Graduated from Takadanobaba Campus
Toyo University
Entered Department of International Economics, Faculty of International Economics
Why did you decide to study in Japan?
I had always been interested in the Japanese language and culture, and initially participated in extracurricular classes to learn Japanese in my home country. With the support of my parents, I later went to Japan to study.
How is your college life now?
Currently, I attend Toyo University's Hakusan Campus, where I mainly take basic economics courses. The university also offers English classes. While I find it challenging to learn English in Japanese, at the same time I see it as a chance to improve both my English and Japanese and intend to do my best.
The university has a part time job placement office and I hope to be introduced to a part time job there in the near future. Other than that, there are many on-campus clubs and Japanese language exchange events for international students.
What is the appeal of Toyo University?
It is the presence of professors with top achievements in their respective fields. In classes, there are classes not only taught by professors of Toyo University, but also by professors teaching at other universities such as the University of Tokyo, University of Tsukuba, and Sophia University, allowing students to come into contact with a wide range of knowledge. In addition, students can choose classes across faculties, and I have chosen to take classes in social thought in the Philosophy and Literature Departments.
What are some of the things you have to adapt to in your university life, especially as an international student?
Interaction with Japanese students is important. Many international students come from Japanese language schools, so even if they have interacted with Japanese language teachers, they may not have much experience interacting with Japanese students of the same generation. I think it is important to take the time to integrate into the circle of Japanese people of the same generation.
How did you feel about your own college entrance exam?
I prepared for the EJU first and then started my university research; EJU scores make up about 50% of the preparation for the exam, and the rest is interview and document preparation.
What are your plans for the future?
After completing my undergraduate degree, I plan to go on to graduate school, and after that, I plan to find a job in Japan.
