AmeriSpan- Study Japanese in Kanazawa

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Kanazawa

Term: Throughout the year 

Description: Learning Japanese abroad in Kanazawa, Japan is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. Somewhere between the elegant formality of Japanese manners and the candid, sometimes boisterous exchanges that take place over a few drinks, between the sanitized shopping malls and the unexpected rural festivals, everyone finds their own vision of Japan. Whether you end up taking photos of a reproduction Eiffel Tower, surfing an indoor wave, shacking up in a love hotel, or kipping down in a capsule, you will do best to come with an open mind and be prepared for surprise.

Learn Japanese Language in Japan:
Kanazawa is located on the coast of Honshu, Japan's main island. Not only is Kanazawa's natural scenery a colorful delight year-round, but every seasonal change is so carefully celebrated in traditional cuisine, decor, and yearly events, that one comes to feel as if there are many more than four seasons. It is a modern city, even though it was built in the 15th century, and is one of Japans foremost castle towns. The city boasts many places of interest, such as the splendid Kenrokuen, known as one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan, and lshikaw a-mon, the commanding gate to the old castle grounds.

School Facilities: Housed in the modern International Exchange Center. Located in the city center, a few minutes walk to the main train station, the Yokoyasue-Cho shopping area, and the Omicho Market. 5 classrooms, lecture room, quiet study room, and student leisure area. Public library available in the International Exchange Center.

Participants: International mix.

Highlights: School is housed in the modern International Exchange Center. In the city center, a few minutes walk to the main train station, the Yokoyasue-Cho shopping area, and the Omicho Market. 5 classrooms, lecture room, quiet study room, and student leisure area. Public library available in the International Exchange Center.

Options (extra cost):
- Dorm (private room & breakfast) instead of host family
- One-on-one classes (offered year round)

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Japan Independently

AmeriSpan Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Since 1993, AmeriSpan has sent more than 23,000 people abroad. Our staff has three passions: language, culture, and travel. Individually and as a group, we have accumulated experiences and knowledge related to these passions. We have traveled to more than 65 countries - every continent except Antarctica - and speak 10 languages. We are happy to share this enormous amount of relevant knowledge with you. Every AmeriSpan staff member has studied and/or lived abroad for extended periods of time. We understand your questions and concerns because we have personally dealt with the same issues. We have gone to great lengths to make it easier for you than it was for us. After enrolling in a program, you will receive a copy of the "Need-To-Know" fact sheets on the country or countries that you will be visiting. These fact sheets include information about entry requirements, climate, health and many other "Need-To-Know" things. If you still have questions, we'll be happy to answer them. We are neither a language school nor a travel agent we're a hybrid of the two, a language travel organization. AmeriSpan has evaluated hundreds of schools, host families and destinations to determine which programs to offer. Our independence allows us to give you unbiased evaluations of the programs. We do not just list what is included, rather, we clearly state our opinions. Each program description contains a program review that describes what we like and what we don't like about the program. Aside from assisting you with which program to choose, we work hard to make the whole process as simple as possible. AmeriSpan pre-arranges your school, lodging, airport pick-up and other services. With AmeriSpan, you will not have to worry about international wire transfers, international phone calls or dozens of other possible complications with arrangements and money.

Year Founded: 1994