From fishing village to iconic capital of Japan, Tokyo is a bustling and exciting metropolis that presents some amazing opportunities for school groups. Language lessons will help your group to understand the complexities of Japanese culture and will also give them a head start in the markets, shops and restaurants however, English is widely spoken especially by the under 35s. Sightseeing, shopping or relaxing in a local park are all recommended activities.
Subject Focus:
- KS 4-5: Discover and understand Japanese in a variety of contexts.
- KS 4-5: Gain knowledge of Japanese vocabulary and structures.
- KS 4-5: Encourage transferable language learning skills.
- KS 4-5: Strengthen the ability to communicate effectively in Japanese.
- KS 4-5: Promote awareness and understanding of countries and communities where Japanese is spoken.
Student Outcomes:
- Learn more about the language, people and culture of Japan.
- Strengthen and practice Japanese in everyday situations.
- Visit the temples, monuments and parks of Tokyo.
- Learn more about Japanese lifestyles and how they compare and contrast with our own.
- Develop independence and maturity away from home.
It makes a huge difference as a busy teacher to have people on the other end of the phone who always seem to be so helpful with solving the inevitable problems that arise in the organisation of such trips. 
