Winter Study Abroad Programs in Japan

The best cities to study abroad in Japan in winter (and take your snowman-building skills international) include Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.  

Tokyo. As Japan’s capital city, Tokyo offers the backdrop of a bustling metropolis for your study abroad in winter in Japan. It offers more than 200 national, public, private and junior universities that allow you to study a variety of subjects, ranging from agriculture to zoology and everything in between.

Kyoto. Since you’re already researching locations to study abroad in Japan in winter, you’re probably familiar with the ever-popular tea ceremony. Well, Kyoto is its birthplace! If you’re looking for a study abroad location that is rich in culture, art, and history, Kyoto is the place for you.

Osaka. Want to challenge yourself to improve your Japanese language skills? Then you may want to consider Osaka for winter study abroad programs in Japan, since most courses there are taught in Japanese. Osaka is also a popular location for students interested in cutting edge technology and entrepreneurship, as the city is quickly becoming the Silicon Valley of the east.