AYFN Autumn Japan Culture Camp 2025 – Fully Funded Cultural Exchange in Japan

Omran Aburayya
Jun 5
3 min read

Are you a youth passionate about culture, travel, and global friendships? Applications are now open for AYFN’s Autumn Japan Culture Camp (JCC) 2025 where you will make extraordinary memories in the land of the rising sun—right during its most magical season: autumn!

🎓JCC Program Summary

Location: Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, Japan
Host Institution: AYFN Academy
Program Type: Cultural Exchange Program
Target Group: Youth aged 17–40 from all nationalities
Fields of Focus: Japanese culture, language, and society
Funding: Fully funded scholarships available (details below)
Duration: 6 days (October 19–24, 2025)
Application Deadline: August 1, 2025
Eligible to: Individuals aged 17–40 with an interest in travel and culture.

🌐 Program Overview

The AYFN Autumn Japan Culture Camp 2025 is a short-term cultural immersion program designed to provide participants with firsthand experience of Japanese culture and society. The program includes daily activities and cultural excursions, offering a full immersion experience. English will be used as the primary language, so no prior knowledge of Japanese is necessary.

🗓️ Itinerary Highlights

Day 1: Arrival in Osaka, hotel check-in, and visit to Namba and Dotonburi
Day 2: Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine and Osaka Castle
Day 3: Kimono experience in Gion and Higashiyama walking tour
Day 4: Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, and Tenryu-ji Temple
Day 5: Explore Nara Park and Todaiji Temple, participate in a gift exchange session
Day 6: Hotel check-out and departure

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

Program Fee Waiver: Valued at USD 950
Travel Grant: Up to USD 750 for flight expenses
Accommodation: 6 days and 5 nights in shared rooms
Meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 lunches
Cultural Activities: All activities and excursions as per itinerary
Local Transportation: Included for scheduled activities
Certificate: E-certificate of participation from AYFN
Souvenirs: Special souvenir from AYFN
Program Support: Full guidance and in-country coordination

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Open to all nationalities
Aged between 17 and 40 years
Interest in travel and culture
Involvement in social and youth activities
Demonstrated leadership potential
Physically and mentally healthy
Able to travel to Japan during the program dates
Willing to document all activities

📝 Application Procedure

Purchase AYFN E-book: Applicants are required to purchase an AYFN E-book (USD 30; discounted price: USD 11) as part of the application process.
Prepare Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (Europass format)
- Motivation letter: "Why do I need this scholarship?" (max 250 words)
- Essay: "Why I deserve this scholarship?" (max 250 words)
- Self-introduction video (max 2 minutes)
- Proof of E-book purchase
- All documents must be in English
Submit Application: Complete the online application form and upload all required documents.
Selection Process:
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified by August 20, 2025
- Interviews will be conducted between September 1–5, 2025
- Final announcement of selected participants on September 10, 2025

📅 Important Dates

Application Deadline: August 1, 2025
Program Dates: October 19–24, 2025
Location: Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, Japan

ℹ️ Additional Information

Self-Funded Option: For those not selected for the scholarship, a self-funded option is available with program fees starting from USD 950.
Contact Information:
- Email: contact@ayfnhq.org
- Phone: +62 812 2888 3949
- Address: Perumahan Munggur V No 1, Kramat, Sidoarum, Godean, Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia