Category: Japan 2026

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Course Dates: May 18 – June 26, 2026
Travel Dates: May 28 – June 5, 2026

Guess what’s back and better than ever… SPC Japan!!

The program every Titan is talking about is here! Join SPC faculty for the historic, educational and innovative program to Japan. This program will highlight the cities of  Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo.

We will tour the Ueno National Museum, one of Japan’s finest museums, showcasing samurai armor, calligraphy, and historical artifacts.

Visit the Toei Anime Museum. A paradise for anime lovers, featuring exhibits on famous Toei Animation works such as One Piece and Dragon Ball.

Explore amazing sites like the Itsukushima Shrine , the Ryoanji Temple , the • Meiji Shrine, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and various other sites.

Available courses – Students must enroll in at least one course from the list below. If desired, students may enroll in both courses, for a total of 4 credits. Note: Please talk to an advisor to ensure you have met all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites.

Professor: Tara Newsom

  • INR 2002 – International Relations – 3 credits (#1315)
  • IDH 2634H – Service Learning, Honors – 1 credit (#1020)

Lead faculty contacts
After you submit the application online, we will review your application and e-mail you with details of scheduling your interview with the Japan program lead faculty, Tara Newsom (727) 398-8470.

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Student Study Abroad Blog – For a taste of what it’s like to study abroad, read posts from other SPC students below.

SPC Japan: A Wonderful Opportunity

While in Japan, our group visited many different culturally significant places. A few of these were UNESCO World Heritage Sites. World Heritage Sites are landmarks and areas with legal protection administered by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) for having cultural, historical, or scientific significance. These protected sites included Himeji Castle, Peace Memorial … Continue reading SPC Japan: A Wonderful Opportunity

SPC Japan: It was truly unforgettable.

Hello, my name is Sophia and I recently traveled to Japan this past May with SPC. Japan was absolutely breathtaking, and it’s honestly hard to even attempt to describe the entire experience. The culture was so different, the scenery absolutely incredible and just everyone who went on the trip was so amazing. The temples and … Continue reading SPC Japan: It was truly unforgettable.