1. Campus Facilities

Participants in the program are free to use all the university facilities and equipment, including the computers in the designated computer rooms.  The offices of the Japanese Language Institute and International Studies and Exchange are located in the Communication Plaza (established in July 2003) which has numerous educational resources (including PCs and classrooms) as well as a number of multi-purpose open spaces that can be used by students for either their study or social needs.  Other facilities open to students include the University Library, Multimedia Learning Center, University Clinic, and University Gymnasium.  These facilities may be accessed during the hours designated for general student use.  For further information regarding these facilities and their locations, please view our interactive campus map.

2. Student Services

While JLI students have spare time to relax and experience Japan through travel etc, there are student services dedicated to promoting the lifestyle and cultural experiences of JLI students as well as facilitating academic support while they are at NUFS.  The following services are provided by the University for international students:

1) The Japanese Language Institute Office (JLI Office) provides academic support for JLI Students.  This includes the issuance of grades, transcripts, and certificates of completion to students�f host institutions.  Moreover, in a continuing effort to foster the cultural experience of JLI students, the JLI Office staff host a set of culture workshops including fieldtrips, study tours, performances, guest lectures, and workshops for JLI students.

2) The Office of International Studies and Exchange (OISE) deals with matters related to housing, scholarships, student visas, international student exchange, facilitation of medical support for students, and other miscellaneous issues.  The OISE staff is dedicated to offering daily support to JLI students, promoting their lifestyle, and offering them a safe, comfortable living environment in Japan.

3. Meals

Meals are not provided at international student accommodations.  However, international students may use the kitchen facilities at these accommodations to prepare their own meals.  In addition, students may eat three meals a day at the dinning halls on campus on weekdays.  (The campus dining halls are not usually open on weekends.)  There are many restaurants and other dining facilities within easy walking distance of the above-mentioned accommodations, and there is a major supermarket just two minutes away.

4. Interaction with Japanese Students

Interaction with Japanese students is one of the highlights of our program.  There are numerous social/cultural activities planned for both Japanese and international students, including language lounges and parties.  International students also have a chance to take classes together with Japanese students through Japanese Studies Courses.  In addition, there is a wide range of university student club activities in which JLI students are free to participate.

5. Interaction with Local Residents

JLI students will not only have the chance to interact with Japanese students and take advantage of our facilities and clubs at NUFS, but will also have the opportunity to interact with the local community.  Local International Associations promote activities in which JLI students may participate, including festivals, traditional arts, and international exchanges with local school children.  NUFS co hosts a Local Residents Exchange Party with these International Associations every semester, in which information about local activities and weekend home-stays/visits is distributed.  Local Residents Exchange Parties also give JLI students a forum in which they may present their own culture to the local Japanese community.  While we must regret to announce that we are unable to offer home-stay arrangements for JLI students, in order to cultivate a more prosperous exchange experience, NUFS facilitates student access to International Associations which in turn are able to provide students with connections to the local community and families willing to offer weekend home-stay experiences to students.