October 7th - October 25th
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Immerse yourself with the first school in the Japanese countryside – AKITA INAKA SCHOOL!
Study conversational Japanese in the morning and explore the beautiful Akita inaka (countryside) after classes. Many activities together with the locals, teachers, and high school students, which no other school can offer.
The course has been designed to connect culture, language and experience, with a focus on practical conversation and interactions with locals. Mini culture lessons are also included in the curriculum, so you can truly make the most our of your time in Japan.
You will discover the real Japan and things you would never be able to experience in a big city! Hand-made crafts, local specialty food, and the friendly locals will change your life.
Originally a local primary school, the building has been repurposed as a community center. The upstairs classrooms have been untouched, meaning you can immerse yourself like you are in a real-life anime or manga.
Rediscover the simple things in life by immersing yourself in the beautiful nature that surrounds the school, and by gazing at the impeccable stars above.
You will be using your Japanese in day to day life, unlike in the other parts of Japan where English is prevalent.
Since only 1% of tourists visit Northern Japan, it is truly a special experience like no other.
The biggest festival of famous local food - Kiritampo. Its held in Odate and except for Kiritanpo, there are many food stalls and attractions prepared by locals. 
Participate in local traditional tea ceremony while wearing kimono in the old samurai house 
Spend a night with locals in their home, cook together delicious dinner using local ingredients, and improve your Japanese. You will be taken to the local onsen (hot spring) before cooking the dinner, and tasting local sake that is famous in Japan for being one of the best. In the morning, the owner will prepare traditional breakfast using fresh seasonal ingredients. 
Enjoy a chance to meet with local high school students to learn about what it's like living in Akita and going to school in Japan. Of course, you'll also get to practice your Japanese skills! 
Fruit is considered a delicacy in Japan with land being scarce but that means it's really something special. Join us for a day in the countryside to pick and most importantly eat, some tasty seasonal fruit. 
Surely you've heard of Japanese bento lunches, and you'll get to try out making your own wooden bento box made from Japanese cedar wood. A local artisan will show you how it's done and you'll have a great souvenir to bring home! 
Create your own unique pottery at a local pottery studio. 
Learn from the master calligraphy teacher to write beautiful kanji using washi paper and brushes with ink that Japanese people are using for the art of calligraphy! 
We're sure you've heard of karaoke, but have you experienced Japanese style karaoke? In a private booth for your group, two microphones taking it in turns singing along to your favourite songs. If you're brave enough, why not whip out those Japanese songs you know to impress your new friends? 
Meet adorable and famous Akita Inu dogs and play with them together with the local students. 
You will be taken to the hot springs that only locals know! You will also be able to see all other onsens. 
Archery or 'Kyudo' is harder than it looks. Can you shoot straight or will you 'quiver' in your boots trying out this ancient samurai martial art? The list of activities are examples of what have been included in the past and the confirmed activity list will be released 30 days before the course starts. You can expect to have at least 4 activities per week. Please note that a 50% deposit payment is required by this school to secure your spot on the course. The deposit will be discounted from the total cost. Once the deposit has been paid and you have completed your application, the school will review your application and confirm whether or not you have been accepted into the program. Please note you will be required to purchase travel insurance that covers minimum $50,000 in hospital expenses in case of any accident and provide proof of coverage prior to arrival.
NOTE: Costs of this trip are in ¥.
Due to possible delay of exchange rate update, prices in various currencies are for reference only.
Total
Application Fee (pay now)225000¥
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