Ritsumeikan University
2024 RWJP Express
Winter Intensive Japanese Program
In-Person
Program Overview
RWJP EXP is an intenstive 2 week Japanese program that is held at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan. In this program, students will have exposure to comprehensive introduction to Japanese language and culture. Program contents are Japanese Classes that are held everyday and Japan Study that is held 2~3 times a week. Students will have opportunities to feel and understand the Japanese culture by joining fieldwork to various cultural spots such as World Heritage sites or tea ceremony in Kyoto, the center of Japanese culture. Why don’t you join students from all over the world to experience Japan?
Program Period
February 13 ~ February 23, 2024 (2 weeks)
Participants must spend the whole program dates. We request to arrive one day before the program starts and leave on the next day the program ends.
Application Period
November 15 ~ November 28, 2023 (by 5pm Japan time)
Please note that once we reach the capacity of participants, we will close the application.
See below for list of required documents.
*This is a non-degree program which means no credits are issued, while Certificate of Completion will be issued.
| Program Date | February 13 – February 23, 2023 (2 weeks) |
| Level | Zero, Beginner, Intermediate (N1 holders are NOT able to participate) *Students who have never learned Japanese before, we ask all the participants to master at least reading and writing of Hiragana and Katakana before the program starts. Please study them beforehand in order to achieve further improvement during the program. |
Program Fee | JPY 117,000Payment due: December 12, 2023 Includes the following: Does NOT include the following: |
| Accommodation Fee | Students will have options. 1. Stay at the designated hotel (single room/NOT including meal), *around JPY 90,000-100,000 *Payment due: (Note determained as of August 23) 2. Arrange your own accommodation in a single room to insure a good study enticement. |
| Eligibility | Current university students/Postgraduate students |
| Degree | Non-degree seeking |
| Teaching Method | Taught in Japanese (Direct method) |
Program Description
1. Japanese Language Class
- Taught in Japanese
- Comprehensive introduction to Japanese language to build a strong foundation for Japanese studies
- Class contents: Conversation, reading, writing
- 50 min × 3 classes × 9 days = 1,350 min = 22.5 hours
2. Japanese Culture Class (Japan Study)
- Class contents: lecture on Japanese culture by masters well respected in their fields
- Field work to various cultural spots in Kyoto such as Kinkakuji Temple, tea ceremony, Wadaiko (Japanese traditional drums), Nijojo Castle and much more. (*Destinations are subject to change)
- Opportunity to interact with Ritsumeikan BUDDYs
- 90 min × 4 days = 360 min = 6 hours
What's included
- Certificate of Completion
- Text book
- Ritsumeikan Buddy
- Orientation
- Completion ceremony
- Visa support (if applicable)
- Campus tour
- Cafeteria use (no meal included)
- Library access
- Wi-Fi access
Participants are responsible for contacting the Japanese embassy or consulate in their home country directly to determine if they are required to apply for a short-term visa (also called a tourist visa, not a student visa) in advance.
If it is determined that you need to obtain a visa, please notify the International Center.
Please visit website for more detailed information about visas.
→ Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan short-term stay
We handle all incoming and outgoing student exchanges at the International Center.
We provide comprehensive support from initial application procedures and academic life to sending out the final transcript at the end of the program.
Please don’t hesitate to ask us if you have any questions.
The Medical Service Center offers medical assistance to students with health concerns. Consultations are available in English during certain times of the day.
- Transcript
- Airplane fee
- Airport pickup
- Bus Pass
- Meal
Schedule
Monday
16:00 Arrival and Check in
Tuesday(Day1)
11:00 Orientation, Campus Tour
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
14:00 Japanese Class
Wednesday(Day2)
09:00 Japanese Class(#1)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
13:00 Japan Study
Thursday(Day3)
09:00 Japanese Class(#2)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
Friday(Day4)
09:00 Japanese Class(#3)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
13:00 Japan Study
Monday(Day5)
09:00 Japanese Class(#4)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
13:00 Japan Study
Tuesday(Day6)
09:00 Japanese Class(#5)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
Wednesday(Day7)
09:00 Japanese Class(#6)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
Thursday(Day8)
09:00 Japanese Class(#7)
12:00 Lunch with BUDDY
13:00 Japan Study
Friday(Day9)
09:00 Japanese Class(#8)
*Program contents are subject to change.
Daily Schedule
| Japanese Language Class | 9:00-11:50 |
| Lunch with Buddy | 12:00-13:00 |
| Japan Study (Fieldwork) | 13:00-15:30 |
Ritsumeikan Buddy
What is a buddy?
Japanese buddies from Ritsumeikan University will be here for you to support your life at Ritsumeikan. It will not be a 1-on-1 system but they will assist you in groups by speaking only in Japanese for you to fully immerse in the Japanese language.
What’s the merit?
You will have opportunity to interact directly with local students and practice Japanese and learn about Japanese culture such as recent Japanese pop culture, trending words, anime, and many other topics. You might also be able to find life-long friends!
(*Under the maintenance) Accommodation Guide
Due to the safety regulations of COVID-19, we ask participants to stay in the designated hotel. Click below to see detailed accommodation guide.
Required Documents for Application
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Handwritten Essay (In Japanese preferred)
No translation machine allowed. Please write it on your own so that we can evaluate your exact Japanese level and assign you into suitable levels. -
Letter of Consent (Pledge)
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Certificate of Enrollment
The Certificate of Enrollment is an official document issued by your home university that shows you are currently enrolled in your home university. Please ask your university advisor or office to receive one. -
Copy of Passport
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Health Certificate Form
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Official Transcript issued by your home university
