At Kyoto University, international students and students planning to study abroad can receive support from student office assistants (OAs), known as Peer Tutors. These tutors work at a table in front of the office of International Education and Student Mobility Division (IESMD).
| Working hours | Monday–Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 (except on holidays and the Peer Tutors' days off, such as during the New Year's break) |
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| Location | 2nd floor (directly above ground level) of the Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences (ILAS) building, Yoshida-South Campus |
Consultation
Students who have questions about life in Japan or are planning to study abroad are encouraged to consult the Peer Tutors. Many of the tutors are former exchange students and can therefore offer firsthand advice on studying abroad. Feel free to drop by the service space to learn more.
Language exchange
Language exchange at Kyoto University is supported through the “Language-exchange Online Bulletin Board”, a platform designed to connect students seeking partners for language learning and exchange. For instance, a Japanese learner can use this system to find a fellow student studying English. The platform supports a wide variety of language combinations.
Make the most of this opportunity to prepare for overseas travel, study, research, and other activities while deepening your cultural understanding.
For registration and usage details, please visit:
Kyoto University Language-exchange (accessible only to KyotoU students)
International exchange events
International exchange events are opportunities for students from around the world to get to know each other, and are held on an ad hoc basis. Follow the link below to learn about past events and visit KULASIS for upcoming event announcements.
Japanese language learning opportunities
Japanese language learning opportunities and learning materials for loan are available as follows: