Study abroadSTUDY ABROAD PROGRAM

Voices of students who have studied abroad

• Interactions deepened at the host's home
  My “second family” that I met in America

  

  Nao Hokimoto[Osaka school] Hotel department
  Okayama Joto High School (Okayama Prefecture)

  I improved my English skills through daily conversations with my host family. I also tried my own way through trial and error to build a good relationship. Through studying abroad, I not only improved my English skills, but I also acquired the mental strength to be able to overcome problems even when I couldn't communicate using words.I believe this was because I was able to find my own way to communicate. As I talked with my host family, I got to know them and was able to relax and feel like I was at home. In November, I traveled to Great Wolf Lodge with my host, who I have become so close to as my second family. Having fun wearing matching T-shirts with my host sister was an unforgettable memory. It was really great to be able to spend time with such a wonderful, cheerful and energetic family that my host could say was ``the best in the world!''

  

• interact with host families
  Experience a different culture firsthand
  Take a shortcut towards your dreams

  

  Aoi Someno[Tokyo School] Airline Department
  Cabin attendant course
  Fujimori High School (Tokyo)

  I decided to study abroad in order to become the cool person who can speak English, which I had dreamed of since I was a child. When I first arrived, my English wasn't very good and I was worried about how to get closer to my host family. One day, my host mother invited me to make kimchi because I love spicy food. After that, we started cooking various dishes together, and before I knew it, I had become like a real grandmother. Also, in my case, my host family was Christian, so I deepened my understanding of the culture by going to church with them every week and praying to God before meals. By studying abroad, you will acquire language skills and understanding of different cultures, both of which are important for communication. That's why for people who want to work while interacting with people from other countries, a homestay should be the shortest route.