I got interested in English when I was in 6th grade of elementary school.When I was a high school student, I learned that there was a studying abroad program at Seiryo Junior College. After Ms. Seki and our senior students told us about the program, I wanted to go to study abroad, change myself and have confidence. That's why I decided to go to study abroad. When I first decided to go, I had pleasure of going to America, but as the departure day was getting closer, I became worried whether I could live by myself. I was very lonely when I left my family and friends on the departure day.

When I arrived in America, my host family picked me up at the airport. At that time, I had to leave my friends and teacher and communicate by myself. After I left the airport, I was taken to a cell phone shop and the bank. However, I couldn't understand what the people at the shop were saying, so I thought what if my English skills didn't improve. I was very anxious at that time and I got depressed. While I was worried, I had an orientation for one week before the class started. At that time, I made a lot of friends, but it still took me a while to speak out.

For the first few weeks, I was so concerned about grammar when I was speaking that I couldn't say what I wanted to say in English. I decided to talk more actively. Even if I made a mistake, I didn't care about it. As a result, I didn't feel the language barrier as much as before.

After I went to study abroad, I got 2 changes. First, I got confidence. Second, I got my own opinions.

If you go studying abroad, you will have a great experience you can't enjoy in Japan. I want you to make a lifetime memory that you can only experience during the 6 months.

Finally, I really appreciate my parents, teachers, friends who have supported me since I decided to go to study abroad, host family and friends who went to America together. Thank you very much!!

With Katy

First Starbucks

Illumination

Disneyland and California Disney Adventure Park

Delicious Dinner

Farewell Party

Okonomiyaki Party