Welcome Ceremony Jul 27th(Sun)

Chief: Hidetaka Hosohata

It's the first day thatthe exchange students and IIR students can meet each other. We can be friends at this ceremony and also know each other's cultures. Let's join the welcome ceremony and make a good start of this summer program!

Sightseeing Day Jul 28th (Mon)

Chief: Teruyuki Morino
First, we are going visit Meiji Jingu(Meiji Shrine) The Emperor Meiji is deified there. There is no religious meaning to go there. We hope all ES to see what is one of the most famous Japanese shrine is like. Ifll be glad if you feel the atmosphere at the shrine. One more thing to check is the people who are dressing up as a favorite character from comic, etc. That is one of Japanese subculture. Second, we walk through the gTakeshita Streeth which is famous and popular to younger people. Third, we are going to eat Okonomiyaki and Monjayaki at the casual restaurant. These are kinds of traditional Japanese dishes. You can eat as possible as you can. Forth, we are going to Roppongi to go to the Suntory museum to see exhibition of gKosodeh which is a kind of traditional Japanese clothes. Finally, we are going to another museum(The National Art Center Tokyo) to see exhibition of Kanji. It will be great pleasure if you enjoy our day!!

CrossCulture Day Jul 29th (Tue)

Chief: Sachiko Nakajima
@ Hi this is gCross-cultural Dayh!! Wefre going to learn and talk about cultures of each exchange students. We prepare two topics for discussion, first: how the image of one country different from the image other countries have. As for Japan, most of the foreigners make images of traditional temples or shrines, sometimes the ancient people, Samurai. But the true image of modern Japan is not like that. Secondly, wefll discuss the perspectives toward love and marriage. Also, we do offer you an opportunity to see the Japanese traditional sports and art. As sports, youfll have chance to see Aiki-do and Kyu-do which are one of the traditional sports. Japanese famous and popular play, Kabuki, is possible to enjoy on this day!! Wefre really looking forward to see you all and talk a lot with us!! We do offer you a spectacular dayc

Summer Camp Jul 30th(Wed) - Aug 1st(Fri)

Chief: Hirotaka Tomiyoshi
Do you like climbing? We will climb Mt. Fuji on summer trip. Mt. Fuji is the highest in Japan, and also symbol of Japan. Itfs true that it is hard to climb Mt. Fuji. But, the view from the top of Mt. Fuji is very very wonderful! After that, we will go to Fuji-Kyu Highland which is a famous amusement park. Letfs enjoy with us! We are looking forward to seeing you!

Political Day Aug 4th (Mon)

Chief: Tatsuhiro Nagatsuka
One of the fascinations of the Political Day is that we can enjoy our fill of Japanese politics. In the morning, we will visit the National Diet of Japan. Then in the afternoon, we will visit the Yasukuni Shrine. The National Diet of Japan is not only known for determining policies, but also for its impressive architecture. Since it is uneasy to obtain an entering permission for personal visits, it will sure be a valuable experience to see the House of Representatives. Yasukuni Shrine is a spot which takes diplomatic issues of Japan. It is a shrine that was established to commemorate and honour the achievement of those who died in wars. By visiting these two places, we hope that you will have a clear understanding of Japanese politics and Eastern Asian diplomatic issues. Please look forward to it!

Beach Day Aug 5th(Tue)

Chief: Syun Ishihara
We have a day program called "BEACH DAY"and this year we go to Kugenuma coast which is one of the most famous beach in Japan. It is said that nearly 1 miilion people visit and enjoy the beach for one season. The main event is BBQ but we are also planning to play beach volley-ball, Sumo on the beach, watermelon smashing, and so on. Also we have some events for ladies who do not want to be sunburned!!! Therefore the day is designed for everyone and I am sure that you can feel and have the best memory of Japan Summer!!!

Cooking Day Aug 6th (Wed)

Chief: Kasumi Hasegawa
@On this day, we will hold Olympicooking 2008 in Jiyugaoka. We can understand each countryfs culture through cooking. We are going to cook in the morning, and after eating, we are going to play Japanese traditional games. Moreover, in the evening, you can enjoy a party on the ship! I am looking forward you to enjoy all these activities.

Company Visiting Aug 7th (Thur)

Chief: Masatoshi Murata

traditional Day Aug 8th (Fri)

Chief: Yuichi Iwanaga