Japan - Summer 2026
Tentative Travel Dates: June – July, 2026
RCCD is offering a six-week study abroad program to Japan during summer of 2026. Students
can expect to take Kinesiology 4 (Nutrition) AND experience a 4-week internship, earning
additional RCCD credt through WKX 200 with an English-speaking Tokyo based company.
Japan is rich in traditional culture and historical heritage where nature, history,
and technology coexist in harmony. While you study abroad in Japan, you can learn
more about its food, geography, politics, and history. Japan - the “Land of the Rising
sun” - is an archipelago of more than 6,800 islands in the Pacific Ocean. The archipelago
is located on a large volcanic zone - it has more than a hundred active volcanoes.
About three quarters of the land of Japan is made of forests and mountains. This is
the reason why Japan features a high population density and huge metropolises, most
of which are situated on the coasts. Japan has four seasons, and you can enjoy its
beautiful nature throughout the year.
With more than 126 million inhabitants, Japan is the 3rd largest economy in the world.
People from all over the world are attracted to Japan to enjoy, explore and learn
more about traditional culture like Kabuki, flower arrangement, calligraphy, as well
as more modern advances such as anime, manga, games, and movies. Don't forget the
delicious foods and flavors which are unique to Japan. Whether you love savory ramen
or fresh sushi, Japan has a wide range of appetizing cuisine to enjoy. Japanese cuisine,
or washoku, touches on all the flavor profiles: sweet, bitter, salty, sour, spicy,
and umami.
Space is limited for this trip. If you want to go but don't have a passport, you should
start that process as soon as possible.
Class:
Nutrition: KIN-4 (3 units) with Prof. Tanya Brown (MVC)
Description: While drawing on lessons from Tokyo’s unique business environment, learn to master the Business Model Canvas for transformative use as a dynamic sales tool. You’ll learn to craft compelling presentations with video, animation, and visuals to drive your business forward.
Interest Form:
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Program Cost: $6200-$6800 (estimated)
Costs include: Application fees, airfare, housing (with Wifi and all utilities included), classroom
space, internship arrangement, resume and interview assistance, travel insurance,
cultural excursions, orientation/welcom event and farewell events.
Costs do not include: registration fees for required RCCD classes, food, drink, public transportation costs,
cell phone data plans in Japan, personal expenses for toursim.
Scholarship opportunities: There are many scholarships that can support students to study abroad. Check out a
list of possible scholarship opportunities