Traveling to Japan this summer was truly an amazing experience. I do not think I would have ever made the trip on my own, but SPC made it possible. This has been my first SPC Study Abroad trip, and I have nothing but good things to say. Our itinerary was wonderfully made, and Professor Newsom and our tour guide did a phenomenal job. It was nice to have a group of people to go with and I am excited for the friends I have made through it. It was such a fun adventure, and I am so glad I was given this opportunity.

Japan is truly a must-see country with so much to offer. I had the best food during my trip as well as my new favorite drink, their McDonalds mango smoothie. Culture and tradition alone are beautiful, but the sights are on another level. Temples and shrines are each uniquely serene and breath taking and the natural landscape is like nothing I have seen before. One experience that I loved was being able to see Mount Fuji from the bullet train to Kyoto. Also, the Kimono wearing experience at the Asakusa Sensoji Temple was definitely my favorite thing we did. Japan is one of those places you have to go to so you can truly appreciate it. The picture is of Tokyo Tower, which we were able to visit during our free time.

– Sydney, SPC Japan Study Abroad Program, May 2026