日本２０１３年
Student Book
Bridging Cultures
７月１０日～７月２５日
19 June 2013
To Students, Parents, Teachers and most especially our Hosts and Host Families
Botany Downs Secondary College students are extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to visit Japan, a unique part of the world, providing them with invaluable social experiences, as well as key cultural visits.
This tour represents a wonderful opportunity for the students and staff of Botany Downs Secondary College to take part in a life-changing event. The trip offers much more than just learning about the Japanese language and customs; it is about the development and growth of our College’s young people. We acknowledge the exciting opportunity the tour offers our staff and students to gain life-long friends and build international knowledge and understanding.
For many of the touring party, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity and as such it will be savoured. I trust you will have a truly memorable touring experience, moreover, remember that at Botany Downs College we respect each other, our leaders, our guests and our hosts.
On behalf of the entire BDSC community, my thanks to all involved with the organisation of this tour; the host schools, host families and Japanese people.
Yours faithfully
M R Leach
PRINCIPAL
CONTENTS
Personal Details
Emergency Contact Details
Participants list
Map of Japan
Information notes
Before you go
Will your Japanese improve?
Luggage
Climate
Clothing
Money
Useful items
Essential items
Gifts
General
Safety
Packing and flying tips
Cultural
Food
Food etiquette
Host Schools
Places we Visit, Tour Guides
Tour report
Follow up
Language - useful expressions
School Song / National Anthem / School Haka
Itinerary and Diary
Appendices
Example of a Speech
Example for a Thank You Letter
Task (to be completed and handed in to Ms Lodge by the end of August)
Various Maps
Personal Details
Name: (日本語で )
Address in NZ:
NEW ZEALAND
Telephone: 64+9-
Passport Number:
Date of Birth:
Emergency Contact Details
In Japan
Police 110
Ambulance/Fire 119
To be filled in upon arrival in Japan:
Ms Lodge mobile phone:______
Mr Taylor mobile phone:______
Michael Taylor mobile phone:______
Accommodation Details:
10-14 July: KeiKyuu Ex Inn. Ph 0081-3-6743-3910.
http://www.shinagawa.keikyu-exinn.co.jp/
14-23 July: Tachibana Gakuen (Host family)
Host Family:
23 July: Hotel Mystays Maehama
0081-288-53-3663
http://www.mystays.jp/location/maihama/
BDSC – JAPANESE LANGUAGE STUDY TRIP
CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN
GUIDELINES FOR THE LOST STUDENTSTOP! THINK! ASSESS
1. Safety of self 2. Safety of person (s) involved
GATHER INFORMATION
· 1. Establish location
· 2. If in a train, go to the end of the carriage and use the green public phone box to call Ms Lodge’s cell phone.
If in the street, go to the closest store and ask to borrow their phone (see phrase booklet) and call Ms Lodge’s cell phone. Do not try move. Wait for Ms Lodge to come and get you. Do not accept a ride from a stranger
Disneyland- go to the Information Centre and wait for Ms
Lodge
EVACUATION RESOLUTION
Rejoin group.
DEBRIEF
Discuss event and its impact with the group
Participants
TIC: Michael Taylor / TIC: Mr TaylorGroup 1 / Group 3
First Name / Last Name / First Name / Last Name
Allan / Chiang / *Matthew / Padilla
Becky / Nisbet / Shirley / Ho
Emily / Huynh / Mereani / Neil
Gemma / Kerr
Group 2 / Group 4
First Name / Last Name / First Name / Last Name
Ariel Hui-Ling / Chen / *Maha / Mansoor
Patrick / Casey / Brian / Choi
Simone / Wielenga / Ethan / Clerk
Natalia / Khahil-Flexman
TIC: Ms Lodge
Group 5
First Name / Last Name
*Asim / Mughal
Courtney / Newell
Kenzi / Yee
Laine / Baldwin
Group 6
First Name / Last Name
*Alan / Zhang
Sean / Oldfield
Namrah / Siddiqui
Emily / Choi
* roll call responsibilities
Hotel Groups
First Name / Last NameAsim / Mughal
Sean / Oldfield
Laine / Baldwin
Matthew / Padilla
Brian / Choi
Patrick / Casey
Alan / Zhang
Allan / Chiang
Ethan / Clerk
Hui-Ling / Chen
Courtney / Newell
Natalia / Khalil-Flexman
Maha / Mansoor
Mereani / Neil
Gemma / Kerr
Namrah / Siddiqui
Shirley / Ho
Kenzi / Yee
Becky / Nisbet
Emily / Huynh
Simone / Wielenga
Emily / Choi
Map of Japan
Information Notes インフォメーション・ノート
Before you go
Read all you can. It is helpful to have some idea of what you are going to, the country, the culture, and the customs. There are numerous books and web sites on Japan.
Will your Japanese improve?
The first sentence you say will be the hardest. After that it will get easier. However conversation won’t just come to you. You have to take the initiative and make it happen.
· Before you go – read over the phrases in this booklet many times. If there are phrases you don’t understand, ask! Imagine yourself in a situation, then practice aloud. You could also practice with a friend.
· In Japan – Look and listen. Listen to the TV and radio. These will be far too fast for you but eventually you will absorb the intonation and accent.
· Talk Japanese at every opportunity – Use Japanese as much as possible, give it a go, take a chance!!
Luggage
It is essential that you take no more than 3 items of luggage and to ensure that you can carry all items of luggage by yourself! The following luggage is recommended:
· One suitcase (this will be sent on to your homestay when we arrive at the airport)
· One sports bag that can fit clothes for 4 days
· One backpack bag for day trips
The lighter you can travel the better. By the time you leave Japan you will no doubt be grateful for the extra space in your suitcase created by leaving things out. Check out the items you should pack on the next page.
For the flight, please do not wear jeans as these will be too hot upon arrival in Japan and we will not have time to get changed at the airport. Wear something that is easy to take layers off. For instance, Ms Lodge and Mr Taylor will be wearing cargo pants with light sleeved tops on under their jumpers and Michael will be wearing shorts and a jumper.
Luggage for while in Tokyo
· 4-5 t-shirts
· 3-4 pairs of shorts/ skirts
· Underwear
· toiletries
· Jandals/ comfortable walking shoes that breathe
· Rain jacket
· swimwear
· light long sleeve top
Climate
It will be the middle of summer. Evenings will be a bit cooler but the days will be really humid. The average temperatures range from 21°Cto 30°C. However, it can get hotter than this so it is important that you drink lots of water (not coke, this dehydrates you). It is also the end of the rainy season so you will need to pack a light rain jacket for while we are in Tokyo.
Clothing
Clothing is very important in Asian cultures as you are judged by your appearance. You should therefore, dress formally, smartly and tastefully – remember you are an ambassador, not a tourist!
Take clothes that don’t crease easily. Comfortable shoes will be essential as you will be doing a reasonable amount of walking.
Be prepared to take your shoes on and off frequently. Loose leather slip-on shoes are convenient. Take plenty of cotton socks without holes to avoid smelly feet!
Money
Japan is a cash society. Travellers’ cheques can not be exchanged easily! Also there are limited machines that will accept international cash flow cards in Japan so think carefully before taking one. The currency is Japanese Yen (JPY) which is approximately NZ$1 = 76 yen. You will get a better exchange rate in New Zealand so it is wise to change your money before we go.
Quick Guide to Exchange Rate
\100 = $1.30 $1.00 = \76
\1000 = $13.13 $10.00 = \761
\10000 = $131.32 $100.00 = \7,614
A lot of the meals will be included in the travel costs paid however students will be given a meal allowance per day when the meal is not supplied.
All activities and transport is included in the $5,000 paid. Any money above this is up to the students and their parents. This money is the student’s own responsibility.
Useful items
· A small album of photographs and postcards – home, family, pets, your school, your town, NZ culture etc. This will give you something to talk about with people you meet on the train. Take a few extra postcards to give away as well.
· A waist money belt.
Essential items
* Waist-bag containing, cash, other valuables (Mr Taylor will hold onto your passport)
* Day pack/school bag-cabin luggage, daily outings, overnight stays
* Itinerary booklet/diary
* Writing gear (pens, small notebook)
* Photos of your life in NZ to show host family
* Roll bag/medium sized back pack/suitcase
* Watch, Camera, Small calculator
* Toilet gear (tampoons/shampoo/toothpaste etc)
* Medicine, Tissues for blowing your nose
* Handkerchiefs for wiping your hands
* 1 small towel or flannel
* Plastic bags for dirty/wet clothes/shoes
* Water bottle
* School HPE uniform and sneakers
* Other appropriate casual clothing
Underwear Sleep wear 1 sweater or light jacket for cool nights
shorts/skirts 6-7 T shirts Walking shoes jandals Swimsuit
Lightweight rain jacket or parker or foldaway umbrella HPE gear for school
You will sweat a lot in the humidity so make sure you take clothes that will breathe in the heat.
Gifts
Gift giving is an important part of life in Japan. It is recommended that you take some small gifts to show your gratitude to the many helpful Japanese people you will meet on your travels.
Gift ideas may include:
· NZ craft items/ picture book/ calendar/ chocolates / stickers/ pins / postcards,
· Food such as jam, honeys, kiwifruit slices, biscuits to share on the train
· NZ tea towels
· Small souvenir kiwis
· Picture book on NZ
· Pens, pencils, erasers, key rings, stamps, coins, plastic tiki
· NZ chocolate, biscuits, canned butter, honey
It is better to have too many gifts than to be embarrassed by being caught short. Gift-wrapping is also very important so take some paper, cello tape and scissors and wrap your gifts there to avoid “suitcase scrunch syndrome.”
General
· It is suggested that you take a clear file to file away the huge array of brochures/ souvenirs you will accumulate over the trip.
· Before you leave get used to eating rice and noodles with chopsticks.
· If you like your own special tea or coffee (with sugar), take it with you as there will be flasks of water in your hotel room and on the train. Japanese teabags and cups will be provided in the hotel but not on the train.
· Check your general knowledge of NZ, especially in comparison to Japan, as you will no doubt be asked lots of questions.
· Phrase questions tactfully e.g. In NZ we.., how does this compare with Japan, rather than “why do you….?”
· Avoid being judgemental. Remember you are a guest in Japan, and as one you should be gracious and diplomatic.
· When speaking English, try to speak slowly and clearly in short sentences. If you cannot make yourself understood try writing down what you want to say. Avoid kiwi slang words, idioms or phrases.
· If you are unsure as to what to do in a particular situation, watch what the Japanese people do around you and follow their cues. Try to be observant.
· If you have a concern or problem, let Ms Lodge or Mr Taylor know sooner rather than later! It is better for us to be made aware of a situation than be surprised when it has reached crisis level. In most cases, the earlier we know, the greater chance we have of successfully sorting it out.
Safety
· Always look both ways when crossing the road. Never assume people will stop a pedestrian!
· Always keep you luggage in sight and preferably be in contact with it at all times e.g. stand with it between your feet rather than to the side of you.
· Stay with the group
· Never accept things from strangers (A common ploy if for shopkeepers to hand you something and then refuse to accept it back).
· Japanese tap water is safe to drink but take a drink bottle with you when you go out for the day in case you get thirsty.
· Be aware of pickpockets and people who may slash your backpack when it is worn on your back. Ensure none of your valuables are in the outside or side pockets.
· Always keep your money in a safe place. Discretely check often.
· Lock your suitcase in your hotel room when you go out and ensure nothing valuable is left lying out.
· Ensure your passport is in good condition. If tatty it may cause logistical problems.
Packing and Flying tips
· Stuff socks and small items into your shoes.
· Put leakable items inside two sealed plastic bags e.g. Glad zip-top bags. Nothing is more annoying than opening your suitcase and finding every smells like shampoo.