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Camp La Vie TOKYO

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Camp La Vie TOKYO

Taste, Touch, and Live Japan

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Your Child's Safety is Our Top Priority

We maintain the highest standards of care and supervision.

24/7 Support

Our team is always on call and ready to help at any time of day or night

Quick Medical Care

If a student feels unwell, we arrange professional medical care immediately

Daily Updates

We send regular updates to parents and chaperones so you always know what is happening

Small Student Groups

We keep our group sizes small so that every student gets personalized attention and care

Your Child's Safety is Our Top Priority

We maintain the highest standards of care and supervision.

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24/7 Support

Our team is always on call and ready to help at any time of day or night

Quick Medical Care

If a student feels unwell, we arrange professional medical care immediately

Daily Updates

We send regular updates to parents and chaperones so you always know what is happening

Small Student Groups

We keep our group sizes small so that every student gets personalized attention and care

More Than a Camp, A Life-Changing Experience

Discover the Experience Through Their Eyes

What Makes Camp La Vie Tokyo Special?

Live Japan

Experience Japan’s rich culture and traditions firsthand

Cultural Immersion

Experience Japan’s culture through learning Japanese

Personal Growth

Develop independence, confidence, and cultural awareness

Global Friendship

Build lifelong international friendships with students from around the world

Fun Adventures

Enjoy exciting activities and excursions throughout Tokyo and beyond

Memorable Experience

Create lasting memories in one of the world’s most fascinating cities

Six reasons it has to be Tokyo (2)

Admission Requirements

AGES

13–18 years old

JAPANEGE LEVEL

Beginners & basic speakers

MINIMUM GROUP

5 student registrations

DEADLINE

3 months before start date

AGES

13–18 years old

JAPANEGE LEVEL

Beginners & basic speakers

MINIMUM GROUP

5 student registrations

DEADLINE

3 months before start date

For higher-level Japanese groups, please consult with us in advance.

Camp Season

Choose from 3 Unforgettable Plans

Plan 01 Adventure

Mt. Takao + Nagatoro

Hike Japan’s most beloved mountain, then raft the rapids of Nagatoro. For thrill-seekers who want to feel the country, not just see it.

Plan 01 Adventure

Mt. Takao + Nagatoro

Hike Japan’s most beloved mountain, then raft the rapids of Nagatoro. For thrill-seekers who want to feel the country, not just see it.

Plan 2 Entertainment

Disneyland + Seibuen

Two iconic theme parks. Tokyo Disneyland’s magic, then Seibuen Amusement Park’s nostalgic Showa-era charm.

Plan 2 Entertainment

Disneyland + Seibuen

Two iconic theme parks. Tokyo Disneyland’s magic, then Seibuen Amusement Park’s nostalgic Showa-era charm.

Plan 3 Culture & History

Kawagoe + Kamakura

Walk the Edo-period streets of Little Edo, then visit the Great Buddha of Kamakura. History lived, not lectured.

Plan 3 Culture & History

Kawagoe + Kamakura

Walk the Edo-period streets of Little Edo, then visit the Great Buddha of Kamakura. History lived, not lectured.

Find the Right Program Length for You

1-Week Discovery

The perfect taste, quick and action-packed cultural trip.

  • 6 days of cultural lessons & activities
  • 15 hours of Japanese cultural lessons
  • 1 full-day excursion (Thursday)
  • 1 Global Exchange Day with local students
  • Accommodation, breakfast & weekday bento included

2-Week Immersion

The complete experience, dive deeper and double the fun.

  • 13 days of lessons, activities & excursions
  • Letter of Acceptance + Graduation Certificate
  • 30 hours of Japanese cultural lessons
  • 2 full-day weekly trips
  • 2 Global Exchange Days with local students

Sample 1 or 2 Week Program Schedule

Week 1

Day 1 (Sunday)

  • Arrival & Check-in
  • Welcome Dinner

Day 2 (Monday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Orientation: Facility / Safety / Rules
  • 10:00–10:50: Self-intro & Japanese level check
  • 11:00–11:50: Traditional Games Experience
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Shibuya Shopping

Day 3 (Tuesday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Calligraphy intro & basic strokes
  • 10:00–10:50: Write your name in Hiragana / Katakana
  • 11:00–11:50: Write your name in Kanji & free creation
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Food Sample Making

Day 4 (Wednesday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Survival Japanese 1: Hiragana / Katakana
  • 10:00–10:50: Survival Japanese 2: Greetings & roleplay
  • 11:00–11:50: Survival Japanese 3: Shopping phrases
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Asakusa Walk + Kimono

Day 5 (Thursday)

  • Weekly Trip 1 (Full Day Excursion)

Plan 1 Adventure – Mt. Takao

Plan 2 Entertainment – Disneyland

Plan 3 Culture & History – Kawagoe

Day 6 (Friday)

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    9:00–9:50: Origami + Kirie: basic techniques
  • 10:00–10:50: Origami + Kirie: advanced creation
  • 11:00–11:50: Origami + Kirie: finishing work
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 15:00-17:30: Global Exchange Day 1
More details about Global Exchange Day 1

Day 7 (Saturday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Survival Japanese 4: cooking phrases
  • 10:00–10:50: Cooking lesson: shopping
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    11:00–11:50: Cooking lesson: cooking + lunch
  • Lunch: Self-made
  • 14:00-17:30: Edo Tokyo Museum

Week 2

Day 1 (Sunday)

  • Departure (only 1 week plan)
  • 9:00–9:50: Free Time
  • 10:00–10:50: Free Time
  • 11:00–11:50: Free Time
  • Lunch: Buy and enjoy your favorite food
  • 14:00-17:30: teamLab Planets

Day 2 (Monday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Survival Japanese 2: Gratitude & Basic Phrases
  • 10:00–10:50: Survival Japanese 2: Directions & Transportation
  • 11:00–11:50: English Culture Session 1: Team Planning / Presentation
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Harajuku Walk: Takeshita Street, Meiji Jingu

Day 3 (Tuesday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Suibokuga: Basic Ink & Brush Strokes
  • 10:00–10:50: Suibokuga: Bamboo & Mountains
  • 11:00–11:50: Suibokuga: Free Creation & Finish
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Karaoke + Bowling

Day 4 (Wednesday)

  • 9:00–9:50: Japanese Manga Experience 1
  • 10:00–10:50: Japanese Manga Experience 2
  • 11:00–11:50: Japanese Manga Culture Introduction 3
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Akihabara Walk + Game Center

Day 5 (Thursday)

  • Weekly Trip 2 (Full Day Excursion)

Plan 1 Adventure – Nagatoro

Plan 2 Entertainment – Seibuen

Plan 3 Culture & History – Kamakura

Day 6 (Friday)

  • 9:00–9:50: English Culture Session 2: Presentation Prep
  • 10:00–10:50: English Culture Session 2: Presentation
  • 11:00–11:50: English Culture Session 2: Summary & Impressions
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 15:00-17:30: Global Exchange Day 2
More details about Global Exchange Day 2

Day 7 (Saturday)

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    9:00–9:50: Wagashi + Tea Ceremony: Sweet Making
  • 10:00–10:50: Tea Ceremony Manners &Mini Tea Party
  • 11:00–11:50: Immersion Completion Ceremony
  • Lunch: Bento
  • 14:00-17:30: Sky Tree + Shopping

Host school

Giggle Assist

Japanese language learning
Japanese language learning
Japanese language learning with a teacher
Japanese language learning with a teacher
Curry-making at a Japanese language school
Curry-making at a Japanese language school
Eating curry at a Japanese language school
Eating curry at a Japanese language school
Obtaining a qualification at a Japanese language school
Obtaining a qualification at a Japanese language school
Manga creation
Manga creation
A scene from the manga they created
A scene from the manga they created
Kimono Experience
Kimono Experience
A photo shoot in a kimono
A photo shoot in a kimono
Pretending to be a ninja in a kimono
Pretending to be a ninja in a kimono
Japanese paper-cutting experience
Japanese paper-cutting experience
Activities using chopsticks
Activities using chopsticks
Japanese origami experience
Japanese origami experience
Taking photos with their origami creations
Taking photos with their origami creations
Japanese calligraphy experience
Japanese calligraphy experience
Writing your name in Japanese (kanji or katakana or hiragana)
Writing your name in Japanese (kanji or katakana or hiragana)
Taking a commemorative photo with the kanji they wrote
Taking a commemorative photo with the kanji they wrote

Established: 2009

Location: Kawaguchi-city, Saitama

Overview: Operates as a cram school and English school for pre-school students to high school students

Unique Features: Offers Japanese cultural immersion through language training and interaction with their local students

Website: https://www.gigk.jp/study-in-japan-program-1/

*The host language school will be selected based on availability to provide lessons.

Comfortable Accommodations

Toyoko Inn Kawaguchi

Address: 2 Chome-7-22 Kawaguchi, Saitama 332-0015, Japan

Room Type: Double room, Triple room

Website: https://www.toyoko-inn.com

*Accommodation will be selected based on availability.

Comfortable Accommodations

Toyoko Inn Kawaguchi

Address: 2 Chome-7-22 Kawaguchi, Saitama 332-0015, Japan

Room Type: Double room, Triple room

Website: https://www.toyoko-inn.com

*Accommodation will be selected based on availability.

Program fees

Choose one program

1-Week Discovery

The perfect taste, quick and action-packed cultural trip.

$2,560

USD · same price for all 3 plans

  • 6 days of cultural lessons & activities
  • 15 hours of Japanese cultural lessons
  • 1 full-day excursion (Thursday)
  • 1 Global Exchange Day with local students
  • Accommodation, breakfast & weekday bento included
Apply for Discovery

2-Week Immersion

The complete experience, dive deeper and double the fun.

$3,570

USD · same price for all 3 plans

  • 13 days of lessons, activities & excursions
  • Letter of Acceptance + Graduation Certificate
  • 30 hours of Japanese cultural lessons
  • 2 full-day weekly trips
  • 2 Global Exchange Days with local students
Apply for Immersion
  • What’s included
  • What’s NOT included

Chaperone incentives

Bringing a group? Bring it on.

We gladly support school groups and organizations traveling with group leaders.

How To Apply

01 Fill out the online application form
02 Pay the registration deposit ($600)
03 Receive your Letter of Acceptance
04 Reserve your flight tickets
05 Make the full payment (3 months before the start date)
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