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Call for Participants: International Summer Program in Japan 2026
Update: December 9, 2025

The 4th É«¿Ø´«Ã½ International Summer Program in Japan (ISPJ) will be held in July 2026.We are looking for Japanese language learners from around the world and É«¿Ø´«Ã½ students who are majoring in (or are interested in) Japan studies.
The program features two academic modules--the Japanese Language Module and the Japan Studies Module--along with opportunities for cross-cultural interaction through optional on-campus dormitory living and various on- and off-campus activities.
1.
For 2026, a new Pre-Intermediate level has been added to the existing Lower Intermediate and Intermediate classes, welcoming more students to participate.
In addition to task-based Japanese language classes designed for learners with prior study experience, participants may choose from several Japan-related culture courses.
2.
The theme for 2026 is "CITY(¶¼ÊÐ)."
Through lectures on the city from multiple academic perspectives, group discussions, and off-campus field trips, students deepen their understanding of Japanese society.
3. Dormitory Life & Cross-Cultural Exchange
During the program, most overseas participants and É«¿Ø´«Ã½ students will stay together in the on-campus dormitory (optional; limited capacity), creating daily opportunities for cross-cultural interaction.
Additional opportunities--such as off-campus activities and volunteer or assistant roles for É«¿Ø´«Ã½ students--further enrich the intercultural experience.
- Application Information
- Overseas Participants Deadline: Sunday, March 1, 2026, 23:59 (JST)
- É«¿Ø´«Ã½ Students Information Session: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 14:00-15:15
Please check for details.
Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026, 10:00
Please refer to and É«¿Ø´«Ã½ Portal for updated information.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
We look forward to receiving your applications.
Contact
Center for Global Education
ispj@icu.ac.jp
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