Supporting Foreign Students

Supporting foreign students who are the future leaders of local society! In Kyoto, a city filled with universities and colleges, there are approximately 10,000 foreign students. For them to feel secure and comfortable living in Kyoto, a subsidy to the National Health Insurance and courtesy projects for foreign students are available. Foreign students have different cultural backgrounds and they are the bridges between Kyoto and their countries. There are opportunities for them to introduce their own cultures at elementary and junior high schools.

Supporting Japanese Study

I want to express my opinions and thoughts! To better understand foreign nationals living in Japan, it is necessary for them not only to learn Japanese but also understand the social conventions of Japan. We provide support for them to study Japanese in small groups and orientation programs so they can become familiar with everyday life by getting rid of the language barrier and actively participating in community activities.

With Volunteer Members

Increase the number of leaders who promote local international understanding! Getting involved in volunteer activities creates opportunities to think about the further international involvement of Kyoto and multicultural society, which support creating a community where anybody can live in comfort. We are trying to build an energetic Kyoto where every single volunteer can actively promote international involvement in their communities.