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Shinagawa Internation School (SIS) is an officially authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. SIS is a part of a group of quality schools, committed to developing knowledgeable, caring young people who will be ready to negotiate their futures successfully and make contributions resulting in a more harmonious and peaceful world. Being an IB World School is an ongoing culmination of a tremendous amount of work on the part of our IB Coordinator, a team of dedicated faculty and staff, and a supportive Board and administrative team. We believe that the IB PYP program helps us strengthen our faculty, improve our standards, and, most importantly, challenge our students at every grade level giving them the vision, support, materials, and quality of teaching they need to be global citizens in their communities and beyond. As an IB World School, Shinagawa Internation School (SIS) is committed to the professional development of teachers and looks forward to joining in IB global network, where we will find collaborators and a dynamic network of professionals committed to best practices in teaching students and in sharing those practices. Our vision is to foster passionate, independent, highly motivated learners who actively contribute to world peace. Our mission is to provide a multicultural learning community that nurtures a passion for academic, social, and personal success. At Shinagawa International School (SIS) we are pleased to be offering a Summer School program for 4 weeks (9th July – 3rd August). Our program offers an excellent opportunity for students to enjoy fun and exciting activities in the educationally stimulating environment of Shinagawa International School (SIS). It is also a great chance for new and potential students to get acclimatized to the school environment and facilities as well as meet and work with members of the teaching and administrative staff. As Summer School days are timetabled at a similar pace to regular term-time school days at SIS this allows new students to get used to the feel of normal Shinagawa International School (SIS) school day, which puts them in an excellent position ready to learn with their new peers at the beginning of the academic year. SIS-Tokyo’s Summer School runs for 4 weeks, with each week being a separate topic. During the week children will have the opportunity to participate in games, drama activities, group projects, and other activities thematically linked to that week’s topic. Also, on the Friday of each given week, all SIS‘s Summer School groups will go on a group excursion out of the school to a park, a factory, etc which is also linked to the activities they have been working on. This should be a fun way to complete a given topic, and also serves to allow children to make a close link with the themes they have been studying on the school premises. Students at Shinagawa International School have the right to learn in a safe and respectful learning environment. They are encouraged to care for each other and strive for the very best that they can achieve. Positive and clear guidelines for behavior management help our community to thrive and help the children in our care to realize their potential. Behavior management at SIS is the responsibility of the whole school community. This is reflected in a policy that clearly outlines the roles, expectations, and consequences of behavior at the school. Parents, teachers, and students are involved in the process of developing and implementing the framework. All classes (except for Japanese class) will be conducted in English thus, students will need sufficient English ability to keep up with class instruction. However, ESL (English as a Second Language) instruction will be available. Fire, earthquake, and lockdown drills are held regularly throughout the year. The low student-teacher ratio contributes to close care and quick response during accidents! View full school

Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (TUMSAT) was established in October 2003 through the Integration of Tokyo University of Mercantile Marine and Tokyo University of Fisheries. This year marks the 13th anniversary of TUMSAT. The Mitsubishi Nautical School, the predecessor of the former Tokyo University of Mercantile Marine, was founded by Yataro Iwasaki, the Mitsubishi Group founder, in 1875 and celebrated its 140th-anniversary last year. The former Tokyo University of Fisheries also has a long history, as its predecessor, the Japan Fisheries Association's Fisheries Training School, was established in 1888. Inheriting these two academic organizations' unique traditions, TUMSAT plays a leading role in the continuing development of Japan as a maritime nation. As Japan's only University dedicated to oceanography and related studies, TUMSAT is committed to conducting education and research activities based on the motto "To know and conserve the sea." As part of its efforts, TUMSAT will establish the School of Marine Resources and Environment, composed of two departments, the Undergraduate Course of Marine Resources and Energy and the Undergraduate Course of Ocean Sciences, in April 2017. The new school will foster the development of professionals who can work on a global scale for the exploration of oceanic energy and seafloor resources, as well as for the preservation and restoration of the marine environment based on their comprehensive knowledge of marine science, covering all areas from the seafloor to the atmosphere. Through such experts' development, the University hopes to contribute to the creation and growth of marine industries. Concurrent with the new faculty's establishment, TUMSAT will also launch a corresponding program at its graduate school. With an eye on developing global human resources, we will proactively recruit non-Japanese academics for the new school. Furthermore, to provide students with a practical education that meets the actual needs of related industries, we plan to invite the business community members to become involved with the new school. We will also reform existing faculty organizations. Specifically, we will reorganize the School of Marine Science into the School of Marine Life Sciences to promote biological science education and research and fisheries and foods and establish an integrated educational system that covers issues related to business management and distribution. For the School of Marine Technology, we will shift to a system that focuses extensively on maritime technology, marine vessel engines, power and machinery systems, and engineering technologies for promoting sea exploration. In its education and research activities, TUMSAT focuses on a broad spectrum of themes, including lectures to stimulate students' motivation for career development after graduation at both the undergraduate and graduate level, such as overseas career training and lectures on advanced professional career development increasing the number of lectures provided in English and fostering the Global Leadership Initiative (GLI) program as part of the University's globalization efforts establishing an international course to develop experts in marine environment and oceanic energy and a course to develop experts in advanced marine technology collaborating with other research institutes, such as the Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency (FRA) and Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC), to offer a more diverse lineup of specialized courses at the graduate school establishing and managing the Salad Science Endowed Lecture Series and implementing the joint exploration programs for the Antarctic Ocean in cooperation with the National Institute of Polar Research. For human resources development, we have launched the Fisheries-Marine Innovation Technologies Consortium. We are developing experts in research management through this Consortium and are committed to developing young researchers and supporting female researchers under the tenure track system. Moreover, to make social contributions, TUMSAT has academic exchange agreements with 102 institutions in 34 countries/regions, accepts 232 international students from 23 countries/regions, and has 67 students and 482 teachers and other staff dispatched abroad. TUMSAT is proactively conducting activities that promote regional cooperation both within and outside Japan. Specifically, the University is eagerly promoting industry-academia collaboration with related industries, returning benefits to a society based on education and research results, and holding events for Marine Day, including extension lectures and events related to the Meiji-maru, which is designated as an important cultural property. In order to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, TUMSAT has been implementing a unique recovery project using its research facilities, including the training vessels (the Umitaka-maru and the Shinyo-maru) and gathering the wisdom of the faculty, while also continuing recovery support initiatives in cooperation with other universities, research institutes, and the national and local governments (Kesennuma City and others). TUMSAT will strive to provide students with advanced knowledge about marine science and technology, thereby developing experts who have professional knowledge of oceanography and the ability to use that knowledge in the real world with a global perspective. View full university

Rissho University, established in 1580 as an educational institution for priests of Nichiren Buddhism, is proud of its 430-year history. Today it boasts eight undergraduate faculties with 15 departments and seven graduate school research departments, all managed by Rissho Daigaku Gakuen. At Rissho University, our vision is to cultivate students that have both high moral standards and deep expertise, with "a comprehensive university engaged with people, society and the Earth" as our slogan. To this end, we are advancing and deepening creative research activities that encourage diversity. The Founding Spirit of Rissho University: Seek truth and show sincerity. Value justice and reject evil. Desire peace and serve humankind. These three pledges are based on three vows made in the Kamakura period (circa 13th century) on Sado's island by Nichiren, a prominent Buddhist monk, in his writing entitled Kaimokusho (Eye-opener). Specifically, Nichiren vowed in his youth to be the pillar of Japan, Japan's eyes, and the great vessel of Japan. Taking these words to heart, he ultimately lived a life that contributed a great deal to society. Tanzan Ishibashi, the university's 16th president, rephrased these three vows in contemporary terms and adopted them as the Founding Spirit of Rissho University. Rissho University has compiled an impressive platform of valuable data and intelligence based on our research activities over the years. We use these resources to efficiently deploy the knowledge and technologies necessary to review methodologies of various schools of thought—from a pioneering and innovative perspective—in the academic fields of the humanities (including sociology) and the natural sciences. Additionally, we would like to forge new research perspectives within a global context or holistic concept to derive the academic support that will be essential shortly. By developing research perspectives that embody the originality of Rissho University, we believe we can actively spread our pioneering research both in Japan and abroad, and at the same time amplify education for our undergraduate and graduate students. At Rissho University, Classes are small, with a maximum of only 12 students per class. Rissho University's fleet of outstanding Japanese language teachers explains the material until the students fully understand it. The teachers look out for their students' well-being, as well. The administrative staff and Rissho students do what they can to support international students outside of class, too. Rissho University offers programs of different lengths: three weeks, half-year, and a full year. Students can pick the program that matches their needs. Take a look at your schedule and see which program suits you! There is no need to worry about whether you will be able to make Japanese friends. Members of the Rissho University Student International Exchange Association (RIEA) will be your first friends in Japan. Your Japanese will improve dramatically by talking with Japanese friends who are the same age. Japan is known around the world for its unique culture. You may find it confusing at first since it may be very different from your home country's culture. Do not worry, however. The Japanese Language Program offers many opportunities for you to experience Japanese culture. You are sure to like Japanese culture by the time you return to your home country! The Shinagawa Campus makes the most of its excellent location in the heart of Tokyo. The Kumagaya Campus takes advantage of its lush and spacious natural setting. The variety offered by these two completely different campuses is sure to add spice to your studies in Japan. If you find yourself tired of city life, refresh yourself at the verdant Kumagaya Campus. If you want to see Tokyo's world metropolis, take the free inter-campus shuttle bus to Shinagawa and explore Tokyo all day. View full university