SKIP 2023
“Discovering the Heart of Japan”
During the peak of this pandemic, like many other international exchanges, SKIP has been forced to host its program online. Despite these unprecedented times, our on-going bond between Stanford and Keio University has persisted. With emphasis on exploring social and political issues, we have maintained an online program for the last few years. Understanding the different struggles of Asians in Japan as opposed to Asian Americans, as well as different perceptions of racism in our respective countries.
This year's highly anticipated in-person exchange will mark the revival of a 67-year relationship between our universities. In light of this milestone, for the coming 2023 program, we hope to once again discover the true core, the "heart", of Japan. As Covid-19 forced borders to close, much of what Japan uniquely boats has been hidden away; even in Japan, our access to our own culture has been limited by strong restrictions. Through this program, we plan to explore and discover the four corners of Japan in areas such as anime, manga, cuisine, business, and many more.
All the contents will be held in English.
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Date : 3rd Sep 2023 ~ 16th Sep 2023(JST)
Contents
Our program this year consists of 4 main sections:
1. Sightseeing in Tokyo
We will explore Asakusa and Shibuya, and learn both the traditional cultures of Japan as well as Shibuya as a major commercial and financial center. We plan to hold a workshop with startup founders in Shibuya.
2. Anime & Manga
To deepen our understanding of the Anime&Manga industry in Japan, we plan to visit TV Tokyo broadcasting office and Shueisha office, a major publishing company of Japanese manga.
3. Food Culture
By comparing sushi made by professionals and by chain restaurants, we will explore the world of sushi to a deeper extent.
4. Short Trip
This includes a stay at a closed Japanese-style school, and experience harvesting crops unique to Japan.
Participation Fee
USD1000+Airfare
＊Includes:
・transportation
・excursions
・activities
・homestay
・meals provided by the host family and lunch during the program
＊DOES NOT include:
・transportation during your free time and on host family days
・lunch during host family days
About the Host Family System
Q. Where will you be staying?
A. We will assign you to a Japanese host family. These homes will be located approximately 45 minutes from Shibuya (centre of Tokyo).
Q. What kind of family will you be staying with?
A. Our host families mainly consist of Keio alumni or current students related to SKIP. (A thorough check will be done beforehand).