How do I exchange and spend money in Japan?
The Japanese unit of money is called Yen. Yen coins are ¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥100, and ¥500. Bills are ¥1000, ¥2000, ¥5000, and ¥10,000.…
5. Daily Logistics
What time is it in Japan?
In Japan, time is measured on a 24-hour clock, 9 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. To convert the 24-hour clock to our 12-hour clock,…
What is commuting like in Tokyo?
The most convenient method for you to get around Tokyo is through the metro subways and trains. Buses tend to be more expensive and slower…
How will I get from my lodging to school? How long is the commute?
Setting up your transport If your lodging is arranged by KCP (dorm or homestay), on your arrival day at the airport you’ll receive a pass…
How do I contact my family and friends while I’m in Japan?
The short answer is: (1) LINE, Skype, or Viber, via wi-fi; (2) texting, via wi-fi or phone; (3) emailing, or (4) calling them. The advantages…
What’s Japan’s transportation system like?
Tokyo features one of the most extensive metropolitan transit systems in the world. It consists of Japan Rail (JR) and private train operators, numerous subway…
What kind of gift do I give my host family?
Gift-giving is an especially meaningful part of Japanese society. Nearly every major train station is lined with gift shops, and entire floors in mega-department stores…
Can I work while studying at KCP?
Japan considers foreign students as being in Japan for the purpose of studying at school, and not for working in a paid job. If you…
Can I vote while abroad?
If an election is scheduled to occur while you are in Japan, you can arrange to vote by mail-in ballot through your U.S. county election office.…
