Academic experience
I took Japanese popular culture and anime course there. It was exciting for me to have a field trip to better experience Japanese culture, which could be something that we cannot experience in Australia. While finishing the cultural-related presentation in around 2-day was a challenge for me, but thanks to the field trip, I found out more for my presentation skills.
Personal experience
I would say friendship was the best thing I gained from this experience. We stayed in the same accommodation, went to uni together and had each meal together, which really provided us with a good chance to get close to each other.
Accommodation
We lived off campus and stayed at the accommodation that was聽arranged by the program providers.聽It was good since every short-term student stayed in the same place so we could help each other with anything needed.
Budget
I would recommend $2000 budget for a 2-week stay.
Professional development and employability
I learned how to live in a different culture and cope with people from different countries.
Highlight
Japanese cuisine was fabulous.
Top tips
Consider what you want from the experience, professional knowledge or cultural experience.