Since I hail from a region of India with relatively mild weather, adapting to the scorching hot summers and the freezing cold winters here has been quite the challenge for me – especially considering that I shop on a tight budget when shopping for clothes. Once I got past the assumption that “vintage is bound […]
The Realization Have you ever suddenly felt that your pocket was lighter than usual? Most of the time, it’s just your imagination, but in some unlucky cases, the item that should be there might actually be missing. After frantically searching everywhere and confirming that you’ve lost it, it is time to carefully retrace your steps […]
Chapter 1: Finding My Bearings My first year as an engineering student here at Science Tokyo had me navigating through uncharted waters — waters that were at times sweet, almost delectable, as I settled into Japanese residential life, though I also faced a fair share of moments that made me feel on the verge of […]
Science Tokyo Student Life: Mastering the Calendar As an international student at the Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo), my life is a blend of lab research and cultural immersion. One of the first things you learn here is that managing your time is just as important as your experiments. Unlike most other universities, Science […]
For students coming from abroad, life in Japan can feel both exciting and confusing at the same time. It’s one of the safest, cleanest, and most organized countries you’ll ever live in, but it also has its own silent rules and rhythms that take you time to understand. The first thing you’ll probably notice is […]
DISCLAIMER: Again, this story is based on my personal experience attending the MEXT Embassy track language preparatory school in 2019. The school location, program, schedule, and one-year timetable might have changed in recent years and might differ based on your major (natural science, social science, or pre-medical study). The scholarship program, however, comes with a […]
What is Gasshuku? In Japanese, gasshuku (合宿) typically refers to a group training camp or retreat. It is often done by clubs or teams to build skills and deepen bonds. But for us at S-TISA, it was more about building friendships, enjoying nature, and yes, learning how to not tumble down a ski slope. It […]
‘Cause no winter lasts forever: it’s cherry blossom season, it’s spring! Spring: probably the most popular season in Japan, and it makes perfect sense. During the months of March, April, and May, flowers bloom, the greenery begins to reappear, and temperatures rise to milder levels, inviting us to feel more comfortable and not wear as […]
Benefits of being a Science Tokyo student Being a Science Tokyo student gives us access to many facilities on campus, such as the library and our amazing Taki Plaza. However, did you know that being a student at Science Tokyo also gives you free access and discounts to many places outside the campus too? This […]
The topic of Islamic dietary needs spans a wide range of interesting aspects to talk about. However, we can simply start from an abridged primer of our food restrictions: Forbidden foods are often referred to as haram (/həˈrɑːm /; حَرَام) and permissible ones as halal (/həˈlɑːl/; حلال). While there are more conditions related to rare […]
