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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
Held via Zoom, applications open on Thursday, Feb 4 and close on Feb 24, 2021. Transfer credits while studying Japan focused courses for 2 months!
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Immersion is without a doubt one of the best ways to improve language skills. However, with Covid-19 stopping you actually going to Japan, it brings up the question of what you can actually do to immerse yourself. Which is where … Read More
Tyson was one of two fellows apart of the Australian National Universities’ National Parliamentary Fellowship Program. The program saw him working within the Japanese Diet in both the Opposition and Ruling Parties as he researched Japanese Foreign Policy. The program, … Read More
Choosing where to study in Japan can certainly be a daunting task. When most people think of Japan, they imagine neon lights, robots, high-tech toilets and karaoke bars. While this is true to some extent, outside of the bustling city … Read More
Ahh, YouTube, possibly the greatest source of procrastination for all things learning, especially language learning. Sometimes, going through textbooks, Anki flashcards and writing that one kanji 100 times can get a bit tiresome. Which is why I strongly believe in … Read More
The New Colombo Plan Scholarship This incredible opportunity has been dubbed the most competitive scholarship for Australian undergraduate students and for good reason. The scholarship is a dream come true for many that could see you studying, interning and learning … Read More
Having chatted with AustCham Korea’s Executive Director (ED), Rowan Petz, in Seoul, it was terrific to sit down with the ED of the Australian New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (ANZCCJ), Emily Hallams in Tokyo during a recent visit! Although new to her role … Read More
This post suggests three techniques to maximize your input hours and how to keep your language learning on track over the long-term. Skype Classes I struggle in a classroom environment. My mind wanders constantly, and like a lot of people, I … Read More
Summer school is probably not on top of most young people’s mind when they think of summer, but trust us, summer school in Asia is something you’ve got to do! Imagine yourself in July next year knocking back an Asahi or Korean … Read More