In Japan, I found myself undone, piece by piece, not by the city’s skyline on its endless rows of temples, but by something older, quieter: its history. Living here uncovered so much truth and knowledge of how this country had been stitched together with the threads of all it had lost.
After months of preparation and paperwork, all that remained was to pack my bags and board the plane. Eleven hours in the air — along with the inevitable jet lag … Continue Reading Global Exchange in Osaka University, Japan
I don’t really like taking photos of myself, so you won’t see my face in any of these photos. However, a majority of the photos I have taken are either food or sceneries, which I consider to be beautiful to look at.
Because I study in FEIT (Faculty of Engineering & IT), there are not too many options to take direct equivalents overseas, so I am using my free electives to take … Continue Reading Academic Life in Japan
New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant recipients from Spring 2023 and Autumn 2024
TIP: I recommend keyword searching [Command F] for specific topics in this blog because I go in depth about many things 🙂 Hi guys, it’s Maya! You may have already … Continue Reading 初めまして (Nice to meet you)
Study life I am currently an exchange student at Chuo University in Tokyo, Japan where I am studying law. I am doing 6 law subjects, which is the equivalent of … Continue Reading Chuo University, Japan
My time at Sophia university has so far been the most valuable experience of my adult life. Firstly, it is an international university and is very English friendly. This may … Continue Reading Sophia University, Japan – Global Exchange
I had an awesome time in Japan through the Mitsui and Co immersion program. We learned about a wide range of Mitsui’s operations, business units, staff and relationships with Australia, … Continue Reading Mitsui and Co, Japan
Unlike many global exchange students, my journey to Sophia University in Tokyo was not one I had originally envisioned. Initially set on completing a full year’s study abroad in Beijing, … Continue Reading Navigating Adventure and Academics in Tokyo: Sophia University
Hey! My name is Will, I am in my third year at UTS and am on a global exchange at Osaka University for the next 6 months. What a hectic … Continue Reading Embracing Osaka
My first week in Japan was daunting and overwhelming. Entering and experiencing a level of culture shock that I didn’t know was possible, took me over. I had to spend … Continue Reading Fine tea and traditional comedy sketches in Japan
Hi everyone! My name is Rebecca and I’m currently studying a combined Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Bachelor of International Studies! Here’s a quick 3 month check in … Continue Reading Ochanomizu University, Japan
I am currently studying abroad at Kumamoto University in Japan as part of the STEP program. As part of this program, I am taking a range of classes, including Japanese … Continue Reading Say ‘Konnichiwa’ to Kumamoto
I am currently enrolled in the Law Faculty at Chuo University. Chuo University began as a law school and remains a highly ranked law school in Japan. As a law … Continue Reading Life as an Exchange Student at Chuo University
Japan, the place I had wanted to visit for years, I’ve finally gone and seen it! This was the first time I had been in a different country alone, so … Continue Reading One summer day in Yukata in Tokyo