ICC’s “Japan-China-Korea Speak Your Mind Camp,” which was very popular last year, will be held again this year! The theme of “Japan-China-Korea” and the 3 days & 2 nights format remain the same, but the content has evolved into something even deeper!
About 64% of international students at Waseda University are from China and Korea.
With Japan, the three nations are neighbors geographically and closely tied together from ancient times.
Although they seem to have similar cultures, they actually have many differences once you take a closer look.
In this camp, we go beyond simply exploring what is different, we dive into why these differences exist, and explore the historical, political, and cultural backgrounds behind them.
“Close but far away”
“Familliar, but still full of surprises”
A 3-day exchange camp at Kamogawa seminar house (Chiba prefecture) is a great chance to get to know each other through various activities. We hope that this will be an opportunity to deepen bonds with our participants by noticing commonalities and differences.
If you are interested in Japanese-Chinese-Korean politics, history and society, don’t miss this chance –sign up today!
Recommended if…:
・you are interested in Japan-China-Korea relations, history, and politics
・you want to make meaningful memories with new friends
・you are looking for a fresh and meaningful experience beyond daily routines
Date & Time
August 3 (Mon) – 5 (Wed), 2026
*3 days & 2 nights, start and end at Waseda University.
*Late arrivals and early departures are generally not allowed.
*Details sent to confirmed participants.
Place
Waseda University Kamogawa Seminar House
- Accommodation will be in shared rooms for all participants.
- Bathrooms are shared (one for men and one for women), and there are no private shower booths.
Eligibility
Waseda students with an interest in Japanese-Chinese-Korean politics, history and society
Language
MC: Japanese
Social Time: Unrestricted
Fee
8,000 yen (after 50% ICC subsidy)
Fee includes round-trip bus from Waseda campus to Kamogawa seminar house, 6 meals and 2 nights at the seminar house.
Fee does not cover first day’s lunch and other personal expenses.
Capacity
about 40 people (by lottery)
Application
via this form
→For Question 6. The event you want to join, please choose ‘Japan-China-Korea Speak Your Mind Camp‘.
Application Deadline
Monday, July 6, 9:00am
Before Applying
Please read and confirm your understanding of ICC’s policies on Cancellation, Food Allergens, Photography and Reasonable Accommodations (here).
Results Announcement
Wednesday, July 8 – by the end of the day
*Check your email on this day and follow the instructions!
Schedule (tentative, subject to change due to weather, traffic, etc.)
◆ 8/3 (Mon) Bring your own lunch. Dinner included
8:40am: Meet at Okuma Auditorium, Waseda Campus
9:00am: Bus departs for Kamogawa seminar house
11:30am: Arrive at Kamogawa Seminar House
Afternoon: Ice-breaker, People Bingo, Rule-making
Evening: Island Talk, Input of CJK related knowledge
◆ 8/4 (Tue) Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Morning: Discussion
Afternoon: Various games, Preparation of team presentations
◆ 8/5 (Wed) Breakfast and lunch included
Morning: Team presentations
Afternoon: Discussion summary
3:00pm: Bus departs for Waseda campus
Past Participants’ Voice
直接対話して初めて分かったこと 日中韓ホンネ交流キャンプ2025 参加者レポート（Japanese）
「ホンネ」で見えてきた 日中韓ホンネ交流キャンプ2024 参加者レポート（Japanese）
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