35 high school students from China visited Tokyo Tech
On July 16, 35 high school students from China visited Tokyo Tech as part of the “Sakura Exchange Program in Science” promoted by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).
In small groups, the students exchanged opinions on designated topics with students from Tokyo Tech, KAIST, and Tsinghua University who are participating in the TKT CAMPUS Asia program. After the discussions, the high school students in each group made presentations.
Cultural differences between your home country and Japan
Students mentioned that there appeared to be more convenience stores, hospitals and dentists in Japan than in China. In addition, they noted the various kinds of sweets available in Japan. In terms of interpersonal relationships, the high school students mentioned that Japanese people respect each other and often smile. In China, people usually shake hands, whereas in Japan, they bow in greeting.
What impressed or surprised you most in Japan
Students noticed that streets and rivers are clean, and the trains run on time. In addition, Japanese wait at red lights. While the high school students were impressed that plastic shopping bags were free of charge, they were surprised at the expense when taking a taxi ride, getting a haircut, and buying fruits and vegetables.
Products, techniques or services that do not exist in Japan but exist in your home country
Students mentioned that shopping malls close earlier in Japan, and hot drinks and rental bicycles appear less available than in their home countries.
After the wrap-up by Prof. Masahiko Hara, a group photo was taken.
On July 16, 35 high school students from China visited Tokyo Tech as part of the “Sakura Exchange Program in Science” promoted by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).
In small groups, the students exchanged opinions on designated topics with students from Tokyo Tech, KAIST, and Tsinghua University who are participating in the TKT CAMPUS Asia program. After the discussions, the high school students in each group made presentations.
Cultural differences between your home country and Japan
Students mentioned that there appeared to be more convenience stores, hospitals and dentists in Japan than in China. In addition, they noted the various kinds of sweets available in Japan. In terms of interpersonal relationships, the high school students mentioned that Japanese people respect each other and often smile. In China, people usually shake hands, whereas in Japan, they bow in greeting.
What impressed or surprised you most in Japan
Students noticed that streets and rivers are clean, and the trains run on time. In addition, Japanese wait at red lights. While the high school students were impressed that plastic shopping bags were free of charge, they were surprised at the expense when taking a taxi ride, getting a haircut, and buying fruits and vegetables.
Products, techniques or services that do not exist in Japan but exist in your home country
Students mentioned that shopping malls close earlier in Japan, and hot drinks and rental bicycles appear less available than in their home countries.
After the wrap-up by Prof. Masahiko Hara, a group photo was taken.