Shinshu University International Exchange Trip 2010
10.10.13.
Shinshu University International Center (SUIC) has carried out the annual university-wide international trip in August 9-10 in southern Shinshu area.
On the first day, the 84 participants (58 international students, 17 Japanese students and 9 faculty staff in charge of international affairs) headed for the destination of the day, a Japane-style accommodation in local mountainous Hirugami Onsen area, on 2 motor-coaches.
There, they were divided into 8 groups and discussed about "studying abroad", "getting employed", and "marriage", then each group presented sum-up of what they had discussed about in front of all the members from 12 countries. This feedback session was held in a relaxed and friendly but exciting atmosphere, and many of them later gave positive remarks about this group discussion that it was a valuable experience to be exposed to various different cultures like customs or way of thinking.
2-hour group discussion feedback presentation
In the evening, after enjoyed traditional Japanese cuisine and onsen bathing, they gathered in a hall and furthered deepened exchange with each other until late at night.
On the second day, they visited some tourist spots such as traditional craft factory, "Tsumago-jyuku"; one of the best preserved post towns in Japan, and "Kantenpapa Garden" which is popular among young people. We believe it was an excellent opportunity for the participants to better understand Japanese culture.
Enjoying traditional Japanese cuisine At "Tsumago-jyuku"
