Designated Tokyo Arrival Day

All visiting, short-term student arrivals should plan to arrive on this particular day to move into the dorms between 9:00-21:00. Follow arrival instructions explained by the Temple University Main Campus Education Abroad Office.

Dorm Residents Ward Office Visits

For Visa Sponsored SA students staying in the dorms: Group Ward Office Visits are pre-scheduled. Upon checking into your dorm on Monday, August 24^th, you will receive more instructions. 

For Visa Sponsored SA students at independent housing or homestay: Please make sure you visit your local ward office according to your new address before your scheduled Living in Japan with a Visa session. 

All events on this day are happening at the Hillside Campus near Mizonokuchi Station.

10:00 – 15:00 Building Tours of Hillside Center, Starting in the Lobby

Building tours start at 10 AM in the lobby. Student Workers will show you around the Hillside campus so you can familiarize yourself with the facilities and visit the student support offices.  

11:00 – 12:00 The Owls Perspective - Students' Sharing their Multicultural Journeys at TUJ 🎟️
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!

12:00 – 14:00 Lunch on Your Own
Explore the countless restaurants near Hillside campus and around Mizonokuchi Station! If you need help finding good restaurants, ask us!

14:00 – 15:00 The Fun Starts Here! with Student Engagement 🎟️
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!

15:00 – 16:00 Being the Best You – Stress Management and Self-Care 🎟️

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.

16:00 – 17:00 Everything You Need to Thrive 🎟️

Find out how the Library, Career Development Office, and Information Center can support your journey from your first semester to graduation.

Attendance is required for new visiting, short-term students studying at TUJ for only one or two terms. All events on this day are happening at the City Campus near Sangenjaya Station.

9:30 – 10:00 Arrive at City Campus to check in for the day!

10:00 – 11:00 How to Japan: Japanese Culture & Customs 🎟️
It may take a bit for you to adapt to living in Japan. Join this session to learn more about this country and how to adapt from current students!

11:00 – 12:00 Travel in Japan Session - With Student Engagement 🎟️
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!!

12:00 – 13:00 Lunch with the Office of Student Services and Engagement 🎟️
Join us for lunch and games! Food will be provided by the Office of Student Services and Engagement.

13:00 – 14:00 Credit Internship Info Session
This session is mandatory if you are already scheduled to do an internship during your stay at TUJ.

14:00 – 15:00 Art Major Session

This information session is mandatory if your major is Art or if you are registered for Art and Art History classes at TUJ.

Dorm Residents Ward Office Visits

For Visa Sponsored SA students staying in the dorms: Group Ward Office Visits are pre-scheduled. Upon checking into your dorm on Monday, August 24^th, you will receive more instructions. 

For Visa Sponsored SA students at independent housing or homestay: Please make sure you visit your local ward office according to your new address before your scheduled Living in Japan with a Visa session. 

All events on this day are happening at the City Campus near Sangenjaya Station.

Dorm Residents Ward Office Visits

For Visa Sponsored SA students staying in the dorms: Group Ward Office Visits are pre-scheduled. Upon checking into your dorm on Monday, August 24^th, you will receive more instructions. 

For Visa Sponsored SA students at independent housing or homestay: Please make sure you visit your local ward office according to your new address before your scheduled Living in Japan with a Visa session. 

11:00 – 15:00 Campus Tours of TUJ, Starting in Cafeteria 🎟️
Building tours start from 10 AM 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.  

11:00 – 15:00 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.

15:00 – 17:00 Living in Japan with a Visa (SA) - MANDATORY for ALL students studying at TUJ under a Visa
In this session, we will teach you the essentials of the Japanese visa regulations. This session is MANDATORY for ALL Study Abroad students.

17:00 – 20:00 Hoot Together! New Student Reception

Otsukaresama - great job completing Welcome Week! Now, 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!

10:00 - 12:00 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 Japan Admit students this time! This is the perfect chance to make some friends and have fun before classes start!

Planned tours:

• Explore Enoshima
• Discover Nakano Broadway
• Explore Musashi Koyama Shopping Street
• Discover Sangenjaya