JICA FAQ

Technology Related

Should we bring our own laptop?

Yes, we recommend you bring your own laptop. In the university you will have access to our network.

Will we have Internet access in our rooms?

Yes, but the connection speed varies according to your room.

It is possible to rent a mobile internet router at the airport, or buy a SIMM card at some airports.

NARITA AIRPORT PROVIDERS (Tokyo)

HANEDA AIRPORT PROVIDERS (Tokyo)

KANSAI AIRPORT (Osaka)

There are many suppliers to choose. We do not recommend a particular provider and the links here are only for your convenience and are not a recommendation of a particular provider.

Can I use my cell phone in Japan?

Yes, (depending on your carrier) but it is extremely expensivee. Typical charges are  300-400 JPY per minute. You should plan on using Skype, Line, Facebook or email at the university to communicate with friends and family.

Can I rent a mobile phone?

Yes, but it may also be very expensive. Please check the details.

Phones can be rented at Kansai International Airport, Narita International Airport and Haneda International Airport.  You should plan on using Skype, Line, Facebook or email at the university to communicate with friends and family. It is possible to rent an internet router at the airport (see above).

Clothing

What kind of clothing should I bring?

In general, casual clothing is fine fro classes. However, there will be a few times that you will need to dress more formally. Men typically will wear a shirt, tie and jacket and slacks and women, a skirt (or long slacks) a blouse, and jacket. Please bring an apron for the practical food preparation activities.

Guidelines:

Dec 9, 2019: Opening Ceremonies and Orientation at JICA Shikoku and  Kagawa University
(formal)

Dec 10, 2019: Opening Ceremonies and Orientation at the Faculty of Agriculture
(formal)

Dec 11, 2019: Visit to Hirai Systems
(semi-formal/smart casual)

Dec 25, 2019: Business Plan Presentation
(formal)

TBA: Closing Ceremony/Wrap up Dinner
(formal)

On other days, comfortable casual clothing. Please keep in mind that in Japan is a family conservative country, so casual; wear would be “polo type shirts”, open neck collar shirts, etc., with trousers, slacks skirts, or similar.

Depending on where you are coming from, you may find Japan to be cool at that time.

 

At JICA in Yokohama, you will probably need both formal and semi-casual clothing.

 

 

What is the weather like?

 

FOR  DECEMBER…

 Average High:   14 deg Celsius

Average Low:   5  deg Celsius

 

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