Homestay Program

The homestay program is only available to the CJS students. Nanzan University commissions the arrangement of homestays to a partner company, Nextage Co., Ltd (Homestay in Japan), which introduces each student to a suitable host family.

The CJS homestay program started when CJS was first established, with the belief that the experience of sharing daily life with a Japanese family enables students to learn Japanese culture firsthand and deepen the ties between the student and the host family.

Today, Nanzan University works with a trusted partner company to provide students with a high-quality homestay experience. In coordination with Nanzan, the company’s dedicated staff handle all necessary arrangements and support both students and host families, helping each student create wonderful, lifelong memories.

Students placed with a host family have the opportunity to enjoy experiences that are not available to those living in a dormitory or rented room, such as participating in traditional Japanese celebrations. Living with a Japanese family also provides an excellent opportunity for CJS students to develop their Japanese language skills through daily life and communication at home.

Students are provided with their own bedrooms. Two meals a day (breakfast and dinner) are also provided by the host family.

Most host families are located within approximately 60 minutes of Nanzan University by public transportation. Students are responsible for their own transportation expenses, which may be up to ¥15,000 per month. As host families may not always live close to the university, students should consider commuting time when selecting their housing preference in the admission application. Commuting by public transportation is considered a normal part of the study abroad experience.

Students applying for the homestay program are required to select “Homestay” option in their admission application, and provide personal information regarding their interests, personality, and expectations to facilitate an appropriate match. Careful effort is made to match students with families who share similar ways of thinking, in the hope that each homestay will develop into a warm and lasting relationship.

Fall / Spring Semester	77,000 yen / month
Summer Program	185,000 yen (total)

*This information is as of Fall 2026.

*An additional arrangement fee of 11,000 yen per person applies for Fall and Spring semester.