The Sakoku Years of Japan
The 17th to the 19th century saw Japan adopting a policy that isolated the whole country from the outside world. This long period of national…
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Explore the culture, lifestyle, and excitement of studying abroad in Japan.
With KCP International, you can earn more Japanese credit than you would in an entire year at your university. Plus, you can pick your start date!
Immerse yourself in the heart of Tokyo with a wide variety of courses, flexible schedules and convenient packages you keep your experience easy!
Read all about Japanese immersion learning and studying abroad. Check out our eZasshi archives for more articles!
The 17th to the 19th century saw Japan adopting a policy that isolated the whole country from the outside world. This long period of national…
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For most Japanese, religion is a combination of elements from various religions known as Shinbutsu shūgō (神仏習合 amalgamation of buddhas and kami). In 1886, the Shinto and Buddhism…
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Read all about Japanese immersion learning and studying abroad. Check out our eZasshi archives for more articles!
As a country that has popularized cosplay, performance art, and wearing costumes and fashion accessories to look like a particular character, Japan is a natural at celebrating…
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Any carnivore would appreciate a big, fat, juicy slice of steak, a mouthwatering cheeseburger, or a slab of barbecued ribs smoked for hours and slathered with…
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With KCP International, immerse yourself in the heart of Tokyo with a wide variety of courses, flexible schedules and convenient packages you keep your experience easy!
Sake, or rice wine, is a Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice. Japanese culture considers sake to be more than just a drink to enjoy….
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As civilization advanced through the years, bridges became more and more important in connecting lands that were separated by bodies of water. The very first…
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Sushi (すし, 寿司, 鮨) usually consists of cooked rice mixed with vinegar and sweet sake, raw or cooked seafood, seaweed, and vegetables. The ingredients and presentation…
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One of KCP’s dormitories is in Kasai City, and KCP student Colette Kinder stayed there during her time in Japan. Here are just a few…
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