Participating in Nanzan University's Intensive Japanese
Program (IJP) has been a game-changer for me. This
program offers an incredible array of courses, so you'reguaranteed to find something that resonates with yourinterests and level of Japanese. The fact that we haveJapanese language classes every day means you can expect
to see rapid progress in your abilities. What I've found mostenriching about my experience, particularly at the fifth level,
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Ca' Foscari University of VeniceCJS Class of 2023-2024

is the emphasis on discussion. Along with studying
grammar, talking about a variety of topics with classmateshas drastically improved my ability to think in Japanese. It's
this unique blend of intensive learning and practicalapplication that I believe sets the IJP apart. Trust me, it's anexperience that will not only enhance your language skills
but also deepen your understanding of Japanese culture.

The CJS Intensive Japanese program has provided the boost myJapanese very much needed. As an exchange student at Nanzan
University, majoring in Japanese Studies back at my home
university, I feel my Japanese has progressed much faster than everbefore, thanks to the immersive environment, but also to the verypractical course content and thoughtful teachers. The program
offers a variety of courses for all levels of Japanese learners, and I
have enjoyed taking courses ranging from Calligraphy and Japanese
Cinema to Business Japanese and Tourism.
Beyond academics, the program has also given me the opportunity
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to make many new friends, both Japanese and other international

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students, and to reconnect with my grandma, who happens to liveCJS Class of 2023-2024

in Nagoya. Learning about their cultures has been invaluable interms of broadening my own worldview and putting my own culture
in perspective, but it also brought me friendships that will last for
many more years to come!

Studying in Japan has been a goal of mine since I started
learning Japanese. I wanted to surround myself withJapanese while also being able to experience and discover
more about Japan. My semester at Nanzan University has
allowed me to do exactly that.
When I first arrived in Japan, I found myself worrying
about my Japanese ability and asking myself if I was up forthe task ahead. But the moment the lessons started I quickly
learned that while I was indeed facing a huge challenge, myteachers are more than qualified to help me along the way.
The classes are well structured and varied. No day is theKENNERFALK, Sophia Mariasame as the one before, which makes going to class exciting,

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country wears off.

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The class difficulty is also at just the right level. I findmyself constantly being pushed to try a little harder andchallenged to do new things with my Japanese. Even though
I have only been here for a little over two months, I feel like
my Japanese has improved dramatically.
Studying alongside Japanese students has also given me
the opportunity to make Japanese friends and to use myJapanese outside of the classroom. I have joined a schoolclub, participated in the school festival and explored Nagoya
with my friends. The memories I have made here arememories I will cherish forever.

I have no doubt that Nanzan University’s Intensive
Japanese Program (IJP) is one of the finest places to learn
the Japanese language. The most important thing for me
when I came to Japan was to improve my Japanese ability,
and the IJP provided me with the perfect opportunity to dojust that. I could practice, practice, and practice every day inthe IJP.
All of the teachers were very patient towards me. If there
was something that I did not know, they gladly explained it
in detail to help me in my struggle to learn Japanese. Not
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only did they teach me, but they also pushed me to the point

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where I could speak Japanese fluently. They gave me

CJS Class of 2022-2023practice and homework, to help me focus on learning theJapanese language. I was glad to do all of the practicebecause they actively corrected my mistakes, even the small
ones, and soon I realized that I was making fewer mistakes.
Besides that, there were some people called Teaching
Assistants who helped me a lot with my Japanese homeworkor spent time with me if I just wanted to talk in Japanesewith them. I was able to speak Japanese not only in class, buteverywhere within the university, and out in Japanesesociety.

I feel like my confidence in Japanese is really improvingin the Intensive Japanese Program. In the Japanese IV class
we talk about a variety of topics with plenty of chances topractice reading, listening, writing and speaking, including
with native Japanese students. I’ve been able to hone myskills in holding conversations, writing essays and giving
presentations, as well as learning a lot of important grammar
and vocabulary that equips me to comfortably engage withmaterials like novels and movies. The class is fast-paced but
not overwhelming, and I always feel comfortable talking to
my classmates and teachers without being afraid of makingmistakes.
The variety of classes available at Nanzan University isSUCKLING, Annabel Claire

really impressive. When I arrived, I was particularly looking

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forward to taking creative writing classes. It was reallyCJS Class of 2022-2023

interesting to learn about haiku and tanka poetry, and fun tothen go outside and try writing my own while looking atnature around me. I also particularly appreciate theCalligraphy arts class. While studying calligraphy, I’ve
learned a lot about the aesthetics and history of kanji
characters, which is one of my favorite research subjects,and even improved my everyday Japanese handwriting. The
class is also a great way to relax during a day of studying!
Overall, I’m really enjoying my time at Nanzan
University, and the Intensive Japanese Program provides a
lot of fun and rewarding opportunities that I would
definitely recommend.

Hello, my name is Jason Walton, and I am a study abroad student
at Nanzan University! I talk today specifically about Nanzan’s
Intensive Japanese Program (IJP).
I am currently in level 3 of their Japanese program, and while I
have only been here for around 3 months, I have seen an incredible
improvement in my Japanese skills. The IJP not only focuses onreading and writing, but also listening and speaking as well. In classyou will find yourself doing activities such as practicing yourconversation skills with the students around you, writing essays,
reading books, creating dialogues, even presenting to the class onplaces you have visited in Japan!
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Before coming to Nanzan, I tried to keep my Japanese learning

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well rounded, but I found it difficult. At Nanzan, however, theCJS Class of 2022-2023

course activities and content is broad yet thorough, quick paced but
well taught, difficult while still being fun. The teachers are amazing
and are always seeking to help the students in any way, even withmaterial not specifically related to class (i.e., recommendations oneasy to understand Japanese books or movies). On top of this I havealso had many opportunities to speak with and become friends withstudy abroad students from countries such as Germany, England,
Switzerland, and many others.
If you are considering Nanzan’s Intensive Japanese Program, I
would highly recommend it. It will be difficult, but you will learn alot, and most importantly, have fun!