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I thought the speech contest was a lot of fun!

Brooke from 2012

Which events or activities did you find the most satisfying and why?

I thought the speech contest was a lot of fun! My class won the 応援 contest, which was really exciting and fun! I thought all of the speakers did a great job and I enjoyed spending the day watching all of the various events and performances.

What were the most productive and interesting aspects of the program for you? The least interesting and productive?

Overall, everything has been fine. I think my Japanese class itself (level 4) had been the most productive and interesting part of the program, even though it has been very difficult and challenging, only because I am able to practice my Japanese in class and I am forced to work hard to improve every day. There are some things I would change, but overall it has all been fine! I look forward to continuing to study at KCP in the Fall semester.

Where did you reside over the course of this program?

Dormitory

Where did you live?

Ikebukuro Dorm

Were you pleased with the general living arrangements? Anything you especially liked? Any problems you experienced?

I really like the Ikebukuro area, and how easy it is to commute back and forth from school. I like how quiet the room is, and I'm glad that nearly everything was provided for me in advance (utilities, internet, etc.) I wish I had more cooking space, but that can't be helped! In general, I enjoy living here and look forward to continuing to live here in the Fall.

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In general, I think the KCP program is really great and I’m very glad I decided to do it. It was a lot of work, but I learned a lot, met many interesting people from all over the world, and got to have a very different experience of Japan than the normal tourist.

—Marc Kwiatkowski