College Study Abroad Blog

Written by Miranda, Program Coordinator Hello! My name is Miranda, and I am a Program Coordinator here at CIEE Kyoto. My first experience in Japan was as an exchange student... keep reading

Written by Griffin Sibley When deciding where to study abroad, I wanted to challenge myself by living somewhere completely new. I also wanted a location that would give me the... keep reading

Written by Michiyo Ikemoto, Director of Operations What’s Your Aspiration? Why? There is a famous quote that asks: 　　　　　“If today were the last day of my life, would I want... keep reading

Written by David VanBrackle Hello! Konnichiwa! My name is David VanBrackle, and I was an intern in Kyoto, Japan for the HSSA program in 2025! My internship journey actually started... keep reading

Written by Seth Baker Studying abroad in Kyoto through CIEE was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. Before arriving in Japan, I expected beautiful temples, amazing food... keep reading

Written by Andi Patiware Metaragakusuma, Program Assistant About me Hi everyone! I’m so excited to finally introduce myself. Hi, I’m Kusuma, your Program Assistant. I officially joined the CIEE Kyoto... keep reading

Written by Rei, Program Assistant Hello! Thank you for visiting the CIEE Kyoto blog. My name is Rei, and I work as a College Program Assistant. I would like to... keep reading

Written by Reilly Baker When people talk about studying abroad, they usually focus on the places they visited, the food they tried, and the experiences they had. I expected my... keep reading

Some destinations come alive in the spring, while others feel calmer and more scenic. The difference isn’t just visual – it affects how you spend your time and what your... keep reading

Written by Liza First Impressions People have always told me that Japan is the best country in the world. I knew that it could be true, but I did not... keep reading

Written by Akiko Otani, Administrative Manager, CIEE Kyoto Japan is famous around the world for its anime and video games, and they are deeply connected to everyday life here. In... keep reading

Simply put, Japan is incredible. This captivating country is comprised of a dynamic culture, natural beauty, ancient history, modern advancements, and tons more, making it a fantastic study abroad location... keep reading

Textbook Japanese is great and all, but if you really want to impress the locals, you need to know Japanese slang terms. These aren’t the phrases you’ll learn in class... keep reading

If you’ve ever dreamed of ordering ramen like a pro, exploring ancient temples, or binge-watching anime without subtitles, studying Japanese in Japan is your next big adventure. With vibrant Tokyo... keep reading

Japan is an extraordinary country – one of the oldest in the world – and it will surprise and delight you at every turn. If you choose a Japan study... keep reading