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Japan's small size means that so much of the country is just a day trip away. Student activites, parties and class field trips take our students to numerous sites within the city limits, where the energy and diversity of Tokyo are waiting to be discovered.
Lakeland University Japan is located in the heart of Ryogoku - the center of sumo wrestling in the world. The campus is located just minutes from the train station. One step into the campus as you’re amongst friends and colleagues; a few steps out and a city of 35 million and unlimited opportunity is at your fingertips. New York may be the city that never sleeps, but Tokyo is the city that never ceases to amaze.
Campus finds itself in a serene location surrounded by parks, museums, and Sumida River. The Edo-Tokyo Museum, the Sword Museum, the Earthquake Museum and Sumida Hokusai Museum are within a 10-minute walk. You can cross the street and visit the Former Yasuda Garden and the Yokoamicho Park. While there you can watch the koi or spend time reflecting on war and peace. Of course, there is one of the largest cities in the world for you to experience.
There’s no need to worry if this is your first time in Tokyo, or even your first time overseas. Our new student orientations will help guide you to a smooth start to your college life here. From how to maneuver around the city, to how to get a cell phone and open a bank account, our staff are here to make sure you are ready for an unforgettable experience with us.
Student activites, parties and class field trips take our students to numerous sites within the city limits, where the energy and diversity of Tokyo are waiting to be discovered. The circular Yamanote Line rings the Imperial Palace, stopping at major sites in the city: Tokyo Station, the Ginza, Electric Town in Akihabara, the grand park and zoo at Ueno, major shopping districts in Ikebukuro, Shibuya, and Shinjuku, right down to the trendy fashion Mecca of Harajuku. Within the circle is the seat of Japan's government, Tokyo Tower, the International embassy districts of Azabu and Roppongi, with numerous museums, galleries, sports stadiums, parks, towers, and so much else in between. (Did we forget to mention Tokyo Disneyland?) Just a very few places our students visit:
Japan's small size means that so much of the country is just a day trip away, and there is no shortage of natural beauty and history in Tokyo's Kanto region. Right next door is historic Yokohama, and its famous Chinatown. Nearby you'll find the mountains of Western Tokyo, including the popular Mt. Takao, or the famous Kamakura, home to the great outdoor statue of Buddha, with the beaches and small Islands around Enoshima just nearby. Not far from there are the resorts of the Izu peninsula. To the north are the nature resorts of Nasu Kogen, and the famous city of Nikko, home to the Three Monkeys and spectacular Autumn forests challenging even those of New England. Northwest has the popular mountain resort of Karuizawa, with excellent skiing in winter. And, as always, the iconic Mt. Fuji, open for climbers in the summer, with resorts dotting the landscape all around the mountain and its treasured five lakes. You can find waterfalls, historical villages, ancient castles, and especially hot-spring resorts—too many places to visit in a lifetime.
Have a passion for the arts? How about escaping for a night hike with your classmates up Mt. Fuji? Whether you are the outdoor adventure type, artistic museum type, or anything in between...there are unlimited ways to fill in your weekends and semester breaks when you enter our Japan campus.
Despite the hustle and bustle of the area immediately surrounding Shinjuku Station, there are several tranquil spots nearby that can be used to escape. A 5-minute walk from our campus will put you at the front gates of the Former Yasuda Garden and its relaxing koi pond or the Yokoamicho Park and Memorial Hall. Memorial Hall serves to remind us of the victims of the WWII Tokyo air raids.
If you'd like some adventurous culture, how about a visit to the Edo period of Japan at the Edo-Tokyo Museum? If you get tired of that, there are many others, including a Fire Museum, Toy Museum, and even a special Sword museum. However, if art and music are what you want, the Tokyo Opera City has a concert hall and art gallery, along with a variety of permanent and seasonal exhibits in halls around the neighborhood.
Entertainment in Ryogoku is varied so you will find something for everyone. Ryogoku is the home of Kokugikan sumo stadium, which is across the street from our campus, is the spiritual and physical heart of sumo and hosted Olympic boxing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Go to the Kira Mansion Ruins and see all that remains of the mansion that was home to Kira Yoshinaka - the bad guy in 47 Ronin. Hop onto a Sumida River cruise and experience views of Kachidoki's towers and Rainbow Bridge.
In Ryogoku you can shop like a local and find the perfect sandals, and clothing inspired by the Edo period with a unique and modern touch. Go out for dinner and find a wide variety of foods, but also restaurants that pay homage to the Edo period when Ryogoku emerged as a center of entertainment. The Edo Noren located next to the JR Ryogoku Station will bring you that nostalgic period for shopping and dining in one place.
