Start Your Study Abroad Era in Japan

Start Your Study Abroad Era in Japan!

7 program locations that highlight the vibrant life of Tokyo, the world's most innovative city, and the serene views of Japan’s natural beauty.

Experience Japan While Earning College Credit

✓Exposure to global business and Japanese courses
✓Adventurous excursions in Tokyo and Japan’s scenic nature
✓Intensive and immersive Japanese language courses
✓Engage in Japanese cultural events and broaden your horizons

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Where Can I Go?

Semester in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

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 your degree—all on a US academic calendar. Take courses taught in English by Japanese and international faculty, dive into global case studies, and explore cross-cultural business practices firsthand. Outside of the classroom, you'll enjoy group activities and excursions to help you learn about your host country.

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Intern in Tokyo

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 your chosen area of interest and help you gain relevant skills to build toward future success. Tokyo is a city that has everything, from bustling industry, to vibrant arts, iconic and world renowned cuisine. Explore your genki side and find your ikigai on our Intern in Tokyo program!

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Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

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 the world. With three sessions, you can choose to stay two, four, or six weeks, choosing from a variety of courses both in Japanese (language and in art, business, culture) and English. While Tokyo may seem intimidating, our exceptional on-site staff will help you explore such a vibrant metropolis on your own terms.

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January in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

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 pop culture with your cohort. Take classes from local professors and learn both in and out of the classroom. This program is based in Shinjuku, one of Tokyo's top entertainment districts, home to many of the city's tallest skyscrapers and the world’s busiest train station.

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Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University

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 most populated greater metropolitan area, a vibrant and bustling city, yet impressively orderly and clean. Make your home base at Toyo University, a local Japanese university with a global focus.

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Semester in Japan - Meiji Gakuin University

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, including wooded paths, views of Mt. Fuji, and free access to the full health center. But no cultural #FOMO for you! With a quick 1-hour train ride, you’ll be in Tokyo city center, with close access to all the excitement you desire. It’s also the most affordable Japan semester option we offer.

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What Can I Study?

Worried your major won’t fit into our course options? It will! Our courses cover 7 disciplines.

✓Business
✓Communications
✓Humanities
✓Natural & Applied Sciences
✓Social Sciences
✓World Languages

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 NepomucenoSummer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

Mads Muraoka Semester in Tokyo

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.

Kenae Turner Semester in Tokyo

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.