Enjoy summer in Japan!
07/24/2026
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Starting in late July, NILS will be on summer break for about a month. If you’re studying abroad in Japan, there’s an event you definitely shouldn’t miss during summer break: the fireworks festivals held all over Japan.
〇 The Origins of Fireworks Festivals
It is said that fireworks festivals in Japan began as a result of a famine and an outbreak of infectious disease that occurred in 1733—…
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Why Japanese Daycare Centers Are Admired Around the World
07/13/2026
Culture
Student life
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Vocabulary
Have you ever heard that Japanese children are polite, independent, and responsible from a very young age? Or perhaps you've seen videos online showing young children in Japan cleaning up after themselves, serving lunch, or traveling to school on their own. One of the reasons behind these impressive qualities can be found in the daily routines and educational philosophy of Japanese daycare centers…
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JLPT Exam Day
07/07/2026
Culture
JLPT
Student life
Vocabulary
【Gathering Earlier Due to Heavy Rain During the Rainy Season】
July 5th was the day of the JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test). The JLPT is an important examination that measures learners' overall Japanese ability, including vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening skills.
For international students, it is a very important day because the results can affect their future education and…
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Tanabata Festival: Experiencing a Traditional Japanese Summer at NILS
07/03/2026
Culture
Student life
Tanabata is celebrated on July 7 throughout Japan. People write their wishes on small strips of paper called tanzaku and hang them on bamboo branches, hoping their dreams will come true. Japan has many seasonal traditions, and being able to experience them firsthand is one of the unique and rewarding parts of studying in Japan.
Tanabata Festival at NILS
As part of our annual Tanabata celebra…
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Why Is teamLab So Popular Around the World?
07/01/2026
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Fukuoka, where NILS is located, is famous not only for its delicious food and beautiful scenery but also for attractions that draw visitors from all over the world. One of the most popular is “teamLab Forest Fukuoka”.
Have you ever seen photos on social media of breathtaking spaces filled with glowing lights or colorful flowers stretching as far as the eye can see? Many of those images are work…
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Foreign Workers in Japan Reach a Record High: More Opportunities for International Students
06/19/2026
News
Student life
There is encouraging news for people who are interested in studying in Japan. As of October 2025, the number of foreign workers in Japan exceeded 2.3 million, the highest figure ever recorded. Due to ongoing labor shortages, many Japanese companies are actively hiring international talent, creating more opportunities than ever for international students to build their careers in Japan after gradua…
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What Is Japan’s Rainy Season Like?
06/04/2026
Culture
Japan is known for its four distinct seasons, but one period that many international visitors find especially unique is the rainy season, called tsuyu (梅雨). This rainy period occurs between spring and summer and usually lasts from June to July.
If you are thinking about traveling to or studying in Japan, you may wonder, “Won’t it be difficult if it rains so much?” While the weather can be wet a…
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Do Japanese people eat sushi every day?
05/18/2026
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Do you know what Japan is really like? Do Japanese people eat sushi every day? Is everyone in Japan kind? Does everyone love anime?
Today, I’d like to share a ranking of “Everyday Japan” that surprises many Americans. Take a look and get a little preview of life in Japan!
■ What surprises American teens and people in their 20s
Anime and manga are popular not only among children but also …
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Volunteer Experience in Japan — Cleaning Up Along the Homan River
05/15/2026
Culture
Student life
Japan is famous as a “clean country.” When international students actually come to Japan, many of them are surprised by how clean the streets and parks are and how little trash they see in public places. Students at our Japanese language school, NILS, often say, “Japan is really clean!” However, that does not mean there is no trash at all in Japan. Especially near rivers and in grassy areas around…
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Enjoy Spring in Fukuoka! Celebrate Together at the Hakata Dontaku Festival
04/30/2026
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In Japan, there is a long holiday period from spring to early summer known as “Golden Week.” During this time, many people travel, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy special events.
One of the biggest events in Fukuoka during Golden Week is the Hakata Dontaku Festival. Held every year on May 3rd and 4th, it attracts several million visitors over just two days, making it one of the la…
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