Why am I not getting a confirmation email after signup?
Check your spam or junk folder. If the message from KCP is in there, please add the email address on the FROM line to your…
Incidentals
What does K–C–P stand for?
Knowledge–Coexistence–Peace.
Should I bring a backpack for my books?
You will need something to carry your books. Every student uses something. Some U.S. students who came without a carry bag had to buy one,…
Can I use an ATM (debit) card in ATM machines in Japan?
First, the debit card must have a VISA or MASTERCARD mark on it. Most international ATMs require these providers. Note that there is usually an…
Can I bring electronics from home? Do I need a converter/adapter?
Yes, you can bring electronic devices such as a laptop or a camera. Whether you need a converter/adapter depends on the model. Usually we recommend…
If my train is delayed on the way to school, does that count against me?
Not if you have a chien-shoumei-sho (delay certificate). It’s a paper slip you can pick up at the ticket gate right after you get off. …
If I have legal issues, what are my options?
For legal issues, go to your embassy for assistance. The embassy can offer you a list of local attorneys and contact your family for you.…
What are the consequences for noncompliance?
When you leave the United States, you are no longer under the jurisdiction of U.S. law. In Japan, you are both subject to Japanese law…
