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OGU 2020-2021

www.osaka-gu.ac.jp

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P3 Welcome to Osaka Gakuin University P4 2020-21 Application Procedure P5 2020-21 Academic Calendar P6-7 What Can I Study? P8 Study Workload P9 Where Can I stay? P10 How Much Will it Cost? P11 What Can I Participate In? P12 What Support is There? P13-14 What Facilities Does OGU Offer? P15 What is it Like in Japan? P16 What is OGU Like? P17 Short-term Japanese Language and Culture Programs P18 Who are OGU’s Exchange Partners? P19 Where is OGU?

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The International Center’s mission for international students:

Providing international exchange stu-dents with a life-changing authentic experience of Japan.

Giving students a personalized experi-

ence that they will be able to reflect on and build upon after leaving OGU, where their lives and future will never

be the same.

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Konnichi wa!

Osaka Gakuin University invites you to participate in one of the top Japanese studies program in Japan. Our location is second to none! The campus is locat-ed only thirty minutes from Kyoto, the cultural center of Japan; ten minutes from the downtown Osaka business and entertainment district; forty minutes from Ko-be, one of the world's leading trading ports; sixty minutes from Nara, the oldest historical region of Japan, and about two and a half hours by Shinkansen (Bullet Train) from the nation's capital, Tokyo. Our Japanese studies program is the most progressive, practical and unique in all of Japan. In the morning, we offer inten-sive Japanese language classes. In the afternoon, we offer subject courses relat-ed to Japan and Asia which are instructed in English or Japanese by our highly qualified teachers. The International Center staff also offer extensive support and guidance for each student. They pride themselves on the individual attention given to each and eve-ry international student. If you are interested in a "life-changing," and unforgetta-ble study abroad experience; we await you at Osaka Gakuin University! The International Center Osaka Gakuin University

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2020-21 Application Procedure

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2020-21 Academic Calendar

Fall Semester 21 August – 19 Dec 2020

Aug 23 Arrival in Osaka (Pickup from KIX) Aug 25-29 Orientation Aug 29 Welcome Party Aug 31 Classes Begin Oct 17-18 Kishibe Festival Dec 18 Classes End Dec 18 Closing Ceremony

Spring Semester 18 Jan – 14 May 2021

Jan 13 Arrival in Osaka (Pickup from KIX) Jan 14-15 Orientation Jan 18 Classes Begin May 14 Classes End May 15 Closing Ceremony

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What Can I Study?

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The OGU International Exchange Program consists of compulsory comprehensive Japanese Language classes in the morning, followed by a variety of elective classes in the afternoon suit-able for every level of Japanese proficiency from beginner to confident Japanese speakers.

The above explanation is intended as a guide. Class levels and content offered may differ depending on the level of the students who participate in the program. JSL1~3 (Comprehensive Japanese)

These Japanese classes cover the basic skills of listening, speaking, writing (including Kanji) reading to enable students to engage in natural conversation and become comfortable with life in Japan. Students make an oral presentation in Japanese at the end of the fall semester, and a poster presentation in the Spring Semester.

JSL4~5 (Grammar, content-based study and personal consultation.) In addition to consolidating their Japanese in the grammar lessons, students also have a spe-cially designed, 4 hours per week of content-based lessons to offer a hands-on opportunity to study current Japanese cultural and societal issues and topics in the Japanese language. Stu-dents will become engaged in cultural/social issues, thought and discussion, and express their opinions using “real life” Japanese reading and media materials, while incorporating all four skills of reading, speaking, writing, and listening. Students make an oral presentation in Japanese at the end of the fall semester, and a poster presentation in the Spring Semester. Students levels and classes will be decided based on placement tests and oral

interviews., conducted during the orientation period. JSL classes offered may vary depending on the semester and student requirements.

Japanese Language Course (AM)

Course Name Fall Spring Hours

per week

Content

JSL1 (Beginner) ● ● 12 Comprehensive Japanese, basic survival Japanese JSL2 (Pre-Intermediate) ● ● 12 Comprehensive Japanese

JSL3 (Intermediate) ● ● 12 Comprehensive Japanese/ Grammar, content-based

study and personal consultation JSL4 (Upper-Intermediate) ● ● 10.5 Grammar, content-based study and personal consultation

JSL5 (Advanced) ● ● 10.5 Grammar, content-based study and personal consultation

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Classes offered may differ each semester The list of elective classes can be viewed on the website. The list of faculty classes will be in-

formed during an information session once the International Exchange Program has begun.

Elective Subjects (PM)

Regular Promotion & Cultural Events Information and promotion events are held regularly as a chance for international students to promote exchange with their university and country or region to Japanese students. All exchange students will be asked to participate in at least one of these sessions, and are requested to bring items that can introduce and promote their university or country, such as traditional dress, university paraphernalia, etc.

Course type Contents and Language of Instruction Examples of Classes offered Hours

per week

JSC Japanese Studies Course: Classes taught in English covering a variety of aspects regarding Japan/Asia, including society, culture, religion, traditional arts, economics, business, etc.

Fine Arts and Performing Arts Economic Development of Japan Japanese Business Culture and Practices Japanese Pop Culture Japanese Religions Japanese Psychotherapies Japanese Sub-cultures and Philosophies

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J-Bridge

Classes taught in easy to understand interme-diate to advanced Japanese regarding Japa-nese society, culture, business, etc. Practical Japanese skills are enhanced, suitable for students who wish to take regular faculty clas-ses.

Japanese Literature 3

JSP

Japanese for Specific Purposes: Classes taught in varied levels of Japanese (Beginner to Advances) that aim to improve specific Jap-anese language skills and deepen understand-ing of culture and society.

Osaka Dialect, Reading and Composition Contemporary Japanese Literature Japanese Culture and Society Readings on Social Science Understanding Japanese in Movies

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Faculty Classes

Classes in in departments such as Internation-al Studies, Economics, Foreign Language De-partment, in native level Japanese with Japa-nese students. NOTE: Faculty classes have different academic calendar.

International Relation theory Introduction to Philosophy Japanese Thought Introductory Economics Hospitality Management

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Supplementary Classes

Classes for students who wish to expand their Japanese language skills further or those wish-ing to prepare for the JLPT examination.

JLPT Level N1 Preparation Class JLPT Level N2 Preparation Class Conversation Class

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Study Workload Studying and living in Japan can often be challenging, so students are advised to be aware of their workload, and manage their time accordingly. Credits are determined by the stu-dent's home institution based on the academic transcript issued by OGU. An attendance rate of below 80% in any one class will result in a failing grade “F” for that class.

Example of Weekly Course Workload (Beginner level student)

Example of Weekly Course Workload (Advanced level student)

Course type: Hours/week: JSL (12x 60min classes) 12 JSC (2x 90min classes) 3 JSC (2x 90min classes) 3 JSP (1x 90min class) 1.5 Total 19.5 hrs

Time/ Day Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

9:00-10:00 JSL JSL JSL JSL JSL

10:10-11:10 JSL JSL JSL JSL JSL

11:20-12:20 JSL (Consultation)

12:50-14:20 J-Bridge J-Bridge JSP

14:30-16:00 Faculty Class Faculty Class

Time/ Day Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

9:00-10:00 JSL JSL JSL JSL JSL

10:10-11:10 JSL JSL JSL JSL JSL

11:20-12:20 JSL JSL

12:50-14:20 JSC JSC JSP

14:30-16:00 JSC JSC

Course type: Hours/week: JSL (10.5x 60min classes) 10.5 J-Bridge (2x 90min classes) 3 Faculty Class (2x 90min classes) 3 JSP (1x 90min class) 1.5 Total 18 hrs

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As Osaka Gakuin University does not have any dormitory facilities available for international students, applicants are required to choose from the following options: 1) OGU student Apartment 2) Homestay 3) Finding own accommodation (Contracting an apartment or sharehouse) 1) OGU Student Apartments Searching for an apartment in Japan can be very difficult for International Students due to the Japanese system requiring reikin (gift money for the landlord) shikikin (deposit) and hoshonin (A Japanese Guarantor). For that reason Osaka Gakuin University has arranged a selection of apartments for its Exchange Students that do not require any deposit, gift money or guarantor. Students who wish to select this option should select ‘OGU Student Apartments’ in their hous-ing application. These apartments are contracted to Osaka Gakuin University and students cannot move out during the contact period. In the event a student has to vacate the apartment they will be charged for the month they move out in addition to another months rent. Also, for the last month, one month rent must be paid in full no matter when do you check out during that month. The OGU student apartments will vary depending on their location, and have the following facilities:

- Monthly rent: ¥42,000, ¥45,000 ,¥47000 (Electricity and gas separate) - Meals not included - No curfew - A kitchen, mini-bathroom, bed, microwave, fridge, desk and chair. - Plates, pots, kitchen utensils and curtains are not included

◇ Students who live in these apartments must purchase a futon bedding set (¥7,000～8,000). ◇ Female student apartments are female-only, and men are prohibited entry. 2) Homestay Osaka Gakuin University offers the opportunity to live with a Japanese host family in a long-

term home stay living arrangement. This is considered to be one of the most valuable opportunities while studying at OGU. The long-term home stay experience offers the unique opportunity for international students to gain invaluable experience and insight while observing, living, and understanding Japanese daily life and customs. - Monthly fee: ¥55,000 - Private room- includes a desk or table to study at and a bed or futon.

- Two meals per day - Bathroom/toilet shared with family

3) Finding Own Accommodation (Contracting an apartment or sharehouse) Students who do not wish to stay in an OGU student apartment or homestay are required to find their own accommodation. NOTE: Osaka Gakuin University, also the International center staff can not act as guarantor for individual housing contracts.

≪Example of Sharehouse in Osaka City≫ - Administration fee (Not returned): ¥10,000 - Monthly rent: ¥57,000 (With utilities fee and futon bedding

set fee included ) - Meals not included - Shared kitchen, toilet & bathroom

Where Can I Stay?

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How Much Will It Cost? Course costs:

*1 Tuition is waived for exchange students. Regular, non-exchange enrolments are re-quired to pay tuition of ¥380,000 per semester, or ¥760,000 for the year.

Monthly estimated living costs:

*2 The price varies depending on the type of accommodation. Please refer to the table be-

low for details. *3 Public transportation such as buses and trains are commonly used to commute to and

from OGU. An average commuting time is approximately 40mins. Students are not al-lowed to drive motor vehicles. For exchange students doing homestay, when the trans-portation fee from their accommodation to the university exceeds ¥5,000 per month, OGU will reimburse up to ¥5,000 per month of the excess amount. Not applicable to JAS-SO scholarship recipients or direct enrollment students.

Housing costs:

*4 Monthly utilities: ¥7,500 (Approximately: electricity ¥4,000, water ¥1,500, gas ¥2,000)

Tuition*1 ¥380,000 / semester Books ¥3,000-¥5,000/semester Field Trips ¥2,000-¥5,000/semester

Housing*2 ¥40,000-¥55,000/month Transportation fee*3 ¥3,000-¥10,000/month Lunch approx. ¥20,000/month National health insurance ¥2,200/month Personal expenses ¥20,000-¥30,000/month Total approx. ¥85,000-120,000/month

Type Monthly rent Meals Homestay ¥55,000 2 per day

OGU Student Apartment

¥42,000, ¥45,000, ¥47,000 (excl. electricity and gas*4) -

Finding Own Apartment

¥40,000- ¥60,000 (excl. electricity, water, gas*4; furniture not included, Landlord gift money or deposit of ¥100,000 to ¥200,000)

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What Can I Participate In?

I-Chat Events The I-Chat Lounge on campus offers a variety of events to celebrate festivals around the world, such as Chinese New Year, Cherry Blossom viewing, and more. All students are welcome. Kishibe Festival The university festival known as the Kishibe Festival is held over two days at the end of October. There are various presentations, food stalls and events run by clubs, circles and various other student bodies. During this time students, faculty, staff and people from the local community come together to enjoy the festival together. Exchange students will op-erate their own booth in this festival. International Exchange Events A variety of International exchange events are held regularly throughout the year providing a way for International Exchange students to Japanese students on campus. Home Visit Program The Home Visit Program is for international students living in apartments to give them the opportunity to visit a Japanese family and experience life in a Japanese home. Students are allocated a family, and visit during the weekend for a day or overnight so they can get a chance to see and learn Japanese lifestyle habits and customs first hand. Local Community Events Exchange students are invited to take part in events together with Suita City residents, pro-moting exchange at a local level.

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What Support Is There? OGU students and staff provide a support network to help students when they come to Japan, and offer individual help when necessary. Airport pick up on arrival OGU staff and students welcome students at the airport and escort each student to the station nearest his/her host family’s house or apartment. International students must cover necessary transportation fees. Off-Campus support Assistance with residence registration, Japanese national health insurance, opening bank ac-counts, and other related matters. Arrival Orientation OGU provides a four day arrival orientation in fall, and a two day orientation in spring covering academic affairs, housing, placement testing, insurance procedures, life in Japan, and other related information. Buddy Program All applicants will be matched with a Japanese student buddy to support them in getting used to daily life in Japan. Applicants are expected to communicate and share their culture with their buddy. Japanese National Health Insurance All international students are required to enroll in and pay Japanese National Health Insurance while living in Japan. Registration is done at the city hall or ward office in the area you live in. The average cost is about ¥2,200 per month. The Japanese national health insurance plan co-vers 70% and students pay the remaining 30% of any health care expenses. * It is mandatory for all international students to enroll in the Japanese National Health Insur-ance scheme after arrival in Japan, regardless of whether they have health or liability insur-ance coverage by a provider in their home country or not. Failure to do so will result in the stu-dent being sent back home.

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What Facilities Does OGU Offer?

Library The Shirai Memorial Library was built in April 1977. The Library pro-vides a quiet, academic area for study and research. The building has three levels above and two below grounds, with approximately 1,100 seats. At present, the library holds approximately 1,110,000 books. Open Mon-Sat, 09:00~20:00 (Hours may change during va-cation periods.)

I-Chat Lounge (Building 13) The International Chat Lounge (I-Chat) is a welcoming place where students can strengthen their communication skills in international languages. At I-Chat, students can meet Japanese students and teachers from around the world. I-Chat hosts fun holiday and cultur-al parties throughout the year. Visit I-Chat to check out the TOEIC Center, make new friends in the “Living English” area, enjoy a re-freshing drink or free Wi-Fi. Open Mon-Fri, 10:00-17:00,

Cafeterias, Bakery & Convenience Store (Building 12) There are two cafeterias, a bakery and convenience store on cam-pus, in Building 12. A small café is located in front of the I-Chat Lounge in Building 13. Vending machines are also available at the cafeterias and in K.M.36 BANCHI, under the gymnasium.

Computer Rooms (Building 2, 12, 16) Various computer rooms are located on campus for student use. In order to enter the rooms you will need to swipe your student ID, and log on to the PC with your OGUNET ID. Printing is available in most rooms, however, you must provide your own A4 paper. A timetable is published each week and displayed outside the computer rooms showing the rooms available for student use.

International Center (Building 1) Both the International Center administration office and lounge are located on the first floor of Building #1. The International Center fac-ulty and the Japanese language teachers’ offices are located on the third and fourth floors. Open Mon-Sat, 9:00– 17:00.

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Extra-curricular Club Activities Several clubs, groups, and organizations are active on campus, and although the number is fairly limited, international can ob-serve and join some of these clubs. If you are interested in joining them, please ask at the International Center.

Communication Free Wi-fi is available on campus in Building 1 and the I-Chat Lounge for International Students’ use. Skype, Facebook and other Social Networking are often used to communicate with family and friends back home.

Health Center (Building 12) Located on the 3rd floor of Building 12. The health center takes care of minor injuries and referrals to doctors/ hospitals for more serious medical conditions.

ATM Machines (Building 13) Japanese Bank ATM machines (Mitsubishi Tokyo UFJ and JP Bank) are located on the 2nd floor of Building 13, and can be used to with-draw, deposit, and transfer money. These machines can accept most International Cash Cards that display the PLUS or CIRRUS symbols.

Sports Facilities OGU features a state-of-the-art fitness/training center in Building 20. OGU’s gym is available for international students and will be intro-duced during the orientation. Students are required to take their student card, change of clothes and indoor shoes, and sign a waiv-er during orientation.

Book Center– Kinokuniya (Building 13) Students can purchase a variety of goods such as textbooks, refer-ence books, dictionaries, school supplies, OGU T-shirts and the famed OGU Aloha shirts! You can use the 10% student discount to purchase books and magazines. Open Mon-Fri 8:45~17:00, Sat 10:00~17:00 (Hours may change during vacation periods.)

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Japanese Currency Japan uses 4 types of banknotes (¥1,000, ¥2,000, ¥5,000, ¥10,000) and 6 types of coins (¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥100, ¥500). Japan is still primarily a cash based society, how-ever credit cards are accepted in most stores and restau-rants. Consumption Tax A 10% consumption tax is attached to all merchandise purchased and services utilized by consumers. Marked prices often already include such tax. Tipping Tipping is not customary in Japan. However, hotels and restaurant bills often include service charges within the bill. Osaka Osaka covers an area of approximately 1,890 square kilo-meters or 0.5% of the nation's entire land area. Although Osaka is the second smallest prefecture it has a popula-tion of 8.8 million, or 7% of the entire population, making it the third most populous prefecture after Tokyo and Kana-gawa.

What is the climate in Osaka? Winter (December - February) The temperature rarely drops below 0°C during the wintertime. It is also quite dry and often sunny. Clothing: overcoats, sweaters. Spring (March - May)

The plum blossom is a good sign that the cold winter will soon end and spring is just around the corner. This is followed by the cherry blossoms which appear between the end of March and the beginning of April. Clothing: light jackets and sweaters. Summer (June - August) Summer begins in June with a three to four week rainy season. It becomes extremely hot and humid from July through mid-September. Summer is host to many interesting festivals. Various events are held throughout the country. Clothing: light, 100% cotton clothes. Autumn (September - November) Autumn always brings renewed freshness with a light breeze and cool temperatures after the hot and humid summer. Autumn is also the season for many exhibitions, music concerts, and sports tournaments in Japan. Clothing: light jackets and sweaters.

Useful web site links about Japan:

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan http://www.mofa.go.jp

Japan Student Service Origination http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/study_j/index.html Japan National Tourist Organization http://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/

Japan Travel and Living Guide http://www.japan-guide.com/

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What Is OGU Like?

Q1 Why did you choose Japan? I started studying Japanese when I was 15 and have wanted to come Japan ever since, because I want to completely learn the lan-guage, experience the culture and meet new people.

Q2. What’s the best memorable about Japanese Classes? Definitely there were many things, even though we had a lot of homework, we could learn a lot about Japan and our own coun-tries, which was probably the most interesting thing. And of course we learned a lot of new Japanese words. This was an unforgettable experience.

Shi (SWUFE, China)

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（HUFS, South Korea)

Barbora (MUP, Czech)

Q1 How was Osaka Gakuin University? OGU’s campus was beautiful, the courses were very interesting, and the staff here were very friendly and they helped me a lot. Q2. Please tell us your most memorable experience. We learned many things at OGU. The most interesting was visiting some famous places in Kyoto, participating in “kuwai” traditional plant harvest, and making lots of Japanese friends.

Q1 Please tell us your most memorable experience with the Buddies. I remember that after we arrived in September I went to Yodobashi Camera with the buddy students. After looking at all the Japanese electronic gadgets we went to eat Japanese barbequed meat called ‘yakiniku’. Q2. What is your message to students thinking of applying to OGU? OGU’s campus and facilities look amazing, and there are many great teachers. I hope you have a great study abroad life like I had.

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Japanese Language & Culture Program

(Winter School)

20 January—7 February, 2021 (3 weeks)

Short-term Japanese Language and Culture Programs

Japanese Language & Culture Program

(Summer School)

5 July-20 July, 2020 (2 weeks)

Follow Experience Japan @ OGU on Facebook!

At Osaka Gakuin University we offer a range of short term programs for students in Winter (3 weeks), and Summer (3 weeks) in which you can experience all that Japan has to offer. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of students from various countries, and have a great combination of Japanese language, cultural activities, sightseeing and events to give you the experience of a lifetime.

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Who are OGU's Exchange Partners?

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Australia Central Queensland University University of the Sunshine Coast

Austria FH Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences

Lithuania Vilnius University

Malaysia Berjaya University College

Barbados The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus

Mexico Cetys Universidad

Canada Medicine Hat College University of the Fraser Valley College of the Rockies

Netherlands Fontys University of Applied Sciences

China

Dalian Polytechnic University

Guangdong Ocean University

Southwest University of Political Science and Law

Philippines University of San Carlos

Enderun Colleges

Peking University, Law School

Southwestern University of Finance and Economics

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Faculty of

Humanities

Czech Republic Metropolitan University Prague

South Africa Nelson Mandela University

Spain San Jorge University

Finland

HAAGA-HELIA University of Applied Sciences Laurea University of Applied Sciences Satakunta University of Applied Sciences

Sweden University of Gavle

Linnaeus University

France Universite D' Orleans ISCID, ESCE Ecole de Management de Normandie Universite Toulouse 1 Capitole

Taiwan Providence University Shih Chien University

Southern Taiwan University Tatung University

Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages

Germany Mainz University of Applied Sciences Universitaet Bayreuth Universitaet Trier Iceland The University of Iceland

Italy University of Brescia

Thailand Bangkok University

Khon Kaen University

USA University of Alaska Fairbanks

Marywood University The University of Mississippi

University of St. Thomas Coastal Carolina University

California State University /Monterey Bay

Korea Baekseok University Paichai University Sookmyung Women’s University Soonchunhyang University Hallym University Dankook University Inha University

Centenary University

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Where Is OGU?

By JR train (Kishibe Station) Tokaido Line Osaka---(local)---Kishibe (approx.12 minutes)

Tokaido Line Shin Osaka---(local)---Kishibe (approx.7 minutes)

Tokaido Line Kyoto---(rapid)---Takatsuki---(local)---Kishibe (approx.26 minutes)

Tokaido Line Kansai International Airport---(super express Haruka)--- ---Shin Osaka ---(local)---Kishibe (approx.78 minutes)

By Hankyu train (Shojaku Station)

Kyoto line Umeda(Osaka)---(local)---Shojaku (approx.20 minutes)

Kyoto line Kawaramachi(Kyoto)---(express)---Ibaraki-shi---(local)------Shojaku (approx.34 minutes)

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Osaka Gakuin University International Center

2-36-1 Kishibe-Minami, Suita-shi, Osaka 564-8511, Japan

Phone:+81-6-6381-8434 Fax:+81-6-6381-8499 E-mail: inoffice@ogu.ac.jp

http://www.osaka-gu.ac.jp/english/int_exchange