Location
  • Japan
    • Tokyo
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Subject Areas
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Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Dormitory
Language
Japanese

Pricing

Starting Price
15390
Price Details
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What's Included
Accommodation Activities Some Meals Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

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Sep 30, 2024
Sep 12, 2024
18 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Ready to dive into Japanese culture? CIS Abroad has program options to fit your needs. You can spend your semester based in the heart of Tokyo or in a quieter suburb with easy access to the buzzing areas. With various course selections at prestigious Japanese universities and unique cultural activities, you'll see what makes Japan so special. Toyo University is one of the largest private universities in Japan with plenty of opportunities to engage with local Japanese students. Meiji Gakuin is set just outside of Tokyo, providing a serene campus experience with views of Mt. Fuji while being a train ride away from the action.

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Program Highlights

  • Options to take intensive Japanese language at all levels
  • Guided excursions to show you the top spots and those further off the tourist track
  • Exceptional support between university and CIS Abroad staff
  • Wide variety of courses instructed in English
  • Study at exceptional Japanese universities alongside local and fellow international students

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Program Reviews

4.80 Rating
based on 10 reviews
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  • 4 rating 20%
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  • Academics 4.4
  • Support 4.5
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.9
  • Safety 5
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Kay
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Studying in Japan

My time in Tokyo, Japan, has been absolutely amazing. This experience has been both educational and enlightening. I studied at Toyo University, and every moment was filled with joy and happiness. The staff at CIS Abroad, both on-site and in the U.S., were accommodating and kind. The staff and students at Toyo were also incredibly friendly and welcoming. I made so many memories and life-long friends. I had so much fun both in and outside of the classroom. I am grateful for this amazing experience!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would schedule more time to explore other parts of Japan because it has much more to offer than just Tokyo!
Pros
  • Safe Housing
  • Welcoming students and staff
  • Cafeteria food is amazing!
Cons
  • Could have been better excursions
  • School is quite far from dorms
  • Language Program could be more immersive and organized
26 people found this review helpful.
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Gladiz
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CIS Abroad Summer in Tokyo 2023 Review

In my opinion, CIS Abroad makes studying abroad approachable and affordable for all students. I went to Tokyo, Japan for a month and took two courses. I felt supported throughout the whole process which made everything much less daunting than I thought it would be when I was first considering studying abroad. Tokyo itself has so much to offer and is very accessible for solo travelers due to how organized and safe everything is. One of the courses I took was Japanese, and it was highly immersive and helped me grow more confident in my speaking abilities.

Pros
  • Affordable
  • Approachable staff
73 people found this review helpful.
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Jenny
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My Time in Kyoto

I chose CISabroad because this program looked amazing and my school would only allow two people through the school. I did the program with my bestie Krystal and throughout the process we were guided by one of the advisors. CISabroad is very helpful and get back to you immediately. I enjoyed the fact that I didn't have to worry about housing and if I had any concerns there are people to help you. I had such a great time in Kyoto and I made so many friends in the University as well as the program! There are a lot of things to do in Kyoto like going to the Pokemon center or getting dinner at an Nepalese restaurant. I went to the Nepalese restaurant so many times and I highly recommend it, especially if CISabroad puts you in the Rapport residence because its a 5 minute walk from there. CISabroad provided fun activities for us to do and if I hadn't done this program I would miss out on some special spots in the Kansai region.

144 people found this review helpful.
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Ben
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My Time in Kyoto

I studied at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies in Kyoto Japan. During my time there, CIS helped with anything and everything I needed. If they couldn't help, then they found the people that could. The school itself was the best I've ever attended. The facilities were up to date, the staff were helpful, the teachers were patient and knowledgeable. The dorms that I was placed in were more like small apartments, complete with their own bathroom and kitchenette. They were small, but very comfortable. As for fun time, there was a lot to do. There were plenty of things to discover, plus CIS prepared their own excursions for us. I met many different people, natives and foreigners alike, and made a lot of great friends. Overall, this was singlehandedly the best experience I've had, and I look forward to the spring semester.

145 people found this review helpful.
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Krystal
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Fall Semester In Japan

This program was a lifesaver! My university requires Japanese major students to study abroad for at least one semester, however, I learned that due to complications that they would be only allowing two students to go through the school. Since my best friend Jenny and I wanted to be placed in the same school we decided it would be best to look for a third party program; and I am so glad we chose CISabroad! From the get-go the program was super organized. They had a portal set up so that I could see what paperwork I had to get done and when. Also, I was immediately set up with an advisor that I could get in contact with super easily throughout the whole process (this was extremely helpful when it came time to do visa applications!). Once I got to Japan, they gave us a fun orientation in Tokyo where we got to browse all of the local hotspots and get to know our site director, Jeff (he is amazing!). The whole time that we were there we could contact Jeff at literally any hour and he would get back to us super quickly. He also took us on excursions throughout the trip, like getting to see a Shinto ceremony at a shrine (that was closed only for us!), or feeding deer at Nara! It was absolutely amazing!

144 people found this review helpful.
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Abigale
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Lived the Dream!!

I've been a traveler at heart for as long as I can remember, and have always wanted to study abroad before I graduated college. CIS was able to make that a reality when I stumbled upon them in my school's study abroad fair last year- before I knew it, I was studying at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies in Kyoto, Japan!
From orientation in Tokyo to adjusting to life in beautiful Kyoto, this experience was really once in a lifetime. Classes are intensive and challenging regardless of what level you're placed in (I knew none of the language before arriving), and on top of other classes, you take 3 hours of comprehensive language every day. Despite the initial frightening language barrier with professors and basically everywhere else, the payoff was completely worth it- after 3 months, we went through an entire text book, and learned about 2 years worth of material in that time!
The experience completely changed me, as I now want to continue studying the language post graduation, and maybe even work in the country. Overall, the site directors put in their utmost effort to get everyone in the program involved in the local culture, and I had some unforgettable experiences and excursions through CIS and the school (Arashiyama, Nara, and even a dinner with a Geiko!), and enough time to take some major solo trips of my own. :) CIS Semester in Kyoto was hands down the most special experience I've had in university, and recommend it to anyone who's up for an adventure of their own!

What would you improve about this program?
More information from CIS about the required classes, language expectations, and class registration process would be super helpful for future students!
135 people found this review helpful.
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Andrew
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Days of Harmony and Sympathy

In summary, I had a splendid time in Kyoto while studying abroad at the Kyoto University of Foreign Studies through the CIS Abroad program led by Jeff Sinding. The Japanese classes with a high level of professionalism and technique. Furthermore, the environment of the university, as well as the amount of activities they had, also provided an enjoyable environment to be a part of. In addition, I was able to travel freely and flexibly. The Japanese transportation system made it easy to go to and from just about anywhere on any map.
Lastly, I became happier overall because of this experience and the friends I made during my time there. My best friend is a friend from Taiwan I met there who was not part of CIS abroad, but I also met many people within the group which helped me much.

What would you improve about this program?
I honestly cannot think of any better improvement
147 people found this review helpful.
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Carmen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CISAbroad Semester in Kyoto

The support from CISAbroad was great! They answered all of my questions and in a very timely manner. My program advisor always did everything she could to help me and it really felt like she cared about my safety and experience abroad. The on-site director was amazing and was also very helpful. The classes abroad were challenging but fun at the same time. There was a great amount of time to go out and explore the town and even nearby cities. I have many memories but my favorite thing to do was simply going to karaoke. I went almost every weekend with friends and we belted our hearts out! I actually had more culture shock coming back home than I did when I went to Japan. Post study abroad depression is very real and it can be hard to get back to the routine back at home. I had a great experience with the program and I miss Japan so much! I hope to go back soon.

161 people found this review helpful.

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