Experience a side of Japan different from the urban areas here in Kagawa.
The low cost of living and a minimal number of natural disasters makes it a great place to live.
Kagawa is also very welcoming to international students.

• Kagawa is the Gateway to Shikoku

  Kagawa Prefecture is the smallest prefecture in Japan. Located along the coast of the Seto Inland Sea, it is a beautiful place with a calm and comfortable climate that changes with the four seasons in a quintessential Japanese fashion.The capital of the prefecture is Takamatsu City. It is a key transportation hub that flourishes as the “Gateway to Shikoku”.There are more than a dozen round-trip flights daily between Takamatsu Airport and Tokyo.It is an international airport with direct connections to Seoul, Taipei, Shanghai, and Hong Kong.Transportation access by rail or bus to major cities is convenient, and the view of the bridge that connects the islands of Shikoku and Honshu is magnificent.

  

• Enjoy the Culture and Lifestyle

  Life here in Setouchi, in direct contact with the sea, is rich with beautiful scenery and culture.The Setouchi Triennale, an international contemporary art festival held once every three years, takes place here and attracts attention from around the world.Studying abroad is not only about learning at school, but also about the enjoyment that comes from taking part in the local culture and lifestyle.A variety of fascinating encounters await you in Kagawa.

  

• Supporting Life in Japan

  Many schools offer dormitories or provide housing arrangements, which means you can begin your new life in a new place with comfort and peace of mind.The support system for living in Japan is also well established.Additionally, we provide information on part-time jobs suitable for international students as well as guidance on how to write resumes and take interviews.

  

• Same Part-Time Job Wages But a Lower Cost of Living than in Urban Areas

  It is often thought that the cost of living in Japan is high, but prices differ between the big cities and more rural areas.Compared to Tokyo, the cost of living in Kagawa is considerably cheaper.On top of that, there is little difference in part-time job wages.The low cost of living is one of the reasons that Kagawa is recommended as a study abroad destination.

  

Interviews with Vocational School International Students

A Safe Place with Few Natural Disasters

Ms. Pham Thi Hau

Country of origin: Vietnam

I wanted to study in Japan, so I got online and researched where would be good.
I learned that Kagawa Prefecture is a safe place with few worries about typhoons or earthquakes, so I made my decision.
Compared to where I'm from in Vietnam, the risk of typhoons in Kagawa is very low.
By working together with Japanese people, I learned that they are incredibly kind and dedicated, and they are easy to work with.
If you want to work in another country or have an interest in another country's culture, then I think that you should study abroad and have that experience.
Life is short, so I definitely recommend trying it.

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I Want to Continue Living in Japan

Mr. Pradhan Prashant

Country of origin: Nepal

I studied Japanese for the first two years after coming to Japan.
I've always liked cars, so I decided to enroll in a vocational school to learn about automobile maintenance.
At first, I had no experience and didn't know anything about automobile maintenance.
It was really difficult and I also got quite frustrated with myself.
At this company, my colleagues and seniors treat me as a friend and teach me things.
I'm able to work comfortably and ask questions when I need to.
They teach me using easy-to-understand Japanese, so I'm able to enjoy my work.
If you like cars and have an interest in this kind of work, there are schools in Japan and I think you'll be able to get a job here easily.
What I want to do in the future is to continue living in Japan and doing my maintenance work.

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Lower Cost of Living Compare to Big Cities

Ms. Suresh Khattri

Country of origin: Nepal

I think the cost of living in Japan is high, but Kagawa is much cheaper than big cities like Tokyo, so I've never really had any trouble with living expenses.
I do just about all the hotel work here, including greeting guests at the reception desk.
I like everything about my job, but what I especially enjoy is talking with our guests.
I came from Nepal to work here, so I often get asked about Nepal and talk about it.
I think there are a lot of interesting aspects to this job.
Every day I meet new people and have new experiences, and it makes me feel that my work has meaning.

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