do you have to be a citizen of japan to go to school there?
I currently live in the united states, and i was born here. I plan to go to college in Japan, but think I should start as a middle school student. So my question is, do I have to become a Japanese citizen to go to school in the country? If so, how do I? **In case some of you may be wondering, why I all of a sudden want to move to schooling in Japan, is because of my career choice. I want to get into the music industry of Japan, and I want to be able to speak it fluently, while still getting my education. So if anyone has information on this, please let me know. Because of my career choice, I'll have to become a citizen of Japan/ or Korea, still can't make up my mind (or my mothers), but i'd like to be able to put that off (because it'll cost a lot) as long as possible. oh and if i did, there's a possibilitiy of me having to finish my schooling there...
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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No my neighbor went to Law school in Japan
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u do not.... if i was u i would try and get sponsored as a exchange student... that way u can become accustom to the culture and learn a bit of japanese as well... i believe u do need a visa if just going for school.
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Monday, December 24, 2012
Sunday, December 16, 2012
What's it like to go to School in Japan
What's it like to go to School in Japan?
So I've been thinking about applying for this program where you go to Japan for a year, and I'll be living with a host family. I just have a few questions though... 1. Do most Japanese schools wear uniforms? If so, does anyone think I would have to pay for my own? 2. Are there any gestures or things I should say to be poliet? (I know that when eating you should say ooeshi and ma ma) 3. Are Japanese people typically friendly? (Sorry, I've been watching too much anime...) 4. I only know some Japanese, so if I go to school, what would happen for me? (like, would there be someone there that knows how to speak a different language?) 5. I'm a vegetarian (no meat OR fish, I know Japanese like their fish) What other kind of food is there? 6. Are the people at school typically nice? Because I'm in grade nine and I've met some very... interesting people at my school... That's all I can think of at the moment. If someone has ever lived in Japan or gone to a Japanese school or lived with a host family, can you please give me some tips and advice? Anything, anything at all!!....... Thank you!! ^_^
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1) I believe so. Yes, I think the student pays for his her uniform. 2) Just be yourself.Don't be loud or brag about things. 3) Yes, most Japanese people will be friendly. 4) If you went to a Japanese school without knowing Japanese, you won't make it.Classes are held in Japanese. 5) There are a lot of vegetable dishes. 6) I would guess most Japanese kids would be friendly towards you.Many love to practice their English with native English speakers.I don't think you'd have any problems. If you have the chance to go as an exchange student, by all means go ! That is a once in a life time opportunity. If you've been on this page very long you'd know there's tons of other kids who'd love to go to Japan.
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1. Do most Japanese schools wear uniforms? If so, does anyone think I would have to pay for my own? -Most Japanese shcools wear uniforms, very few shcools do not have a uniform. My shcool uniform when I go to Japan is about 50,000yen ($500USD). I have a possibility of getting one on loan from the shcool if they have a spare one in my size. So I'd assume it's rather much the same for you. Just depends on the shcool you get. 2. Are there any gestures or things I should say to be poliet? (I know that when eating you should say ooeshi and ma ma) -Umm alot of the politeness things you're wondering about here will be taught to you when you arrive in Japan and have an (usually 3days) orientation period. P.s. Its ���� (oishii) and you probably shouldnt say "maa maa" to express how good the food is because it means "so so" and is a polite way of expressing you don't particularly like the food. 3. Are Japanese people typically friendly? (Sorry, I've been watching too much anime...) -Japanese people are generally quite friendly allthough as anywhere in the world you may experience some racism in Japan but dont worry it's a different sort of racism to what you get here (youd have to ask a seperate question regarding this, it's really quite a long explanation. But in general Japanese people are incredibly friendly, honesr and helpfull. 4. I only know some Japanese, so if I go to school, what would happen for me? (like, would there be someone there that knows how to speak a different language?) Theres general someone who will speak english but there level is not garanteed. Often being on exchange the big frustration is not being able to say what you want. But once you're In Japan you'd definitly start picking up the language pretty fast. I do suggest that at the moment you should really knuckle down and learn some Japanese. Also most exchange programs need you to of studied Japanese for atleast 2years before going. 5. I'm a vegetarian (no meat OR fish, I know Japanese like their fish) What other kind of food is there? -On your application form to go there will usually be a question regarding this, generally if you're a vegetarian the program will try to place you with a vegetarian family. I don't really think its a big problem going to Japan as a vegetarian where as in other countries big on meat it can be. 6. Are the people at school typically nice? Because I'm in grade nine and I've met some very... interesting people at my school... -At shcool the people will be very friendly, they will often be shy around you especially if your talking to them in english because they can be quite shy about it. But on the other hand I've met alot of REALLY outgoing Japanese people. Extra stuff; Being a student in Japan will most definitly not be anything like being in an anime/manga you will probably be very lonely when you first go while your adjusting to the culture. Another thing alot of people don't often realise is that theres not garantee that you'll be living in Tokyo Osaka ect alot of student are placed in small towns or cities and do not see Tokyo ect apart from on their orientation, I my self have been lucky and are going to be living in the Tokyo area when I leave In march. Also start saving now because exchanges are very exspensive; $10,000+ for a whole year (plus spending money). There are many shcolarships available but very few pay for the whole thing, often they only cover half of the cost. So yeah get a Job and start saving. Lastly you should talk to your parants and get them onboard now it can take alot of convincing I nagged at mine to let me go since I was like 12 (minimum age is 15). Some of the big recognised programs you can try: http://www.ef.com http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.ciee.org/ http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx You could also check out these youtube channels of exchange students in Japan http://www.youtube.com/user/AkitaTom (scroll back and watch "how to be an exchange student and "the truths about being an exchange student they are incredibly informative. http://www.youtube.com/user/katrandom
So I've been thinking about applying for this program where you go to Japan for a year, and I'll be living with a host family. I just have a few questions though... 1. Do most Japanese schools wear uniforms? If so, does anyone think I would have to pay for my own? 2. Are there any gestures or things I should say to be poliet? (I know that when eating you should say ooeshi and ma ma) 3. Are Japanese people typically friendly? (Sorry, I've been watching too much anime...) 4. I only know some Japanese, so if I go to school, what would happen for me? (like, would there be someone there that knows how to speak a different language?) 5. I'm a vegetarian (no meat OR fish, I know Japanese like their fish) What other kind of food is there? 6. Are the people at school typically nice? Because I'm in grade nine and I've met some very... interesting people at my school... That's all I can think of at the moment. If someone has ever lived in Japan or gone to a Japanese school or lived with a host family, can you please give me some tips and advice? Anything, anything at all!!....... Thank you!! ^_^
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1) I believe so. Yes, I think the student pays for his her uniform. 2) Just be yourself.Don't be loud or brag about things. 3) Yes, most Japanese people will be friendly. 4) If you went to a Japanese school without knowing Japanese, you won't make it.Classes are held in Japanese. 5) There are a lot of vegetable dishes. 6) I would guess most Japanese kids would be friendly towards you.Many love to practice their English with native English speakers.I don't think you'd have any problems. If you have the chance to go as an exchange student, by all means go ! That is a once in a life time opportunity. If you've been on this page very long you'd know there's tons of other kids who'd love to go to Japan.
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1. Do most Japanese schools wear uniforms? If so, does anyone think I would have to pay for my own? -Most Japanese shcools wear uniforms, very few shcools do not have a uniform. My shcool uniform when I go to Japan is about 50,000yen ($500USD). I have a possibility of getting one on loan from the shcool if they have a spare one in my size. So I'd assume it's rather much the same for you. Just depends on the shcool you get. 2. Are there any gestures or things I should say to be poliet? (I know that when eating you should say ooeshi and ma ma) -Umm alot of the politeness things you're wondering about here will be taught to you when you arrive in Japan and have an (usually 3days) orientation period. P.s. Its ���� (oishii) and you probably shouldnt say "maa maa" to express how good the food is because it means "so so" and is a polite way of expressing you don't particularly like the food. 3. Are Japanese people typically friendly? (Sorry, I've been watching too much anime...) -Japanese people are generally quite friendly allthough as anywhere in the world you may experience some racism in Japan but dont worry it's a different sort of racism to what you get here (youd have to ask a seperate question regarding this, it's really quite a long explanation. But in general Japanese people are incredibly friendly, honesr and helpfull. 4. I only know some Japanese, so if I go to school, what would happen for me? (like, would there be someone there that knows how to speak a different language?) Theres general someone who will speak english but there level is not garanteed. Often being on exchange the big frustration is not being able to say what you want. But once you're In Japan you'd definitly start picking up the language pretty fast. I do suggest that at the moment you should really knuckle down and learn some Japanese. Also most exchange programs need you to of studied Japanese for atleast 2years before going. 5. I'm a vegetarian (no meat OR fish, I know Japanese like their fish) What other kind of food is there? -On your application form to go there will usually be a question regarding this, generally if you're a vegetarian the program will try to place you with a vegetarian family. I don't really think its a big problem going to Japan as a vegetarian where as in other countries big on meat it can be. 6. Are the people at school typically nice? Because I'm in grade nine and I've met some very... interesting people at my school... -At shcool the people will be very friendly, they will often be shy around you especially if your talking to them in english because they can be quite shy about it. But on the other hand I've met alot of REALLY outgoing Japanese people. Extra stuff; Being a student in Japan will most definitly not be anything like being in an anime/manga you will probably be very lonely when you first go while your adjusting to the culture. Another thing alot of people don't often realise is that theres not garantee that you'll be living in Tokyo Osaka ect alot of student are placed in small towns or cities and do not see Tokyo ect apart from on their orientation, I my self have been lucky and are going to be living in the Tokyo area when I leave In march. Also start saving now because exchanges are very exspensive; $10,000+ for a whole year (plus spending money). There are many shcolarships available but very few pay for the whole thing, often they only cover half of the cost. So yeah get a Job and start saving. Lastly you should talk to your parants and get them onboard now it can take alot of convincing I nagged at mine to let me go since I was like 12 (minimum age is 15). Some of the big recognised programs you can try: http://www.ef.com http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.ciee.org/ http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx You could also check out these youtube channels of exchange students in Japan http://www.youtube.com/user/AkitaTom (scroll back and watch "how to be an exchange student and "the truths about being an exchange student they are incredibly informative. http://www.youtube.com/user/katrandom
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Saturday, December 8, 2012
How can i travel,go to school, and live in japan for cheap
How can i travel,go to school, and live in japan for cheap?
Well first off i live in cali and cant get into a cal state, yet, i have to do the whole community college 2 yr transfer thing and what not and i know that cal states allow you to study abroad to japan. But i dont think i can wait two yrs or even three to go to japan. I want to go at least a yr after a i graduate, the problem is im really poor. I actually get to go to school for free cuz im so poor. Plus im considered a minority cuz im hispanic. What i want to know is, is there some kind of way i can travel, live, and go to school in japan for cheap. Also im an artist, thats what im goin to school for. I guess im a complicatied person. Im also very stubborn and impatient. i also want to prove points. Most of my family art very wealthy and educated, my moms the middle child of 9 siblings,she kinda the black sheep and shes a single parent raising two girls, so they find ways to put us down. i want to prove that i can travel to places i want to go and that i can get a job as an artist, cuz i know i can, nothing to impossible as long as you have ambition and dreams right?All they care about is how much money ill make and what kind of education i have, i care more about what i want, i care more about being happy with what i do and where i want to go. I just need some advice and help in getting were i need to go. Please help me and answer this question, i hope im making sense as well.
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Well first off i live in cali and cant get into a cal state, yet, i have to do the whole community college 2 yr transfer thing and what not and i know that cal states allow you to study abroad to japan. But i dont think i can wait two yrs or even three to go to japan. I want to go at least a yr after a i graduate, the problem is im really poor. I actually get to go to school for free cuz im so poor. Plus im considered a minority cuz im hispanic. What i want to know is, is there some kind of way i can travel, live, and go to school in japan for cheap. Also im an artist, thats what im goin to school for. I guess im a complicatied person. Im also very stubborn and impatient. i also want to prove points. Most of my family art very wealthy and educated, my moms the middle child of 9 siblings,she kinda the black sheep and shes a single parent raising two girls, so they find ways to put us down. i want to prove that i can travel to places i want to go and that i can get a job as an artist, cuz i know i can, nothing to impossible as long as you have ambition and dreams right?All they care about is how much money ill make and what kind of education i have, i care more about what i want, i care more about being happy with what i do and where i want to go. I just need some advice and help in getting were i need to go. Please help me and answer this question, i hope im making sense as well.
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I lived in Tokyo for 7 years. I came to Japan when I was 21, probably almost the age you will be. This is what I learned about Japan. I'm also from Cali. Since you are American, the maximum you can stay in Japan is 3-months. This is a tourist visa. If you want to stay longer you either need to get a PRE COLLEGE visa or a WORKING visa. A precollege visa is for students who want to study in Japan, either at a university or a japanese language school. The average price for a Japanese language school is about $7000.00 USD per year. plus you need living expenses. Tokyo is very expensive. You will need at least $2000 minimum per month. If you want to study in Japan I would apply for some scholarships that are specific for Japanese studies. please see the link for scholarships http://www.jasso.go.jp/study_j/scholarships_sfisij_e.html If you want to try and stay for free, you could always try: http://www.couchsurfing.org/ also, you need a college degree if you are planning on working. this is required for a visa to teach english. etc. good luck!
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Saturday, December 1, 2012
Going to a high school in Japan, but im black
Going to a high school in Japan, but im black >.<?
So I've been accepted to a high school in japan and I'm freaking out!! I keep thinking people will make fun of me because im black and im most likley going to be the only black person in the school. D: So im woundering if theres any black people at any high school. Please help I do know Japanese and im pretty sure its a public school -____-. i feel like im going to have a heart attack. Dx
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alright if you are going to an international school in japan then theres no problem you'll find probably every race in the world there, but if you are just going to a normal public high school there, then i hope you know Japanese.
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So I've been accepted to a high school in japan and I'm freaking out!! I keep thinking people will make fun of me because im black and im most likley going to be the only black person in the school. D: So im woundering if theres any black people at any high school. Please help I do know Japanese and im pretty sure its a public school -____-. i feel like im going to have a heart attack. Dx
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alright if you are going to an international school in japan then theres no problem you'll find probably every race in the world there, but if you are just going to a normal public high school there, then i hope you know Japanese.
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Saturday, November 24, 2012
Which school in Japan offers a M.A in Psychology without the requirement of BA in it
Which school in Japan offers a M.A in Psychology without the requirement of BA in it?
Hello, It's a lame question but here I go. I'm going to be a 4th year this coming fall and currently studying a BA in Business. Recently I'm into Psychology and I really want to study it for MA. I took a few classes in it but I didn't think that I would want to do anything like this until right now, which is also late to minor in it (I think). Is there any school in Japan (Tokyo specifically) that don't require applicants to have a BA in that field? Please, if anyone know or have any recommendation, tell me. And Thank you very much for taking your time in answering. By the way, I'm studying in USA and I want to go there to study. I'm not Japanese and don't speak very fluent in it either. Still studying it for the exams. I'm not interested in Temple University though.
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you mean "doesn't" require applicants, not "don't". A school doesn't. Schools don't.
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Check out Waseda University. It may have something. However, I have a feeling that Japanese graduate schools are ridiculously difficult (both to get in and to get out). Very stressful. You may be better off doing your MA in the US and look for opportunities to go to Japan afterward.
Hello, It's a lame question but here I go. I'm going to be a 4th year this coming fall and currently studying a BA in Business. Recently I'm into Psychology and I really want to study it for MA. I took a few classes in it but I didn't think that I would want to do anything like this until right now, which is also late to minor in it (I think). Is there any school in Japan (Tokyo specifically) that don't require applicants to have a BA in that field? Please, if anyone know or have any recommendation, tell me. And Thank you very much for taking your time in answering. By the way, I'm studying in USA and I want to go there to study. I'm not Japanese and don't speak very fluent in it either. Still studying it for the exams. I'm not interested in Temple University though.
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you mean "doesn't" require applicants, not "don't". A school doesn't. Schools don't.
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Check out Waseda University. It may have something. However, I have a feeling that Japanese graduate schools are ridiculously difficult (both to get in and to get out). Very stressful. You may be better off doing your MA in the US and look for opportunities to go to Japan afterward.
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Friday, November 16, 2012
Are there any performing arts schools in Japan
Are there any performing arts schools in Japan?
If at all possible, could you please provide information on the school, such as name and location? It's very much appreciated.
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There are some like the below. name: Performing Art Center TEL: 03-3662-0064 location: Chuo-ku, Tokyo http://www.pac-ac.jp/sindex.html
If at all possible, could you please provide information on the school, such as name and location? It's very much appreciated.
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There are some like the below. name: Performing Art Center TEL: 03-3662-0064 location: Chuo-ku, Tokyo http://www.pac-ac.jp/sindex.html
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Thursday, November 8, 2012
what is the best international high school in japan
what is the best international high school in japan?
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I recommend you "Seijo Gakuen" in Tokyo.
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I recommend you "Seijo Gakuen" in Tokyo.
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That's what YOU have to decide. You must be sure what your needs and situation are now. Then you will see which international school is best for you. If you have to ask someone else, that means NO school is best for you.
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