Yamaguchi Historical and Cultural Tour 2026
The Yamaguchi University Historical and Cultural Tour is inviting EduHK students to apply for a 9-day exchange tour to Yamaguchi University!
参加学生募集
1. Objectives
To provide students with an immersive experience, allowing them to interact with Japanese students, visit schools, explore cultural and historical sites, and museums. The aim is to enhance their understanding of Japanese culture, promote mutual understanding, and foster academic collaboration between the students and faculties of both institutions.
2. Quota
20 students
3. Dates and Events
Students will visit Yamaguchi University and participate in a 1-day cultural programme, followed by a 2-day guided tour in Fukuoka and 6-day guided tour in Yamaguchi. The dates are from 25 May to 2 June, 2026.
4. Language Usage
The language of communication during the Yamaguchi University programme will be Japanese, while Cantonese will be used during the Fukuoka & Yamaguchi tour.
5. Expenditure and Subsidy
The 1-day cultural study programme provided by Yamaguchi University is free of charge. However, participants are responsible for covering expenses such as airfare, transportation, accommodation, meal expenses, and workshop/entrance fees. The estimated total expenditure per person is expected to be around HKD $15,000 (tentative). Students can apply for the GLEF (Global Learning Enhancement Fund), which, upon approval, can cover up to a maximum of 50% (Maximum HK$7,500) of their expenses.
6. Eligibility
- This programme is open to full-time undergraduate students of EdUHK in the 2025-26 academic year.
- Japanese language proficiency is not a requirement, but basic communication ability is advised.
7. Tentative Itinerary
(TBA)
8. Application and Enquiry
Aplication Deadline: 24 March 2026 (Tuesday)
For Enquiry, send email to
charleschenjr@eduhk.hk
Charles C. Chen, Jr.
Japanese Programme Coordinator
Department of Linguistics and Modern Language Studies
9. Briefing Session 👁🗨
- 25 April 2026 (Saturday) 14:00 (Zoom)
- 22 May 2026 (Friday) 20:00 (Zoom)
10. Other Information
Global Learning Enhancement Fund (GLEF)
https://www.eduhk.hk/internationalisation/en/financial_supports.php
Website of Yamaguchi University
https://www.yamaguchi-u.ac.jp/english/index.html
Organized by
Japanese Studies, Department of Linguistics and Modern Language Studies
https://www.eduhk.hk/lml/second-major-and-minor/japanese-studies