Passport and Visa
Passport
The program is open to U.S. students and students from other countries that have a visa treaty with Japan. You may only need a valid passport to study in Japan through KCP. Under the U.S.–Japan visa exemption agreement, U.S. citizens can study in Japan for up to 90 days (one semester or less) without a student visa. Passport applications and details are available through the U.S. Department of State.
Citizens of other countries may have different requirements for entry; check with your Japanese Consulate.
For help understanding Japan’s visa policy, see Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Past and present students share their thoughts and experiences on studying in Japan.
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Because I am a huge fan of research and spreadsheets, I created an excel worksheet comparing numerous Japanese study abroad programs by cost, housing, length of study, and many other comparison points. Overall, KCP came out superior based on the amount of things that you get for the price. After completing the program, I can say choosing KCP was a perfect decision. KCP is a real school — professional teachers, strict grading systems, textbooks – the whole package. KCP proved to be much more than I expected – the classes are tough, but it taught me how to work harder, build a work ethic, and I am coming out with many rich experiences thanks to KCP. This school truly prepares you for higher levels and entrance into Japanese colleges.
—Rachel Burch
