Janet Hughen’s thoughts on KCP
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KCP alumna Janet Hughen, a returning student from the U.K., shared this insight with us about her time spent with KCP in Tokyo. KCP’s strengths…
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Japanese Language Basics: Kanji, the Japanese Writing System
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“Kanji” is Japanese for the Chinese hanzi characters that Japan has adopted as part of its modern writing system.
Read ArticleThe Life of a Summer Short Student! (Part 1)
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From KCP student Shenelle King. During the summer of 2011 I was able to participate in the Summer Short Session at KCP. I was definitely…
Read ArticleMary Alania: Life as a KCP Student
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Mary Alania, a former student, shares her experience and valuable insights about KCP. She immersed herself in the program and the Japanese culture and way…
Read ArticleStandard Japanese: The Unified Language
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Language is any means of communication, whether spoken or written. Hyojungo is the Standard Japanese officially taught as a foreign language, and it is used in…
Read ArticleHiragana: The First Japanese Alphabet
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Any intensive Japanese course includes study of the Hiragana and Katakana. Also known as the Japanese syllabary, Hiragana is a primary component of the Japanese…
Read ArticleDorm or Homestay?
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The KCP program offers two choices for lodging while studying. One is a dormitory and one is a family homestay. Here’s a rundown of the…
Read ArticleWhat our students say–advice
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Our KCP alumni have plenty of advice for new students or those considering the KCP program. Here’s some of it. Get out and do something…
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