Itinerary
(Subject to change depending on availability, scheduling and exchange rates)
Pre-Departure Lecture/Orientation at Langara College (Mandatory): May 6 to 16, 2024 (2 weeks) Tokyo, Mito, Kyoto, and Koyasan: May 20 to June 10, 2024 (3 weeks)
May 21 - May 27 Tokyo:
Asakusa, Edo-Tokyo Museum, Meiji-Jingu shrine, Harajuku, Day trip to Kamakura (Kencho-ji, Enkaku-ji, Hachimangu Shrine), various cultural activities, free time on weekends.
May 27- June 1 Mito:
Orientation at Tokiwa University, participate in cultural activities and workshops (Japanese Cuisine, Yukata & Tea ceremony), Cultural Exchange with Japanese university students, Visit local elementary school, Kairakuen Garden, and much more!
June 1 - June 9 Kyoto:
Historical tours including visits to major temples, shrines and castles, and a sake factory, participate in workshops: Zen workshop (calligraphy, meditation) and kimono dyeing workshop, see traditional performing arts at Gion, various cultural activities, and free time on weekends.
June 9 – June 10 Koyasan, Wakayama:
Stay overnight at a Buddhist temple, experience Buddhist meditation, nighttime cemetery tour, Buddhist course meal
June 10
Dismissal at Osaka (Mid-Day)