Study Abroad Experiences in Japan
International Students’ Interviews
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- Marcus Venecius De Zousa
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- Brazil
- Soka University
- Q.
- Why did you decide to study in Japan?
- A.
- Soka university is the main reason to study in Japan. My family is totally attached to Soka gakkai and Professor Ikeda’s vision coming to Japan was always a dream since then.
- Q.
- What was the biggest challenge you experienced while studying abroad in Japan?
- A.
- The biggest challenges was surviving in Japan financially. Even though I had a poor Japanese knowledge, I could teach English for Japanese students where I could make a little income and scholarship from the university helped me to overcome the challenges.
- Q.
- What can international students enjoy in Japan other than studying?
- A.
- Apart from studying, there are many things to do in Japan. Enjoying club activities, participating in university events were best extra activities I contributed.
- Q.
- What advice can you give to those who are thinking of studying in Japan?
- A.
- My advice for the newcomers is building up confidence. If you are confident on what you’re doing nobody can stop you, and you can achieve your dreams in Japan.
- Q.
- From 1 to 10 what is your satisfaction rate so far in Japan as an international student?
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- Out of 10, I will rate 8 since it is challenging to survive in Japan due to language issues and rest is totally amazing.
Interview Date: August 2021
