Events

Tohoku University's International Support Center (ISC) will hold two orientation sessions this April for newly arriving international researchers.

Staff from Sendai City and the Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association (SenTIA) will also be present to provide information about life in Sendai and various government procedures.

While the orientation is primarily aimed at new researchers, international students, family members and host department staff are all welcome to attend. Please note that both sessions will have similar content and will be conducted in English.

Aobayama Campus Session

Date and Time: April 15 (Tue), 2 - 4 p.m.
Venue: Meeting Room, 2F, Central Hall (C01), Aobayama Campus (Map)

Katahira Campus Session

Date and Time: April 24 (Thu), 2 - 4 p.m.
Venue: Meeting Room, 2F, Sakura Hall (E01), Katahira Campus (Map)

Registration

Form: https://forms.gle/cycQMw9KZ4Wtx44j8
Registration deadline: Noon, the day before each session
Applications will be closed once the capacity is reached.

Session Details (same for both days)

• Information about living in Sendai as an international resident
• Potential challenges and available support
• Helpful resources, guidance on bureaucratic procedures and local services
• Disaster preparedness, safety measures and what to do in case of a natural disaster.
• Q&A

The International Support Center (ISC) provides assistance to international students, researchers and staff on various aspects of daily life in Japan. For more information about the ISC and the orientation sessions, please visit:
https://sup.bureau.tohoku.ac.jp/en/2025/03/14/orientation-re/

Link:

• Poster (pdf)