It should be remembered that in winter, although outside temperatures rarely dip below freezing, most homes and some public buildings do not have central heating. For summer, light-weight cottons in pastel colors are most comfortable. Polyester fabrics are not recommended, because of the high humidity. Considering the Japanese custom of removing shoes before entering homes, temples, dressing rooms, etc., slip-on shoes may be the most convenient. Warm, soft-soled slippers for indoor wear are recommended.
Japanese food is the norm, of course.
Students should also be aware that vegetarian lifestyles are very rare in Japan, and that most Japanese cuisine incorporates some variety of fish or meat. Japanese law requires all exchange students and international students to apply for this permission to the immigration office through the host university in Japan. Engaging in any part-time employment without this permission may result in deportation from Japan. Also, Kwansei Gakuin prohibits exchange students from engaging in any part-time employment for the first 2 months of their stay. They are advised to bring funds in U.S. dollars or Japanese yen traveler fs checks to transact this business.