OIP
KIT-IJST
2012
Kanazawa Institute of Technology |
Table of Contents
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1.10 Laptop computer and Temporary E-mail addresses
2.1 Health and Travel Insurances
2.2.1 Traveler's Checks and Cash
2.2.2 Using Credit Cards for shopping
2.2.3 Cash Advance Service with Credit Cards and Bank Cards
2.7.2 How to get to KIT(Ko-dai)
1. Welcome to KIT-IJST!
Hello and welcome to the KIT- Intensive Program in Japanese for Science and Technology (KIT-IJST)! This program is specifically designed for students who study in engineering and technology, or related fields. We hope that KIT-IJST will be an opportunity for you to pursue your future career in the field of science and technology in Japan through the learning of Japanese language, culture, and society.
1.1 About KIT-IJST
KIT-IJST aims to give participants rich experience in 1) improving communication skills in the Japanese language, 2) learning basic technical terms and related scientific expressions in Japanese through various activities with Japanese students, and 3) understanding Japanese culture and society through lectures and cultural programs.
Participants are enrolled in the total of 8 credit hours of language courses and in 4 hours of the cultural course. Those who complete all of the course work in the program will be given a certificate and granted 12 credits from KIT. Using our originally developed materials, students will learn special terms that can be used in the field of science and technology as well as in the daily conversation. Students also learn how to operate a computer in a Japanese language environment.
KIT-IJST is available for the students studying at KIT's sisterschools or those who apply through the organizations with which KIT has signed for the student exchange agreement. This program is specifically designed for students majoring in engineering and technology or related fields. Participants are expected to have studied Japanese for two years, or at least one year at the college level, or to have an intermediate level proficiency in Japanese at the time the program starts.
KIT-IJST 2012 officially kicks off Wednesday, June 13th. Arriving date is set on Monday, June 11th.
The program goes for six weeks with one four-day break (July 5th-July 8th). The Closing ceremony is scheduled on July 25th. All the participants are REQUIRED TO ATTEND THE CEREMONY in order to receive the official credits from KIT.
The checkout period is set as follows:
From:5pm Wednesday, July 25th
To:Noon, Thursday, July 26th
:::::IMPORTANT DATES:::::
(Please come to KIT by yourself
between 8:30 am. and 5:00 pm.)
or/and
June 11th
(Free pick up service is available at10:00pm.
at JR Kanazawa station)
and Program orientation
& Placement test
Participants must arrive at KIT campus on June 11th to check in the student apartments. KIT will provide one free pickup service at JR (Japan Railway) Kanazawa Station at 10 pm, June 11th. Those who will not use the pickup service have to reach KIT by themselves between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, June 11th using public transportation services. They have to come to the Office of International Programs (OIP), located on the 4th floor in the Main Building between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm on that day to pick up their apartment key. See "2.7.1 How to get to Kanazawa" for the detail.
Program Faculty
Hiroko
FudanoProgram Director hfudano@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp Kiyomi
FujiiAssociate Professor
(Japanese Language
Instructor )kfujii@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp Scott
ClarkAdjunct Instructor
(Japanese Culture)TBA TBA Adjunct Instructor
(Japanese Language)TBA TBA Adjunct Instructor
(Japanese Language)TBA TBA Adjunct Instructor
(Japanese Language)TBA
OIP Staff
Jun
FudanoOIP Director fudanoj1@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp Sanae
KomoriOIP Staff Member skomori@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp Tazuko
WakasugiOIP Staff Member wakasugi@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp Shizu
FujimuraOIP Staff Member sfujimura@neptune.kanazawa-it.ac.jp
**If you have any questions about KIT-IJST, you may send inquiries to the above faculty and staff members through e-mail.
1.2 Courses
* Japanese communication I-II (4 credits)
These courses offer intensive lessons in Japanese conversation, reading, and writing in two levels. The focus of study is the application of the already-acquired knowledge of Japanese to real-life situations.
* Academic Japanese (2 credits)
Using our originally developed materials, students will learn special terms that can be used in the field of science and technology as well as in the daily conversation. They also learn how to operate a computer in a Japanese language environment.
* Japanese for Science and Technology I-II (I=4 credits, II=2 credits)
Participants will engage in a special science project working with Japanese students. The purpose of the project is to gain practical experience in exchanging ideas in Japanese, and to learn how to give a formal presentation in Japanese.
* Japanese Language and Society
Participants will learn about Japanese culture and society through lectures and several on and off-campus activities. Former program participants who are now working in Japan will be invited to give a talk about their work and living experiences so that the students can understand the business culture in Japan, and provide some insights for their future plan.
1.3 Home Visit
The KIT-IJST office will arrange a half-day home visit with a Japanese family. This will be a total immersion experience into Japanese life. It will allow for a very practical study in Japanese language, since you will have to speak Japanese exclusively, and also will be able to see how family members interact with each other.
Please bring some souvenir for your host family. It is also recommended that you bring photos of your family and friends, and picture books about your school, hometown, etc., to show to your host family members.
1.4 Weekend at Anamizu Campus
In the early part of the program, you will have a chance to spend a night at the facility owned by KIT in Anamizu on the Noto Peninsula, where you can enjoy the beauty of the bay area of the Japan Sea. This facility, which includes a lecture room, lodge, and marina/boat house, is located in a national park. We will spend a night at the Anamizu Campus. KIT-IJST students, faculty and staff members, and some Japanese students who assist our program have the opportunity to get to know each other while enjoying a barbecue and basketball. Meals and transportation will be provided free of charge.
Remember to bring a bath towel and toiletries like tooth brush, soap, shampoo, etc., with you to Anamizu.
1.5 Long Weekend
We have canceled all the classes on Thursday, July 5th and Friday July 6th so that you can take a 4-day break (July 5th-July 8th) from our busy curriculum in the middle of the program.
You may plan a trip to visit your favorite destinations on your own. You are required to notify the program office about your destinations and schedules before the break so that the office can reach you in case of emergency. KIT does not cover the expenses that you will incur during this weekend. The KIT travel service center can help you arrange your tickets even after you arrive in Kanazawa. Of course, you can stay in your apartment if you wish to have a quiet and relaxed weekend.
1.6 Program Costs
Students are responsible for textbook fees (approx.30-50 dollars). The cost will vary depending on courses taken. Students are also required to cover any personal expenses for meals, local trips, shopping, and such. It is mandatory to buy school health insurance for 900 yen. (See section 2.1 for detail) Consult your home institution advisor for any other expenses you might incur during the program.
1.7 Meals
Students must make or buy their own meals. See the section 2.3 on budget/prices for details on meal costs.
1.8 Housing
KIT-IJST participants will stay in a KIT apartment building. Two students will generaly share a 2-bedroom apartment (w/a shower and a toilet) in the Building
# 47.
Facilities the provided items in your apartment
washing machine and dryer.
Lounge Areas are available till 10:00pm.
Internet access is limited in the dormitory; the Lounge rooms are the only places where you can access the internet. Thus, those who want to communicate with others should consider using public phones for outgoing calls. We have public pay phones in front of the dormitory that allow you to place international calls as well. These phones accept prepaid cards and you can buy them at a convenience store near the dormitory. See http://www.001.kddi.com/en/ for more information.
It is also recommended to use a mobile phone rental service now available at many providers. If you use a rental service, you can pick up/return a mobile phone at the airport upon your arrival/departure. You can check the providers and choose the one that best fits your needs.
Room Conditions
1.9 Mailing Address
(Student's name)
c/o Office of International Programs
KIT-IJST
Kanazawa Institute of Technology
7-1 Ohgigaoka, Nonoichi
Ishikawa 921-8501, JAPAN
1.10 Laptop computer and Temporary E-mail addresses
We provide you with a personal computer Windows 7, during IJST.
KIT also has a facility called Multimedia Factory of Dreams located in the Library where more sophisticated software is available for use during the business hours of the Library. In the event of loss or damage of KIT-IJST computer, participants will bear full repair or replacement costs.
Each participant is given a temporary e-mail account at KIT after they arrive on campus. These accounts are available until the end of the program on July 25th.
1.11 Emergency Contact Numbers
Office of International Programs:
(Mon.-Fri. : 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Sat. : 8:30 am - 1:00 pm)
TEL:(0)76-294-6725 (No answring machine)
FAX:(0)76-294-6718KIT-IJST Office:
(Mon.-Fri. : 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Sat. : 8:30 am - 1:00 pm)
(0)76-248-9591 (direct connection)
(0)76-248-1100 (school operator), ext. 2828The country code for Japan is 81. 076 is our area code, but dial 76 instead if you are calling from abroad.
e.g.) to call OIP from abroad, dial:+81-76-294-6725
Use 076 when you are in Japan but outside the Kanazawa area.
(Note: Calls from Komatsu Airport in Ishikawa are long distance calls. Calls from Kanazawa Station are local calls.)
Should anyone urgently need to contact a KIT-IJST student after business hours, please contact Dr. Hiroko Fudano, Director of IJST program.
Dr. Hiroko Fudano's mobile phone:
090-5687-5298 (calling from within Japan)
+81-90-5687-5298 (calling from abroad)*Time Difference: Japan is 14 hours ahead of the US central standard time during the Daylight Savings time.
1.12 Program Rules
For safety and health reasons, KIT-IJST participants are not allowed to engage in activities that are considered risky or dangerous such as skydiving, paragliding and rockclimbing during the course of the program including the 4-day "Long Weekend." They are not allowed to drive an automobile or ride a motorcycle either no matter if they bring their international driver's license. Students must take full responsibility for any activities they choose to undertake after the program.
As for alcohol consumption, legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years old or over. Those who have not reached the legal age should refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages.
2. Departure for Japan
2.1 Health and Travel Insurances
Prior to the arrival, students must provide us with proof of health insurance coverage that is valid in Japan during the program. KIT cannot be responsible for the fees for student medical treatment or medicine. Students are also required to have a Travel insurance which covers the fees for:
-sickness-hospital benefits/accident (injury) medical expenses
-accidental death
-emergency evacuation/repatriation
KITchecks your insurance card on your arrival. Please bring the card during the orientations.
KIT On-Campus
Medical InsuranceIn addition to the regular health insurance, students are required to buy the On-Campus Medical Insurance which costs them 900 yen (approx. 11 US dollars) each when they arrive at KIT. This covers medical costs incurred at KIT campus clinic for minor treatment up to 30,000 yen during the program.
2.2 Taking Money to Japan
The most reliable way to bring your money is in the form of traveler's checks (preferably American Express, Citibank, or VISA). They can be exchanged in large banks and designated postal offices in town, including in the neighborhood of KIT.
However, please note that traveler's checks are not accepted in restaurants and shops in Japan. You will need to have some cash as soon as you arrive in Japan.
VISA cards tend to be more widely accepted in Japan for shopping. Mastercard may be accepted, but limited.
Although you may be told you can get cash with your credit card for 24 hours all over the world, your chances may be limited in Kanazawa, because it is not as big city as Tokyo or Osaka.
There are some ATMs around KIT. The nearest ATM is in the "Ohgigaoka Post Office" which is located within walking distance from your apartment. The ATM will allow you to withdraw cash with a credit card. The ATM information is as follows;* Service hour: weekday: 9:00-21:00 / Saturday, Sunday & public holiday: 9:00-19:00
* Available credit cards: American Express, VISA, VISA ELECTRON, Master Card, Cirrus, Diners Club, Maestro, PLUS, JCB, China Unionpay, DISCOVER
See below for details.
http://www.jp-bank.japanpost.jp/en/ias/en_ias_index.html
Do not count on your credit cards or bank cards as a means of supplying cash. Arrange to bring with you what you expect to use in the form of traveler's checks.
One of the best ways to have money sent to Japan just in case you desperately need cash while you are in Japan is by mailing an international postal money order via regular mail service (4-5 days) or via UPS (1-2 days). All you need to do is to ask your friend or a family member to visit a local major post office, purchase an international postal money order and mail it to Kanazawa. There will be a service charge depending on the amount of money and each money order has a maximum limit of $700. Please make sure that the recipient's address is identical to the one that appears on one of the IDs that must be presented when you cash the money order in Japan. DO NOT USE your temporary address at KIT.
When you receive the money order, you visit a nearby post office. Please take proof of an address such as the driver's licence. Your passport is not valid since it does not have your current address. Unlike banks, there will be no service charge when you receive cash.
The only currency used in Japan is the "yen".
You must exchange other denominations for yen at a bank or a post office.
The bill denominations in Japan are 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen, 2,000 yen and 1,000 yen. (2,000 yen note is currently rarely used.) Coins are 500 yen, 100 yen, 50 yen, 10 yen, and 1 yen. The most often used are 1,000 yen bills and 100 and 10 yen coins.
No traveler's checks are accepted in stores and restaurants. You have to use cash or credit cards.
2.3 Budget/Prices
Former participants suggested you would need at least $800-1,000/6 weeks for the time you will be in Japan. This covers personal expenses: food and snacks, health and hygiene products, postage, school supplies, local transportation fare, etc. If you plan to travel during the Long Weekend or after the program, you need to bring extra. You will be responsible for any expenses incurred in your travel activities except for the trip to Anamizu.
(A hamburger with fries and a drink
costs 550 or so at a McDonald's shop)
which applies to most items including foods.
on most of purchased items and services.
unless you receive very special services.
2.4 Climate and Clothes
When planning your wardrobe, keep in mind that Japan is normally very warm and humid in summer. During the rainy season, (June through mid-July,) it can be cool so take a light jacket. Kanazawa is famous for rain. Since you will be in Japan during the rainy season, you should be prepared. You can easily find umbrellas at a price range from 1,000 yen or up, but it would be convenient to bring a small folding one.
Summer days :
High 26 -34 degrees in Celsius
Low 18-22 degrees in Celsius
Humidity 70 % or higher
Lightweight cotton or cotton-blend shirts are the easiest to pack, wash, and dry. Due to high humidity in Japan, it takes considerable time to dry laundry. Dryers are available in the laundry rooms, but are generally very small and extremely slow. Pick clothes that are easy to dry, and try to dry them by hanging. It sometimes gets cool in the rainy season, so you may need a long sleeve shirt and a sweater.
You may consider taking one set of dress clothes that you can wear at the opening/closing ceremony and formal oral presentation. e.g.) skirt and blouse, dress or suit with nice shoes for women; and jacket, tie, cotton dress shirt, lightweight slacks with nice shoes for men.
Summer shorts for both men and women are acceptable after-class or on weekends. Sun dresses are acceptable, if appropriately modest. Remember that in most instances Japanese will not be wearing clothing as revealing as that commonly seen in America.
Please bring one pair of sneakers for indoor use. Street shoes are prohibited on gym floors in Japan.
Bed linens will be supplied and cleaned by KIT for free. However, please bring your own towels. Free washing machines and driers are available in the apartment building.
2.5 Drugs
Although KIT has a clinic on campus, take any medicine with you that you think necessary during your stay in Japan. Also, consider taking prescription of the medicine and, if you wear glasses, that of glasses as well to be on the safe side.
Do not bring illegal drugs with you or have someone send you illegal drugs from abroad during your stay here. This includes marijuana, which is strictly forbidden in Japan. Illegal drug use carries stiff legal penalties and social stigmas in Japan.
Although most non-prescription drugs (over-the-counter-medicine) such as aspirin and cold medicine can be brought in Japan as long as the amount does not exceed the use of more than 2 months, some sleeping pills may contain certain illegal substances. Contact Customs to check if you can bring in a particular type of drugs.
2.6 Business Cards
Business cards play an important role in Japanese society. You may find it useful to have your own while you are in Japan. It is recommended that you prepare your own business cards with your name and school name, preferably both in English and Japanese. The cards can be commercially produced ones, or you may make them on your computer and photo copy them. Hand-written cards are also acceptable. Bring at least 20 copies. You may use the computer facility on KIT campus to produce your own after you arrive in Kanazawa.
2.7 Way to Kanazawa
There are several ways to come from an international airport in Japan to Kanazawa. If you take the Japan Railway (JR) train from Kansai Airport, Central Japan International Airport(Nagoya) or Narita Airport, you will reach JR Kanazawa station. If you fly from Haneda Airport in Tokyo, you will arrive at Komatsu Airport, located in Komatsu City, about 70 kilometers southwest from Kanazawa.
The following descriptions give you some idea of typical routes, travel time and cost. You will need extra time (approx. 10-30 min.) if you change trains each time.
From Kansai Airport to JR Kanazawa Station ･ Total Travel Cost: approx. 10,000 yen
From Narita Airport to JR Kanazawa Station ･ Total Travel Cost: approx. 15, 000 yen
From Centrair(Nagoya) to JR Kanazawa Station ･ Total Travel Cost: approx. 7, 500 yen
From Narita Airport to Komatsu Airport via Haneda Airport ･ Total Travel Cost: approx. 22, 000 yen
From Narita Airport to Komatsu Airport ･ Total Travel Cost: approx. 19, 000 yen
Komatsu Airport to JR Kanazawa station
fare= 1,100 yenJR Kanazawa station to KIT
Free Pick Up Service between JR Kanazawa station and KIT on June 11th.
On June 11th, KIT will provide a free pick up service between JR Kanazawa station and KIT. Please come to the Main Ticket Gate area at the designated time. If you are planning to use this pick up service, you have to notify us in advance. You can check in only on June 11th. You have to receive your room key in person from KIT staff. Thus, students can check in either between 8:30a.m.and 5:00p.m. June 11th (please come to KIT by yourself and pick up your room key at Office of International Programs) or after 10:00 p.m. when only you use our free-pick up service at 10pm at Kanazawa station on that day.
It is recommended that you have your suitcases delivered to KIT rather than carry them with you. It is difficult to carry heavy bags up and down stairs when changing trains or buses in very short time. Although 2,000 to 3,000 yen per suitcase for the delivery service fee may sound expensive, it is worthwhile.
Delivery usually takes one day. First, make sure you put a change of clothes and things you will need for the next day into a bag that you will carry with you. Also, carry all valuables or fragile objects with you. Go to the delivery service counter at the airport after your arrival. If you cannot find it, ask someone "Takuhai bin kaunntaa wa doko desu ka."
Fill out the form to have your bags sent to the following address:
<Your Name>
C/O Office of Internatilonal Programs
KIT-IJST
Kanazawa Institute of Technology
7-1 Ohgigaoka, Nonoichi
Ishikawa, 921-8501, JAPAN
If you do not have a train ticket to Kanazawa, or if you want to make seat reservations, proceed to the Japan Railway (JR) counter at the airport. You can travel without the seat reservation, but in this case, you have to board on the car designated as "jiyuuseki" (= seat without reservation). If all the seats are taken, you have to keep standing until a seat becomes available.
2.8 Check List of Things You Need
(one pair for outdoor and another pair for indoor)
Pack Wisely
You will be carrying your own baggage, often for long distances, up and down stairs. For travelling within Japan, a backpack or moderate size suitcase works well. A small bag that fits on overhead racks is indispensable. Also, you will probably have more things with you on the return trip with souvenir, so leave extra room in your bags.
If you plan to have your luggage delivered from the airport where you arrive (Narita, Nagoya, Kansai) to KIT, you need to pack items for an overnight stay and the next day in a separate carry-on bag that you will bring with you. Your shipped luggage will usually arrive the next day.
3. Useful URL List
Hello and welcome to the KIT- Intensive Program in Japanese for Science and Technology (KIT-IJST)! This program is specifically designed for students who study in engineering and technology, or related fields. We hope that KIT-IJST will be an opportunity for you to pursue your future career in the field of science and technology in Japan through the learning of Japanese language, culture, and society.
Are you ready?
We'll see you in Kanazawa soon!
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If you need your transcript to apply some jobs ....
To get your "Transcript" of KIT-IJST, contact OIP Staff Members (See 1.1.6).
cost 500 yen /1 original *Additionally 1,200 yen is required per transcript for express delivery fee.
