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This time, we interviewed a friend from Hong Kong who studied in Japan, hoping this will serve as helpful information for anyone considering studying here.
※ I will introduce more Japanese language schools in the future, but please note that I do not receive any compensation from the schools I introduce. The information I share comes from my friends’ experiences.
1.Why did you become interested in Japan?
I like reading Japanese magazines and am interested in the lifestyle of Japanese people.
So, you became interested in Japanese magazines and lifestyle. Japan and Hong Kong are indeed quite different!
2.What motivated you to study abroad in Japan?
I was 26 when I studied in Japan. I felt that if I didn’t go at 26, it would be more difficult to go at a later age. So I quit my job to study in Japan.
Yes, I completely understand wanting to experience what you can in your twenties. I also wanted to live abroad before I turned 30, so I took a job in Thailand after graduating from university.
3.What were your concerns before studying abroad?
I wanted to make local Japanese friends, not just fellow classmates I meet in school.
4.Were those concerns resolved after you started studying abroad?
I joined several meetups through meetup.com and met many locals through these gatherings.
We actually met at a meetup event too. It was before COVID-19, so it was easier to attend events like that. It was a true blessing to meet so many Japanese people interested in international exchange.
5.How long did you study abroad in Japan?
3 months.
Really? It was that short? The time we spent together was so packed, it felt like much longer.
6.How did you decide on your study abroad destination? (e.g., location, school courses, recommendation from an agency)
Google reviews. That school has very good reviews.
You checked Google reviews rather than the school’s website. A Japanese language school with good Google reviews is certainly appealing.
7.What did you find beneficial about studying abroad in Japan?
Japan is a very safe place. I can go out to explore and meet friends alone without worries.
Japanese people may not realize just how safe it is here. I felt the same after going abroad myself. I want to share more of Japan’s charm with others.
8.What aspects of the Japanese language school’s curriculum did you find helpful?
Systematic grammar teaching. For many who self-study Japanese, the grammar teaching at language school complements their self-study well.
They taught grammar well right from the start, I see. Since it was a short course, it’s great they provided an environment for self-study too. It seems like an excellent course for students with clear goals.
9.How was the class size and the diversity of students’ nationalities at your Japanese language school?
There were students from Europe, North America, and Asia. The intermediate class I attended had only 3 students, while the beginner class had about 10.
It must have felt very close-knit with such a small group. Having students from various countries sounds fun too.
10.How was the support system for career paths and further education at the Japanese language school?
There isn’t much support for short-term courses, so I don’t have any comments.
11.What cultural experiences or exchange opportunities did you have at the Japanese language school?
Every Friday, we would go out for an activity, like visiting a shrine, making traditional Japanese desserts, or attending a local festival.
This is a great program for a short-term course, combining study with cultural experiences.
Thank you very much for cooperating with this interview. Here is some information about the school:
Kyoto Minsai Japanese Language School
Official Website: https://www.kyotominsai.co.jp/
Tenjingawa Campus
69 Kita-Oiri-cho, Nishikyogoku, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 615-0881
TEL: 075-316-0190
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Saiin Campus
88 Anzuka-cho, Saiin, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 615-0051
TEL: 075-316-0190
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