Travel to Japan!Learn about Japanese culture and experience workplace life

In recent years, the depreciation of the Japanese yen and Japan’s active promotion in Taiwan have led to a significant increase in both travelers and students heading there for further studies. The close tourism and cultural ties between Taiwan and Japan, along with advantages such as easy access to information and proximity, have contributed to a boom in study abroad programs in Northeast Asia. The similar culture means there are almost no adaptation issues when it comes to lifestyle habits, teaching styles, or food. In addition to language learning, students can also engage in other cultural and informational exchanges.

Although the working holiday visa to Japan does not require a Japanese language proficiency test, having a certain level of Japanese is essential if you want to support your stay through part-time work. It is recommended to first attend a short-term language school to build a basic foundation in the language and increase your chances of finding a job.

Aside from the working holiday option, many people also go to Japan to study purely for the purpose of learning Japanese. Language schools in Japan can generally be divided into two types: Japanese language schools and language centers affiliated with universities or vocational schools. Japanese language schools focus primarily on professional Japanese education. They are usually small in scale, with less distinctive facilities, and offer small classes of around 15 students. They place a strong emphasis on educational counseling and life guidance, and their fees are typically lower than those of university-affiliated language centers. Language centers affiliated with various academic institutions allow students to share all facilities and resources with the university or vocational school, providing more opportunities to interact with Japanese students and improve listening and speaking skills through communication.

Of course, among those traveling to Japan for long- or short-term study, many come for academic or career advancement, some for higher degrees, and others for professional development. Many prestigious Japanese universities, led by the University of Tokyo, are internationally ranked due to their historical background, excellent faculty, and well-equipped facilities, making them popular choices for students worldwide. In addition, Japan’s vocational schools for in-service training are known for their solid curricula. Although the “Diploma of Specialized Studies” awarded by these schools does not have an equivalent in Taiwan, tens of thousands of people still attend each year to gain specialized skills.

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