Japanese Language and Culture
Program Leader: Mioko Webster
Program Information
There is no better way to learn a language than to immerse yourself in its culture! Learn more about Japanese culture as you travel through the country with UCCS faculty, Mioko Webster!
Course and Credit Information
FCS 3890: 3 credits
Students can opt to participate in the program not for credit. Priority acceptance will be given to those students seeking credit.
Dates and Itinerary
The dates of the trip are May 23rd through June 5th, and a detailed itinerary cam be found below.
May 23rd: Arrive at Kansai International Airport(KIX), Transfer to Kyoto by train or coach
May 24th: Full day Kyoto Tour by city bus: Ritsumeikan Campus, Golden Pavilion and Ryouan-ji, Around Kyoto station
May 25th: Full day Kyoto Tour by city bus Arashiyama;Monkey Park, Bamboo forest, Gion Corner show at 7p.m, Kawara-machi
May 26th: Full day Kyoto Tour by city bus: Kiyomizu-dera, Nijo-jo
May 27th: Day trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima, Transfer to Hiroshima by bullet train, Peace Museum, Transfer to Miyajima-guchi onyour own, Transfer to Miyajima by ferry Transfer to Miyajima-guchi by ferry, Transfer to Kyoto by bullet train
May 28th: Transfer to Kanazawa by Limited Express "Thunderbird", Arrive at Kanazawa
May 29th: Full day Kanazawa Tour by city bus, The historical districts
May 30th: Full day Kanazawa Tour by city bus, The historical districts
May 31st: Transfer to Takayama Via Toyama by Bullet train and Limited Express "Hida", Arrive at Yamakyu, Hida Folk Village, Traditional store district
June 1st: Full day Takayama Tour, Hida Folk Village, Morning Market, Museum, Traditional store district
June 2nd: Transfer to Tokyo Via Nagoya by Limited Express "Hida" and Bullet train Arrive at Tokyo, Akihabara Tokyo tower
June 3rd: Full day Tokyo Tour by subway, Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Shibuya
June 4th: Full day Tokyo Tour by subway, Senso-ji, Asakusa, Tokyo Sky Tree
June 5th: Transfer to Narita Airport(NRT), Depart for Denver
Cost and Payment Information
Estimated Total Program Cost: $4,027
The estimated total program cost breaks down as follows:
- $150 International Affairs non-refundable Education Abroad registration fee (due February 1st, 2024)
- $3,877 program fee (non-refundable payment due to Mioko)
Included in the program fee are the following items:
- Hotel and ground transportation
- Meals listed on the itinerary
- Entrance fees to most sites listed on the itinerary
- Travel medical insurance
- Round trip flight to Japan
NOT included in the program cost are:
- UCCS tuition (if taken for credit)
- Additional meals
- Tipping and personal spending money
- Travel/trip protection insurance
Participants will pay the program fee directly to Mioko Webster online by January 1, 2024; please see your leader for more information.
**Please note that students seeking credit will be billed tuition on their UCCS account at their regular student rate for the term.**
Housing
VIA INN Prime KYOTO EKI HACHIJOGUCHI in Kyoto
Kakuma Guest House in Kanazawa
Accommodation:Yamakyu in Takayama
Sunshine City Prince Hotel in Tokyo
Passports and Immigration
All participants need to have a valid passport to participate in this program. The passport needs to be valid at least 6 months after the anticipated return date to the US. Participants holding a U.S. Passport do not need a visa or additional permission for this program. Those who do not hold a U.S. Passport should check with the closest embassy or consulate for the country they hold their passport from for entry requirements.
Information on how to obtain a U.S. Passport can be found on our website.
Health and Safety
Health and safety are paramount to a successful experience studying abroad. We encourage students to research health and safety considerations of the destination they wish to travel to. The U.S. Department of State (DOS) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provide up to date and comprehensive information about health and safety abroad. Please visit their websites to find more information.
