CulturaGo's Japanese Culture Course
Think you know Japan? Now you can understand Japan on a whole new level. This course will expand your knowledge of the country’s unique lifestyle customs and the ancient dynasties that influenced them. Find out how Japanese culture shock manifests, and get tips on the best ways to cope. You’ll finish this course with a fresh appreciation for the vibrant blend of old and new that makes up modern Japanese culture. Use it to go out in the world, connect with others, and create your own incredible intercultural experiences.
Discover Japanese Culture
The intricacies of Japanese culture are revealed in our in-depth course which covers core ideas like pragmatism, Menboku and Kenminsei.
ENROLLDiscover Japanese culture to unlock more meaningful experiences abroad
- Connect with the locals: have the confidence to socialize outside of your circle and make life-long friendships
- Avoid embarrassing faux pas: youā€™ll make better first impressions when you interact with respect and maturity
- Handle culture shock like a pro: knowing what to expect and how to handle it reduces anxiety
- See the 'real' Japan: use your insider knowledge to steer clear of tourist traps and seek the most authentic experiences
- Make the most of every moment: return home from Japan without any regrets or missed opportunities
What’s included?
This course contains everything you need to truly immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of Japan.
- Six jam-packed modules
- A friendly course guide to lead the way
- Interviews with over 15 locals & expats
- Inspiring images and videos
- Handy course summaries
- Fun quizzes per module
- Official completion certificate
Meet Erika, your Japanese course guide
Erika Tone was born in Tokyo and moved to Northern California when she was a child. Although she’s spent most of her life in the US, her family still lives in Japan and she maintains a strong connection to her roots.
“I’ve come to realize what a privilege it is to be exposed to Japanese culture, which is so rich in history and tradition. Guiding you through this course is my way to pay homage to Japan”
- Erika Tone, Japan Course Guide
Learner Feedback
A big thank you to learners who have taken part in the course and provided us with invaluable feedback and reviews.
Holly, a university student and CulturaGo course learner in Japan
"Not only did this course make me more prepared to enter Japan, but it also put me at ease by knowing that unexpected social norms and customs would be one less thing to worry about when getting settled in. The mix of informative written passages, videos from other travelers and natives, and links to specific resources provided a wealth of information that made me feel ready to tackle all of the new experiences that come with being abroad. I can't imagine a more comprehensive yet concise summary of all that there is to know before entering a foreign country, and I am extremely thankful to have had this primer!"
Behind the scenes
CulturaGo’s Introduction to Japanese Culture is the combined effort of many passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals.
Let’s begin with the course creators: George Pytcher and Marcello Francioni (anthropologist of Japan with a PhD from SOAS University). They’ve poured a wealth of experience into this course and imparted all the best tips for living in Japan.
Cultural specialists and senior lecturers at prestigious universities have also lent their expertise to Introduction to Japanese Culture. Their careful auditing of the course material has kept us true to our core values of accountability and accuracy.
But that’s not all.
Introduction to Japanese Culture draws on the wisdom and first-hand accounts of over twenty-four contributors. This includes teachers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and engineers from various areas of Japan, as well as expats from countries like the US, UK, and South Africa.
We’ve put a lot of work into making this course the best it can be!
