My semester at Sophia University in Tokyo was an amazing experience and is now coming to an end. Through language barriers, unique customs, and unfamiliar traditions, I discovered the power of empathy and understanding in bridging the gaps between people from different backgrounds. Among the moments during my semester, a few stood out as true…
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Looking Back
As my semester comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on how fast time has passed and how I’ve changed through this experience. The past few months have been challenging, confusing and overwhelming but also extremely fun, exciting, and rewarding. I am so glad that I chose to go to Tokyo, an unconventional choice for…
First Weeks in Tokyo
Hello! I’m Emma Brow a third-year student at Pitt and I am studying abroad at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan. I’m majoring in marketing with a minor in film and media studies. I considered many different countries when I was deciding where to study abroad. Eventually, I settled on Japan knowing that visiting Tokyo has…
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