Excursions to major German cities and visits to theater, opera and museums are included. Students are housed with German families. Group travel in Germany precedes study in Holzkirchen. Cultural activities and excursions are an integral part of the program. Students live with host families.
Cultural assignments supplement language instruction.
Students live with families. In this 5-week program, students explore contemporary Japanese society and culture, and study Japanese language. Taking advantage of Hiratsuka's strong sister-city relationship with Lawrence, Kansas, and its location on Sagami Bay near Tokyo, Kamakura, and Mt. Fuji, numerous excursions to public institutions, businesses, and scenic and cultural sites are planned. Also included in the package is a four day tour to Kyoto and a one week home stay. Knowledge of Japanese and previous course work on Japan are not required.