Jonathan Sæthre Ege (Norway / 2023 & 2024)

“I am going back to Japan”

Maybe you are shy or do not know what to talk about. I strongly urge you to try even if this is the case. People want to get to know you, but they might struggle with the same things as you. What I am getting at is that I really hope that if you attend this program, you push yourself and you try new things. It will only add positively to your and everyone else's experience.

Laurent Neumann (Luxembourg / 2023)

“Immerse yourself into a different way of life”

Instead of only going around and seeing the touristy stuff in Tokyo, this program allowed me to full on experience all the wonders of everyday life in Japan and make life-long friends. Going in to this, I have already reached a certain level of Japanese, where I was somewhat able to communicate and have a basic conversation, since I had already been learning Japanese for 3 years at the time, and yet it was shocking to realize by just how much more comfortable I've gotten with Japanese over the 3 weeks in Japan! On an unexpected note, my speaking in English has also gotten considerably better (I'm not a native English speaker), as I got to use English every day as well.

Anni Aikio (Finland / 2023)

“Once-in-a-lifetime experience”

World Campus was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I don't regret. I was a bit nervous coming on the program, although one of the staff members was my fellow university student, but as a more introverted person the full time socializing aspect made me skeptical. But turned out it was not a problem and it really surprised me how much I got from the program even as a more reserved person! All the staff members were kind and helpful and the other participants were all very fun and happy to meet me too. I felt like I could always be myself there.

Fuka Reale (United States / 2022 & 2023)

“An experience of a lifetime”

I recommend this program to anyone who is interested in learning about Japanese traditions, culture, history, and of course the best part of it all... the food! I'm also grateful for the friendships I've made with people from other countries and I will treasure these relationships. If you are considering joining, I would say be open minded, vulnerable and willing to step outside of your comfort zone!! It’s worth it!

Alex Polk (USA | Alumnus Summer 2012)

The top two reasons that WCJ was great for me are the convenient logistics as well as the opportunity to bond with other students from different countries. I was able to be totally immersed and out of my comfort zone in Japan even for a relatively short stay. It also offered me the ability to explore an entirely different culture amongst participants from various countries. I learned more about Japan in one week than I had my entire life.

Sami Batescoff (Israel | Alumnus Summer 2017)

Visiting Japan is very different from experiencing it: Through World Campus - Japan I got to actually experience Japan. The program is a great boundary breaker between foreigners and the Japanese. Through the program I met many new people and established new family members!
                                                                                                                                                                       

Sabine Boom (The Netherlands | Alumna Summer 2017)

After spending an amazing 3 week session with this program in 2016, it was a no-brainer for me to join all 3 sessions in 2017 too. I learned so much about Japan. The families and communities are so welcoming and fun! You do everything with a group of people from all around the world, getting closer with them in 3 weeks than you'd ever expect.
                                                                                                        

Rianne de Rijke (The Netherlands | Alumna Summer 2012)

I have participated in the World Campus - Japan program three times now. I love that we can experience Japanese culture by going into the school and taking part in community activities. Being among people from many countries and living with host families, I pick up new skills every time I participate and I feel like a better person when I go home again.
                                                                                                    

Sauche Eiland (USA | Alumna Summer 2014)

Joining WCI has been a life-changing journey I will treasure for life. Whether it is interacting with Japanese elementary kids or having discussions with politicians and majors, everyday expands ones social circles and cultural understanding. If one is looking for adventure, cultural insight, and fun, then World Campus International is the answer.
                                                                                                    

Ellis Jones (UK | Alumnus Summer 2014)

I’ve been interested in visiting Japan and experience its culture for years. However, I knew that visiting as a tourist would not let me experience the real Japan. WCI has given me the opportunity to try out lots of exciting activities, such as participating in a real tea ceremony and visiting one of Japan’s famous katana swordsmiths. If you are going to Japan next summer, be sure to check out WCI!
                                                                                                    

Aimee Morales (USA | Alumna Summer 2016)

I couldn’t be happier with my choice to join World Campus. Learning about Japan and its wonderful history was an experience of a lifetime. Each activity we did was new to me and I enjoyed every bit of it. In the program your host families become part of your real family in just one week. I made many new friends I couldn’t have without joining this program and I learned a lot by stepping out of my comfort zone and try new things.

Isak Odén (Sweden | Alumnus Summer 2016)

In World Campus - Japan you will be able to experience parts of Japanese culture and life which you would never be able to unless you were a native. It is an amazing experience for all those who are interested in Japanese culture or if you want to experience something unique with people from all over the world.