WARD OFFICE VISITS!

For Visa Sponsored JA students staying in the dorms: Group Ward Office Visits are pre-scheduled. Upon checking in your dorm on Monday, January 5th, you will receive more instructions.

For Visa Sponsored JA students at independent housing or homestay: Please make sure you visit your local ward office according to your new address. 
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ONLY FOR JAPAN ADMIT STUDENTS WHO REGISTERED IN ADVANCE ON THE WELCOME WEEK REGISTRATION FORM AND ARE NOT ATTENDING A WARD OFFICE VISIT TODAY

9:30AM-3PM Discover Kawagoe, Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture
A very nice outing in the historical city of Kawagoe for Japan Admit students and Study Abroad students together! Kawagoe is a city located in Saitama Prefecture that used to work as a strategic point for the Edo Shogun. Since the city still preserved many buildings from the Edo period, it is popularly known as "Little Edo". Don't miss this opportunity of traveling in time to ancient Japan!
This trip is only available for students not attending a Ward Office visit today. That takes priority over this trip!

Tours are subject to modifications and changes
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If you don't fall into any of the above two categories, then this is a free day for you.

10AM-11AM Intro to Academics & GenEd, Parliament Student Lounge (Next to Cafeteria) 🎟️
This panel introduces students to academic life at TUJ and showcases the experiences of current students and faculty. To help students transition smoothly to TUJ, an overview of the General Education program, academic expectations, and various course experiences will be explored. 

11AM-12PM Majors Sessions, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Floor Classrooms 
Find your friends for life from day one! Meet late-night study buddies, future partners on group projects, and faculty mentors in your major at this session. Professors will discuss major requirements, upcoming courses, and opportunities during and after TUJ. 

12PM-1PM Lunch with Admissions Counseling, Cafeteria 
Lunch is served! Come to the TUJ Cafeteria and have lunch with fellow classmates. Food will be provided by our Admissions Counseling Department; the good folks who helped you get admitted to TUJ!

1PM-2PM How to College, Parliament Student Lounge 🎟️
In this session, you’ll learn time management and study techniques, as well as how to use support services, including the Career Development Office who will support you if you are planning to find a job in Japan after you graduate!

2PM-3PM Get Lost Abroad! Study Abroad Info Session, Parliament Student Lounge 🎟️
Welcome to Tokyo, and we are happy to see you in Japan finally! Now it’s time to think about leaving Japan…whether to explore Temple campuses in Philadelphia or in Rome, or to study abroad through Temple exchanges in South Korea, Taiwan, or the UK. Discover study abroad options for TUJ students and start thinking about where your next destination will be.

2PM-3PM Last-Minute Registration Session with AAC, Room 306 
Recommended for students who have not yet registered or have major registration changes.

3PM-4PM Financial Aid Fundamentals, Parliament Student Lounge
No, money does not grow on trees. And, yes, you do have to pay that loan back. >_< 
This session is to better help you understand how the financial aid system works at TUJ and give you some tips on fiscal responsibility

4PM-5PM Japan Post Bank Session, Computer Lab (Room 506) 
While living in Japan, you will need to open a bank account! International new students will need to use Japan Post Bank in order to open an account. This session is to assist you scheduling an appointment with Japan Post Bank.

WARD OFFICE VISITS!

For Visa Sponsored JA students staying in the dorms: Group Ward Office Visits are pre-scheduled. Upon checking in your dorm on Monday, January 5th, you will receive more instructions.

For Visa Sponsored JA students at independent housing or homestay: Please make sure you visit your local ward office according to your new address. 

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ONLY FOR JAPAN ADMIT STUDENTS WHO REGISTERED IN ADVANCE ON THE WELCOME WEEK REGISTRATION FORM AND ARE NOT ATTENDING A WARD OFFICE VISIT TODAY

9:30AM-3PM Discover Kawagoe, Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture
A very nice outing in the historical city of Kawagoe for Japan Admit students! Kawagoe is a city located in Saitama Prefecture that used to work as a strategic point for the Edo Shogun. Since the city still preserved many buildings from the Edo period, it is popularly known as "Little Edo". Don't miss this opportunity of traveling in time to ancient Japan!
This trip is only available for students not attending a Ward Office visit today. That takes priority!

Tours are subject to modifications and changes

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If you don't fall into any of the above two categories, then this is a free day for you.

9:30AM-12PM Campus Tours of TUJ, Starting in Cafeteria 🎟️
Building tours start from 9:30 at the cafeteria. Student Workers will show you around the TUJ and SWU (Showa Women's University) campuses so you can familiarize yourself with the facilities and visit the student support offices.  

10AM-11AM Veteran & GI Bill Info Session, Room 301
Thank you for your service! As part of the New Students Welcome Week, TUJ has included an info session for veterans and students using the GI Bill at TUJ. Here you can meet fellow Veteran and GI Bill dependent students and learn about some of the resources TUJ provides to you.

11AM-12PM Visa Session - MANDATORY for ALL students studying at TUJ under a student visa, 3rd floor
If you are going to be studying at TUJ on a student visa (including those who switched from another school in Japan) then you MUST attend this session!

12PM-2PM Lunch on Your Own
Explore the countless restaurants around our campus in Sangenjaya! If you need help finding good nearby restaurants, check out OwlSide Recommendations. There are also many convenience and grocery stores nearby if you’re looking to grab and go!

12PM-3PM Club Fair! Workshops and Activities by TUJ Clubs, Parliament Student Lounge (Next to Cafeteria)
TUJ Clubs have prepared some workshops and fun things to do in the Cafeteria and Parliament! Stop by for a minute and enjoy this opportunity to make some friends while having fun.

2PM-3PM Life Essentials – Your Guide to Living in Japan, Rooms 301 and 303 🎟️
In this session, we will teach you the essentials of living in Japan! In addition, we will provide you with some mental health resources while living in Japan.

2PM-3PM Next Stop: Japan! Travel in Japan Info Session with Student Engagement, Rooms 312 and 314 🎟️
Our Student Engagement Team has prepared a presentation about traveling in Japan!
Learn about the activities and trips Engagement has planned for the semester, as well as tips and recommendations for planning your own excursions!!

3PM-4PM Life Essentials – Your Guide to Living in Japan, Rooms 312 and 314 🎟️
In this session, we will teach you the essentials of living in Japan! In addition, we will provide you with some mental health resources while living in Japan.

3PM-4PM Next Stop: Japan! Travel in Japan Info Session with Student Engagement, Rooms 301 and 303 🎟️
Our Student Engagement Team has prepared a presentation about traveling in Japan!
Learn about the activities and trips Engagement has planned for the semester, as well as tips and recommendations for planning your own excursions!!

4PM-5PM Hoot for Diversity - Students' Sharing their Multicultural Journeys at TUJ, Rooms 301 and 303 🎟️
Start building your community at TUJ with a fun Q&A session with current students! In this session, you will get insider tips from current students with diverse backgrounds and be able to ask specific questions about living in Japan and being an Owl at TUJ!

4PM-5PM Keep Calm & College On – Stress Management and Self-Care, Rooms 312 and 314 🎟️
The transition to college or life in a new country is for sure exciting but can be stressful. The TUJ Counseling Office invites you to a discussion on how to take good care of yourself while experiencing an exciting transition to a new environment. 

5PM-7:30PM Hoot Together! New Student Reception, Cafeteria, Parliament, West Gym 
Otsukaresama! It’s time to celebrate! Hosted by TUJ’s very own Program Board, come hang out for a night full of new friends, lots of food, and an exciting raffle with the one and only Dean Wilson! Along with a surprise visit from a very special guest to celebrate with us!

10AM-1PM Explore Tokyo, with TUJ Student Workers 
How about exploring Tokyo before the semester begins? TUJ Student Workers will be accompanying you to some of the most iconic areas in Tokyo, along with our Study Abroad students! This is the perfect chance to make some friends and have fun before classes start!

Planned tours:

• Discover Asakusa
• Discover Ueno Park
• Discover Harajuku and Shibuya
• Discover Nakano and Shinjuku
• Discover Yokohama 

Tours are subject to modifications and changes