Inspired after participating in the 2021 and 2022 ‘Hiroshima-ICAN Academy on Nuclear Weapons and Global Security’, Sarah Strugnell (‘21) and Charlotte Yeung (‘22) were motivated to share their experiences, as well as their top tips, for prospective applicants to the … Read More
Japan is home to some of the most densely populated cities in the world, making the process of home hunting difficult and daunting. From language barriers to steep pre-deposits and high living costs, Japan’s housing system presents many barriers to … Read More
If you’re studying Japanese, you may have heard of the phrase “空気を読む” (kuuki wo yomu), one of the many unspoken rules in the culture. Though seemingly similar to what is referred to as ‘reading between the lines’ in Western countries, … Read More
Like our Asia Options team, we know many of have been waiting for the opportunity to finally visit (or return to) Asia! Be it for work, study, or simply some long-awaited travel. Asian countries are slowly opening up to the … Read More
With COVID restrictions in place in Japan preventing international travel and exchange opportunities for almost two years, there have been glimmers of hope for change. For those of you who anticipate an exchange in Japan, you may have considered undertaking … Read More
I tried edX to learn about Japan during a lockdown. Free upskilling from the comfort of your own home and time!
Having recently come back to Australia after being in Japan for two and a half years on the MEXT scholarship, former scholar Meira Chen sat down with us to talk all about her experience. Whether it be about the great … Read More
Homestaying in Japan Doing a homestay in Japan, or any country for that matter is an excellent way of experiencing the local culture and day-to-day life in a way that is not possible as a tourist. I had the opportunity … Read More
If you are a student-athlete who plans to pursue your sport at the highest level during your university years, chances are you’re quick to pit the US as your number one destination. But before you jump the gun on the … Read More
Pursuing an internship in Japan can be a great experience to boost your knowledge of Japanese business practices, culture, and can be a great addition to your CV. It can enable you to gain a greater global outlook and even … Read More
In this article, we’ll take you through an interview with a current MEXT Scholar, Iain Johnson. But, What is MEXT? Well, the MEXT scholarship, or the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s Scholarship, is a yearly scholarship … Read More
This is the third and final instalment of the “Job Hunting in Japan” series. As a foreigner, interviews can be an especially daunting part of job hunting in Japan. Luckily, Eleanor Gray has shared her top tips with me so … Read More
Kanji is one of the hardest parts of learning Japanese. This is especially so for those coming from an English-speaking background. Whilst there are only 46 hiragana and katakana characters, there are over 2000 kanji prescribed for everyday use, which … Read More
For people around the world, online learning is more than just a passing phase. Open Universities, edX and Coursera have been making education accessible long before COVID-19 forced most people online. Whilst the pandemic has helped some to attend international … Read More
Read about Gus’ experience on how studying the Japanese language at a local university in Akita prefecture taught him more than he signed up for!
This is the second instalment of the “Job Hunting in Japan” series. As a foreigner, Japanese resumes can be one of the most difficult parts of applying for jobs in Japan. Luckily, Eleanor Gray has shared with me her top … Read More
Job hunting in Japan as a foreigner can be difficult. Luckily, Eleanor Gray has shared with me her top tips so that you can score your dream job in Japan. Eleanor studied Japanese, linguistics and Asian studies at the University … Read More
Studying abroad has always been an exciting option for Australian students because it offers them the chance to see the world and also exciting opportunities such as agriculture in Indonesia or volunteering in Japan. Asia is always a popular destination … Read More
NHK’s new documentary: “A Compassionate View: The decade since the Great East Japan Earthquake”, presents a poignant depiction of the way life has recovered in the 10 years since the massive earthquake and tsunami of March 11, 2011, or as … Read More
As applications for the JLPT’s July period open up after a year of cancellations in 2020, now more than ever is the perfect time to get prepared and consume as much Japanese content as you possibly can. As such, we … Read More