Summer in Tokyo
J.F. Oberlin University

Why Life in Tokyo

Huge, stylish, exciting, bold, and incredibly fun, Tokyo is a one-of-a-kind city. The Tokyo metropolitan area is the most populous place in the entire world, and it’s home to absolutely everything. You can step from a bustling market into a quiet park, from a frenetic dance club to a serene temple. The best thing to do in Tokyo is to embrace it all, including the food, the festivals, and the karaoke. It would take several lifetimes to explore all that Tokyo has to offer, but CIS Abroad will show you some of the best sites during your time in Tokyo. Every day will be filled with unforgettable sights and scenes, Tokyo style.

You can spend your free time visiting world-famous markets, shrines, and museums. For a more low-key experience, ride a bike around a quiet neighborhood, where you can interact with street vendors, food cart owners, and friendly residents. Your time in Tokyo will fly by, and we guarantee you’ll always want to come back. The city is that special!

Live The Local Life

• Japanese Gardens in Tokyo

  The Imperial Palace Higashi (East) Gyoen (garden), Shinjuku Gyoen, Kiyosu Teien, Hamarikyu, Rikugien. Asianesque garden beauty is laid out and provides a serene feeling of Japan and Asia.

• Mt. Fuji

  Ride the fastest Japanese train, the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) from Tokyo station to Shin Fuji station. At the station, you can see a dynamic view of Mt. Fuji. Climb up to the top of the mountain to see more amazing views of Japan. Take the Bullet train further to Kyoto city. Stay overnight in a Japanese inn, and walk around the ancient capital city.

• Largest Fish Market in the World

  Be sure to go to Toyosu Fish Market in Tokyo. It is the largest fish market in the world. Try to get to the market early so you can watch the auction for freshly caught giant tuna fish. Enjoy the freshest sushi possible and/or the market's exceptional ramen!

• Japanese “Onsen” (Hot Spring)

  Take a train to Hakone and Atami, less than one hour ride from Tokyo. In Hakone and Atami, there are a number of traditional Inns where you can enjoy hot springs and authentic Japanese cuisine. Tokyo has some good spots too.

• Tokyo Sky Tree

  The world highest free-standing broadcasting tower. The height of the tower is 645m. Take the elevator up to the top “TEMBO DECK” (observatory deck) so you can have a complete panorama view of Tokyo.

Location

Participants stay in double rooms at a local hotel in downtown Tokyo. Room sizes are modest, but do include an en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, and a private space to relax and focus on work. Experience what it’s like to live in a cozy, space-conscious room that often feature fold-away furniture. The hotel is in a quieter neighborhood but within walking distance to Tokyo’s highly efficient public transportation system. Commute time to classes will be 25-30 minutes by train.

Depending on the timing of your program, you may stay in a different location than the one pictured, but the experience and amenities will be comparable.

Meals

Part of your experience will include sampling some of the amazing cuisine that Tokyo has to offer on this program! While participants should budget for eating out, hotel rooms will each have some basic appliances for preparing light meals and snacks. The following are provided so you can prepare some of your own meals when not dining out or taking advantage of campus meal services:

• Microwave
• Electric kettle
• Mini fridge
• Hot plates may be available upon request

Inclusions and Amenities

• Air conditioning
• Bed linens
• CommutePublic Transportation
• Desk
• Hair Dryer
• LaundryOn-site
• Microwave
• Shampoo, Conditioner, & Body Soap
• Television
• Towels
• Wi-Fi

Inclusions

Program fees are in US dollars and include the following:

• Full-time tuition and fees
• Housing
• Medical and accident insurance
• CIS Abroad support services before, during, and after the program
• Academic advising
• Financial aid counseling
• Assistance with travel arrangements
• Predeparture orientation
• Airport pickup
• JF Oberlin University transcript
• CIS Abroad orientation
• On-site support
• On-campus wi-fi
• The Local Life cultural program

Welcome & Orientation

After a long flight, you’ll be warmly greeted by our on-site staff. We’ll help you settle in, ensuring you are mobile- and wifi-connected and have you check in with home. We’ll get a quick lay of the land, touring our apartments and visiting local convenient stores and markets for anything you may need. On your first full day, we’ll explore nearby neighborhoods, familiarizing ourselves with the subway and train systems. You’ll meet your Japanese “buddies” then we’ll enjoy a trip typically to Asakusa and a scavenger hunt. Orientation continues with a welcome dinner the first Friday night of the week in the fun fashion district of Shibuya!

Farewell & Re-Entry Program

Though you’re not an astronaut returning from space, re-entering your home culture after being abroad can be shocking to the system, especially after having lived in the vibrant metropolis of Tokyo! We’ll walk you through some of the things to expect when readjusting to whatever you’re going back to (if you can actually pry yourself away from Japan!) and rehash your time abroad so that you can remember the highlights. We love to stay in touch, so although it is farewell for now it is not goodbye.