{"id":27,"date":"2019-05-21T11:59:30","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T02:59:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/?page_id=27"},"modified":"2019-05-21T11:59:41","modified_gmt":"2019-05-21T02:59:41","slug":"special","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/special\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to Hagoromo!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"special_mainview\">\n<h1>Welcome to Hagoromo!<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"special_article\">\n<div class=\"l-pcFlex is-col2\">\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec01\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">01<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">Numbers of Overseas Students by Country.<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img01.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<p class=\"js-readMore is-5em\">Vietnamese and Chinese are the most common nationalities of overseas students. Many overseas students are enrolled through study programs with partner institutions, or enrolled privately after graduating from Japanese-language training schools in Japan. The majority of overseas students are from Asia. In addition to Vietnam and China, there are many students from Taiwan, Korea, Mongolia, and Malaysia. In the past, there were also short-term students from North America.<br \/>\nHagoromo University of International Studies currently has exchange agreements in place with a total of 24 universities and other educational institutions located in 10 different countries\/regions. The university organizes overseas training and exchange (for Japanese students) and it hosts overseas students from the 24 affiliated institutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"special_QandA u-bgLgy01 js-readMore\">\n<dl class=\"special_QandA_list\">\n<dt>Why did you decide to come and study in Japan?<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<ul class=\"special_QandA_answers\">\n<li>I loved Japanese anime and I gradually became interested in computer graphics and animation.<\/li>\n<li>I was majoring in Japanese language at my parent university, but I wanted to study and experience Japanese culture.<\/li>\n<li>I came to realize that to get a good job in Japan it\u2019s necessary to study at university there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"special_block_inner u-pt0\">\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec02\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">02<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">Numbers of Overseas Students by Gender.<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img02.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<p class=\"js-readMore\">Generally, female overseas students slightly outnumber males. This is true of both faculties.<br \/>\nStudents in the same faculty have plenty of opportunity to come in contact with each other, for example, when they take classes together. There are also meetings for overseas students of each nationality, allowing them to communicate with more senior students from their own country.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"special_QandA u-bgLgy01 js-readMore\">\n<dl class=\"special_QandA_list\">\n<dt>What do you usually study?<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<ul class=\"special_QandA_answers\">\n<li>Management classes. I\u2019m studying corporate organization theory, strategic marketing, and so on.<\/li>\n<li>I\u2019m making clothes in apparel training classes, and I\u2019m studying interior design.<\/li>\n<li>I take information technology classes and programming practical classes, in which I mainly study the Java language.<\/li>\n<li>I study Japanese language to prepare for level N1 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in seminars by Professor Yoshimura, the president of the university. I really like his classes. I find him humorous and kind, and I learn a lot about Japanese culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"special_block_inner u-pt0\">\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec03\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">03<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">Reasons to study at Hagoromo University of International Studies.<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\">Why did you choose Hagoromo University of International Studies?<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img03.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01\">Unranked responses<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbFinancial reasons, such as scholarships or tuition fees<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbRecommendation from a Japanese Language School teacher<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbSenior students told me it is a good university<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"u-mt2em\">A large number of students from the Department of Media and Visual Arts and the Department of Human Life Studies answered : &#8216;They have courses relevant to my desired field of studies&#8217;; while many students from the Department of Social Sciences expressed interest in learning and speaking foreign languages. There were numerous replies from students with an interest in manga, anime, Japanese culture and language. They felt that they could fully immerse themselves in these things by studying in Japan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner u-pt0\">\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec04\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">04<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">What\u2019s the cost of living in Osaka?<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\">\n                      <img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img04.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<p>The most common figures varied from JPY 50,000-100,000, with an average of about JPY 86,000.<br \/>\nAs the university is located in Sakai, away from the center of Osaka City, the rental market is relatively affordable.<br \/>\nMany students study while working part-time, but Hagoromo University of International Studies has a scholarship system for international students to ensure the best experience during their exchange period.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-bgLgy01 js-readMore special_tips\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl02\">Tips<\/h3>\n<p class=\"u-fwR\">Know more about Osaka and Sakai!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"u-mt2em\">\n                      <img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img05.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"u-mt2em\">\n<li>\u30fbA clean, quiet, comfortable city.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbThe city is made easy to live in due to its kind locals and international students.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbIt may appear rural, but it\u2019s a nice city with cultural heritage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"u-mt2em\">Hagoromo University of International Studies is located in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture. Sakai is Osaka&#8217;s second largest city in population and area. Sakai is a city rich in history.<br \/>\nIt contains the the world\u2019s largest grave or kofun, that of Emperor Nintoku, which is located in the Mozu Tombs. Sakai is deeply rooted in traditional industries like tea ceremonies and cutlery.<br \/>\nIt is also a well connected area with good access to both urban areas and Kansai International Airport.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose u-mt2em\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec05\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">05<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">International Students Satisfaction Survey.<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\">\n                      <img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img06.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<div class=\"js-readMore is-4-5em\">\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01\">Academic Testimonials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbTeachers are very kind and provide good lessons<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbThere were also classes I wasn\u2019t expecting<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbCould learn a lot about Japanese language and culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01 u-mt2em\">Daily Life Testimonials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbSafe accommodation and easy to live area.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbA bit far from Osaka\u2019s city center.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbPlenty of nice food but sometimes I miss food back home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01 u-mt2em\">Cost Testimonials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbAble to apply for exchange student scholarships.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbCost of living is a bit high, but can be supplemented with a part-time job.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbLiving Expenses are a bit high.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01 u-mt2em\">General testimonials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbPlenty of good memories.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbSometimes it\u2019s hard, but you can adapt day by day.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbNever felt anything bad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner u-pt0\">\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"special_sec\" id=\"sec06\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block l-roundBgWt l-overflowHidden\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner\">\n<div class=\"special_block_content\">\n<div class=\"special_block_header\">\n<p class=\"special_block_number js-animate fadeinUp\">06<\/p>\n<p class=\"special_block_sub js-animate fadeinUp\">Hagoromo In Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"special_block_title js-animate fadeinUp\">Ranking of positive aspects of Hagoromo University of International Studies.<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"special_block_image js-animate fadeinUp\">\n                      <img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_img07.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"special_block_text js-animate fadeinUp\">\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<h3 class=\"special_ttl01\">Unranked Responses<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u30fbLow tuition fees or scholarships available.<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbGood ambiance at university (feels like home).<\/li>\n<li>\u30fbFeels safer having other students from my country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"u-mt2em\">\u2018Lessons easy to understand even for exchange students\u2019 was the most repeated answer in all courses.<br \/>\nThe second and third options pertain to communication, being the perfect university for people looking for a friendly environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 js-readMoreBtn\">open<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"js-readMore\">\n<div class=\"special_block_inner u-pt0\">\n<p class=\"c-readMoreBtn01 is-close js-readMoreClose\">close<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bnrArea01\">\n<div class=\"l-inner\"><a class=\"c-bnr01 js-animate fadeinUp\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/special\/messages\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/common\/bnr_message01.png\" alt=\"Messages from Students\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<section class=\"gallery_sec\">\n<h2 class=\"c-title03 u-taC\">Photo Gallery<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"c-slider01\">\n<li><img src=\"https:\/\/www.hagoromo.ac.jp\/english\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/hagoromo_en\/assets\/image\/contents\/special\/welcome_gallery_img001.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/li>\n<li><img 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