We cordially invite you to participate in the Japan Culture Camp 2024 in Osaka, hosted by AYFN. Discover the various cultures and experiences in life! Japan is a country that successfully blends modernism with oriental tradition!
Overview of the program
Experience Japan with the Japan Culture Camp Program offered by AYFN this summer. Students and young people interested in a brief immersion program in Japanese language and culture are welcome to apply for this program.
Japanese learning and cultural immersion program are being offered by The AYFN Academy in collaboration with a local group, with the aim of broadening foreign visitors’ awareness of Japan. To improve the Japanese experience, the program incorporates daily activities and cultural outing. International participants are welcome, regardless of their degree of Japanese language proficiency. We will use English as main communication tool.
Our goal is to instill in the next generation an appreciation for language acquisition while also encouraging them to be open-minded toward different cultures. We want the participants to return from their trip with a deeper understanding of Japan and a solid foundation in the language, as well as with amazing and unforgettable experiences.
Japan Culture Camp by AYFN is a cultural learning program designed to give an understanding on culture and social awareness since 2015. This program enables participants to learn about Japanese culture in line with making a friend directly. This program is also an avenue to enhance knowledge and skill to face globalization. This is not student exchange, but youth and cultural exchange exposure program.
Date of program = 14 – 19 July 2024
Benefits
- Live for 6 days in Osaka, Japan
- Pre-departure Japanese language class
- Learn and understand Japanese culture directly by visiting 3 different cities (Osaka, Kyoto and Nara)
- Heritage walking tour around Kyoto
- Familirazation with local tradition (Food, lifestyle, Cultural activities).
- Experimental learning.
- E-Certificate of participation from AYFN.
Activities
- Cultural tour activities in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara, whereby 3 cities are well known as the center of Japanese culture.
- Visit interesting places both in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara, e.g: Osaka castle, Gion District in Kyoto (Geisha), Namba district, Arashiyama, and Nara Park.
- Taste authentic Japanese cuisine (sushi, udon, ramen, etc)
- Walk around heritage area of Kyoto (Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizudera and Yasaka Shrine).
How does the program will work?
- Participants will be met up in Japan.
- The program will combine sense of friendship, adventure and cultural awareness.
- Participants will live for 6 days in Osaka, Japan.
- The program invites participants who passionate in international friendship and adapt new environment (culture differences) easily.
Location of Japan Culture Camp
This camp will take place in Osaka and Kyoto. Both cities are famous as cultural city in Japan. Participants in the program will have the unique opportunity to experience Kyoto—the historic former capital of Japan, replete with its temples, shrines and traditional gardens. It is our hope that the program will inspire youth to pursue adventurous and productive careers and contribute to the advancement of science.
| Day | Activity |
| A week before departure | Basic Japanese Language Class (Online) |
| Day 1 14 July 2024 | Arrival in Osaka, Japan (Kansai International Airport) Hotel Check in start at 15.00 After checking in, participants will get to know each other among participants. Visit to visit Sinsekai |
| Day 2 15 July 2024 | Visit to Osaka Castle Food street experience in Dotonburi |
| Day 3 16 July 2024 | Visit to the Gion Traditional Houses Visit to Yasaka Shrine Picnic lunch in Maruyama Park Visit to Kyomizudera Temple |
| Day 4 17 July 2024 | Visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha Arashiyama Bamboo Forest |
| Day 5 18 July 2024 | Visit to Nara Park |
| Day 6 19 July 2024 | Hotel check out Fly back home |
Scheme of participation
Scholarship
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Self-funded
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Also read: Scholarship for Spring Japan Experience Program 2024 in Tokyo
| Scholarship (With selection) | Self-funded (No selection) | |
| Included | Flight expense support (Up to USD 800) Visa processing fee (Max: USD 50) if needed. Tuition fee Accommodation 6D5N (Twin/triple shared) Airport pick up (Kansai Int’l Airport) Meal (4 Breakfast and 4 Lunch) All activities indicated on schedule T-money for Local transports (KRW 40,000) E-Certificate of participation from AYFN Program supervision In-country administration costs | Accommodation 6D5N (Twin/triple shared) Airport pick up (Kansai Int’l Airport) Meal (4 Breakfast and 4 Lunch) All activities indicated on schedule T-money for Local transports (KRW 40,000) E-Certificate of participation from AYFN Program supervision In-country administration costs |
| Excluded | Dinner Personal expenses Travel insurance Baggage excess | Flight cost to and from Osaka, Japan Visa processing fee Dinner Personal expenses Travel insurance Baggage excess |
| Requirements | Age: 17 – 35 Years old All nationalities are welcomed to apply. Be able to communicate in English. Commit to join full program and be ready to return home after the program ends. Be able to adapt new environment easily. Health physically and mentally. Have an interest in Japanese Culture. Have an interest in writing and videography Close to social media. | Age: 15 – 35 Years old All nationalities are welcomed to apply. Be able to communicate in English. Commit to join full program and be ready to return home after the program ends. Be able to adapt new environment easily. Health physically and mentally |
| Selection fee or Registration fee | Selection fee: Start from USD 10 Learn more about “Selection Fee“. | Registration fee: Start from: USD 199 Learn more about what’s included in your AYFN “Registration Fee“. |
| Program fee | 0 | Normal Double bed (2 person in a room): USD 700 Single bed (1 person in a room): USD 950 |
| Selection process | 1. Online application 2. First stage announcement 3. Social project campaign 4. Final decision | First come, first service basis 1. Online application 2. Pay the registration fee 3. Visa processing 4. Pay the rest of program fee. |
| Quota | Max 4 | 15 |
You can check the “List of previous awardees“
How to apply?
| Procedure | Scholarship Scheme | Self-funded Scheme |
| Step 1 | Pay the selection fee. “CLICK HERE“ to pay. | Fill up the application form: Register Online here! Deadline: 1 June 2024 (23.59 GMT+7) or till quota is over. 15 slots remaining. |
| Step 2 | Fill up the application form below: SILVER GOLD PLATINUM MEMBER OF AYFN Deadline of application submission: extended to 10 April 2024 (23.59 GMT+7) | Pay the Registration Fee to secure your place. Learn more about what’s included in your AYFN “Registration Fee”. |
| Step 3 | Notification of first stage selection (Documents) | Pay the Program Fee. |
| Step 4 | Social project campaign Term and condition | Process the Visa (If needed) |
| Step 5 | Final announcement | Departure to Osaka, Japan. Get ready to go abroad, we’ll support you every step of the way! |
Accommodation and Meal during camp
During this camp, participants will be accommodated in a safe and comfortable accommodations. The accommodation id a popular and a very sociable option as you get to live and socialize with other participants, 2 -3 people in a room. Living conditions in the hotel is very good and very clean. Males and females are accommodated in separate room.
Japan is renowned for its tasty and healthy food. There are numerous amazing restaurants throughout Osaka which you will be directed to by program staff if you wish to eat out occasionally.
