Experience Japan is an intensive, in-country program that gives students first-hand experience of contemporary Japanese culture, society and language. This program will take you to Tamagawa University in Tokyo, Evergreen’s long-time exchange partner. You will attend classes, engage in activities with the students and conduct research on a topic of your choice. Classes at Tamagawa University include regular bilingual classes and seminars specially designed for Evergreen students. Extra-curricular activities and field trips, arranged by the faculty and Tamagawa students, will take you to Tokyo's historically and culturally significant sites, including the Kabuki Theatre and Ghibli Museum, and nearby towns such as Kamakura and Hakone. Admission is open to all students regardless of language ability. 2016’s planned departure date is Friday, June 17 and return date, Saturday, July 9.

Interested students should contact Tomoko Hirai Ulmer via email at ulmert@evergreen.edu and request an application form.