JAPANESE PROGRAM

Ritsumeikan Summer & Winter

The Ritsumeikan Summer Japanese Program (RSJP) and Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program (RWJP) are designed for undergraduate or graduate students with minimal knowledge of the Japanese language, providing a comprehensive introduction to Japanese language and culture.

RSJP and RWJP are programs consisting of two major subjects. Participants are enrolled in an intensive Japanese language class which provides them with a thorough introduction to the language. Students also participate in Japan Studies classes to learn about Japanese culture and take part in fieldwork excursions.

About Ritsumeikan
Ritsumeikan is an integrated academy with a rich culture of individuality and international awareness accommodating a total of 49,000 students. The current Ritsumeikan Academy has campuses in Hokkaido, Shiga, Kyoto, and Oita and emcompasses two universities, four high schools, four junior high schools, and one primary school. Since Ritsumeikan s establishment, approximately 330,000 people have graduated from Ritsumeikan University, 9,000 from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU). Ritsumeikan fosters learning and the development of individual talents in order to nurture just and ethical global citizens.

About Kyoto
Kyoto, the capital of Japan from 794 to 1868, is well known throughout the world as a repository of Japanese art and cultural tradition. Kyoto is home to some of Japan s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites, some of which are located right at the doorstep of Ritsumeikan. Traditional Japanese festivals, including the Gion Matsuri, one of Japans largest and most famous, are held in Kyoto every year. The city enjoys a harmonious blend of the ancient and the modern, allowing students the opportunity to experience all aspects of Japanese culture and society. In addition to being a base of traditional industry, higher education, and tourism, Kyoto is also home to number of cutting-edge high tech companies such as KYOCERA Corporation and Nintendo to name a few.

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Japan Studies
Japan Studies classes are held two to three times a week in the afternoon. In addition to the lectures on Japanese culture held in the Japanese language classes, participants are given the opportunity to take part in various fieldwork excursions and receive special lectures on Japanese culture from masters who are well respected in their field in order to reinforce what they have learned.
Visiting Maiko Playing traditional Japanese drum Visiting temples Lecture on Chado Cooking Japanese cuisine Zen meditation and more!

apanese Language Classes

Japanese language classes are conducted for three hours every weekday morning, maintaining an overall balance between conversation, reading, and writing, with the goal of improving overall communication skills. Lectures in class will focus on topics such as business, history, sociology, and traditional culture to gain an understanding of the finer aspects of Japanese culture. Program participants will create a strong foundation for their future studies of Japanese through these lessons. A placement test is conducted on the first day of class to determine the Japanese language proficiency and class placement of each student.

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Campus Facilities
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Participants are able to make use of the many facilities available at Kinugasa Campus.

International Center

Multimedia Room

International Center at Kinugasa Campus

The International Center handles all incoming and outgoing student exchanges at Ritsumeikan. We offer RSJP and RWJP participants assistance with all aspects of academic and student life, as well as providing comprehensive support on everything from initial application procedures to sending out the final transcript at the end of the program. We hope that studying abroad with the RSJP and RWJP will help you immerse yourself further in Japanese culture and strengthen your language skills while in Japan!

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Dayna Ma
The best part of the program is the balance between learning time, free time, and cultural studies. You can pretty much adjust your own plans to get a bit of everything while maximizing what you want to do the most.

Andre Choi
The buddy system is the best part of the program. I think interacting with Japanese people was the best learning experience for me in this program.

Ashley Petryk
The buddies were what made this trip amazing. They are what makes Ritsumeikans program special. They are our friends, tour guides, language teachers, and support group. I cant imagine going on a program without them.

Johnny Hidalgo
It provides a learning experience that you cant get learning Japanese back in America.

Elizabeth Cranfield
The activities were definitely my favorite part of the program. They helped me learn about culture in a fun, hands on environment. The cultural activities were so well planned and presented. The combination of Tea, Zen, Maiko, etc really helped me gain better understanding of Japanese culture. The pottery, chopsticks etc also gave me an amazing experience. I will never forget.

Samantha Lam
The language class was interactive and I was able to pick up many useful phrases to use in my everyday life. The teachers were patient and used creative methods to teach us. Although it was an intense language program, I enjoyed every minute of it! 08

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Accommoda tion
Furnished Apartment Type
Seed in Kyoto Nijo / Seed in Kyoto Horikawa Citadines Kyoto Karasuma-Gojo
Seed in Kyoto Nijo and Seed in Kyoto Horikawa are furnished apartments located in the center of Kyoto City. They are conveniently located for sightseeing, easy to reach by public transportation, and in close proximity of several grocery stores and convenience stores.
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All students participating in Ritsumeikan Summer & Winter Japanese Program are able to apply for several different types of accommodation options through Ritsumeikan.

Machiya Type
Hanakiya Annex Tanakaya

(Traditional wooden town house)

Machiya is a very Japanese traditional type of accommodation. Hanakiya Annex is located close to Kiyomizu temple, which is designated a World Heritage Site. Tanakaya is located in Gion district, which is famous for Maiko.
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Studio 80,000 90,000 JPY 80,000-90,000

Japanese-style room 57,000 65,000 JPY 57,000-65,000

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Youth Hostel Type

Citadines Kyoto Karasuma-Gojo is a luxurious furnished apartment a and is located only one subway station away from Kyoto station w which is the transportation hub of Kyoto.
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Ks House
Ks House is a reasonable guest house located within walking distance of Kyoto station which is the transportation hub of Kyoto.
Room Type Monthly Fees

Studio 100,000-120,000 JPY

Guest house 48,000-68,000 JPY

All the details about each accommodation are available on our website
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http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/eng/html/admissions/program_jp/rsjp-rwjp/sum_03.html/
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Admission Requirements
To be eligible to enroll in RSJP or RWJP, applicants must meet all the following requirements:
1. Be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at the commencement of the program. 2. Have the ability to communicate in English OR be able to communicate in basic Japanese. 3. Are encouraged to study hiragana and katakana before the commencement of the program.

Assessment Criteria
Grading System
Grades for Japanese language classes are assessed according to a combination of class participation, quiz and final examination, assignments, and attendance. Japan Studies classes are assessed solely on attendance. Standard Class Hours Program Duration Japanese Language Class (JLC) (1 day x 1 class 50min. x 3) Japan Studies (JS) (1 JS x 90min.) Total Class Hours (JLC + JS)

5 weeks

3450 min.

990 min.

4440 min.

Program Fee
Program fee and the items included are provided in this page. Participants are notified of payment details and procedures upon acceptance into the program.
5 Week Program Fee Estimated Additional Expenses (not included in the program fee)
Accommodation Airport Shuttle round trip fare between Kyoto and Kansai International Airport Food

Program Transcript
Participants who have successfully completed the program will be issued a Certificate of Completion and Program Lists of additional expenses not included in the program fee that may be necessary are listed below. These expenses may vary depending on the individuals lifestyle. Transcript listing hours of participation and grades for Japanese language classes and Japan Studies.

Credit Transfer
RSJP and RWJP is a non-degree program. Therefore, participants should consult with their home institutions about converting class hours conducted during the programs to credits in advance.

190,000 JPY
Items included in the program fee are: tuition, textbook(s), fieldwork excursions, bus commuter pass, and liability insurance.

80,000 JPY 7,000 JPY 50,000 JPY

Curriculum Schedule
Weekly Schedule Sample (All schedules are subject to change.)
SCHEDULE Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Japan Studies Japanese Language Class Japan Studies 1st Period (9:10 10:00) 2nd Period (10:10 11:00) 3rd Period (11:10 12:00) Lunch Afternoon (13:00 16:00) Japan Studies

Personal expenses and airfare are not included in the abovementioned costs. Accommodation fee will vary depending on the room type.

How to Apply
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Download the Application Form from the RSJP/RWJP website.
http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/ eng/html/admissions/program_jp/ rsjp-rwjp/sum_06.html/

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Fill out and send the application form to Ritsumeikan along with the following documents.
1.Original certificate of enrollment from the institution you are presently attending 2.Most recent original academic transcript from the institution you are presently attending 3.Photocopy of the information pages of your passport indicating the passport number and period of validity. 4.Two photographs (3cm X 4cm) with your name written on the back
NOTE: All applications must arrive at Ritsumeikan by the deadline.

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Mail Applications To:
International Center at Kinugasa Campus, Ritsumeikan University
56-1 Toji-in Kitamachi, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8577, JAPAN TEL:81-75-465-8230 FAX:81-75-465-8160

Visa Procedures
Participants are responsible for contacting the Japanese embassy or consulate in their home country directly to determine if they are required to apply for a visa in advance. If it is determined that you need to obtain a visa, please notify the International Center.

International Traveler Insurance

We strongly recommend that all participants enroll in international traveler insurance before their departure to Japan.

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Program Schedule
2013 RSJP 1 (May 21-June 21) February 20th March 20th April 12th May 20th May 21st 2013 May 22nd June 21st egins Application Period Begins Application Deadline Program Fee Due Arrival Date Orientation Campus Tour First Day of Class Welcome Party Last Day of Class Closing Ceremony Farewell Party
Note: all dates are subject to change.

Custom Programs
The Inter International Center offers not only standard programs but also customized programs to universities overseas looking to send groups of students to Japan. Custom Programs are expressly tailored Japanese language programs that are coordinated by the staff of the International Center. A program coordinator will arrange a program starting anytime of the year according to the standard RSJP and RWJP p programs.

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rsjprwjp@st.ritsumei.ac.jp

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Ritsumeikan Summer Japanese Program April 8th May 8th May 22nd July 8th July 9th 2013 July 10th August 9th

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Orientation Campus tour

Placement test Welcome Lunch Kinkaku Temple

Japanese Language Class

Japanese Language Class

Japanese Language Class Zen meditation

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2nd week

Japanese Language Class

Japanese Language Class Meeting Maiko

Japanese Language Class

Japanese Language Class Playing drum

Japanese Language Class Overnight trip (to Kyushu area)

Overnight trip

RWJP
Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program

3rd week

Japanese Language Class

Japanese Language Class

Final Examination

Japanese Language Class Cooking Kyoto cuisine

Japanese Language Class Completion Ceremony Farewell Party

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(Biwako-Kusatsu Campus)

SHIGA

From

Narita International Airport

Narita International Airport to Tokyo 60 min. by JR Narita Express Tokyo to Kyoto 2 hr. 20 min. by JR Shinkansen (Bullet Train)

From

Kansai International Airport

Kansai International Airport to Kyoto 1 hr. 15 min. by JR Limited Express Haruka

From

Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport)

Haneda Airport to Shinagawa 15 min. by Keikyu Line Airport Limited Express Shinagawa to Kyoto 2 hr. 10 min. by JR Shinkansen (Bullet Train)

OSAKA TOKYO

From

KYOTO

Kyoto Station
Kyoto to Campus 40 min. by taxi 1 hr. by bus

(Kinugasa Campus)

Cover Picture
The cover image, from the ukiyo-e collection of Ritsumeikan Universitys Art Research Center

International Center at Kinugasa Campus Ritsumeikan University

56-1 Toji-in Kitamachi, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8577, JAPAN
E-mail rsjprwjp@st.ritsumei.ac.jp TEL +81-75-465-8230 FAX +81-75-465-8160 Available Time: 10:00-17:00 (Japanese Standard Time), in Japanese / English

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