Life & Supports

Short-term Homestay Program

The Homestay Program provides an opportunity to experience Japanese lifestyles.
Students stay at hostfamily's place and enjoy communication, cultural experience and meals with them during the weekend.

Those interested get more details by International Center and submit the application during the designated period.
*Students can join once during their enrollment period in MGU.

Buddy Program

IC supervises your buddy students. MGU students register voluntarily as “buddies” to support international students. Many of these students plan and/or assist IC with the orientations and other events for international students. If you have any trouble with your buddy or have any questions about this system, please do not hesitate to ask IC staff. The buddies are looking forward to be your first friends on campus.

Bus tour

Events for International Students

IC hosts international events planned by buddies every year.

Examples of Events

Introducing Japanese Culture: Introducing Japanese cultural traditions such as calligraphy, flower arrangement, tea ceremony, and dressing in the kimono. Many people participate in this popular event every year.
*Only for International Students

International Exchange Tour: A day trip with international students, exchange students, and regular students. Limited to 50- 60 students.

Tea Party: Social event held at lunchtime (buffet style). Provides opportunities to meet international students, exchange students, and regular students.

Sports Festival: Sports competitions in teams with international students, exchange students, and regular students. Winning team receives fun prizes. Limited to approximately 40 students. Last year’s festival was a bowling tournament.