Discovery Program

Japanese Language and Culture, Lifelong Learning and Cultural Exchange.

Japan Discovery Program (Study/Tour)

Are you travelling to Japan for the first time? Try a study tour combining intensive classes and an adventure tour discovering what Japan is REALLY like. You can combine your Japanese language studies with hiking or skiing in Kamikochi or the Southern Alps, mountain biking through peaceful forests, giant roller-coasters, staying out all night enjoying the nightlife, visiting Kyoto, Nara or Ise. Mix an appreciation for avant garde culture and peaceful buddhist temples (which are often side-by-side, after all this is Japan).

There are seven key reasons to do your discovery tour with Yamasa.
1. High Quality Teaching Component: Most 'study tours' only offer elementary classes with casual teachers. Only Yamasa's Discovery program combines intensive language learning with a professional faculty and a minimum of 7 different proficiency levels.
2. Flexibility: Start dates are available all year round including Spring and Autumn - the two best times to visit Japan. You can also adjust the length of studies and even customize the tour length to suit your needs.
3. Small groups: The absolute maximum group size is 18, and it will usually be a lot less. This is the one program where you will NEVER find yourself following a guide with a little yellow flag or a large group of people whose names you can't remember.
4. Accommodation: Travel light - you will be able to leave heavy items back in your room in Okazaki. By avoiding expensive hotel stays and exhausting accommodation "hops" - you can enjoy your travels more and save a lot of money.
5. Real: As a quality education provider - our tours are different to most. With Yamasa you will be using your Japanese, meeting Japanese people, travelling and eating in the same places as ordinary Japanese people. If you want to see THE REAL Japan - it's time to join a Yamasa program.
6. Lower expenses: Our tuition fee is at cost and includes textbooks. The tours include all entry fees and insurance. The airport transfer is free. Single and shared accommodation is available. In the case of "shared by 2" accommodation (twin room), the average nightly stay is less than half the cost of a youth hostel - but with Yamasa's modern facilities including 24 hours free internet access, cable TV etc.
7. DISCOUNTS! Discovery program participants can receive discounts on accommodation, weekend activities and other events. Check out the Gold Pass and other benefits.

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If you ever have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Admissions
Participants have the opportunity to experience Japan's traditional past as well as its modern hi-tech present. During your vacation you can experience a quick improvement in your Japanese proficiency.

No previous study of Japanese is required for participation.