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USAC Japan: Nagasaki - Japanese Language, Society & Culture
Japan is a fascinating combination of rich history, interesting culture, and a diverse landscape. As a result, it features distinctive societies worth studying, which is exactly what you will do with our semester or full academic program. The Nagasaki Program lets you combine academic coursework with life in a beautiful harbor city with a semi-tropical climate. With its focus on Japanese cultur...
Japan is a fascinating combination of rich history, interesting culture, and a diverse landscape. As a result, it features distinctive societies worth studying, which is exactly what you will do with our semester or full academic program. The Nagasaki Program lets you combine academic coursework with life in a beautiful harbor city with a semi-tropical climate. With its focus on Japanese culture and society, the JAISN program at Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is perfect for non-native students. Almost 30 percent of the university’s student body are of foreign nationalities, thus enhancing your educational experience within a diverse population. Gain exposure to a culture and language other than Japanese and your own. Participation in a range of activities, including field t...
Program Highlights
Choose from seven levels of Japanese language and a range of society and culture courses taught in English, or take your language studies to the next level with optional courses in Kanji.
Enjoy Nagasaki’s small campus environment and welcoming community of Japanese and international students—all eager to explore the language and culture.
Practice your language and make friends with a Japanese conversation partner, who will help you adjust to your new home and introduce you to Japanese culture.
Immerse yourself in the local culture by living in homestays with Japanese families.
Discover impressive sights in Nagasaki, such as Shinchi Chinatown, Kofukuji Temple, and the Nagasaki Peace Park.
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- Nagasaki, Japan
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Best decision of my life!
September 01, 2025by: Cristallia Cochran - United StatesProgram: USAC Japan: Nagasaki - Japanese Language, Society & CultureI'm so glad that I went to Nagasaki to study abroad for the spring semester. Not only was I able to meet so many different friends from around the world, but I was also able to learn about Japanese culture and history. I enjoyed immersing myself in the community present in Nagasaki, which is so determined to spread the word of peace. It was also great to interact with Japanese students and improve my Japanese language skills. Coming to Nagasaki, what I really enjoyed was the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms present at the beginning of the semester, and the abundance of trees in a rich green I had never seen before. It was truly a sight to see. Not to mention how Nagasaki is enriched with so much history and international cultural influences as a port city. There is just so much to learn.
A rewarding experience at a unique and welcoming location
August 31, 2025by: Trevor Johnson - United StatesProgram: USAC Japan: Nagasaki - Japanese Language, Society & CultureThe year I spent in Nagasaki was the best year of my life. The university is small, with less than 1000 students and teachers combined, making it easy to meet people and form connections. I typically struggle to make friends, but here I made friends from countries all over the world. There are many opportunities for personal growth, both academically and through community involvement. Nagasaki is a great location because it has a rich history of cultural exchange and is very welcoming to foreigners.
Best eye opener.
August 29, 2025by: Jaime Christensen - United StatesProgram: USAC Japan: Nagasaki - Japanese Language, Society & CultureI went to Nagasaki Japan with the desire to improve my Japanese skills and develop a cultural understanding of the area. That is exactly the experience I had beyond expectations. I of course had some hurtless, figuring out what courses would count towards my degree was the hardest part. GADAI/NUFS the college I went to was small and cozy a stark contrast to my large university in the states. My most important experience was learning about the effects of the atomic bomb on Nagasaki. I encourage all to study abroad somewhere and if you're looking for a place neck deep in diverse cultures I fully reccomend this program. Every one of my struggles was 100% worth the experience I was blessed to have.
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Locations
- Nagasaki, Japan
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Arts
- Business
- Culture
Availability
Years Offered: 2020,2021,Year Round
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
- Essay
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Ilyana Raymond
Participated in 2019
Ilyana Raymond is currently a junior at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She studied abroad in Spring 2019 in Nagasaki, Japan, at Nagasaki Univers...
Ilyana Raymond
Participated in 2019
I spoke to my academic adviser, and my majors at the time were Art and Art History. Because of this, she heavily encouraged me to study abroad. When I looked into studying abroad at my school, I found out that we offer an array of programs, and I ended up changing my direction a little. For an Art History degree, you're required to take two years of a foreign language, and I was doing French, so originally I intended to go to France. However, when I thought about where I really wanted to go, if I never got the chance to go anywhere else, it was Japan. And then I went!
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Japan is a fascinating combination of rich history, interesting culture, and a diverse landscape. As a result, it features distinctive societies worth studying, which is exactly what you will do with our semester or full academic program. The Nagasaki Program lets you combine academic coursework with life in a beautiful harbor city with a semi-tropical climate. With its focus on Japanese culture and society, the JAISN program at Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is perfect for non-native students. Almost 30 percent of the university’s student body are of foreign nationalities, thus enhancing your educational experience within a diverse population. Gain exposure to a culture and language other than Japanese and your own. Participation in a range of activities, including field t...
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Japan is a fascinating combination of rich history, interesting culture, and a diverse landscape. As a result, it features distinctive societies worth studying, which is exactly what you will do with our semester or full academic program. The Nagasaki Program lets you combine academic coursework with life in a beautiful harbor city with a semi-tropical climate. With its focus on Japanese culture and society, the JAISN program at Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is perfect for non-native students. Almost 30 percent of the university’s student body are of foreign nationalities, thus enhancing your educational experience within a diverse population. Gain exposure to a culture and language other than Japanese and your own. Participation in a range of activities, including field t...
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