Students Embark on Enriching Journey to Japan through Turing Scheme聽
Nine Newman University students have recently returned from an exciting month-long stay in Japan, facilitated by the UK government’s Turing Scheme and hosted by our partner university, .听
Students had a varied itinerary which included attending university classes alongside AUE students, cultural activities, and excursions to notable landmarks such as Tokoyawa Shrine and . The students also took the opportunity to explore the cities of Tokyo and Kyoto independently during the weekends.听
The cultural immersion included wearing traditional Yukata attire, learning basic Japanese phrases, and sampling local cuisine such as Takoyaki and visiting ramen, sushi and soba restaurants. The trip鈥檚 highlight was attending the famous Sumo Wrestling Competition in Nagoya on the final day.听
Students shared their experiences and impressions from their journey:
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Mike O鈥橰eilly, a second-year Primary Education student, added, 鈥淛apan is good. Not a big fan of the food, but it鈥檚 edible. I like the weather; it鈥檚 very similar to the UK but around 10 degrees hotter. People in Japan are incredibly friendly, and Anthony (the coordinator) is great. It鈥檚 more similar to England than I expected, considering it鈥檚 the other side of the world.鈥�
This trip provided a unique opportunity for our students to engage deeply with Japanese culture and education, enhancing their global perspective and academic experience.