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JENESYS 2.0: Media, 3rd Batch (Philippines)

1 October 2014

    From 29 September to 7 October, about 120 youths from the Philippines are visiting Japan as part of a programme on the theme of “Media” under JENESYS 2.0.

    Participants first visited Tokyo to visit Asakusa and undergo orientation. They will then be divided into groups to visit Chiba Prefecture and Hokkaido. In each region, they will observe the latest advanced technology and local industry as well as exchang views with local university students and have homestay experience. They will have the opportunity to feel the attractions of the region on various aspects, focusing on the programme theme i.e. “Media”.

    Through this exchange programme, the youths from the Philippines are expected to deepen their understanding of and interest in “Japan brand” and Japanese values including Japan’s strengths and attractions, and to actively disseminate their experiences in their country.