewhere around 10~12 hours probably. But it really depends on whether he/she goes to public/private school, as well as which prefecture you are in. I hope this helped:-)

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

When you are a foriegn exchange student in Japan, how does it affect you high school classes in the USA

When you are a foriegn exchange student in Japan, how does it affect you high school classes in the USA?
I want to go to Japan to be an exchange student but I don't know how it will affect my schooling in America. I mean with all the required classes and all. Help!
Japan - 4 Answers
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i know this may not be of help.. i'm in the same situation so you're not alone(: It's best to talk to your counselors about your credits and if there is any way that what you do there pertains to here (USA). ask if there will be a problem with your credits. all i know is that it looks great on a college application. you're probably on a better track then me already! my counselors didn't know a darn thing.. now i'm going to my school district office in a few weeks for information! hehe :D credits are very important and that is a great question to ask your school. your school may run things differently when it comes to that and exchange programs. Goodluck! and i hope you-as well as me!- get the information needed to reach Japan kaity
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It's best to have all/most of your required classes for graduation finished BEFORE you go to Japan. I watched a few video blogs of people studying at Japanese high school on exchange and they said almost everyone flunks out and that the programs/schools expect this. But the point of the exchange is learning the language and culture of Japan- not so much getting credits for back home. Another thing you can do is go on your "gap year" many programs offer the chance for people who graduated high school to go on high school exchange in the year before they begin University [Age 18-19 only]. Try these organizations. yfu.org and afs.org
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You know high school life on Japan is extremely stressful and much more difficult than it is in the USA right? I suggest doing a year exchange once you're in college. Much more easy going and there is still plenty of Japanese school social life to be had (clubs, circles, etc). That said you'll have to check with your high school in the USA to see if they will accept a transcript of some kind from a Japanese school. If you don't do your entire high school career in one or the other country, it might be hard to get certain classes fulfilled in the normal 4 year time period (such as English and History related subjects).
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some high schools will allow you to take a test for the language you learn and give you foreign language credit. However, most exchange students either go on exchange after they graduate, take summer classes to get ahead before they go, or make up the year they missed when they get back. When I went on exchange, my high school awarded me 4 credits in German and that was enough to keep me on track. Contact your guidance counselor, they will be able to advise you of your options.

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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

how can I teach in japan

how can I teach in japan?
I am currently training to be a primary school teacher (age 7-11) I am also learning to speak japanese and would love to teach in Japan, either in a japanese school or an english or american school in japan when i qualify or during the holidays. How would i go about this? I dont know where to start! Has anyone done this before? Either in Japan or somewhere else? Thanks :)
Teaching - 3 Answers
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Be Japanese
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If you want to teach in an intl school, first you'll have to teach in your home country for two years. See here http://tefltips.blogspot.com/2008/11/international-schools.html If you want to teach English, TEFL, then just go. JET Is a good programme.
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In general you'll need a degree (although there are still possibilities if you do not have this) and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate to get a visa and work. The TEFL certificate can be taken either in-house or online at your own pace which is a much cheaper option (see http://icalweb.com). Then it's just a matter of getting a job - simple really, just check online and there are plenty advertised.

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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

How can I bring my niece over from Japan to the US to go to high school

How can I bring my niece over from Japan to the US to go to high school?
My wife's sister is having financial problems, and we would like to bring one of her daughters here to finish school. I see plenty of Japanese students here for college, but wonder if its legal to bring one over to study in high school. What kind of visa would it require?
Primary & Secondary Education - 1 Answers
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Just make sure she speaks English. There was this Japanese girl in my high school who just absolutely hated her life in there. So did many other people, but I especially sympathized with her.
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

How can I bring my niece over from Japan to the US to go to high school

Monday, August 16, 2010

What are some good programs for middle school students to go to for studying aboard in Japan

What are some good programs for middle school students to go to for studying aboard in Japan?
Going to Japan has always been my dream. I don't want any answers that tell me that middle schoolers aren't emotionally mature enough to handle student exchange.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I only know of a program that goes to places for around 20 days in the summer. It is called People to People Student Ambassadors: http://www.peopletopeople.com/ourprograms/sap/pages/default.aspx Here is the link to their Asian trips: http://www.peopletopeople.com/OurPrograms/Pages/StudentItineraries.aspx?region=Asia I might be going to Australia for 17 days next summer. My friend went to Europe through this program and said it was the best time of her life!
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Sunday, August 8, 2010

what do the children in japan go to school and what do they do

what do the children in japan go to school and what do they do?

Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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I think this question would be better placed in the Japan category. Are you trying to ask "how do children in Japan go to school"? In general, kids in preschool (nursery school) take school buses or their parents take them to preschool on foot, by bicycles, or by cars. Their school buses are very cute! Check out the URL below! http://www.syatai.jp/products/charabus/index.html Most elementary school children walk to and from school by themselves or in a small group of children. Junior High School students go to school on foot or by bicycles. High School students go to school on foot, by bicycles, or by public transportation depending on the distance from home to school. http://web-japan.org/kidsweb/japan/schools/q5.html I am not sure about your second question either, but they go to school to learn how to read and write, as well as how to "think." Also, they make friends and learn social skills at school. Sorry if I did not get your question right.
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Well, I think chblan7 did a good job of deciphering and answering your questions. School kids in Japan are like their counterparts in other countries. They go there to learn.

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Sunday, August 1, 2010

I need to move to Japan

I need to move to Japan?
I wan't you to help me think of a way to let my perents let me finish high school in Japan. We don't have much money so it would be a public school. I really need help! Well here are some reasons... 1. a "D" means you pass the grade... 2. Japan has a much better education system then we do... 3. America is well to put it straight to everyone a kinda stupid country. Ohh yeah and it has been about 2 years since I wanted to move there this has been going on for a long time! I could make it since I scored in the 99th percentile on our national exam. So I could most likely get above the 80th percentile there. JUST TELL ME HOW TO CONVINCE THEM (caps lock on sry) There is no girl. America isn't the place I wan't to finish high school. I would hate to have to go through the rest of my life knowing that I finished high school in a country where a "D" is a passing grade...
Immigration - 8 Answers
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I went through the exact same thing oddly. You don't NEED to move to Japan. The desire will fade in a month or two, trust me.
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If you don't have enough money, how are you going to get to school in Japan in the first place? Why? Is there a reason. That's a big move to take... Why Japan? Why move at all? You ened to ask yourself every question possible and then decide. Even then, there is no convincing your parents, you have to let y our parents decide what's best for you... because they know better!
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The cost of living in Japan is a whole lot higher than it is in the US. The average American couldn't afford to study in Japan. Believe me, you don't want to have to compete with the Japanese kids in the area of scholastic achievement. .....and between you and me, ...... they don't really like Americans over there.
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I can't help because i'm really stupid sorry.
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it will pass, your a teenager. i'm 23 years old and would love to live in japan. but not enough money buddy. doubr your parents are gonna pay for your rent,food,etc...it's pretty expensive there. dude you need to get over it and stop being so selfish. just finish high school go to college and you'll be fine. no need to drain your parents of all thier money. they have more important things to do then spoil your lame butt.
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What is the reason you want to move to Japan?? You havnet mentioned why you think it is so great esp if you have thought it was great for over 2 yrs as you said... Is it a girl? An internet romance? It is expensive. You are probably under age, so would need supervision of some kind. Do you know the language? How would you get by day to day? Do you know anyone there? Would you be all alone thousands of miles from home? Where would you intend on staying? It sounds to me like the only way you can go is to get a scholarship of some kind or one of those exchange programs or something similar. That way you end up with most of the fees paid for you and a family to live with and support you. I would NEVER let my daughter go and study in Japan... (mind you she is only 5 now! - but - at least I'm thinking ahead huh!!) Look, I reckon, if there is no girl involved here (if there is she should come to you) then you should wait... Consider this, you finish school in the US, (u say ur real smart already) you attend college or uni, get some qualifications, save some money, and then when you have some cash, some life experience, and some qualifications behind you (and be a decent age to be able to deal with stuff) then you can go to Japan and have the time of your life! I know its not what you wanted to hear but if you wait and do it right it will work out great,...if you push this and go to soon, it will not be anywhere near as fullfilling as it should be for you. trust me, and trust your parents. If it were possible, reasonable, logical and affordable they may consider it but it doesnt seem to be right now, not for you anyway. Set a goal and work towards it, when you come of age (how old r u now?) you will realise how much is involved. I promise the experience will be much more rewarding is you do it properly, even if that means wait 5 years, then you could even get a job over there and live there for a year or however long.' Good luck with it all, listen to your parents, and always think of all the consequences, dont be too stubborn.
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Yes go there it's a crap hole but see for yourself.
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Sounds like you are living in a dream world.Time to wake up!!!

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Saturday, July 24, 2010

English Teacher Tokyo. Is Shane English School in Tokyo Japan a good school

English Teacher Tokyo. Is Shane English School in Tokyo Japan a good school?
http://letsjapan.org/wiki/Shane
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Not the best school, but I heard they have a great baseball program. j/k....looks like YA guessed the wrong category for you, this ended up in baseball.

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Friday, July 16, 2010

Japanese High School For Senior Year

Japanese High School For Senior Year?
I'm 15 and I'd like to go to a Japanese high school in Japan for my senior year (or at least half of it). How much does it cost and how can I go about doing it? I plan to work in Japan in the future so I'd really like to go. How can I convince my parents? Anyone ever done this before? What would living there be like? Please post any useful information. Thanks. I'm homeschooled. I don't have any clubs to join or counselors to talk to.
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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In high school I was part of this club called Interact which is the high school verions of the Rotary club and because I was in it, they offered me a chance to study aboard my senior year of high school. I wound up not being able to go but my friend did go to Japan through the program. The great thing about being in Interact is that you can go to Japan and study there for free (just pay for your food, souvenirs and plane tickets)! It's actually an exchange program. You go and live with a family in Japan that has a daughter (if you're a girl) your age so that you would have someone your age to talk to. I think you would go to an international school where classes are taught in English but you would still be able to learn Japanese. To go about this, you should contact the Rotary club in your area (if you have one check :http://www.rotary.org/en/AboutUs/SiteTools/ClubLocator/Pages/ridefault.aspx) and see if they can sponser you). My parents were really open when told them I wanted to go so I hope that your parents are the kind that are willing to let you have this really great experience. Japan is one of the safest places in the world but the problem might just be that your parents will have a very difficult time letting you go. You might want to convince them by saying that you will be going to college soon and going Japan is just for you to get experience on being very independent. I'll be going to Japan for the first time this winter break but I know it's an amazing place to live if you like city life. It's extremely clean and amazingly safe compared to most places. I missed out on this but I really hope you don't because I was so jealous of my friend that did go.
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Rotary is a great option for this! It is also the cheapest, but the most competitive. The good news is there are MANY program out there. Here are some ideas to help convince your parents. 1. Maturity. You will grow up and get experiences overcoming some of the biggest challenges of your life. You will learn great people skills and gain the ability to get along with people from all walks of life. 2. Language. You will have the opportunity for language and cultural immersion, the proven best way to learn! People who speak more than one language are in high demand in the workforce and can often command a higher salary. 3. College. Colleges and university LOVE exchange students and many prestigious ones offer preferred admissions and sometime scholarship money. 4. Citizenship. While you are learning to appreciate another culture and country, you will also be getting a deeper understanding of your own. As an exchange student, you'll be finding yourself researching the U.S. political systems, history and culture -- so you can explain it to your new friends! You'll be a young ambassador for the U.S. 5. Fun! Yes, it will be fun and exciting. It will also be boring and you'll be homesick at times too -- but that's part of the experience and you should let your parents know you realize this. 6. Expenses. This is expensive! Offer to pay for part of it and apply for scholarships. Get a job so you can pay your own personal expenses. 7. Research! Before approaching your parents again, do some research. Find some good organizations. Rotary is the cheapest, but most competitive. You can find a list of all of those certified to operate in the U.S. at www.csiet.org. Contact your school counselor for a recommendation as well. An organization is only as good as the local people who represent it. 8. Have a plan. Talk to your counselor about how you could arrange your classes so you graduate on time. 9. Go to www.exchangestudentworld.com. This site was developed for exchange students around the world and it will have a lot of information for both you and your parents. If you should be lucky enough to go, it also has a diary you can keep. 10. Meet and get to know the exchange students at your school (if you have some). Invite them home to meet your parents. The best "persuasion" might come from kids already doing it! Good luck! I hope you realize your goal!
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I think most of high school students are the exchange student and stay with host family. Living expenses are high in Japan, but if you go by exchange programs, I think it's not extremely expensive at least compared to universities/colleges. In my high school (1990s), there were one or two exchange students from US, Australia, New Zealand and Thai each year. http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc/studyabroadprograms.htm http://www.studyjapan.go.jp/en/toj_stope.html In 2006, there were 1866 students in high schools in Japan, they came from China, US, Australia etc. http://news.goo.ne.jp/article/kyodo/life/CO2007110801000582.html

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Thursday, July 8, 2010

what are some good exchange student programs? i really want to go to japan as a high school student there:]

what are some good exchange student programs? i really want to go to japan as a high school student there:] ?
also, what would be the best time to go? i live in california if that helps.. i don't want to miss much of my high school years, especially graduation of high school. i'm a freshmen right now though. also... do i get credit for becoming an exchange student and would that help me get into a university once i get back into my home country? thanks for helping me out ^_^
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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HI, The three best programs are AFS, YFU and Rotary. Rotary is the cheapest, but most competitive. YFU has some nice scholarship opportunities to Japan. I recommend staying away from AYUSA/Intrax and Two Worlds United. The best time to go is your junior year. Since you are just a freshman now, that will allow you time to work on a good class schedule so you can graduate with your class, raise some money and study some Japanese. You may have to take some classes earlier (i.e. American HIstory as a sophomore instead of a junior.) Credit is up to your high school, but usually you will get AT LEAST foreign language, social studies and independent studies. Some schools will also grant math and science credit. Sit down with your counselor to figure this all out -- then get it in writing! Colleges and universities LOVE exchange students and often offer preferred admissions and/or scholarship opportunities. Here are the web sites for the programs I mentioned. http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx This site also has lots of info on becoming an exchange student: http://www.exchangestudentworld.com/
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Actually, a lot of people say that sophmore year is the best time to go. SOME people say that 15 year olds are not "mature" enough, but it is all a personal thing, and if you are taking the initiative to find out about the exchange and make it happen, then you are probably good. The reason for this is that there are few graduation requirements your sophmore year, there is no SAT to take, there are no college visits do, and this is supposed to be an "easy" yr. compared to Junior yr. I am hopefully going as a sophmore next year. Also, I would go for a whole year, because people who go for a semester always (often) regret it. They don't have time to totally get used to life there or master the language as they would. You should get credit for your time there. As AFS says, there is no reason for your credits not to transfer. You need to go to your counselor now and make a plan of what classes you will take here, what classes you may take there, and if there will be any work in order to graduate. This is another reason sophmore year is the best, because then you have time to complete any credits you missed when you return and can still graduate on time. Check out this website about transfering credits: http://www.usa.afs.org/usa_en/view/5342 . This will help you get into a good university. The colleges like to know that your independent and have world experience. It is a great way to make you stand out! http://www.usa.afs.org/usa_en/view/5341 Some good prorams that you could check out are Rotary, AFS, and YFU. Rotary is the cheapest, but also the hardest to get into. The main difference of Rotary is that you may not get to pick your country and you stay with multiple host families. Unfortuantely, it is too late to apply for Rotary for next year. http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx AFS is also one of the best. They have a great reputation. I am going with them and they are super helpful. It is a bit expensive (mayb 11,000 dollars) but there are lots of scholarships. Also, it is easier to get in, and it is more likely that you will get your first choice country (Japan). Especially if you apply early! http://www.usa.afs.org/usa_en/home YFU is similar to AFS and they have a lot of scholarships to Japan. It is also a bit cheaper to begin with and a tiny bit easier to get in. They also have a pretty good repuatation. These are all the many scholarships of YFU: http://www.yfu-usa.org/ao/scholarships.htm Good luck, I'm sure your exchange will be.... awesome
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Yeah, I really agree with Zadrii that sophmore year is the best time to go. I am not sure why Feisty thinks that Junior year is the best time to go. I went to Japan as a sophmore and I LOOOOOVVEDDD it. If you won't to go now, that I wouldn't wait... I know I was too impatient.

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Thursday, July 1, 2010

Bad points about big English schools in Japan

Bad points about big English schools in Japan?
Know good/bad points about working at a big Eikaiwa school such as Geos, Nova, Aeon, ECC, etc in Japan. Bad points I've heard: Nova--Share a place with a room mate. No prep time, just teach and wing it. Lots of classes. Lots of paper work to be done in between classes. Geos--Slow to change, they don't even have computerized attendance sheet as of July 25th 2006. They also jam as many classes as they can in a schedule for tha $$$. Sometimes the teacher will prep at home to be on time for the next day's classes right at 12pm when the day starts. Aeon--foreigners are all equal and none can speak or are able to learn how to read road signs, which means no car and no driving whatsoever because it's dangerous. But they will make you go to work and send you home in a typhoon though. They also try to control your outside life as well. ECC--split days off, eg Tues and Fri off. ALSO, you start at 9am-12pm, 3 hr break, 4pm to 9pm.
Teaching - 2 Answers
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I'm ok with big english schools in Japan, as long as they build them in Tokyo. That way I'd have more stuff to stomp.
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Pretty much all of the big schools are in it for the money, and the students be damned. They will pay you the minimum going rate per month (or lesson) and will often try to cut corners in many other aspects of teaching (cookie cutter lessons, dodgy textbooks, fill-the-empty-seat mentality). They might well place you in a school off in the middle of nowhere (because other teachers have transferred and/or bailed). Most of these schools will also load on the kids classes, which is great if you love kids (and have a lot of patience), but sucks if you don't. Also, don't expect great things from your supervisors...for the most part, they'll be company-blinded social rejects with delusions of grandeur and noses permanently glued to their bosses' hindquarters (with a few exceptions here and there). That being said, they will get you a visa, they will put you up in an apartment (not a bad deal if you are only staying in Japan for a year, but a total ripoff if you are going to stay longer), they will find the students, it's a guaranteed paycheck, and the expectations of both the schools and the students are pretty low (which means that they'll love you if you are anything more than merely competent, and they will be slow to catch on if you are a crap teacher). In all, they are ok if you just want to get to Japan and get a feel for the place for a year or two before you find a better job at a smaller school (or can float yourself with private lessons). Hope it helps.

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Thursday, June 24, 2010

Graduate school: how come law and medicine is a graduate school in usa. UK, Canada, Japan, one starts at 18

Graduate school: how come law and medicine is a graduate school in usa. UK, Canada, Japan, one starts at 18?
how come law and medicine is a graduate school program in usa. in UK, japan, canada, one can start at age 18. age 18, one can study science, engineering, how come it has to wait till after 4-years of college.
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Because medical schools in the states want older, more psychologically mature candidates who have had more time to think about what they want to do for the rest of their lives, and more time to develop skills and interests outside of the field of law or medicine. There's a reason that american doctors can work in any country, but not the other way around. ;)

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Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Website in English which teaches or discusses WWII as it is taught in high schools in Japan

Website in English which teaches or discusses WWII as it is taught in high schools in Japan?
I'm interested in seeing how the history of WWII is taught to kids in Japan. Are they honest or do they sugarcoat and rationalize things? I just worry that as time passes a lot rewriting will occur This is really two questions as I wonder the same thing about Germany.
History - 2 Answers
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There have been other questions on YA in the past on this same topic, at least in general terms. I think that the consensus, relative to teaching WW2 in Japanese schools, is that: - [1] After years of furious international controversy, Japanese high school textbooks have at last been modified to acknowledge some measure of Japanese responsibility / guilt for initiating hostilities in the Pacific in WW2, and for the atrocities committed by Japanese forces against civilians and POWs in both WW2 and in the immediately preceding war against China. But even now, Japanese textbooks avoid detail, and tend to gloss over their atrocious record. [2] Worse still, according to foreign teachers working in the Japanese schools system, when the modern textbooks are even so mildly critical of Japan's truly horrific record, many history teachers skim over the criticism in the textbook, and portray Japan as the victim, not the criminal. In a nutshell, Japan remains in denial about its role in China and WW2, and very little is being done to change that. And a big reason why this is still happening is American policy toward Japan immediately following WW2. Certainly a few prominent politicians and generals were executed as war criminals. But the governmental infrastructure, centred upon the mystique of the godlike Emperor, was left intact. Why? Because America decided that it wanted Japan as a bulwark against Communism --- and that the price to be paid was to forget all about WW2 as quickly as possible. ---- Germany is entirely different. There the school kids are taught about the evils of the Nazi regime, and are almost excruciatingly apologetic about Germany's responsibility for incinerating the world twice in the first half of the 20th century. ----- A few links below to get you started on the Japanese history-teaching controversy.
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WW2 is basically tut the same way in japanese classes as in America. But, the only thing change is teachers in japan concentrate on japaneses heroes that made a impact in the japanese war. To celebrate and to honor those who contribute in WW2.

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Tuesday, June 8, 2010

how would black children be perceived in japan(schools)

how would black children be perceived in japan(schools)?
im asking because im a black american(not African- american because im not from Africa) and have thought of moving to Japan for quite some time. my children love Anime and we do know a bit of Japanese. my only concern is that Japan is not like America and everyone is mostly Japanese. how will my children be taken? in schools and in public? i have a 10 year old daughter, 16 year old son and 4 year old twins. one boy and one girl
Other - Cultures & Groups - 5 Answers
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I lived in Japan and there is where I met my Filipina wife You will be treated with respect and so will your children Most Japanese Children and adults like to practice their English so even if you speak some Japanese~~they sometimes just answer in English as English is taught in schools many Japanese have traveled to the states~~but Japan is VERY expensive~~and they don't take American Money My wife is from the Philippines and this country you would have more trouble then Japan~~but there is good and bad in every country enjoy your visit to Japan~~it is a Culture Shock
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My sister's boyfriend is black and he lived in Japan...but see he is high yellow so he fit in i guess lolz...
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The black people I have known who went to japan hated it there. I went there once and I was dissrespected multiple times for being one of the darker people in my family line. You have to remember japan is an island,and a small one at that. On top of being highly overpopulated a good 99% of people there are completely asian it's not diverse like it is in the UK or the US. So you will come across some Xenophobia,and a lot of it,actually. Skin whitiening creams are so popular there and they market it towards poorer people as if it's a way to be better in society. For more information,You should ask in the "japan" section of yahoo. They do have a very high education standard ,as well as very cool TV shows and Gadgets. I'll give them that.
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oh please your ethnicity is African American whether you like it or not... but now to your question why would you do that to your kids... it's like asking for trouble to have them being just about the only black children around... but of course its your life
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You'll be treated ok in some places.I have read that foreigners get treated better in the city then in the country.Here is a japan forum and you can you search for things in the search button: http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quedisplay.html Threads about black people: http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+56386 http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+8173 Thread about native americans: http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+52034 PS: You guys she doesn't have to call herself AA.On your census list it does say black american or AA .

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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Is there any graduate school I can study psychology in English in Japan

Is there any graduate school I can study psychology in English in Japan?
Does anyone know a graduate school I can study (hopefully cinical or neuro)psychology in English in Japan.?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Please check the following link for psychological studies in Japan http://www.tuj.ac.jp/newsite/main/undergrad/academic_info/major_minor_requirements/before_summer2009/psychological_studies.html

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Monday, May 24, 2010

I am being shadowed at school tomorrow by a guy from Japan

I am being shadowed at school tomorrow by a guy from Japan?
Can anyone tell me any easy phrases in Japanese that I can tell him? thanks!
Other - Education - 1 Answers
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koko : here asoko : there kocchi : this way acchi : over there (chotto) matte : wait (a minute) ki o tsukete : be careful
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Sunday, May 16, 2010

What do you think about Taro Aso current president of japan

What do you think about Taro Aso current president of japan ?
i am a high school student in japan.
Politics - 2 Answers
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You've seen one aso, you've seen 'em all.
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He is so funny but clever. I think he is to should be a Japanese President.

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Saturday, May 8, 2010

Are Diesel school busses used in Japan

Are Diesel school busses used in Japan?
It's a yes or no question.
Other - Cars & Transportation - 2 Answers
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why does it matter? if you want accurate answers, you need to provide additional details. if you tell people your intentions, maybe the would be able to help!!
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I believe that most of the buses (as well as other large transportation) in Japan are diesel engines.
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Saturday, May 1, 2010

is it possible for a japanese person who graduates from a Japanese school to go to university in US or canada

is it possible for a japanese person who graduates from a Japanese school to go to university in US or canada?
if a japanese person graduates from a japanese-sytem high school (even though they studied in international schools outside of japan for most of their lives) would it be possible for them to get accepted into universities in the States, Canada, or UK?
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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always....it happens a lot anywhere....my dad was a chinese person who grad from a chinese college and came to the U.S. and studied 2 get his masters degree.....of course the student has 2 pass a rigorous test and understand english and all.......and lastly they need 2 actually be accepted into the school
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Yes, so long as your education fulfilled all of the requirements for entry into the college (that is, you did coursework comparable to what their other entering students have done). They'd also need to pass a language proficiency requirement if they weren't a native speaker.
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of course it's possible. as long as all required educational duties were fulfilled pre-college, there's no problem. check w/ specific colleges you're interested in just to be sure :)

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Saturday, April 24, 2010

Does anyone know the annual fees for Shinjuku Yamabuki High School

Does anyone know the annual fees for Shinjuku Yamabuki High School?
It doesn't have to be exact, just an estimation, as I am writing a story and I want it to be as accurate as possible. I know that an average of annual school fees in Japan is 300,000 yen ($2,779.32), however, because this school is not based on classes and is more focused on gaining credits, and because it offers four class schedule options (three during the day, one at night), I was wondering if the tuition fees would vary any. Any information would be appreciated! Thanks in advance!
Other - Education - 1 Answers
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Yamabuki High is 21.800 Yen per month
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Friday, April 16, 2010

I plan on moving to Japan after I graduate college in 8 months, any tips

I plan on moving to Japan after I graduate college in 8 months, any tips?
I plan on going to a language school in Okinawa Japan. I want to work as an electronic engineer in Japan also. Is it impossible? Anyone know any companies their? Can I do it? How?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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You can do anything you put your mind to. First I would start to learn the language it is respectful to know the language of your host country. Japan is a country of old thoughts they have different customs and feelings on everything. Research Okinawa find out things so you don't insult anyone accidentally which can harm you work wise. My parents lived in Japan for 4 years. They really loved it. Japan is a wonderful country Good luck

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Thursday, April 8, 2010

what is/are the exclusive schools in japan

what is/are the exclusive schools in japan?
what is/are the exclusive schools in japan? plssss.... i need this too
Japan - 4 Answers
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Do you mean universities? Tokyo University trains many of Japan's future leaders. Keio University is also well-respected overall. There are numerous top-tier schools in specific fields of study as well.
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What do you mean by exclusive? Japanese schools are open to anyone who is smart or has enough money to pay tuition. I don't think there are many exclusive schools.
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For high school boys, I think it's Azabu. It's an all-boys school near Roppongi which has the highest number of graduates that get accepted at Tokyo University. It's very hard to get in there.
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it really depends.... there are these school that are private(which are expensive),public schools that whole country owns and public schools that only the kenn owns( like tokyo, osaka, okinawa.....) The ones that are the best are the public schools that are owned by the country.it's really hard though cause you need to study something that is more(MUCH MORE) hard than your grade. sometimes something that you would have in a test from the university when you are still in middle or elementary. the best university in japan is.... tokyo university(public) kyoto university(public) wised university(private) you will need to take a test if you are going to try for middle or high or you could just not take the test and just go to a public middle school close to the place you will live.But at high if you don't take the test or fail it you won't be able to go to any school and you will be working. if you are going to take a test for middle school you could also take this test for talented students. you don't have so much competition, and all you need is to be able to speak and write english. you need to take this test called eikenn so you can show that you actually can do english. if you get a good score you could use that eikenn certificate for high and university too.

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