Japan Ambassadors
The Japan Ambassadors program is a two-week programs abroad program in Japan. Students will follow in the footsteps of former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, Howard H. Baker, to learn about Japanese culture, politics, history, foreign policy, and U.S.-Japan relations through meetings with Japanese scholars, U.S. diplomatic staff, researchers at think tanks, and university students.
We will visit museums, cultural sites, shrines, temples, and historic cultural districts.
Why Japan Ambassadors?
Short-term, immersive experience: Not every student has the time to study abroad for a longer period. This two-week study abroad program allows students to gain global experience on an impactful trip but still allows students to complete additional summer coursework or internships after the May session.
Baker School unique experience: The Baker School provides students with special experiences uniquely designed to engage students in the public policy process, whether in Knoxville, Washington, D.C., or Japan. Through research, teaching, mentorship, and engagement, the School’s programs seek to provide a forum for exploring democracy and promoting leadership in public service.
Highlights
Gain 3 credit hours for HBS 495: Indo-Pacific Security and Japanese Politics
Learn about U.S. foreign policy in Japan, Japanese politics, diplomacy, and East Asian issues from U.S. diplomatic staff, policy makers at Japanese government agencies, and researchers at think tanks and universities
Visit historic memorials, shrines, and museums symbolizing the transition from Imperial Japan to modern day Japan
Share class sessions and meet with Japanese university students in Kobe and Tokyo
Open to all majors
Fees
The program fee is $2,550 and includes: double occupancy accommodations in hotels, two group dinners, all breakfasts, excursions, airport transfers, local transportation, guides, museum fees, and the bullet train from Kobe to Tokyo. Airfare and most lunches and dinners are not included.
Scholarships may be available.
Extra funds are needed for flights (estimated at $2,000), meals, personal expenses, passport, and tuition for a 3-credit course.
Application
More information about the program and course, along with the application link can be found below.