Study Abroad in Tokyo, Japan

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Language:

Japanese, English

Climate:

Temperate

Currency:

Yen

Vibes:

Best!

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About Tokyo

Huge, stylish, exciting, bold, and incredibly fun, Tokyo is a one-of-a-kind city. The Tokyo metropolitan area is the most populous place in the entire world, and it's home to absolutely everything. You can step from a bustling market into a quiet park, from a frenetic dance club to a serene temple. The best thing to do in Tokyo is to embrace it all, including the food, the festivals, and the karaoke. It would take several lifetimes to explore all that Tokyo has to offer, but CIS Abroad will show you some of the best sites during your time in Tokyo. Every day will be filled with unforgettable sights and scenes, Tokyo style.

You can spend your free time visiting world-famous markets, shrines, and museums. For a more low-key experience, ride a bike around a quiet neighborhood, where you can interact with street vendors, food cart owners, and friendly residents. Your time in Tokyo will fly by, and we guarantee you'll always want to come back. The city is that special!

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Programs available in Tokyo, Japan
Semester in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
12-13 weeks in Japan
New Offerings
Calling all business students! Immerse yourself in Japanese culture while building global business skills. Spend your fall or spring semester in Tokyo at J.F. Oberlin University and stay on track with
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Intern in Tokyo
6-8 weeks in Japan
New Offerings
Gap Year Friendly
Jump start your career path in the vibrant capital of Japan during this summer internship experience! With a wide variety of placement fields, your customized internship will provide experience in you
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Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
2-8 weeks in Japan
Quarter Friendly
Gap Year Friendly
Most Affordable
Live in the vibrant heart of Tokyo for a summer full of Japanese language, culture, and adventure! Study at a local university with a global focus, allowing you to make friends from Japan and around t
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January in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
2 in Japan
Quarter Friendly
Gap Year Friendly
Most Affordable
Experience the wonder of Japan during your winter break and earn course credit while living and learning in the heart of Tokyo. Pick up some Japanese language skills or appreciate anime and Japanese p
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Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University
19 in Japan
Quarter Friendly
Academic Year Friendly
Athlete Friendly
Japan is a land of endless contrasts and extremes, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore a unique, refreshing, and incredibly exciting side of the world. Study and live in Tokyo, the world’s mo
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Semester in Japan - Meiji Gakuin University
18 in Japan
Academic Year Friendly
Looking for a quiet campus setting but with easy access to bustling Tokyo? Our Semester at Meiji Gakuin University program offers all this and more! Enjoy a learning setting with spa-like vibes, inclu
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What subjects can be studied?
Worried your major won’t fit into our course options? It will! Our courses cover 12 disciplines.
World Languages
Humanities
Business
Social Sciences
Art & Design
Natural & Applied Sciences
Sustainability
Communications
Education
Health
Internship
Engineering
While studying in Tokyo for a semester, I aimed to live by the quote: "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." Because of that, I have gotten to experience incredibly fascinating things and meet amazing people. Tokyo almost feels like a second home to me now. I am immensely thankful for the opportunity to have experienced the beauty of Japan and its rich culture.
Kenae Turner
Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University
Unlike many people on this trip who come with the intention of being a tourist, I feel like I had a different goal. I wanted to rediscover my culture and where I belonged. Being a hafu living in America and not fluent in Japanese, I was never really able to get in touch with my Japanese heritage. This trip completely changed that and I now have a goal of one day living in Japan for the rest of my life.
Dean Handler
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
The CIS program was truly a one of a kind experience. I was able to meet many students from all across America, attend several events (such as food tours or a trip to Kyoto), and make many friends. I would not trade it for anything. I am thankful I decided to study with CIS Abroad. Before this, I was thinking about just plowing through my degree, getting my master's and PhD, and immediately entering society. However, this experience changed my life. Through meeting many people from many places, and living in a new area for an extended period of time, my view of my own philosophies, culture and place of living, changed. This would not have happened if I stayed in the States. I would say if you are able to go, you should go. There is no time like the present.
Lexington Whalen
Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University
Studying abroad in Japan was lifechanging! Embracing a rich culture, forging international friendships, and gaining valuable insights broadened my perspective, fostering personal growth and unforgettable memories.
Bricen Williams
Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University
I knew I wanted to study abroad, particularly in Japan, because it was on my bucket list. Thanks to CIS, I was able to go to Tokyo! Even now, it is surreal to me that I got to go! I can't put it into words how much fun I had in Tokyo. I enjoyed every second of my time there, from walking around the bustling streets of Shibuya and Shinjuku, to going to class, eating delicious Japanese cuisine, and even going to the convenience store. Even the simplest things were incredibly fun to me. I was initially anxious about being homesick, my Japanese skills and traveling alone, but I'm happy to say that I very quickly made lovely, lifelong friends and was met with nothing but kindness from the locals. I learned not to let my worries get in the way of an opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you, CIS Abroad. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity I had to go to Tokyo.
Sada Chaudhury
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
CIS Abroad allowed me the opportunity to explore new places and ideas, and make some great friends at the same time! I really enjoyed my time in Japan as it let me explore both new and old aspects of Japanese culture.
Mads Muraoka
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
The people here are so nice! The country is beautiful. It’s amazing to get to know people and have conversations with them in Japanese.
Jenna VanPelt
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
During my time in Japan, CIS Abroad helped with anything and everything I needed. If they couldn't help, then they found people that could. There were plenty of things to discover, plus CIS Abroad prepared their own excursions for us.
Ben Sowell
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
I learned so much about Japanese culture, enjoyed interacting with the students, and cherished each and every moment. I love interacting with people from different cultures and hearing their stories and how they want to be change agents in the world.
Jamielle Davis
January in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
Studying abroad has always been a dream of mine, but the actual experience was even more amazing than I could have imagined! I genuinely felt like I had grown so much as a person after my program was done. The CIS staff was so welcoming, and everyone on the trip was so kind. Although I was only there for 3 weeks, I made some of the best memories in my life, and I will always appreciate the friends I met!
Natalia Nepomuceno
Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
I was able to attend both the 2024 and 2025 January programs with CIS Abroad. The staff and faculty are excellent and are very kind and accommodating. Outside of classes, there was ample time for me to explore parts of Japan and Tokyo. The workload was very light for the courses I took (Japanese Language Beginner and Intermediate). The excursions were also very informative, my favorite being the calligraphy class. 
Mason Lim
January in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University
My favorite classes were Practical and Intensive Japanese. These two classes taught me the language and I was able to learn more about the culture this way. I felt I was maybe placed in the wrong level, but through time I felt the class caught up to my learning and I was able to learn so many things. If you feel you're placed too low, don't worry and take it as a chance to learn more on your own time because you'd have easier course work. If the class is too hard, consider letting them know or take it as a challenge to push yourself. Both are opportunities!
Tyler Martin
Semester in Japan - Meiji Gakuin University
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