Experience Tohoku in Japan!
Learn Japanese. Discover Tohoku. Connect with People.
The Tohoku University Japanese Program (TUJP) is a short-term study program that combines intensive Japanese language education with cultural experiences, disaster prevention studies, and meaningful interaction with local Tohoku University students.
🔥 Important Notice: Application & Schedule
🚀 Winter 2 (Jan 14 – Jan 29, 2027) — Application Closing Soon! Deadline: October 31 (sat), 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST)
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Winter 1 (Dec 4 – Dec 21): October 23 (Fri), 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST) (Closed)
☀️ Summer Program 2027 Schedule:
・Summer 1: June 21 – July 6, 2027
・Summer 2: July 9 – August 5, 2027
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Why Choose TUJP?
🚄 Access Only 1.5 hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen
🎓 University Study at one of Japan's leading national universities
🤝 Buddy Program Learn with local Tohoku University students
🌏 Experience Language, culture, field trips, and real-life learning
Location
Only 1.5 Hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen
Located in Sendai, Tohoku University offers an ideal study environment with convenient access from Tokyo, rich nature, and authentic Japanese culture.
Winter 1 December 4 – December 21, 2026
Winter 2 January 14 – January 29, 2027
Program Flyer (Winter)
Download our latest program flyer to check the details of TUJP Winter 2026–2027. Feel free to share it with your friends or home institution!
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🇯🇵 Intensive Japanese Language Classes
🌸 Japanese Culture & Society
🛡️ Disaster Prevention Studies
🚌 Field Trips
🤝 Buddy Program with Tohoku University Students
✅ Applicants are required to take the TUJP Japanese Placement Test before joining the program.
📝 Process Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at one of our partner institutions at the time of the program.
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Application Deadline:
Winter 1: October 23 (Fri), 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST) (Closed)
Winter 2: November 24 (Tue), 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST) (Closing Soon!)
🛂 Visa Information Do you need a visa to enter Japan? Check visa requirements and procedures in advance.
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🏠 Accommodation Options Participants are required to arrange their own housing. Check recommended accommodations in Sendai.
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Winter Program (2 weeks) JPY 115,000
Contact
Questions? We're here to help.
TUJP Office
Tohoku University Global Learning Center
41 Kawauchi, Aoba-ku,
Sendai, Miyagi 980-8576, Japan
✉ Email: tujp@grp.tohoku.ac.jp
