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Tokyo Explore is the IYRC's optional pre-orientation program for the spring conference and summer program. Students spend a week in Tokyo, Japan from June 14-18 experiencing the vibrant city.

Pre-orientation program highlights

​June 14– June 18, 2023 (JST)
​In-person (Tokyo)

• Explore a vibrant city with a safe, organized, and communal group. We'll have English speaking guides.
• Meet some of your summer classmates in-person.
• Experience both traditional and modern Tokyo.
• See the sights of Tokyo, eat the local cuisine, and have a fun and memorable trip! 

Sample Schedule

Day 0:

• Arrival in Tokyo June 13/14
• June 13 optional dinner

​Day 1:

• ​​Tokyo Sky Tree
• Asakusa Shrine
• Hamarikyu Gardens
• Tokyo Art Aquarium
• Team Labs Planets

​Day 2:

• Tokyo Disney

​Day 3:

• ​Yoyogi Park
• Shibuya Crossing
• Shibuya sky
• Mori Art Museum
• Tokyo Tower

Day 4:

• Spring IYRC at University of Tokyo

Day 5:

• ​Free day / virtual spring IYRC

*Additional activities: Group Meals, Japanese Arcade, Karaoke, Shrines, Shopping, and more!

*Specific date subject to change depending on assigned group

Cost

• The cost includes the activities and some meals
• The cost does not include hotel & flight

Eligibility

Only students who have been accepted to the summer program or to the spring IYRC are eligible for the pre-orientation program. Families of accepted students are also welcome to join.

• Learn about the summer program here: www.the-iyrc.org/summer-program
• Submit to the spring IYRC here: www.the-iyrc.org/submit