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Western Washington University - KCP International Japanese Language and Culture Program
(Outgoing Program)
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
KCP International offers two courses: an Intensive Japanese Language course and a Japanese Culture and Society course. Students can earn one year or more of language credit each term (either semester or quarter). The KCP main campus offers all the conveniences with students in mind. It is situated in a quiet residential street in Shinjuku, the business, entertainment, and shopping center of Tokyo.
Students can choose to stay with a Japanese family (homestay), in a dormitory, or independently. Both dorm and homestay students receive a local transportation pass between lodging and school.
Learning Outcomes
KCP employs the Direct Method, or full Japanese language immersion, in its language classes. Special emphasis is placed on holistic language education, stressing all four communication skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Join a student club!
Each term, KCP offers a variety of club activities which may include:
Tea Ceremony club
Koto Music club
School Newspaper
Yosakoi Soran Dance club
Volunteer club
Weekend Soccer club
Excursions
Excursions are offered each term. Some notable past excursions have included:
Kamakura
Edo-Tokyo Museum
Nikko
Asakusa Temple
Imperial Palace
NHK Broadcasting Company
a Sumo beya
Kabuki and Bunraku theaters
Past and present students share their thoughts and
experiences on studying in Japan...
KCP International is pleased to partner with Western Washington University to offer unique and challenging programs for students interested in studying the Japanese language. Located in Bellingham and founded in 1893, Western Washington University is a nationally recognized institution with a focus on providing the highest quality education. With a student population of over 15,000, WWU consists of eight colleges and several independent departments. WWU's Education Abroad department promotes meaningful educational opportunities abroad for students, as well as faculty and staff.