How Can I Ease the Transition After Returning Home From KCP?

It is normal to feel excited to go home and still miss Japan, Tokyo, and the KCP community.

Many students experience reverse culture shock after study abroad. You may miss speaking Japanese daily, feel changed by your time in Japan, or find that friends and family do not fully understand the experience.

Plan your return before leaving Japan. Talk with your advisor about re-entering classes, stay in touch with KCP friends, and look for ways to keep using Japanese. After returning home, connect with international student groups, Japan-related clubs, study abroad offices, or other students who have lived overseas. Continuing those connections can help you carry the benefits of KCP into your academic, personal, and professional life.