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Discover. Challenge. Grow.

Japan Bound by GPI US is a professionally tailored cross-cultural experience designed to expand the mind of high school students while experiencing local Japanese communities and activities. We believe interacting with different cultures at a young age is key to personal growth and professional development later in life.

Summer travel for young adventurers looking for something more meaningful.

Japan Bound is about more than just travel - Our programs foster independent thinking, self reflection, and change-making. Through workshops, guest speakers, and independent projects over the course of the trip, Japan Bound participants will challenge themselves and break out of their comfort zone.

Students will travel across the country visiting a unique, thought provoking variety of sites in Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Kagoshima. Each location offers a specially designed itinerary guided by our staff and locals to insure an authentic experience.

For more details about the program check out our interactive map of Japan below!

Price

$2,650 + $300 Rail Pass* + Airfare**

Dates

June 19 - July 5

July 10 - July 27

August 14 - August 31

Grades

9, 10, 11, 12

Destinations

Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kagoshima

Language Requirement

No Japanese ability required

Included in Price

- Accommodations (including Homestay)

- Breakfast and dinners

- All activities (see below)

- All transportation

*Price of JR pass subject to change

**Must be purchased on own and must arrive before the starting date of the program

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Japan Bound Activities

Meet the Japan Bound Team

Shuhei Teshima

Shuhei Teshima is a guitarist, photographer, and educator. He came to Boston in 2006 receiving a scholarship from Berklee College of Music. Since graduating from the college in 2010, he has been expanding his profession to visual arts and education, and currently working on developing educational curriculum to cultivate thinking skills through arts. He's applies his craft to children, adults and people from all around the world. He's excited to share his home, Kagoshima, with the world.

Tyler Bartels

Tyler is one of the creators of our Japan Bound programs. He graduated from Boston University with a degree in International Relations Major. Growing up, he lived all over the US in places, such as, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington DC and St Louis. After being exposed to Japanese in High School and College, Tyler went on to study in Japan and eventually live there for a time teaching English. After returning to the States from Japan, he’s made it his focus to continue bridging the gap between

Angus Schaefer

Angus Schaefer is born and raised in Massachusetts. After graduating from Tufts University, Angus lived and worked as a teacher and illustrator in Oita, Japan. He now continues his work inspiring youth in America at GPI US.

Akiko Nagamatsu

After graduating with a B.A in Speech Communications in the States, Akiko moved back to Japan and worked for Sumitomo Metal Industries in Japan. She then spent many years as a public affairs officer for the Base Commander at Yokota Air Force Base, Japan. After returning to the U.S., she worked for Harvard University's Linguist Department emeritus professor, Dr. Susumu Kuno. Akiko now works inspiring Japanese youth as the East Coast Regional Manager of GPI US.

Chikara Kurahashi

As the CEO of GPI US, I feel extremely fortunate to be able to provide the next generation with these kinds of life-changing opportunities that were instrumental in shaping my future. Our organization acts as a vehicle for educators who not only share this same passion and desire, but also who want to provide their students with opportunities that set them up for success in this highly global world.

Tomiko Ikegami

Shuhei Teshima

Shuhei Teshima is a guitarist, photographer, and educator. He came to Boston in 2006 receiving a scholarship from Berklee College of Music. Since graduating from the college in 2010, he has been expanding his profession to visual arts and education, and currently working on developing educational curriculum to cultivate thinking skills through arts. He's applies his craft to children, adults and people from all around the world. He's excited to share his home, Kagoshima, with the world.

Tyler Bartels

Tyler is one of the creators of our Japan Bound programs. He graduated from Boston University with a degree in International Relations Major. Growing up, he lived all over the US in places, such as, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington DC and St Louis. After being exposed to Japanese in High School and College, Tyler went on to study in Japan and eventually live there for a time teaching English. After returning to the States from Japan, he’s made it his focus to continue bridging the gap between

Angus Schaefer

Angus Schaefer is born and raised in Massachusetts. After graduating from Tufts University, Angus lived and worked as a teacher and illustrator in Oita, Japan. He now continues his work inspiring youth in America at GPI US.

Akiko Nagamatsu

After graduating with a B.A in Speech Communications in the States, Akiko moved back to Japan and worked for Sumitomo Metal Industries in Japan. She then spent many years as a public affairs officer for the Base Commander at Yokota Air Force Base, Japan. After returning to the U.S., she worked for Harvard University's Linguist Department emeritus professor, Dr. Susumu Kuno. Akiko now works inspiring Japanese youth as the East Coast Regional Manager of GPI US.

Chikara Kurahashi

As the CEO of GPI US, I feel extremely fortunate to be able to provide the next generation with these kinds of life-changing opportunities that were instrumental in shaping my future. Our organization acts as a vehicle for educators who not only share this same passion and desire, but also who want to provide their students with opportunities that set them up for success in this highly global world.

Tomiko Ikegami

CONTACT US

Office: (617) 475-1637

Cell: (781) 539-5785

GPI US, Los Angeles Office

3325 Wilshire Blvd #711

Los Angeles, CA 90010 USA

GPI US, Boston Office

50 Milk St. 16th Floor

Boston, MA 02109 USA

GPI US also has offices in these locations where you can become a part of the experience!

Seattle
San Francisco
New York

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We are always looking to connect with members of our community to enhance our Japan programs!