ISI Winter Program 2024

Held in Nagano, where you can experience the fun of winter in Japan! Enjoy studying Japanese while taking part in many different activities. We look forward to seeing you at Nagano campus, where you can immerse yourself in nature and Japan's rich history.

Inquiry

Applications to our winter program 2024 have now ended.
Thank you for all the applications.

【Japan Winter Fun!】Why choose ISI Winter Program?

Extensive Activities

【Study＆Trip】We offer many cultural experiences such as visiting wild landscapes, hot springs, samurai culture, historical sites and other sightseeing spots recommended for travelling. Let’s enjoy both Japanese learning and sightseeing.

International exchange events with Japanese & multinational students

There are many exchanges between Japanese students and international students at Nagano Campus. This is a great opportunity to make friends from around the world! Let's make a lot of memories through various cultural experiences and international exchange meetings.

Stay in a secure student dormitory

Accommodation arrangement in a student house is available (optional). There is a manager staying in the dormitory, so it is safe for first-time visitors to Japan. You can study Japanese naturally in an international environment where you can live alongside Japanese students and other students from various countries.

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Program Overview

Participation Age From 15 years old
Japanese course Learn practical Japanese through cultural experiences and everyday life
Class Size Up to 20
Level Introduction-Beginner/Intermediate level（CEFR：A1~B1)
Class Time 8:50～12:00 （Japan time）
*There are activities after Japanese lessons.

About the Program

Course Course Period Fees
A Jan 29th ー Feb 23rd, 2024（4 weeks） ￥260,000
B Jan 29th  ー Feb 10th, 2024（2 weeks) ￥140,000
C Feb 13th ー Feb 23rd, 2024（2 weeks） ￥140,000

What is included in the program fee

 

  • Admission fees, tuition fees, material fees, and facility fees
  • Extracurricular activities, admission tickets, transportation during extracurricular activities
  • Ski activity fees (ski rental fees, ski lesson fees, lift tickets, ski insurance).

 

What is NOT included in the program fee

 

  • Airline tickets
  • Overseas travel insurance
  • Accommodation fees
  • Airport transportation fees
  • Ski wear and gear (gloves, hats, etc.)
    *Please contact us in advance if you wish to rent ski wear.
    *Please note that gear cannot be rented, so please make sure you bring your own items.
  • Foods and drinks other than those provided in the program
  • Yukata (outfits cannot be taken home)
  • Activities done during your free time (entrance and transportation fees are at your own expense)
  • Invitation letter fee (for those who need an invitation document from our school for a Temporary Visitor Visa (Tourist Visa) application)
    *There are certain conditions for the invitation letters.
    Please contact us for more information.

 

Calendar

Course A (from Jan 29th to Feb 23rd: 4 weeks)

Course B (from Jan 29th to Feb 10th : 2 weeks)

Course C (from Feb 13th to Feb 23rd : 2 weeks)

*The school will be closed on national holidays. No classes or activities will be offered.（*Except February 23）
*Please be sure to purchase overseas travel insurance.
*Depending on the arrangement situation, activities and event dates are subject to change without prior notice.
*Activities may be canceled due to circumstances such as weather, unexpected disasters and traffic conditions.

Activities

The activities you can participate in vary depending on the course. We recommend course A where you can enjoy everything!

Course A Course B Course C
Skiing ✓ ✓ ✓
Meet up with Japanese local students ✓ ✓ ✓
SETSUBUN Experience (Traditional bean-throwing event) ✓ ✓
Karate Experience ✓ ✓
Zenkoji Temple sightseeing ✓ ✓
Visiting Azumino & Matsumoto ✓ ✓
Visiting Ueda Castle Town ✓ ✓
YUKATA-dressing Experience　+Traditional　Japanese Garden ✓ ✓
Jigokudani Monkey Park (Snow monkeys)＋Hokusai Museum ✓ ✓
Farewell Party　(TAKOYAKI party) ✓ ✓
Sightseeing in Karuizawa　+　Soba noodle making experience ✓ ✓

Skiing

February is a great time to ski in Japan. Nagano has several popular ski resorts and especially Hakuba is world-famous for its powder snow. Skiers say "You must try it first to understand how special it is". Ski lessons are available so you can participate no matter your level.

Meet up with Japanese local students　　

Enjoy a chance to meet with local high school students to learn about life in Nagano, what is popular in Japan and what Japanese schools are really like. Of course, you will also get to practice your Japanese language skills!

SETSUBUN Experience (Traditional bean-throwing event)

Setsubun means "parting of the seasons" and is a traditional event to ward off illnesses, disasters and other bad things that tend to occur at the turn of the seasons. It is said that if you throw beans at the 'ogres' and eat as many beans as your age, you will be safe and healthy. Let's throw beans at the demons for the happiness of you and those around you!

Karate Experience

Karate instructors teach you kata and kumite. Recommended for people who enjoy karate in their home country and would like to experience authentic karate in Japan. Experiencing karate in the country where it originated will be a valuable experience. It will definitely be more than just a "fun" experience.

Zenkoji Temple sightseeing

Zenkoji Temple boasts a history of around 1,400 years and has attracted many worshippers since ancient times as a 'once in a lifetime' place to visit. The temple enshrines Japan's oldest Buddhist statues and is known as one of the most powerful spots for good luck. Don't miss the main hall designated a national treasure!

Visiting Azumino & Matsumoto

Matsumoto Castle has been designated a national treasure and attracts many visitors with the beauty of its keep buildings and the exhibits inside the castle. You will be greeted by beautiful scenery that is sure to be a hit on social media.

Visiting Ueda Castle Town

Ueda Castle is one of the 100 best castles in Japan and a symbol of the city. Walk through the castle town that flourished around Ueda Castle. The townscape, where the history and culture built up by the Japanese people still live on, is perfect for a stroll. There are plenty of places to stop off, from long-established local gourmet restaurants to fashionable cafés.

YUKATA-dressing Experience　+Traditional　Japanese Garden

Let's wear a kimono and take part in a traditional tea ceremony. Through the windows of the tea room, you will enjoy the beautiful Japanese winter scenery. You will have a relaxing time, savouring tea and traditional Japanese sweets while gazing at the Japanese garden. It is truly a peaceful time.

Jigokudani Monkey Park (Snow monkeys)

Why not go and see the world's only monkeys bathing in hot springs? At the Jigokudani Monkey Park, where there is an open-air bath exclusively for monkeys (and monkeys seem to enjoy it!) . This is a great chance to observe wild monkeys so closely!

Hokusai Museum

Katsushika Hokusai was an ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period who influenced people from many different genres of art around the world. He called himself a "painting fanatic" and spent his last years in Nagano. The Hokusai Museum displays a number of valuable prints left by Hokusai and is a must-see for anyone who wants to experience a little bit of Japanese art!

Farewell Party　(TAKOYAKI party)

Takoyaki is a local dish consisting of octopus and condiments in a flour dough, cooked into 3-5 cm spheres. Nicknamed 'takopa', an essential part of Japanese home parties where everyone can enjoy making them together. Let's enjoy takopa together!

Sightseeing in Karuizawa　+　Soba noodle making experience

Karuizawa, known as one of the best resorts in Japan, is a popular tourist destination, where you can enjoy hot springs, shopping and leisure activities throughout the year. Make your own delicious SOBA (buckwheat) noodles there. It will surely be the best last memory of the program.

Voices of students who participated in the program at Nagano Campus

Accommodation (Optional)

Stay in a safe and comfortable student house where the manager is living on-site.  Live together with Japanese and multinational students!（5 minutes walk to school）

  • Select from single room or double room
  • Share kitchen, bath and toilet.
  • Meals not included
  • Bedding included
(Prices in JPY 
Room Total 2 weeks Total 4 weeks
Single ¥60,600 ¥101,200
Twin ¥48,000 ¥76,000
Price includes utilities and Internet fees.
4 weeks is equivalent to 28 days and 27 nights.

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Airport transfer arrangement (Optional)

When you arrive in Japan you can use the pick-up service from Haneda Airport to your destination. Please inform us of your flight information (arrival date, time, and flight number) at least 2 weeks prior to your arrival date.
Pick-up arrangements are available only for those whose flights arrive between 5:00 and 15:00.

(Prices in JPY)
Destination One way Pick-up method Details
School /
Student House		 ¥22,000 Shared taxi One suitcase is included in the price. If you bring more than 1, you will be charged 1,000 JPY. (Only one additional piece of luggage is allowed.)
* Shared-ride taxi may not be available due to infectious disease control measures.
* If you check in outside the designated dormitory check-in day, pick-up may not be arranged.
* If your flight changes, please contact us at least one week prior to arrival. Please note that we may not be able to make arrangements and no refunds will be made if we are notified after that time.

About ISI Nagano Campus

Join us at this international campus together with students from over 40 countries and regions around the world including Japanese students!

  • 100% job placement rate for graduates (Sufficient support system for students such as employment and part-time jobs!)
  • Vocational School authorized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

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What is the Nagano Campus like?

What is Nagano like?

Introducing the Nagano Campus dormitory

Teacher's interview

Let’s make many memories with students from all over the world! We look forward to seeing you all at the ISI Winter Program!

Introduction to Ueda City MAP of UEDA

Introduction to Ueda City MAP of UEDA

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