Have you ever lived with people of different nationalities and backgrounds in a share house or homestay?
Living together, you may find yourself thinking, “What a custom!?“ or, “This is completely different from what I expected!” You may have been shocked at some of the differences. Home is an environment where we can realize the importance of recognizing and sometimes accepting each other’s differences.
On the other hand, unfortunately, there are still some cases in the world where racism and xenophobia persist.
Shouldn’t we learn from the share house space how to live free of discrimination and prejudice, and practice what we can do in our immediate surroundings?
ICC will hold an exchange workshop where you can experience the atmosphere of co-living! Experience a multicultural society and the importance of recognizing other opinions and values by simulating life at a shared house and engaging in dialogue.
This event will be held in collaboration with BORDERLESS HOUSE Inc., a pioneer in international exchange co-living! The company’s vision is “to create a truly multicultural society in which people can live together in harmony regardless of race or nationality,” and they provide multinational communities and experiences that foster mutual understanding, both in Japan and overseas. You can also interact with the staff who manage the shared houses on a daily basis.
Please join us and enjoy this one-night-only co-living experience!
- Guest: Mr. Seiichi Lee (Japanese bio page)
President of BORDERLESS HOUSE. Born in Osaka in July 1981 as a resident Korean, descended from a Korean grandfather. After attending Korean elementary, junior high, and high schools, he graduated from Kinki University and joined Misumi Corporation in 2004. He studied all aspects of management, from product planning and development to sales, marketing, and finance, before joining BORDERLESS Japan in 2011. After overseeing the BORDERLESS HOUSE business, he launched BORDERLESS HOUSE KOREA and achieved his goal of doing business in Korea. After putting the business on track in Seoul, he returned to Japan and became president of BORDERLESS HOUSE. Since then, he has expanded the business to Japan’s Kansai region and overseas to Taiwan. He works on the forefront of business creating a society where people around the world can be proud of their roots!
- Guest: Takuya Hosogi (Japanese bio page)
Manager of BORDERLESS HOUSE, Tokyo Office. Joined international exchange share house BORDERLESS HOUSE in 2018 as a new graduate and is now a member of the management team, managing all 50 houses in Tokyo. He also organizes English education programs and various events to promote the international exchange community.
Date & Time
Friday, June 17, 2022, 6:15-7:45pm
*Venue opens at 6:00pm
Place
Waseda Campus
*Location provided to confirmed participants
Eligibility
Waseda Students, Faculty and Staff
Language
Main Program: Japanese
Workshop and Q&A: Japanese and English
Timetable
18:15-18:20 Opening
18:20-18:25 Group self-introductions
18:25-18:40 Presentation on BORDERLESS HOUSE’s philosophy and activities
18:40-18:45 Explanation of Workshops
18:45-18:55 Workshop 1
18:55-19:10 Workshop 2
19:10-19:15 Shuffle group members
19:15-19:30 Workshop 3
19:30-19:45 General sharing of impressions, Closing
Fee
Free
Registration
Via MyWaseda
Deadline
Monday, June 13, 9:00am→ Wednesday, June 15, 12:00pm
Capacity
40 people
*Lottery results announced on the deadline day
Before Applying
- Canceling after applying causes confusion and may prevent others from participating. Please read the ICC Cancellation Policy and check your schedule carefully.
- Applicants are required to read and accept our Covid-19 Policies.
- There is a possibility that this program may be cancelled or changed due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. ICC will announce any changes as soon as possible.
Cooperation
Residents and Staff of BORDERLESS HOUSE
Enquiries
ICC
Tel: 03-5286-3990
