Japanese Language

Overview
Accommodation
Remarks - Please read marks as well.

Overview

Regarding our short term study abroad programs, please visit website for more details.

Introduction

Ritsumeikan University has programs for undergraduate or graduate students with minimal knowledge of the Japanese language, providing a comprehensive introduction to Japanese language and culture. Ritsumeikan Summer Japanese Program (RSJP) and Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program (RWJP) are the five weeks programs, while Ritsumeikan Summer Japanese Program Express (RSJP Express) and Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program Express (RWJP Express) are the two weeks intensive programs.

All those programs are consisting of two major subjects. Participants are enrolled in an intensive Japanese language class which provides them with a thorough introduction to the language. Students also participate in Japan Studies classes to learn about Japanese culture and take part in fieldwork excursions.

Program Schedule

Program	Starts	Ends	Fee	Term
2025 RSJP	June 17, 2025	July 18, 2025	JPY339,000+Housing	5 weeks
2025 RSJP Express	July 24, 2025	August 05, 2025	JPY143,200+Housing	2 weeks
2026 RWJP	TBA	TBA	JPY339,000+Housing	5 weeks
2026 RWJP Express	TBA	TBA	JPY143,200+Housing	2 weeks

Starting in 2025, RSJP1 and RSJP2 have been merged into a single program, RSJP. As a result, the summer sessions will now include only RSJP and RSJP Express.

Japanese Language Class

RSJP and RWJP: 3,450 min (50 min x 3 class x 23 days)
RSJP/RWJP Express: 1,350 min (50 min x 3 class x 9 days)

Program	Class Hours	Day	Time
RSJP, RWJP	50 min x 3 x 23 days	Mon-Fri	9:00-11:50
RSJP/RWJP Express	50 min x 3 x 9 days	Mon-Fri	9:00-11:50

Japan Studies

RSJP and RWJP: 990 min (90 min x 11 days)

RSJP/RWJP Express: 360 min (90 min x 4 days)

Scenes from our Japan Studies. You will have 90 min long Japan Studies classes during the program as above.

Some events may not be available for your program. Pictures are from past programs.

Remarks - Please read

"N1" holders are NOT able to participate in RSJP/RWJP and RSJP/RWJP Express.

Health Check

All students are required to submit "Health Certificate Form for International Students, Ritsumeikan University" signed by a health care provider or a physician. If you have any ongoing care/treatment, you should have details on the "Medical Information & Certificate" with your doctor's note including sentences that approve your participation for this program with your application form. Please note that it will be your own expense to complete the form.

International House(IH) TAISHOGUN

IH Taishogun is not a hotel but one of Ritsumeikan University’s research and educational facilities. Students must follow the facility regulations and adhere to the designated schedule. Failure to comply will result in loss of access. Arrival and departure dates and times are fixed. If students do not meet these conditions, they must arrange their own accommodation.

Location: IH Taishogun is a 10-minute walk from Ritsumeikan University's Kinugasa Campus where RSJP/RSJP Express will be held.
Room Arrangement:
- Students will stay in gender-segregated rooms, with up to four people per room (2 bunk beds).
- Room assignments are determined by Ritsumeikan University and cannot be changed.
- The facility has a total of 12 rooms available.
Shared Facilities:
- Shared kitchen
- Shared restrooms
- Shared shower rooms
Application Process:
- Facility use at IH Taishogun will be assigned in the order of complete submission of all required documents.
- Required documents include a valid passport and a health certificate.
- The health certificate must be fully completed and signed by a physician.
- Advance reservations are not available.
Alternative Lodging: If IH Taishogun is fully booked or if you prefer external lodging, please arrange a hotel or other lodging at your own expense and responsibility.
Usage Fee:
- The usage fee for IH Taishogun is currently under reconsideration by the management department based on government regulations and other relevant factors.
- The displayed fee represents the expected maximum amount and will not exceed this value.
- If a reduction occurs, a refund will be provided in Japanese yen, either in cash or via bank transfer, after the program starts.

	RSJP	RSJP Express
Arrival Date	Mon, June 16, 2025	Wed, July 23, 2025
Time Frame	To be announced	To be announced
Departure Date	Sat, July 19, 2025	Wed, Aug 06, 2025
Time Frame	To be announced	To be announced
Usage Fee	JPY 88,000	JPY 40,500

How to Apply

Step 1

Confirm the following requirements.

(1) Students must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student during the program. To prove their enrollment, students will need to submit their academic transcript and enrollment status certificate.
(2) Students must have the ability to communicate in English or in basic Japanese. Japan Studies classes will be conducted in either Japanese or English. Therefore, students must be capable of comprehending lectures in one of these languages.
(3) Students must be able to recognize hiragana and katakana before the commencement of the program. Having at least of a minimum knowledge of hiragana and katakana will make their study in the short-term program more meaningful and effective.

Step 2

Prepare the required documents and complete the application online.

Required documents:

(1) Official certificate of enrollment and most recent official academic transcript from the institution the student is currently attending.
(2) Photocopy of the information pages of the student’s passport. The passport number and period of validity must be shown clearly.
(3) Completed health check form （Ritsumeikan University format).
(4) Your handwritten essays in Japanese.
(5) Letter of consent.

Procedure

(a) Online Application -> Please visit our online registration site.
(b) Prepare and upload all the required documents.

Please note: You need to complete (a) and (b) to apply for each program.

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