Rice in Japan

Rice in Japan will not be offered in 2026

Join us in 2027 when Rice in Japan will be a 300-level program

Join us for Rice in Japan in 2027, a six-week summer study abroad program in Japan. Students will be immersed in the language and culture through homestay, excursions, community service experiences, and local language partners. Students will earn a total of six credits taught by Dr. Takayama and a local instructor in Japan. いっしょに日本に行って勉強しましょう。

Rice in Japan Facts

Prerequisites	JAPA 264 or Placement in JAPA 301
Location	Kyoto
Program Dates	Mid May - June, 2027
Courses	Two 300-Level Japanese Courses
Applications Open
Application Deadline

See below for more important dates.

Estimated Program Cost

Expense	Rice Students Pay
Tuition*	$10,800
Airfare (estimated Houston - Tokyo)	$2,200
Daily Lunch	$500
Local Transportation	$300
Books and Supplies	$100
Personal Expenses	$600
Sub-total	$3,700
Total	$14,500

*Tuition includes:

• 6 Rice credit hours
• Accommodation with a host family for 6 weeks
• 2 meals per day (breakfast and dinner for 6 weeks)
• Local/regional excursions
• Language partners
• Community engagement

Some financial aid is available.

Learn about financial aid options at this link: Rice in Country Financial Aid

For more information, consult with the Faculty Leader, Dr. Hiromi Takayama (ht23@rice.edu).