Students Life
Beyond Your Campus: How Inter-University Collaboration Supercharges Your Study-in-Japan Experience¡Nuevo!
Moving to Japan for university can feel like stepping into a world full of opportunities. While lectures and labs will anchor your academic journey, many breakthroughs — academic, professional and personal — happen once you venture beyond your home campus. Japanese institutions nurture a rich ecosystem of inter‑campus clubs, research consortia and credit‑exchange schemes designed to break down walls […]
From Sakura to Snow: A Year-Round Event Guide for International Students in Japan¡Nuevo!
Japan is a country where the seasons are more than changes in temperature — they are national milestones that shape the academic calendar, train timetables, and even convenience‑store menus. For international students, this cyclical rhythm unlocks month‑after‑month of low‑cost, high‑impact cultural experiences. Whether your research focuses on robotics or Renaissance literature, stepping outside the lecture hall to […]
Step‑by‑Step Guide to Opening a Japanese Bank Account as an International Student¡Nuevo!
Moving to Japan for your studies is exciting, but life on campus quickly reminds you that cashless payments, rent transfers, and scholarship deposits all flow through the banking system. A local bank account is therefore one of the first practical tasks you will have to complete. This guide walks you through the process step by step, explains […]
Mastering Daily Life in Japan: Practical Rules & Etiquette for International Students¡Nuevo!
Moving to Japan for your degree is a leap into a world of spotless streets, precisely timed trains, and social rules that are easy to overlook if nobody spells them out. Dropping trash in the wrong bin, chatting loudly on a late‑night train, or ignoring the neighbourhood fire‑drill notice can brand you as the guest […]
Staying Safe in Japan: A Practical Guide for International Students¡Nuevo!
Japan is often described—accurately—as one of the safest nations on earth, yet “safe” never means “risk-free.” Random street assaults, bar-room fights and other violent incidents—though statistically uncommon—have gained media attention in recent years, while drink-spiking crews haunt neon nightlife districts and phone-scam rings keep refining their tricks. International students, who may not read Japanese or […]
Japan Student Healthcare Guide: Insurance, Costs & Mental-Health Support for International Learners¡Nuevo!
Planning to study in Japan already involves choosing the right university, finding accommodation, and brushing up on survival Japanese. Yet one practical question often slips through the cracks: “What happens if I catch the flu, twist an ankle during club practice, or need counselling in English?” Because healthcare rules differ from many other countries, rumours […]
Stay Safe in Japan: A Disaster Preparedness Guide for International Students¡Nuevo!
Moving to Japan is exciting, but the country’s well‑known earthquakes and tsunamis can also feel intimidating—especially when everything, from warnings to building codes, is new to you. This guide sets out practical, easy‑to‑follow steps so international students can replace fear with confidence and focus on enjoying campus life. Japan’s Natural Hazards—Know Your Opponent Why does […]
Beyond the Classroom: Volunteering in Japan That Transforms International Students’ Lives and Careers¡Nuevo!
Standing in line to receive your student ID, you may not have imagined that one of the most powerful classrooms you will enter in Japan is outside campus gates. Through volunteer activities — from tutoring local children to translating at disaster‑relief shelters — international students discover a pathway to deeper cultural insight, career‑ready skills, and friendships that criss‑cross oceans. […]
Ultimate Guide to Student Discounts in Japan: Transport, Digital Subscriptions, Fun & Travel¡Nuevo!
Japan is famous for being pricey, but flashing a valid student ID (学生証 / gakusei‑shō) can unlock a surprising number of deals—from half‑price rail tickets to cut‑rate karaoke. Whether you are cramming for mid‑terms, planning a Hokkaido ski trip, or just hunting affordable Wi‑Fi, the discounts below will stretch your yen without sacrificing fun. Keep […]