People-to-People Exchange

“JENESYS” is a people-to-people exchange program between Japan and the Asia-Pacific region and was launched in 2015. Approximately 23,000 people have participated in the inbound and outbound programs since 2015.

• To promote mutual trust and understanding among the peoples of Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, and to build a basis for future friendship and cooperation.
• To encourage an understanding of Japan’s economics, society, history, diverse culture, politics and diplomatic relations.

(1) INBOUND program (from Asia-Pacific region)

• Participants: Students (high school / university / graduate) and professional individuals
• Duration: Approximately 10 days (including online program)
• Contents:
  • To attend lectures about Japanese politics, economics, society, history, culture, and diplomatic relations to promote a better understanding of Japan.
  • To visit educational sites and institutions, high-tech and traditional industries, world heritage sites, provincial government office; and participating in cross-cultural events, workshops, and discussions with local people.
  • To participate in hands-on learning experience such as home-stays or home-visits, and cultural arts events.
  • To convey information about Japan’s attractions through reporting sessions or Social Networking Services during / after the program.

(2) OUTBOUND program (to Asia-Pacific region)

• Participants: Japanese students (high school / university / graduate)
• Durations: Approximately 10 days (including online program)
• Contents:
  • To convey information about Japanese politics, economics, society, history, culture, and diplomatic relations to promote a better understanding of Japan.
  • To visit Japanese companies, ODA sites, and educational sites, research institutions; and participating in cross-cultural events, workshops, and discussions with local people.
  • To participate in hands-on learning experiences such as home-stays or home-visits, and cultural arts events.

(3) Online Exchange Program

• Participants：Students (high school / university / graduate) and professional individuals
• Contents：Webinar, Exchange of opinion, Virtual site-visit and experience

(4) Alumni Online Program

• Participants：Previous invitees of JENESYS (2015 - present)
• Contents：Alumni Association, Student Conference, Advanced Learning program (e.g. Webinar, Exchange of opinion, Virtual site-visit and experience)