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Tokyo, Japan

Robotics Engineering

STEM

Dates

-

3 weeks

Costs

$6,750

Highlights

Career exploration

Daily activities and excursions

Group collaboration

Hostel/hotel

Application Deadline

Enroll Now

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Dates

-

3 weeks

Costs

$6,750

Highlights

Career exploration

Daily activities and excursions

Group collaboration

Hostel/hotel

Application Deadline

Enroll Now

Request Information

Overview
Discover the nuts and bolts of robotics engineering in the futuristic city of Tokyo as you develop your own robot!

Spark your imagination for building robots in Japan’s innovative capital. Through hands-on classes, explore the basics of robotics and coding and learn about electrical components, circuits, chips, and microcontrollers. In just three weeks, build your own simple robot alongside other Global Navigators. In the end, present your robot and show off what it can do!

Visit world-class educational centers, witness life-size robots and tour innovative robotics companies that focus on addressing societal challenges, like labor shortages and care for the aging population. Investigate the social impact of robotics on daily life.

Soak up the beauty of Japanese culture among the glowing neon signs of Akihabara and futuristic skyscrapers like Tokyo Tower. On weekend excursions, travel to other parts of Japan, like Kawagoe, a historic castle town established during the Edo period. In Tokyo, you’ll experience firsthand the robotics programming process and jumpstart your interest in a robotics career.

Why Choose This Program?

Explore

Have fun discovering the high-tech streets of Tokyo.

Network

Meet new friends and engineers. Build your own community.

Get Inspired

Master the basics of mechanical and electrical components, use programming tools, and come home with the skills to program and assemble a fully functional robot.

Destination
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The Destination

Welcome to Tokyo, the world capital of gizmos and gadgets. 

Imagine entire neighborhoods dedicated to different gadgets, robots serving guests at restaurants, and advanced vending machines all over. Embodying a high-tech spirit in every corner, Tokyo has long been known as a global powerhouse of innovation. Thanks to its focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) in education, Japan is constantly driving us toward the future. The use of robots in medicine further highlights the country's positive technological advances, but robots also hold a special place in culture, art, and entertainment. In Tokyo, technology that makes everyday life easier (and more fun) abounds! 

Tokyo may be considered one of the world's most modern cities, but it wasn't always so. Historic landmarks like the Tsukiji Fish Market and Sensō-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, offer a glimpse of the more traditional side of Japan. Meanwhile, no adventure in Tokyo is complete without trying its iconic food, whether it's slurping ramen noodles, indulging in fresh sushi, and enjoying sweet mochi. Don't forget to snap a photo at Shibuya Crossing and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Cultural Awareness

CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Tokyo. 

 
Activities

Sample Activities

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Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!

  • Check out the Avatar Robot Cafe. Get inspired by its futuristic remote-controlled robot servers!

  • Pick out your favorite anime, manga, video games, and electronics in Akihabara, the center of Japanese otaku culture.

  • Explore local cafes that grow vegetables in-house through hydroponic technology, a method of growing plants in an artificial environment.

  • Discover Japan's many contributions to robotics and emerging technologies at Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. 

Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience. 

Testimonials
From CIEE

Traditional and Modern: Experiencing Japanese Culture in Tokyo!

By Isabella Melendez at CIEE

With orientation and introductions out of the way, our brave navigators were ready to dive right into the program! Their third day in Japan began with their first gaming class... keep reading

From CIEE

Why Go Abroad in High School to Explore STEM Careers?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Here's something you might not know: STEM students are the least likely to get to study abroad during college. With tightly packed schedules and tons of required courses, STEM majors... keep reading

From CIEE

7 Things to Know About High School Summer Abroad Housing

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

High school summer abroad is not just about teens exploring a topic in an exciting location. It’s also about finding a temporary home away from home. Read the 7 things you should know about our housing options.

Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Participants must be 14 years old and above.

  • Program open to current high school students—Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Students must have completed Freshman year of high school before traveling on program.

  • For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page

For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

Application Fee 

$25 

Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.    

More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Program Summer Session I 2025 3 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $6,750
Program Summer Session II 2025 3 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $6,750

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Program Balance = $6,750

Total Fees = $6,750

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Program Balance = $6,750

Total Fees = $6,750

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Ready to change your life?

What's Included

Interactive Classes

Housing

3 Meals/Day

(Dietary Needs Accommodated)

All Ground Transportation

(Once In-country)

Optional Flight Chaperone

(Flight Cost Not Included)

Pre-departure Advice and Orientation

Access to WIFI

(No international data plan or SIM card included)

All Cultural Activities and Excursions

Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection

24/7 Emergency On-site Support

Staff

Our Staff

Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.

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