Summer Camp in Japan 2027 | Session 1
Summer Campin JapanExperience Japanese Culture While Learning
Create lifelong memories through 3 weeks of cultural immersion and meaningful connections with local Japanese people in Tokyo.
- Earn Volunteer Hours – Boost Your College Profile
- Visit Local High Schools – Meet Japanese Friends
- Short Homestay – Live Like a Local
Period
Main Program | June 22 – July 13, 2027
Weekend Homestay, Volunteer Experiences, Japanese High School Visits & More
Optional Trip | July 13 – 17, 2027
Explore Tokyo, Experience Local Culture, Volunteer & Visit Tokyo DisneySea
Age Range
Ages 14-19
No Japanese required
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Visit various places
Accommodation
Dormitory
National Olympic Memorial Youth Center
Program Fee
$3,900
$4,300
→ $3,900
Apply & pay in full by December 19, 2026, to receive this discount.
*Flights and insurance not included
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Explore Summer Camp in Japan 2027 | Session 2: July 14 – August 4 →Program Overview
Discover Japan through connection and adventure.
Meet new friends as you learn, share, and grow together. Enjoy fun cultural activities, meaningful volunteer experiences, and Japanese language lessons that help you explore new ideas and discover more about yourself. Our program helps you build confidence, deepen your understanding of Japanese culture, and create friendships that will last a lifetime.
Discover Japan with Us!
Main Program | June 22 to July 13
Experience Japan beyond the classroom through a weekend homestay with a Japanese family, volunteer activities with local communities, and visits to Japanese high schools.
Meet local students, experience everyday life in Japan, build real connections, and improve your Japanese naturally along the way.
Optional Trip | July 13 to 17
Explore Tokyo, experience local culture, volunteer, and visit Tokyo DisneySea.
Connect with Japanese locals through volunteer activities, high school visits, and a weekend homestay, all while improving your Japanese and experiencing everyday life in Japan.
Highlights
Four Pillars of the Japan Experience
Make a Difference
Contribute to local communities through meaningful volunteer activities while earning valuable volunteer hours that can strengthen your college applications.
Live the Japanese Experience
Experience authentic Japan through a short homestay, visits to local high schools, meaningful connections with Japanese people, and trips to iconic destinations like Mt. Fuji and Fuji-Q Highland.
Improve Your Japanese
Build your Japanese skills through daily lessons with experienced teachers, as well as real-life practice during local high school visits and your homestay.
Explore Tokyo and Beyond
Explore historic Asakusa, discover the energy of Akihabara, and enjoy unforgettable trips to Mt. Fuji and Fuji-Q Highland. Experience the best of Japan, from timeless traditions to thrilling adventures.
Discover Your Potential
in the Heart of Japan
Experience an unforgettable journey combining language learning, cultural immersion, and lifelong friendships in one of the world's most fascinating countries.
What Makes Ayusa So Special?
At Ayusa, we don't just teach you about Japan. We help you experience it. Our program goes beyond the classroom by combining Japanese language learning with authentic cultural experiences.
Practice your Japanese through daily lessons, a short homestay, volunteer activities, and visits to local high schools, where you'll build meaningful friendships with Japanese students and connect with local communities.
You'll also explore some of Japan's most iconic destinations, from the historic streets of Asakusa and the vibrant energy of Akihabara to the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Fuji and the excitement of Fuji-Q Highland.
At Ayusa, you won't just visit Japan. You'll live it.
Activities
Enjoy cultural exchanges with Japanese locals through volunteer activities and high school visits, all while improving your Japanese.
Volunteer
Gain valuable volunteering experience by teaching and planning activities for Japanese children. People that are interested in working in Japan in the future or who want a global volunteer experience can use this to their advantage.
Japanese Class
Japanese teachers are all certified with many years of experience and classes have a student-to-teacher ratio of about 10:1.
High School Visit & Home Stay
Deepen your exchange experience by visiting a Japanese high school and a local home and making lifelong friends.
Cultural Activities
Visit the unique Tokyo districts of Akihabara, take part in Japanese cooking and calligraphy lessons, see the Buddhist temple in Asakusa, the fashion district of Harajuku, and much more. Learn or improve your Japanese and make lifelong friends through an unforgettable three weeks in Japan.
Excursion
You'll visit the world-famous Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park, located near the base of Mt. Fuji and known for its intense roller coasters and haunted houses. On clear days, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji towering above the park.
Accommodation & Dining
Housing
Housing is at National Olympic Memorial Youth Center located in Tokyo. Your dorm will be within walking distance from a train station. Laundry facilities are available.
Meals
Breakfast is included on most days. Students are responsible for lunch and dinner, giving them the opportunity to experience a variety of local Japanese cuisine.
Program Fee
Program Fee
$3,900
$4,300
→ $3,900
Apply & pay in full by December 19, 2026, to receive this discount.
Fee includes:
- • Accommodation
- • Breakfast on most days
- • Japanese language classes
- • Volunteer activities
- • Elementary and high school visits
- • Short homestay
- • Cultural activities
- • Local transportation
- • Airport pickup and drop-off (for arrivals and departures within the designated airport and scheduled time window)
- • 24-hour supervision
Ready for an Adventure?
Join hundreds of students who have transformed their lives through our program
Optional Tours
TOKYO, YOUR WAY.
Eat it. Explore it. Thrift it. Live it.
Tokyo Special
4 nights and 5 days | July 13 – July 17, 2027
Cost
$800
Duration
4N / 5D
Destinations
- • Tsukiji - Eat your way through Tokyo street food
- • Nakameguro - Stylish streets, cafés, and your Tokyo aesthetic
- • Kamakura & Enoshima - Great Buddha, coastline, and a local volunteer experience
- • Tokyo DisneySea - A full day at one of Japan's most iconic theme parks
- • Shimokitazawa - Vintage shops and the Tokyo thrift haul
- • Shin-Okubo - Tokyo's Koreatown: K-pop, street food, and youth culture
Forget the typical tourist checklist. This is your chance to experience a different side of Tokyo, from incredible street food and aesthetic cafés to vintage fashion, K culture, local communities, and unforgettable adventures.
Tsukiji
Eat Your Way Through Tokyo
Come hungry.
Explore Tsukiji's legendary food scene and taste your way through Japanese street food. Try fresh seafood, grilled bites, colorful sweets, and seriously camera worthy snacks.
The Challenge: Find the best bite in Tsukiji.
Nakameguro
Find Your Tokyo Aesthetic
Explore one of Tokyo's coolest neighborhoods, known for its stylish streets, cafés, and laid back atmosphere.
Grab a fresh cream filled donut, check out trending cafés, and wander through Nakameguro to discover a side of Tokyo that feels straight out of your feed.
And yes, I'm donut ? is on the list.
The Challenge: Capture your ultimate “Tokyo aesthetic” moment.
Kamakura & Enoshima
Escape the City
Trade Tokyo's neon lights for historic temples, ocean views, and laid back coastal vibes.
See the Great Buddha, explore the streets of Kamakura, and enjoy the beautiful coastline around Enoshima.
This day goes beyond sightseeing.
Take part in a local volunteer experience and connect with the community. It's a chance to experience Japan from a different perspective and meet people along the way.
Tokyo DisneySea
Main Character Day
There's Disney.
And then there's Tokyo DisneySea.
Spend the day exploring one of Japan's most iconic theme parks, with incredible rides, unique food, and amazing scenery.
No challenge today. Just have fun and make some core memories.
Shimokitazawa
The Tokyo Thrift Haul
Ready to thrift?
Explore the vintage shops of Shimokitazawa and hunt for pieces you probably won't find back home. Discover Japanese streetwear, vintage tees, denim, accessories, and unexpected gems.
Then put together your own Tokyo thrift fit.
The Challenge: Create the best outfit on your budget.
Shin Okubo
Seoul Energy, Tokyo Edition
Discover another side of Tokyo in Shin Okubo, the city's Koreatown.
Explore K pop, Korean street food, beauty, fashion, photo booths, and the neighborhood's energetic youth culture.
Grab a snack, find your favorite K pop shop, try a Korean photo booth, and explore with your friends.
It's a fun way to experience the mix of cultures that makes modern Tokyo what it is today.
NOT JUST A TRIP TO JAPAN.
This isn't about checking places off a sightseeing list.
It's about tasting Tokyo, exploring new cultures, finding your own style, connecting with people, and experiencing Japan for yourself.
Come home with more than photos.
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