Tokyo, Japan.

Study abroad in Japan

UF in Japan

Gain invaluable academic and cultural experience in one of the world’s leading economies. UF in Japan: Business Consulting and Cross-Cultural Communication is a six-week program that offers students an immersive journey into the history, culture, and language of Japan.

This unique program combines academic learning with real-world application, providing the rare opportunity to collaborate with a local or national organization on a project-based assignment designed to tackle business challenges while deepening your understanding of Japanese business practices.

Offered Summer B

The program begins with two weeks of virtual coursework in the U.S., followed by four exciting and transformative weeks in Tokyo. While in Japan, you’ll be fully immersed in Japanese culture, gaining insights into the historical and traditional elements of Japanese society. You will also participate in business site visits to learn about Japanese companies, their products, and the ways they navigate both opportunities and challenges in the global economy.

Japanese language is not required. Courses, company visits, and the consulting project will be conducted in English.

Please note: Students are not formally accepted into the program until they submit their application, deposit, and a copy of their passport. You can start your online application today!

Start your UF in Japan application

Warrington’s Japan partner: Learn International

Our country partner in Japan is Learn International. Founded in 2013, LI is an Ireland-based organization that provides direct study abroad opportunities to students, as well as operational support to many U.S. institutions that run study abroad programs. LI will provide in-country support to UF students, faculty, and staff while coordinating onsite programming to meet the academic and cultural goals of this program in Japan.

Program dates

Summer 2025

  • June 30–July 10: Virtual classes through UF
  • July 11: Departure for Tokyo
  • July 12: Arrival in Tokyo
  • July 13–August 8: On-site program in Japan
  • August 9: Departure to the U.S.

Terms of agreement

Students wishing to withdraw from their study abroad program must do so before the following date to avoid fee liability: 

  • Summer: April 1

Students become financially obligated for the full cost of their study abroad if they withdraw after April 1, 2025. Only in extreme circumstances (e.g., serious personal injury, family emergency, etc.) will a student be allowed to petition for withdrawal before the start of the program. 

Petitions will be reviewed by the Associate Dean and Director of the Heavener School of Business. With successful petitions to withdraw from the program after the financial liability deadline, the program partner abroad reserves the right to charge students a withdrawal fee. For more information, please contact the International Program Office.

Academic structure

  • GEB 4956: Cross-Cultural Communication in Business (3 UF GPA credit)
    This course is designed to provide an overview of Japanese culture, including effective business communication across cultures. 
  • GEB 4956: Business Consulting in a Global Setting (3 UF GPA credits)
    Using a project-based model, this course will provide an overview and understanding of management consulting and the various consulting frameworks used by organizations to solve complex business problems to improve operations, enhance performance, and increase revenue. 

Housing

Students will stay in double-occupancy rooms with private bathrooms, in a hotel with daily free breakfasts and internet access.

Outside of the classroom

Students will engage in numerous structured and unstructured cultural activities. Potential activities may include:

  • U.S. Embassy and three Japanese company visits
  • City tour of Tokyo
  • Kimono wearing and tea ceremony
  • Trip to Kamakura
  • Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Tour of Kyoto
  • Nijo Castle
  • Cooking class
  • Team labs (Digital Art Gallery)
  • Excursion to Mt. Fuji