nextGEN - Summer program for minors
What is nextGEN?
nextGEN is a special package program offered only during Summer at Genki Japanese and Culture School’s Fukuoka branch. It combines the best, most fun activities of our Traditional Culture and Pop Culture courses with special services only availble to minors. Spending your Summer in Japan has never been easier or more convenient!
You will study 20 lessons of Japanese per week, and then take 3 "experience" classes every Saturday. Classes include tea ceremony, pottery, manga drawing, cosplay and more!
- Japanese classes focus on communication skills, and Japanese for daily life.
- Classes have a maximum of 8 students each.
- Specific activities change depending on the season and availability.
- Classes and activities may be shared with adult students, but will always be supervised by school staff
Fukuoka school only | Available for ages 14-19 | Available June-August only
Sample Junior Course Activities
*Sample schedule only. Actual schedule may differ.
| Class 1 | Class 2 | Class 3 | |
| 1st week | Otaku (nerd) map tour of Fukuoka Visit all the "nerd/geek" hotspots in Fukuoka, such as anime/manga shops, game centers, cosplay shops and much more! |
Temples/shrines Learn about the difference between them, and visit the beautiful Tochoji Temple and Kushida Shrine. |
Cosplay lesson Learn about the history and art of dressing up as your favorite characters, and even try it yourself! |
| 2nd week | Flower arranging Learn the formal rules of ikebana, and create your own masterpiece. |
Calligraphy Beautiful Japanese writing is an art and a skill, and you'll learn both. |
Tea ceremony Get in touch with your inner peace while also learning how to wear a traditional kimono or yukata. |
| 3rd week | Manga drawing A professional manga teacher will teach you the basics of character design and layout, and you'll draw your own 4-panel manga! |
Fake plastic food display samples Learn about the industry behind Japanese display food samples, and try your hand at making your own. |
Maid cafe Visit a cafe where the staff are mini-celebrities dressed as French maids, in this Japanese cultural phenomenon that is sweeping the world. |
| 4th week | Zazen meditation A real monk will teach you the skill of sitting meditation, and if you're lucky may also hit you with a bamboo stick (less intense than it sounds, we promise!) |
Kyara-ben (character bento) Practice making Japanese-style packed lunches with a twist - your lunch is also an artwork of your favorite manga/anime/game character! |
Swordfighting A highly trained teacher will give you an introductory lesson in Japanese toujutsu swordfighting techniques using real wooden katana swords. Try not to hurt yourself! |
| 5th week | Neko cafe Visit a cat cafe, where you can play with felines while you enjoy your drinks. Don't take any home! |
Art gallery Learn about traditional Japanese art techniques throughout the ages. |
Japanese garden Visit a traditional Japanese garden, and learn about Japan's relationship with nature. |
We also have a variety of free activities available on days when you'll have a bit of free time: a weekly city tour, Japanese movie night, Friday party, visits to Japanese high schools, and more. You'll never be bored on this program!
Accommodation
Students can choose to stay in a host family, or supervised dormitory.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Dates Offered
- Classes start every Monday from the first Monday in June to the last Monday in August.
- Course must finish by the end of August.
- Complete beginner students can start on the following dates:
First and third Monday in June, July and August - Junior students can study at other times of year, but will have to join adult courses
Additional Services
- Airport pickup
- 24-hour emergency contact available
- Personal alarm, pocket wifi rentals available
- Courses for junior groups available year-round!
Sample package prices
| Item | 2 weeks | Additional week |
| Tuition | ||
| Japanese Plus Activities course | ￥106,500 | ￥42,500 |
| Accommodation | ||
| Homestay option | ￥47,900 | ￥19,200 |
| Dormitory option | ￥43,500 | ￥17,000 |
