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waki — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:30:45 +0000

銈躲兂銉撱偄銇?a href="https://www.unza.zm/">銈躲兂銉撱偄澶у銈堛倞2023骞?鏈堛亱銈?024骞?鏈堛伨銇ф湰瀛︺伀鐣欏銇椼仸銇勩仧Rita Tembo銇曘倱銇屻€佺暀瀛︺仐銇︺亜銇?骞撮枔銇仱銇勩仸銇偍銉冦偦銈ゃ倰鏇搞亜銇︺亸銈屻伨銇椼仧銆傘仠銇层仈涓€瑾亸銇犮仌銇勶紒

My name is Rita Tembo and I’m from Zambia. I am currently a student at the University of Zambia studying Economics. I came to Japan on an exchange program for ten months at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) from September 28, 2023, to July 29, 2024. I was under the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) and I was a recipient of the JASSO Scholarship.

It is no secret that Japan is one of the best countries to visit in the world and I got a chance to stay for close to a year on an exchange program at TUFS.聽 In this report I will talk about a few culture shocks I experienced living in Japan, the classes I took, some extracurricular activities and lastly my recreational activities.

CULTURE SHCOKS

While being in Japan came with so many amazing experiences, it did not come without its difficulties. Exposing myself to something new has always been a challenge, let alone a new country that comes with its own culture, language, education system and so on and so forth.

Transport System

Coming from Zambia, where our main mode of transport is by roads, it was quite an adjustment to get used to using trains. The intricate railway system that Japan possesses is truly one of a kind. I remember the first weeks I was there, I couldn’t take a fifteen-minute train ride from the University to a nearby station called Musashisakai for fear of getting lost. It wasn’t until months later, with time and practice, that I gained confidence in moving around Tokyo with the help of google maps.

The garbage system

Japan has a very well-organized garbage system and when you’ve lived your whole life throwing all kinds of trash into one trash can, it can be quite stressful to sort out your trash. The first time I went to throw away my trash in Japan, I stood for five minutes straight staring at four different trash cans trying to decide which dirt belonged to which bin. It took me an embarrassing amount of time to figure out where plastic goes, where paper goes and especially where Styrofoam goes. Eventually, I learned which belongs to recyclables, which belongs to burnable, and which belongs to non-burnable.

Weather

Experiencing Japan weather was one of the most interesting parts of living there. In Zambia, there are three distinct seasons and just like Japan, each bleeds seamlessly into the next. Living in Zambia, I had the notion that Africa’s dry and hot climate makes it one of the hottest places in the world. How wrong I was to assume that before coming to Japan. Summer in Japan is heat unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Combined with the high humidity, there’s almost no difference between you being in an onsen and you being outside. Luckily, Japan is a very technologically advanced country, so things like portable fans and cooling vests helped me get through the summer. Another aspect of the weather is the winter. Despite being so cold I could barely feel my toes some days, I was so excited to experience snow for the first time. Touching it with bare hands may have been an oversight on my part (I was convinced I had hypothermia because of how painfully cold my fingers got) but it still didn’t take away from the experience.

CLASSES

The second thing I would like to elaborate on are the classes I took at TUFS. My major at my home university, University of Zambia, is Economics and unfortunately, the only economics classes at TUFS were in Japanese so I could not take them. However, for the first time in my academic life, I had the opportunity to take classes I had always wanted to take but never got the chance to. Specifically, literature classes which allowed me to learn more about Japanese history and society. I learned about the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings and how it affected people’s mental health. I got to learn about slavery and racism in America by reading Mark Twain鈥檚 Pudd鈥檔head Wilson in an American literature class.聽 Film making class allowed me to learn about modern Japan society and had the bonus of working with others to create a film of our own. Watching movies made by Japanese creators every week taught me more about Japanese society than I would have guessed. One of the things I learned in this class was the reality of homelessness in Japan and the challenges minority immigrants face in trying to incorporate themselves in Japanese society. A few other more practical classes I took are business classes, peace and conflict studies, international cooperation and of course, Japanese language.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Staying in Japan, I had the opportunity to work part time for a multicultural organization known as Global Leaders Japan (Lbe Japan). As an international student with basic level in Japanese, working for Lbe was one of the best part time jobs I could get. Being a Global Leader meant me interacting with high school students in English and sharing my culture with them. This could be indoors with PowerPoint presentations or an outdoor tour around Tokyo, conversing as we explore. I loved working with the kids and being part of their journey in learning English. Watching them overcome their struggles or discomfort in practicing a foreign language really motivated me to continue to work on my Japanese.

I also got to take part in the famous and beautiful Sakura festival on March 1^st. I had the opportunity to wear traditional Japanese clothes known as a Yukata and dance a traditional Japanese dance as we walked down the streets of Fuchu city. A big thank you to ISSA for organizing the event and providing people to teach us the dances and practice with us in preparation for the festival.

I had the opportunity to discover a community of African people on a mission to share the African culture with as many people as possible. I attended a cultural exchange party where African fabrics and dances were showcased.

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RECREATION

Japan has plenty of places to visit, plenty of places to explore and plenty of places to try new things and I definitely took advantage of that fact as I toured and explored as many places in the country as I could manage. Some highlights I won’t ever forget;

Sunset at the Beach

Coming from a landlocked country, I had never been to the beach before and seen an ocean until I visited one in Numazu. Needless to say, the scenic view of the sunset against the waves was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. To use the words of a famous quote, 鈥淚 have never met a sunset I didn鈥檛 like.鈥滭/p>

Amusement parks

Visiting amusement parks was one of the things I wanted to do before coming to Japan. As a little girl I would watch people in movies go to amusement parks and imagine a day when I would one day ride a rollercoaster. I finally got the chance to do so and while the experience was beyond terrifying, the exhilaration I felt took me back for more.

Being in Japan, I took the opportunity to go to the best amusements parks in the world. I went to Tokyo Disney Sea and Universal Studios Japan and had the best time.

Fushimi Inari Taisha Sembon Torii

Another memory I won’t forget soon is hiking up the famous Thousand Torii Gates in Kyoto. The journey to the top was long and strenuous but the hike up was fun enough that I didn’t give up.

There are so many memories I created in a year while staying in Japan that I can’t pick just one as my favourite. Getting to meet new and amazing people from all over the world added to the experience. I’m grateful for the opportunity granted to me that allowed me to live one of the best years of my life. A big thank you to ISSA for the activities they organized, JASSO for the aid given, and finally the聽 IAfp and ISEP offices and of course the University of Zambia International Relations Link Office for all your hard work in organizing the student exchange program. I hope many more students get to have the same life changing opportunity.

銆愮暀瀛︺儸銉濄兗銉堛€慤NZA鍙楀叆 Toose銇曘倱

waki — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:51:15 +0000

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Report on My 10-Month Student Exchange Program at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

Introduction

My 10-month student exchange program at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) was a transformative experience that broadened my academic knowledge, deepened my cultural understanding, and fostered personal growth. I got an opportunity to meet new friends and learn various aspects about life in Japan. As a student with a keen interest in Japanese culture, the opportunity to live and study in Japan was a dream come true. This report provides an overview of my experiences, challenges, and reflections during my time at TUFS.

Academic Experience

Studying at TUFS was academically enriching and intellectually stimulating. The courses I studied aligned perfectly with my academic interests. I was enrolled in a variety of courses, most of them related to research as I did the program during my research stage of my masters program at my home university.

During my studies, in the fall semester, I had attended many graduate courses which helped me improve on my research and thesis writing as I was in the second stage of my studies in my home country, working on my dissertation. Among the courses I learnt, some of my favourite ones where the English for academic purposes courses. One of them was taught my professor Cherry Yap. In her course, I learnt about research. During the course, she taught about various research approaches and how to communicate academically. I learnt a lot about how to write academic articles and how to communicate academic findings. We had many in-class presentations of our research as masters students and she gave positive feedback. This helped me so much to improve on my research which I was working on from my home university. The many presentations prepared me for my defense. Another interesting course I attended was the international organizations course by professor Obi Nakao. In this course, I learnt about international protection of refugees and about humanitarian organizations and what they do to protect refugees. This course enriched my knowledge and substantiated my interests to work for an international humanitarian organization someday. In addition to all my other courses, I took the Japanese oral language course by Lee Kyutae. This helped me improve my communication in the Japanese language. It was nice to learn a new language, and I learnt interesting and important phrases that I need to go by in my day to day life in Japan. In the spring Semester, my favorite courses were on gender studies, global Agri-food systems, sustainable development and climate change.

The Japanese language classes were challenging but rewarding. The classes were conducted entirely in Japanese, which was initially challenging but greatly improved my proficiency. The instructors were highly skilled, employing a variety of teaching methods such as group discussions, presentations, and oral interviews. Over the months, my speaking, listening, and writing skills improved, enabling me to communicate more effectively and eased my interactions in daily life.

Cultural Immersion

Living in Japan provided countless opportunities for cultural immersion. From everyday interactions to participating in traditional festivals, I was constantly surrounded by the rich and vibrant culture of Japan.

TUFS has a vibrant campus life, with numerous clubs and organizations catering to a wide range of interests. I participated in the sakura festival, where I learned the intricate art of the traditional Japanese dance ceremony. This experience taught me about the importance of respect, and the beauty of simplicity, which are central to Japanese culture. I also participated in the international student exchange activities to interact with high school students, allowing me to interact with both Japanese students and other international students.

During weekends and holidays, I took the opportunity to travel and explore different parts of Japan. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples, the beauty of the parks, and some historical sites. Each place had its own unique fascination. These travels allowed me to witness the diversity within Japan, from its modern urban centres to its traditional rural landscapes. Visiting these places deepened my understanding of Japan鈥檚 history, culture, and regional differences. Travelling on the busy trains was always interesting, and the efficiency of the public transportation system is amazing.

I had an opportunity to try out some traditional Japanese food, some of which include sushi, sashimi, and ramen. I drunk and enjoyed various traditional Japanese teas and my favourite was the green tea and the Jasmin tea.

Personal Growth and Challenges

Living in a foreign country for an extended period was both exciting and challenging. I encountered several challenges, particularly during the initial months, but these experiences contributed significantly to my personal growth.

Language Barrier: Despite having studied Japanese language at the university of Zambia (UNZA) before going to Japan, the language barrier was one of the first challenges I faced. Simple tasks like grocery shopping, reading ingredients on food or asking for directions were initially overwhelming. However, with time and practice, my confidence grew. I made a conscious effort to speak Japanese as much as possible, even in situations where I could have resorted to English. This not only improved my language skills but also helped me integrate more seamlessly into the local community.

Cultural Differences: Adjusting to cultural differences was another challenge. Japan鈥檚 social norms, such as the emphasis on group harmony, indirect communication, and the hierarchical nature of society, were different from what I was used to. There were moments of cultural misunderstanding, but each of these situations provided learning opportunities. By observing and asking questions, I gradually adapted to these cultural nuances and gained a deeper appreciation for Japanese social etiquette.

Homesickness and Independence: Being away from home for an extended period was challenging, especially during holidays and special occasions. However, this experience taught me independence and resilience. I learned to manage my time, finances, and responsibilities effectively. The support from my friends, and university staff (IAFP office) also played a crucial role in helping me overcome these challenges. The friendships I formed with both Japanese and international students became a source of comfort and support, making my stay in Japan more enjoyable.

Conclusion

Looking back on my 10 months at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, I am filled with gratitude for the experiences, knowledge, and relationships I gained. The program not only enhanced my academic skills but also allowed me to grow personally and culturally. I returned home with a deeper understanding of Japan, a higher level of Japanese language proficiency, and a broader perspective on global issues.

I am more confident in navigating cross-cultural environments and look forward to applying the skills and insights I gained in my future endeavours. The time I spent in Japan was undoubtedly one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, and I am grateful Tokyo University of Foreign Studies and IAFP for providing me with this incredible opportunity.

銆愮暀瀛︺儸銉濄兗銉堛€慞UR鍙楀叆 Grace銇曘倱

waki — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 04:31:25 +0000

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I am Nyampinga Marie Grace, a university student at the Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Science (PIASS) and I am Rwandan.

From September 2023 to July 2024, I participated in an exchange program at the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies and studied and lived in Tokyo, Japan. I’ll go into greater detail about my experiences in my social and academic lives while I was living in Japan.

Firstly, I would like to start by expressing my gratitude to the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) and JASSO for offering me a scholarship that covered my expenses at TUFS. I would like also to thank the African Study Center, Student Exchange Division, and International Student Support Association (ISSA) for the great support they provided to me. Lastly, I would like to say thank you to my home university Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences which turned into the Protestant University of Rwanda for allowing me to go and learn from Japanese society and to Prof. Kazuyuki, a head of the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies for his assistance in document process and follow up after I arrive in Japan.

Academics

Starting with my studying experience, at TUFS I enrolled in different classes that were aligned with my program of peacebuilding and development. I could study from many lecturers in various environments therefore this was an outstanding chance for me.

This increased my level of understanding of my program. Among the courses I took was teaching about World War II which Japan was involved in and post-war reconstruction. It was my sincere expectation to gather knowledge from Japan’s remarkable recovery from the war and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

I had taken a course at my home university on the subject of the US Military Base in Japan and many peace movements have been accomplished, so learning Japanese was a pleasant experience for me.

Also, I enjoyed the class of Japanese language classes at JLC (Japanese Language Center). This was my expectation to learn the Japanese language and it was more enjoyable because of professional lectures with good teaching techniques that are easy for beginners. Taking this course was useful because it introduced to me the basic sentences and words that guided me during my stay in Japan after memorizing all the Hiragana and Katakana characters.

Additionally, I had classes on intercultural communication in the course of Aspect of Contemporary Japan 2. In this course, I learned about international cultures from different students and how people understand and interpret the world from their perspectives. I was glad to learn about Japanese culture and norms from Japanese students. This helped me to live in Japan while I didn鈥檛 violate any cultural rules. I also learned the types of nonverbal communication, High and Low Context Communication Styles, Monochronic Time and Polychronic Time, Collectivism and Individualism, Power Distance, Culture Shock, and Clear, and Effective Communication.

Furthermore, I had a course in Culture and Arts 2, in this course we watched different movies related to the culture and social life of the Japanese which gave me more pictures of Japan and my group presented a movie called 鈥淢y Small Land鈥 directed by Emma Kawawada. However, our group made a movie we called 鈥淣ihon-Jin鈥 that showed the life of international students in Japan and how they love and wish to be like Japanese.

The teaching style was different from my school, particularly in the course on Career Design and Development. I found this course interesting and helpful because it helped me to reflect on myself and my way forward to what I need to achieve. Additionally, I had a course about Southern East Asia that gave me an image of more Asian countries and their relation with Japan. This was kind of new to me because I had less knowledge about East Asia.

However, I had other many classes including Historical Studies, International Organizations, Peace and Conflict Studies, International Cooperation, Japanese Culture 1, Practical English 1&2, and Introduction to Social Relations. All these courses gave me new skills and knowledge and different experiences that will guide me in my future career.

Visits and Experience

During my stay in Japan, I visited different historical and tourist sites. The idea was to explore and learn from Japanese society and its achievements. I was very interested in religion, this guided me to visit many different shrines and temples to have experiences of religion that are different from mine. I visited some such as Yasukuni Shrine, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Fuji-san Hongu Sengen Shrine, and Jindaiji Temple, and many others. I learned Japanese traditional Tea making at Choko-ji Temple in Numazu/ Shizuoka Prefecture.聽 Additionally, I also practiced traditional Rice Cake making at Asagiri Kogen Mochiya Campsite. I also ate different Japanese dishes and I enjoyed them. So far, Okonomiyaki, Sushi, and O miso soup have been my favorites.

I also had a great opportunity to see the ocean and sea and visit different beaches during my free time, especially during the summer season, and hot springs and onsen during the winter season. Apart from Shizuoka Prefecture, I also visited other prefectures out of Tokyo including Tochigi, Yokohama, and Kagoshima Prefecture.

During my visit to Kagoshima with my colleagues, a Japanese family hosted us for three days and we had a memorable time. I got a chance to visit statues and learn about Saigo Takamori who worked and fought for Japanese culture and development. However, I also visited the Kagoshima World Cultural Heritage Orientation Center to learn about Japan鈥檚 Meiji Industrial Revolution. In the same prefecture, I also had the privilege to visit the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots. This museum was built to commemorate the lives of the pilots and document their patriotic efforts for peace. However, learning was not only in the classes but also at different historical sites.

Furthermore, I visited Tokyo Sky Tree during the Koinobori festival with a Japanese friend. Last but not least, I visited Team Lab Planets at Toyosu, Tokyo. It was an amazing moment when I walked through water and a garden of flowers.

I want to thank ISSA for allowing me to experience the Minyo-Nagare dance (folk dance performance) in Fuchu City during the Sakura season (cherry blossom). They brought native Japanese to teach us to dance and, on that day, they borrowed Yukata and we could perform looking nice.

Mayor of Fuchu city

Additionally, I attended different seminars and events both at TUFS and outside. As an African, with the knowledge of Student Exchange Division/TUFS, they invited us to many different collaborative events of Africans and Japanese. The main idea was to share the culture and learn from each other鈥檚 experiences and I had the opportunity to speak in some of them.

Welcoming new African measure students

During the holiday, I volunteered at Seibo Japan, where they advocate for charity and donation through selling Malawian coffee and the money goes to the program, they have of feeding every hungry child a hot meal at school in Malawi.

During my stay in Japan, the challenges were not very hard, because in the beginning the language was an issue but after taking Japanese language classes, I was able to express my need and request in Japanese. The weather challenged me because in my country, Rwanda we don鈥檛 have either winter or hot summer like Japan. So far spring has been my favorite season in Tokyo because it’s almost the same as the weather in Rwanda. As a Rwandan citizen, I had the opportunity to participate in different events and activities at Rwanda’s embassy in Japan and I was glad to meet different diplomats, Japanese leaders, and ambassadors of Rwanda in Japan.

銆愮暀瀛︺儸銉濄兗銉堛€慞UR鍙楀叆 Mburukaga銇曘倱

waki — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 02:23:55 +0000

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Mburukaga鈥檚 stay report in Japan.

My stay in Japan avail both opportunity and challenges. In this report I will share some of the challenges and opportunities.

My name is MBURUKAGA Moses Richard Anthony, I am a South Sudanese. I am a student of Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences-Rwanda. I major in peace and conflict studies. I have been at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies for my exchange program from 26^th September 2023 to July 29^th 2024 (ten months). I can say, been in Japan was a dream come true, as I always had wanted to visit Japan one day in my life and I happen to get the opportunity through the exchange program which I didn鈥檛 know that I could get it but finally I got it.

Opportunity to learn from exploration.

All I knew about Japan was Toyota cars (Land cruisers) and the World War II (Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombing). However, after my stay in Japan I have learned a lot more about Japan though not all because I cannot learn everything about a country since there are visible and invisible aspects of the culture. I should say I am proud of my stay in Japan.

I am a person who is always interested in knowing how the international community works and interested in international and national politics. And during my stay in Japan, I should be able to attest that I realized this through some classes that I took and interactions with the other international students that I met at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. This is because the university brings people from various corners of the world and this represented how the international society works and I met my interest to know how the international society works through the fellow students and university lectures.

Yokohama visit

During my stay in Japan, I visited a lot of places and experienced a lot of cultural shocks/differences. These cultural shocks presented opportunities to learn and develop myself for my future endeavors. Among the places that I visited was Yasukuni Shrine around Tokyo, this is place that exposed me to the cultural aspect of Japan of men lead society and learned how young people used to sacrifice their life for the sake of the emperor (Kamikaze).

Kagoshima visit/Chiran Museum

Kagoshima host family visit

Another thing that learned from Yasukuni Shrine was the role of the women that it was not represented in the shrine but what I learned from there was, women are not so much involved in violent acts or engage themselves in violent situations as compared to men. This can be evident in the act of Kamikaze as I read about it at Yasukuni Shrine and Chiran Peace Museum in Kagoshima it all portrayed young men in the act of Kamikaze not young women.

All the above, experiences in the shrine and museum taught me a greater role women can play in building peace in a society if we take look at aggressive society of Japan during the war times (World War I and World War II) majority of the aggressors were men and women did the background role as it is not much related to violence (taking care of the wounded).

I also visited families, during my time in Japan I had the opportunity to visit a host family and through the host family program I learned a lot of cultural aspects of Japan. This came through the help of Internationals Students Home Visit program. This program exposed me different cultures that I did not know. It also gave me the opportunity to test varieties of food (Takoyaki, Sushi, ramen, and takoyaki which was my favorite food in Japan) and family practices (care for the children). I also had the chance to play with the kids as a person who loves the kids.

Dinner with the host family

Play with the kids during the family visit

There is aspect of the Japanese culture of saying sorry regardless of the situation. I moved around Tokyo, Saitama, Yokohama and Kagoshima prefectures. I learned that it is part of the culture of the Japanese to say sorry even it is not their faulty or something has fallen from their hands they can still say sorry.聽 Found this culture very interesting as the is one of the concepts of reconciliation to say sorry or to ask for forgiven sincerely to build the relationship that was once broken.

During my stay in Japan, I had the chance to conduct my three months internship at Seibo Japan. Which is a NPO mobilizing funds to support/feed school children in Malawi and I participated in some activities like selling coffee at Sophia University (100% profit goes for charity) and interacting with students about charity at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Koenji Junior High and high school and Osaka International School (online presentation). Through this internship I learned a lot of things about charity and how little efforts can have an impact on others lives. For example, 15楼 makes a meal for students in Malawi and the effort of Seibo Japan is commendable in realizing this.

During my visit to Kagoshima, I felt the love from a family and I found the true meaning of a family. I missed my family for two years and half but when I visited the family of ayari San I felt like I was at home with my mother as I lacked nothing, had the company and support from the family.

Challenges faced during the stay

I faced very few challenges compared to the above lessons learned. To start with, first time to learn the characters of Japanese and get to play around with. And this is also closely linked to language barrier as it was my first time to be in Japan and face the reality of learning and experiencing the language in reality. As I visited the host families, I knew little Japanese but limited because it was not much up to that of conversation level. It limited my interaction with all the family members.

I should also indicate this, I had wanted to visit Hiroshima when I found out that I would be coming to Japan, unfortunately, I could not make it due to expensive tickets to go there and return. However, I don鈥檛 regret not going there as I have learned a lot about it in some classes that I took and through the visits to the museum and shrine (Yasukuni Jinja Shrine and Chiran Peace Museum).

In conclusion, I should be able to state how helpful it was to have Japanese friends (Mana, Takahito) around me who helped me to settle in well really easily, and how helpful they were and the fact that Japanese are really nice people, once you reach out to them for help, they are ready to offer a helping hand to you at any time. I should also state the love and care I received from the family of Ayari San in Kagoshima prefecture was commendable unforgettable moment.

I should not forget the unforgettable help of the JASSO scholarship and the help of Yuko San, Chihiro Sensei and everyone/staff who made sure all my needs we were accomplished and guidance from every one at the African Study Center.

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