Summer Camp in Japan 2027 | Session 2
Session 2 | July 14 – August 4, 2027
Summer Campin JapanThree Weeks in Japan. Memories and Friendships for a Lifetime.
Spend three unforgettable weeks exploring Japan, experiencing its culture, connecting with Japanese students, and making a difference through community service.
From Tokyo and Kyoto to Mt. Fuji and beyond, explore, connect, contribute, and grow.
Dates
August 2, 2026 – August 11, 2026
(10 days)
Age Range
Ages 14-19
No Japanese required
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Visit various places
Accommodation
Dormitory
National Olympic Memorial Youth Center
Language: English
Program Fee
$2,000
$2,400
→ $2,000
Apply & pay in full by January 31, 2026, to receive this discount.
*Flights and insurance not included
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Explore Summer Camp in Japan 2027 | Session 1: June 22 – July 13 →Only Ayusa!
What Makes This Program Unique
Experience Japan beyond sightseeing through cultural immersion, hands on activities, meaningful connections with Japanese students, and opportunities to give back to the local community.
Explore Japan together, share cultures, contribute through meaningful experiences, and collaborate on projects like the Kizuna Natsu Matsuri while building confidence, a global perspective, and friendships that last beyond the summer.
Experience Japan With Japanese Students
Not just sightseeing and not just a classroom. Spend meaningful time with Japanese students as you explore, exchange cultures, and experience Japan together.
Be Part of the Experience
You are not just a participant. You help shape the program. Work alongside Japanese students to plan and host the Kizuna Natsu Matsuri, turning your ideas into a real international event.
Explore With Purpose
Discover Japan from Tokyo and Kyoto to Mt. Fuji and Kamakura while going beyond sightseeing through local culture, language, and meaningful experiences such as a Beach Cleanup Volunteer Activity.
About the Program
More Than a Trip. A Summer to Experience Japan.
Summer Camp in Japan is a three week international program for high school students who want to experience Japan beyond the typical tourist experience.
Participants explore Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mt. Fuji, and more while learning Japanese, experiencing local culture, connecting with Japanese students, and giving back through community activities such as a beach cleanup.
Through cultural exchange, hands on experiences, travel, and collaborative projects like the Kizuna Natsu Matsuri, students build confidence, independence, communication skills, and a broader global perspective.
All of this takes place in a safe and supportive environment, with experienced staff supporting participants throughout your journey in Japan.
Program Highlights
Six Pillars of Your Japan Experience
Explore Japan
Discover Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Yokohama, and more through unforgettable trips and local experiences.
Connect with Japanese Students
Spend meaningful time with local students, explore together, share cultures, and build genuine friendships beyond borders.
Experience Japanese Culture
Go beyond sightseeing with hands on experiences including yukata, Japanese cooking, calligraphy, language, and local traditions.
Create Something Together
Work side by side with Japanese students to plan and host the Kizuna Natsu Matsuri, bringing your ideas and cultures together in a real international festival.
Make a Positive Impact
Give back through a Beach Cleanup Volunteer Activity and experience how small actions can make a meaningful difference in the local community and environment.
Grow Beyond Your Comfort Zone
Navigate a new culture, communicate across language barriers, take on new challenges, and return home with greater confidence, independence, and a broader global perspective.
Program Fee
Program Fee
$2,000
$2,400
→ $2,000
Apply & pay in full by January 31, 2026, to receive this discount.
Fee includes:
- Housing
- Breakfast (most days)
- Global Environmental Camp
- Japanese language classes
- Buddy program
- Volunteer activity
- Attractive sightseeing
- Cultural activities
- Local transportation
- 24-hour supervision
Please note: Locations and activities are subject to change.
The Big Event
Kizuna Natsu Matsuri
International Summer Festival | August 1, 2027
This is not simply an event you attend. You help create it.
International and Japanese students work together throughout the program to plan and host their own international summer festival.
From ideas and activities to booths, games, decorations, and event preparation, participants bring their creativity and cultures together to create something as one international team.
Learning Outcomes
By the End of the Program, Participants Will:
Build Confidence and Independence
Gain confidence navigating a new culture, adapting to unfamiliar situations, and taking on new challenges with greater independence.
Develop a Global Perspective
Gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, community, and values while learning to appreciate different perspectives and ways of life.
Strengthen Communication and Collaboration Skills
Learn to communicate across cultures, share ideas, and work toward common goals through cultural exchange, community activities, and collaborative projects with Japanese and international students.
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