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From the
EDITOR
J
apan, one of the world’s most technologically
advanced and developed nations, has a
vast majority of its population literate. The
education level in Japan is marked as high in
practicals. High levels of achievement are recorded
in the field of science.
Various activities are conducted in Japan’s schools
from an early stage, making them unique as well
as disciplined. Student clubs are one of the most
popular educational practices in Japan’s education
system. These clubs are considered an essential
element for social integration and teamwork in
Japan. These clubs are mainly divided into two
parts: sports clubs and cultural clubs.
Education is the process of accelerating learning
or acquiring knowledge, skills, values, morals,
beliefs, habits, and personal development.
Teaching methods include teaching, training,
storytelling, discussion, and purposeful research.
Education always takes place under the guidance
of teachers; however, students can also educate
themselves. Education can take place in a formal
or informal environment, and any experience that
has a formative influence on the way we think,
feel or act can be considered educational. The

teaching method is called pedagogy.
Formal education is often formally divided into
phases, such as kindergarten or pre-school,
primary education, secondary education, and
then college, university, or apprenticeship. In
most regions, education is compulsory until a
certain age.
Education consists of learning specific skills as
well as something less tangible but deeper:
giving knowledge, positive judgment, and
well-developed wisdom. Education has one
of the basic aspects of passing culture from
generation to generation. But, it is more of a
formal process of education and learning that
takes place around the school.
International education can be seen as
developing international-mindedness or
enhancing international attitudes and
awareness. From an ideological perspective,
international education focuses on moral
development, by influencing the creation of
“positive attitudes towards peace, international
understanding and responsible
world citizenship”.
From a pragmatic approach, international
education can relate to economic and cultural
globalization. For instance, there is increasing
demand for education qualifications to be
transferable between schools and education
systems. Furthermore, there is a “spread of
global quality standards through quality
assurance procedures such as accreditation.”
On the cover page of our edition of “The 10
Best International Schools in Japan - 2022,”
we have Jinseki International School’s main
campus building surrounded by nature. It
is a boarding school inspired by European
boarding education entangled with
Japanese culture.
SwiftNLift is not just an education magazine.
We aim to cover all other topics that are
relevant to the betterment of our society. We
always try to come up with articles covering
the latest trends and essential subjects. We
have worked hard for our readers and are
introducing you to this edition. I hope you
enjoy reading this piece of our efforts!
Nilesh Sabe
Chief Editor
- Nilesh Sabe

CONTENT
COVER STORY
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ARTICLES
JINSEKI
Effective way of copmmunication
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32 Teachings that matter
40 History of Japan

Profiles
Seisen International School
Saint Maur international School
Nishimachi International School
Osaka YMCA International School
DSK International
Kspace International School
AIE International High School
Shizuoka Salesio
Clarence International School
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Inspired By Culture,
Nestled In Nature.

BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
JINSEKI

A
beautiful island nation, famed for its ground-
breaking technology, automotive industry
and engineering, Japan has also long been
admired for its education system, and ranks near the
top of PISA tables.
Japan’s literacy rate has been high for centuries
and now stands at 99%, while Japanese people also
accord great importance to mathematics and science,
ensuring that it emerges well from international
comparisons.
Yet, Jinseki International School (JINIS) has an
approach that sets it apart from other Japanese
educational institutions. In the best Japanese
traditions of learning from foreign models and then
adapting them to a Japanese context, Jinseki offers a
unique blend of the best of Japanese, European and
international schools.
The Inspiration
JINIS is based on the founder’s own experience of
European boarding schools, and was born of a desire
to recreate their qualities in a Japanese setting.
The Mission
JINIS sets out to develop the passion, skills and
personal qualities which will allow its pupils to make
a positive contribution to the world.
The Founder’s Background
JINIS’s founder is the Chairperson and publisher of a
125-year-old English-language newspaper.
The Core Principles
JINIS aims to nurture friendships and foster the
courage to embrace the future.
The Curriculum
JINIS, an ‘Article 1’ school, accredited by The
Japanese Ministry of Education, integrates the
International Primary Curriculum, or IPC (with
official accreditation in the pipeline), into Japanese
national curriculum guidelines.
JINIS also offers a farm programme that includes
Jinseki International School

safety and disaster prevention education in a beautiful
natural environment. In addition, its boarding
programme incorporates learning into every aspect
of daily life, including areas such as food education
and citizenship by taking advantage of the boarding
school environment.
Japanese Educational Culture
Japan is well known for embedding its holistic
cultural practices and respect for the environment
in its educational system. From the start, Japanese
school culture encourages students to clean their
school at the beginning of the day, while taking
care of the garden is also a task assigned to a
group of students. The idea behind such tasks is to
emphasize ‘group consciousness’ creating the sense
of togetherness between pupils that will make them
responsible citizens.
JINIS’s weekend activities include work on farms and
ranches, as well as project-based learning focusing on
traditional local culture. This helps pupils to absorb
Japanese culture and keep them in touch with nature.
The Unique JINIS Experience
JINIS is Japan’s first full-boarding primary school, in
a country where boarding schools are not as popular
as they are in other parts of the world, such as Europe
or North America. Uniquely in Japan, JINIS provides
an environment where children can be children in a
natural setting.
The Campus and Facilities
As well as excellent academic and boarding facilities,
JINIS has a Japanese garden of over 33,000 square
metres, four Japanese tea rooms, a farm and a Bizen
pottery workshop.

And COVID?
JINIS is a full boarding school where
teachers and staff also reside, so
students wear no masks on campus,
despite COVID-19. This meant that
JINIS could continue to provide a
normal learning environment during
the pandemic.
The Appeal for Students and
Parents
JINIS parents entrust their children
to Jinseki -Japan’s first full-boarding
primary school - because they
understand the value of a new style
of learning. So popular is the varied
programme on offer that many parents
are enrolling siblings to join their older
brother or sister.

Michael Rob Gray
☐ Headmaster of Institut Le Rosey, Switzerland 2002-2019
☐ Senior Advisor and Board Member, Le Rosey 2019-to date
☐ Headmaster of Le Régent International School 2020-to date
JINISisthefirstfullyfledgedjuniorboardingschoolinJapanand
is set to become one of the most prestigious schools of its kind
anywhere. Those of us who know the advantages of boarding
schools have always felt that this kind of education was lacking
in Japan - in fact in Asia in general. JINIS is inspired by the best
schools in the UK, continental Europe and the US, where the
quality of education gains enormously from the full learning
experience that only the best boarding schools can provide.
But JINIS is more than that, since it also provides a bilingual
Japanese-English education, with respect for both languages
and the strengths of the various curricula and cultures that
accompany them. In doing so, it draws on the experience of
many international schools and especially the Institut Le Rosey
in Switzerland, where I was Headmaster for 17 years. I am proud
to be associated with this groundbreaking initiative.
John Baugh
☐ Headmaster of the Dragon School, Oxford 2002-2017
☐ Director of St Andrew’s School, Turi, Kenya 2018-2021
Jinseki International School (JINIS) is a school that prepares
children for life in many ways. While ensuring that the highest
academic standards are met, children grow socially and
emotionally in a caring and special boarding environment.
The school is intentionally small to meet the personal needs of
each child and to better understand that learning comes in all
forms and sizes.
It is a school where children learn how to learn, instead of what
they learn, where children learn that service and leadership
are inextricably linked – that it is only by learning to serve
does one learn to lead; where children learn to balance the
heat of competition with the good grace of sportsmanship;
where children learn that showing kindness and consideration
for others is a sign of strength of character not a weakness. In
this world, where materialism is great and consumption is a
powerful force, it is a joy to find a school that puts children at
the centre and learning is at everyone’s heart.

☐ Founded: April 2020
☐
Founding Members: Minako Suematsu,
Board Chair of the Jinseki Kogen gakuen
Institution
☐
School Location: 5020-77 Tokiyasu,
Jinsekikogen‒cho, Jinseki‒gun, Hiroshima,
Japan
☐ DefiningCharacteristic:JinsekiInternational
School (JINIS) is Japan’s first full-boarding
primary school, as well as an ‘Article 1’
school, accredited by the Japanese Ministry
of Education. We provide the children with
a happy, safe environment round the clock
as their ‘home away from home’, and we
support them to build strong relationships
with their peers and their families.
☐ Website: https://jinis.jp/en/

BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Colette Rogers, Head of School
Seisen is an international Catholic school that accepts
students from all ethnic cultures, groups, and religious
traditions in a happy, caring, and respectful atmosphere.
At Seisen they bring their commitment to Love in
Action to which they are passionate about international
education. They believe that international education
helps create caring youth and critical thinkers who can
contribute to creating a better and more peaceful world.
Their faculty members love their areas of expertise and
they love young people. They believe that every student
has a unique potential that they can achieve with their
care and guidance. They also offer an educational
program called “prepares today’s students for the world
of tomorrow”. Their program spans the preschool,
elementary and high school years, K-12, and focuses on
very high academic standards as well as social, physical,
aesthetic, cultural, and spiritual development.
The International Baccalaureate Program (IB) offers
high school students a diploma that grants them
university admission certificates to colleges around
the world. Seisen is a community made up of faculty,
staff, students, parents, and alumni, enriched by over
60 different nationalities, who all work together for the
betterment of every student.
What is IB PYP?
ThePrimaryYearsProgram(PYPP)isatransdisciplinary
curriculum model where teaching and learning are
organized around six transdisciplinary themes:
 Have global significance for all students in all cultures
 Provide students with the opportunity to explore the
commonalities of the human experience
 Incorporating knowledge, concepts, and skills from
traditional subject areas
 Provide real opportunities for learners to connect
with the world around them

Provide engaging, relevant, challenging, and
important learning opportunities.
Seisen International
School
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Their student life
While academic achievement is central to life at Seisen,
they also emphasize student leadership, spirituality,
and service. Students are encouraged to reach out both
locally and globally. They are challenged to “exercise
love”. Their students are also invited to enjoy a variety
of school activities that represent their interests and
strengths and the faculty members that accompany
these activities. There is something for everyone: debate
and drama, band and orchestra, arts and textiles,
math and science, environment and model United
Nations, along with a host of sporting activities. They
regularly compete in all local and Far East competitions
and championships.
Conclusion
SeisenInternationalSchoolwasfoundedbyacommunity
of Catholic Sisters, maidservants of the Sacred Heart of
Jesus. The school reflects the Sisters’ special identity
and educational philosophy while respecting common
Judeo-Christian values and adopting the spiritual
wisdom of other religious traditions.
At Seisen, they foster a vibrant, faith-filled environment
where students can experience God’s love for every one
of them and grow into people who care for others and
cherish that love. put into practice.
Website- https://www.seisen.com/
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BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Annette Levy, Interim
School Head
Saint Maur
international School
Founded in 1872, as the innovators of international
education in Japan, the school continues to serve the
needs of children (co-educational, from 2½ years
old to grade 12) of the multi-cultural, multi-faith
international community. Undoubtedly, one of the
most valuable benefits of Saint Maur education is the
preparation for the future. They offer students rigorous
educationandstrongextra-curricularoptions,resulting
in 100% matriculation rates in four-year colleges
and universities.
Since1872,St.Maur’shasservedasaschoolcommunity
where moral values govern all that they do to help
students, parents, and staff reach their full potential.
They are an inclusive center that supports every
member of their school community, and students
receive unparalleled care in a safe, supportive, diverse,
and inclusive learning environment.

Their Values
 Traditional Values
For nearly 150 years, the school at Saint Maur has
emphasized strong character and moral citizenship
in all areas of life. They believe that their student
behavior profiles, required outcomes, and restorative
practicesareimportantguidingprinciplesthroughout
the development of their students. A Saint Maur
student works ethically and collaboratively with all
people and takes on the necessary responsibility to
combat social injustice.
 Polytheistic And Multinational
They prepare students from over 40 countries
to become global citizens through a dynamic,
international curriculum. As a Catholic foundation,
St Maur’s serves as a community that respects and
values cultural and religious differences. The cultural
diversity inherent in their school is one of their
strengths, and students develop the knowledge, skills,
and internationally-minded attitudes necessary
to contribute productively to an increasingly
interdependent global society.
 Progressive In Education
Although the school is traditional in values, it is
progressive in educational innovation. St. Maur has
consistentlybeenoneofthefirstschoolsinJapan,Asia,
and the world to adopt and develop the Montessori
system, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC),
the International General Certificate of Secondary
Education (IGCSE) program, and the first schools in
the world. IB) program.
Conclusion
Since 1872, St. Maur’s has served as a school community
where moral values govern all that they do to help
students, parents, and staff reach their full potential.
They support every member of their school community,
and students receive unparalleled care in a safe,
supportive, and diverse learning environment.
One of the most valuable benefits of Saint Maur
education is the preparation for the future. A balanced,
quality academic and extra-curricular program is
provided to the students, which has resulted in a 100%
matriculation rate in four-year universities and colleges.
Website- https://www.stmaur.ac.jp/
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BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Nishimachi International
School
Karen O’Neill, Head of
School
Founded in 1949, Nishimachi has been known in Japan
for its innovative international educational excellence
for over seventy years. The language of instruction is
English and all students study the Japanese language
and culture daily. Working with a dedicated faculty
and staff, students benefit from the school’s rigorous
curriculum, close community, and interaction with
the vibrant local culture. Students leave Nishimachi
fully prepared to continue their education in first-class
educational institutions around the world. As part
of a community of learners, students are empowered
to take personal ownership of their learning, build
meaningful relationships with others, pursue challenges
and persevere, act ethically and respectfully, and think,
innovate and reflect on many The procedures are
directed to be used. Nishimachi learners take action
to bring value to others and they want to be a positive
influence in their world.
Nishimachi promotes the all-around development
of individuals via education which focuses on the
development of their intellectual, creative, personal,
social, and physical abilities. The school is committed
to educating students of all nationalities as international
and independent thinkers. Nishimachi’s educational
motto is to allow children to learn in a supportive caring
environment that follows a .philosophy based on a spirit
of internationalism and humanism that
Why choose Nishimachi?
Academically rigorous. Full of variety. Intimate school
community. Their commitment to lifelong learning.

They are much more than subject offerings or academic
programs. What makes their school special is their
culture of community and respect, the way they
embrace diversity, their focus on active learning, trust,
and communication, and their strong commitment
to language learning in both English and Japanese. Is.
Every member of their community is part of an ongoing
process of growth and learning.
Nishimachi Learner Expectations
 They Build Relationships: They develop meaningful
connections between people, cultures, and ideas.
 They take ownership: They take the initiative,
explore their questions and accept responsibility for
their actions.

They pursue challenges: They take risks
and persevere.
 They act ethically: They respect differences, are
empathetic, and work to find solutions on a global
and local level.
 They are creative: They use many processes to think,
innovate, and reflect.
Conclusion
They believe that learning a second language is not
just limited to language skills, but also develops an
international perspective and understanding, allowing
their students to transcend culture. They believe that
classroom and co-curricular activities should foster
sensitivity and respect for individual talents as well as
differences. They believe that every student should learn
to function as an individual and as part of a group. Their
ultimate goal is that every Nishimachi student learns to
live and contribute harmoniously to the world society.
Website- https://www.nishimachi.ac.jp/
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E
ffective communication is one of the
important skills to achieve success in
life. It’s the premise of any successful
and lasting relationship, whether personal or
professional. Many of us hold a misconception that
communicationisaboutchoosingthecorrectwords
and saying what the opposition wants to listen to,
but there’s more to that. Communication can take
many shapes, and navigating them effectively can
help us build better relationships with others and
find greater fulfillment in altogether corners of
our lives.
Effective communication feels like it should
be spontaneous. But lots of times after we
try and communicate with others something
goes wrong. we are saying one thing, the
opposite person hears something else,
and misunderstandings, frustration, and
conflict arise.
For many folks, communicating more clearly and
effectively requires learning some important skills.
Whether you’re trying to enhance communication
together with your kids, spouse, boss, or co-
workers, learning some skills can facilitate
strengthening your relationships with others,
build more trust and respect, and may improve
teamwork, problem-solving, and your overall
social and emotional health.
Barriers To Effective Communication:
 Feeling stressed and out of control: When
you’re stressed or emotionally overwhelmed,
you’ll misread people, send confusing or
nonverbal cues, and fall under an unhealthy
Knee-Jerk pattern of behavior. To avoid
conflict and misunderstandings, you’ll learn
to calm down quickly before continuing
the conversation.
 Lack of attention: You can’t communicate
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effectively once you are multitasking. If you’re
checking your phone, planning what you
are going to mention next, or daydreaming,
you’re almost sure to miss nonverbal cues
in conversation. You would like to avoid
distractions and stay focused.

Inconsistent body language: Nonverbal
communication should reinforce what’s being
said, not contradict it. Your listener will feel that
you just are dishonest if you say one thing but
your visual communication indicates something
else, for instance, you cannot say “yes” while
nodding your head.

Negative body language: If you disagree
or don’t like what’s being said, you will use
negative visual communication to contradict
the opposite person’s message, like avoiding
eye contact, crossing your arms, or using your
tapping feet. It is vital to avoid sending negative
signals because it helps to speak effectively and
not put the opposite person on the defensive.
Why is effective communication
important?
Effective communication is vital both inside and
out of doors the workplace because it allows you
to translate your intentions and feelings into easily
understandablemessages.Effectivecommunication
causes you to be a more productive employee and
cuts down on the unintended consequences which
will arise as a result of miscommunication. By
developing a good communication process, you
understand what others are saying which causes
you to be a far better colleague and member of
the team.
Ways to speak More effectively
 Be concise, yet specific: For written and
language,practicebeingbriefbutspecificenough
that you just provide enough information for
the opposite person to know what you’re trying
to mention. And if you’re replying to an email,
ensure you read the complete email before
preparing your reply. With enough practice,
you will not learn to steer around or convey an
excessive amount of information.
 Empathy: Empathy means both understanding
andregardingsomeoneelse’sfeelings.Exhibiting
high emotional intelligence and therefore
the ability to empathize builds a connection
between you and enhances your ability to speak.
 Think before you speak: Always pause before
speaking, don’t say the primary thing that
involves the mind. Take it slow and listen to
what you wish to mention and the way you say
it. This one habit will prevent embarrassment.
 Express Yourself: Communication is about
expressing yourself. It’s about sharing your
thoughts and feelings with others honestly and
openly. Plus, you’ll be able to assert yourself,
which suggests you arise for your beliefs while
respecting the opinions of others.
 Control Your Emotions: Too often, once
we touch on a sensitive topic, we allow
our feelings to shadow the conversation.
Sometimes, we forget the entire point of
that conversation, resulting in an unpleasant
situation where we are saying things that we
later regret.
Conclusion
Even time we communicate with one another,
we should always listen to those little details
like gestures and sight, because communication
isn’t almost words. Indeed, communication
could be a complex process that forces
our entire existence to talk in our hearts
and minds.
- Amrin Ahmed

BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Osaka YMCA
International School
Kazuki Yamane,
Head of School
Osaka YMCA International School is an independent,
non-profit, co-educational preschool-grade 12-day
school established in 2001 to serve the needs of the
bicultural, international, and internationally-minded
community of the Kansai region of Japan. OYIS serves
students whose parents work in the international
business community, as well as Japanese citizens and
other long-term foreign residents of the Kansai region.
Osaka has traditionally been considered the economic
center of Japan and is the largest city in western
Japan. Because of its central location and its role as
an international port city, many of its students attend
school, even from other prefectures such as Hyogo,
Kyoto, and Shiga.
OYIS is an inclusive school, and they enroll students
with diverse interests, creative talents, and service-
oriented ideals, who benefit from both the programs
we offer and the opportunity to achieve our
mission objectives.
At OYIS they strive to support all their students with
a special focus on their three guiding principles of
Encounter, Connect and Transform. As a starting point,
they intend to help students learn to be independent as
they confront diversity and engage with international-
minded development.
AlthoughOYIShasgrownsignificantlywiththeopening
of its second campus, they still have a small school spirit
of personal support and care. It is their commitment as a
learning community to work closely with their students
and families to maximize growth and development.
OYIS is a fun, vibrant, and caring community.
Their Leadership
Their leadership team is dedicated to creating a
learning environment where every student feels free to
freely explore, explore and build relationships, Where
families are welcomed into a bright and dynamic
community. Composed of a global group of educational
and operational experts, their leadership ensures that
teaching and learning remain the heart of the school
and that OYIS provides an incredible experience for
everyone who joins their family.

Their Mission In Action
At Osaka YMCA International School, students actively
develop knowledge, skills, and an international mindset
throughstudent-centered,inquiry-basedlearning.Their
programs are designed to empower students to achieve
personal success while contributing compassionately to
their local communities and a more peaceful world.
They are committed to empowering their students to
become independent and world-minded. They will
create an engaging learning environment by delivering
academic excellence through the core YMCA values of
building a global mindset and a healthy spirit, mind,
and body.
Conclusion
Through their teaching and learning, they aim to help
their students discover who they are and connect people
to an inquiry-based learning environment based on an
international-class conceptual framework. Lastly, they
are committed to serving or changing their community.
This is most clearly demonstrated by their commitment
to service-learning and community engagement.
Website- https://oyis.org/
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DSK
International
BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
The Team
DSK International (DSKI) is a German school abroad
and an IB World school for children aged 2 to 11. At
DSKI,theyprovideanexceptional,innovativeeducation
based on their German heritage and are recognized for
embracing the rich diversity of their learners and their
world. , they look at education holistically to ensure that
students learn using their hearts, heads, and hands.
At DSKI they offer much more than a school. They offer
an enjoyable and stimulating journey from the age of
one year up to the age of eleven. They strive to develop
their students into well-rounded, multilingual global
citizens who will have a passion for learning for life and
a desire to make a difference in the world.
Under the expert guidance and care of their teachers,
your child will develop in an environment that covers
a wide range of subjects through our programs and
co-curricular activities. They provide a variety of
tasks, activities, and services to ensure that your
child’s development and your family’s experience are
world-class.
At DSKI they provide a daily school shuttle bus plying
from multiple locations. Every September and February
pickup and return locations are discussed with parents
to ensure the shuttle bus is as convenient as possible.
What they offer
 One Student - Three Languages: At DSKI they are
proud to offer all their students three languages:
English, German and Japanese. They are a true
multilingual school and the only primary school in
Japan to offer three languages Japanese as a foreign
language (JFL) and Kokugo (native language).
 An award-winning eco-friendly campus: The
unique and eco-friendly DSK International
Schoolhouse was completed in 2009. It has been built
from sustainably sourced timber to form a two-story
wooden modern school building. The classrooms are
tastefully designed and are fully equipped, providing
a perfect learning space. There is a library, art room,
outdoor play area, an EAL support room, and further
rooms for carrying out specialist classes and project
related tasks.

 Learn An Instrument Through their Concerts:
At DSKI, students have the opportunity to learn
a classical instrument that can help children
strengthen their creativity and self-expression.
Music can enrich a child’s educational experience
and they at DSKI are proud to facilitate this.
Getting involved in art and music is wonderful for
children’s development.
 Develop Creativity Through their Art Club: Their
Art Club is open to all students who are interested in
developing their artistic talent through art activities.
Theclubaimstohelpstudentsdeveloptheconfidence
to express themselves artistically and creatively. They
will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of their
artwork as well as display some of their work to
the school.
 DSKI. Swimming training: At DSKI, all students
take swimming lessons until the age of 10. Swimming
is a skill for life and they place great emphasis on
safety and fun in the water. Swimming lessons are
incorporated into the timetable and students get
used to it as part of their weekly schedule. They have
fully trained swimmers teaching swimming at the
Kobe Municipal Pool, which is a short bus ride away.
 DSKI. information communication technology:
Their commitment to 21st-century learning and ICT
skills development has prompted the school to invest
in a range of new multimedia technologies and
hardware. These skills, concepts, and competencies
will be incorporated into the units of inquiry to
increase opportunities for learning and presentation.
Conclusion
Their mission is based on their German heritage and
European values and beliefs. As a school community,
they strive to be a lifelong inquisitor, inspired by and
challenged by authentic and meaningful learning
experiences. Being committed to providing exceptional
education, they foster an international mindset, critical
thinking, respect for inclusion and diversity, and a
willingness to act with honesty and compassion.
Website- https://dskobe.org/en/
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BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Kspace International
School
Juliet Rogove, Principal
Kspace is a thriving international school located in
Shirokanedai, Tokyo. With their highly successful
nursery and preschool programs, they offer a wide
range of extra-curricular options for children ages 14
months to 9 years, as well as seasonal camps throughout
the year! Take a look at each of our fun places to find
the class that best fits you and your child’s needs. In
collaboration with reputed architects and child experts,
they created the ultimate facility with state-of-the-art
safety and grooming features. Their location is serene,
surrounded by nature, and amidst a loving community.
The ‘K’ in their name represents children, kind, and
Kodomo. It’s amazing how the word for kids in so many
languagesbeginswitha‘k’!theyhavecreatedanamazing
space for their children’s education and development.
Since 2001 they have achieved great success and enjoyed
the happiest experiences with thousands of children and
their families representing nearly 40 countries around
the world! Parents love our international environment,
which provides a ‘home from home environment
for expatriates.

Their facility

Their lower school/preschool children enjoy the
designated areas of their floor, where they have a
vast array of props, educational toys, percussion
instruments, art materials, and tools to enrich
inquisitive minds and engaged bodies. When their
students need a nap they enjoy their ‘cocoon club’ an
especially cozy place with cots, blankets, and a sense
of security.
 Their colorful storage and library passage is a bridge
between the buildings and a spectacular feature that
floods in light and houses some fantastic equipment.
 Dramas, media presentations, and art exhibitions
come alive in this beautiful underwater-themed
room! Their waving stage is the perfect stage for the
many performances and concerts performed by their
children. The room is also great for an after-school
dance show.
 Their kindergarten pre-graduates spend their final
terms here in a classroom environment conducive
to exploration and focused study. The bright setting
becomes a canvas for the children’s intense and
varied project work.
Their Charity Organization
‘Cspace’ is the name of their fundraising group. They
bring their entire community together to support
projects that positively impact the lives of those less
fortunate, in the knowledge that they can all take steps
toward making the world a better place. They believe
that involving their children in Cspace projects gives
them greater care and empathy, as well as broadens
their knowledge of the many issues affecting families
around the world.
KSpace supports working and busy parents, so they
work together to create hassle-free projects and a lot of
fun, with an emphasis on enriching experiences.
Conclusion
They offer something for every stage of childhood. They
help parent and child strengthen bonds and experience
exciting new things together – and they’re here to
educate and care for kids when they step out on their
own. They are a ‘one-stop’ facility for families.
Website-
https://www.kspacetokyo.org/main/index.php
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In recent months, teachers have had the difficult task
of asking and answering, “What does teaching mean
now?” Effective teaching isn’t straightforward and
plenty of aspects together form up great learning.
Learning isn’t just learning the ABCs and 123s. it’s about
instilling confidence within the students to assist them
in their drive to succeed. Academically, it can help a
baby get through a lesson they find particularly difficult.
Spending a bit little bit of that beyond regular time
trying to induce over what they’re fighting and seeing
how excited they’re once they start having a relationship
makes it all worthwhile.
It’s not almost academic things; It may well be about
making friends, finding encouragement to seem before
class, or some guidance on what to try to do for the
longer term and apply for university. You are your
students’ biggest cheerleader in class, so tell them about
it and provide them with the boldness they have to
stay going.
Teaching means a day is different, no mundane or
repetitive work here! Sure, you’ll need to grade papers,
hold regular meetings, and do paperwork, except for the
foremost part, no two days are identical. Daily you may
work together with your students on different tasks, and
in fact, they’re going to never bore you. A day could be
a chance to figure out with young minds and teach new
things. However, one thing you’ll notice a day is the
smiles on children’s faces as they work and play within
the classroom that you simply have found for them.
Some Key Signs of excellent Quality
Teaching:
 Material Knowledge: It’s when teachers have a
deep knowledge of the topic they teach and may
communicate the fabric to their students effectively.
Furthermore, as a powerful understanding of the
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fabric being taught, teachers must also understand
how students consider the fabric and can evaluate
students’ thinking behind their methods and
students’ common misconceptions.
 Quality Of Instruction: There’s also strong evidence
that the standard of education can have a sway on
learning. This includes teachers skilled in the use
of effective inquiry and evaluation. Good teachers
also deploy techniques like reviewing past learning
and giving children ample time to practice, meaning
skills are safely embedded. When done well, teachers
help students learn by progressively introducing new
skills and knowledge.
 LearningEnvironment:Thestandardoftheteaching
and learning relationship between teachers and
students is additionally important. Good teaching
creates an environment that constantly demands
more, and drives students to succeed. a decent
learning environment challenges students, develops
a way of competence, attributes success to effort
instead of ability, and values resilience to failure.
 ClassroomManagement: There’s moderate evidence
of impact on students’ learning: efficient use of lesson
time; coordinating classroom resources and space;
and managing student behavior with clear rules that
are consistently enforced.
 TeacherTrust: There’s some evidence to indicate why
teachers adopt particular practices, and therefore the
objectives or goals they need for their students also
are important.
 Professional Behavior: Developing professional
skills and practice, participating in professional
development, supporting peers, and a wider range of
contact and communication with parents also play a
task in effective learning.
Conclusion
Teachers want each of their lessons to demonstrate
excellence when it involves subject knowledge,
classroom management, climate, and relationships with
students. It also is sensible that if teachers give some
thought to whether what they are doing is effective, also
as recognizing what’s not, they’ll continually improve
professional teaching practice.
- Amrin Ahmed

AIE International
High School
BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
AIE International High School is a broad sector
communication/credit high school with international
and general courses. Since 1981, the mother body,
the AIE (Academy of International Education), has
been advocating for the development of “international
Japanese”, supporting Japanese international students in
partnership with American universities, and engaging
in English education activities in Japan. A school where
youth with rich sensibility discover a new self and
develop their motivation and ability to contribute to the
world at large.
AIE has partnered with American universities since
1981 to implement programs for young people wishing
to study abroad in the United States. They have an
office in Washington State, and while operating their
dorm, they practice “study abroad” and produce many
graduates. As a core educational program of AIE, they
plan and manage theater performances by students in
the USA, lectures for skill development, training camps,
etc. In addition, in Japan, they are developing a full-time
study abroad preparation program and English classes.
Elementary, junior high, and high school students.
At AIE, in the global age, they foster an “international
orientation” that focuses on the world and wants to be
a member of the international community. The goal is
to improve your ability to learn relations with different
countries while gaining a solid understanding of
your country.
In language learning, the goal of “English that can
be understood” in a world where information flies
borderless, is the “reception capability” of correctly
interpreting a message sent from the other party, and
of the other party in response. AIE, the mother of AIE
International High School, operates a dormitory in
Washington State, USA, and a “residential program”
to support regular study abroad programs for Japanese
students in collaboration with partner universities.
Regular study abroad is a study abroad program aimed
at obtaining a degree, and students will study and earn
credits on an equal footing with local students. For
international students to obtain a bachelor’s degree at
a US university, they need to have high language skills
and mental ability to tolerate study abroad, and the
success rate is generally said to be around 20%. More
than 90% of Japan’s international students have earned
a degree under the AIE residential program.

Students who meet standards such as English
proficiency set by each university and the standards
recommended by AIE can go on to universities
affiliated with AIE in the United States.
Conclusion
AIE International High School acknowledges young
people who have a high awareness and sensitivity to
society, and students’ enthusiasm and ability to pay
attention to the world, be aware of social problems,
and try to solve them. However, their goal is to lead
people to become human resources with a high sense
of ethics and a sense of mission.
Website- https://www.aie.ed.jp/
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Shizuoka Salesio
BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Shizuoka Salesio Kindergarten / Elementary School
ElementaryPhasebecameanInternationalBaccalaureate
PYP (Elementary Year Programme) authorized school
on February 26, 2020. Shizuoka Salesio Kindergarten is
a day to open kindergarten for pre-admission children
and parents as a place to expand the scope of parenting
of children and play with many friends with peace
of mind.
At Shizuoka Salesio, they value their relationships with
people. They hope that school is a place where people
can share space, communicate with each other, that is,
feel comfortable with each other. The basis of Shizuoka
Salesio’s teaching is the “Teaching of Christ”. Education
is “love”. It is based on nurturing and nurturing a love
for oneself and for others.
The main reason why Shizuoka Salesio Kindergarten
and Elementary School has launched the International
Baccalaureate Educational Program is that the founding
spirit based on the Catholic spirit and the International
BaccalaureateIBMissionStatementareexactlythesame.
Shizuoka Salesio Primary School, based on Catholic
teachings, provides PYP education to an international
standard under the school philosophy of “promoting an
honest and a good person in society” to foster children’s
ability to live as a true international person.
The founder, Saint Don Bosco, based his teaching on
“living together (assistenza in Italian)” to express “love”.
Bysharingspaceandtime,childrenandfacultymembers
themselves can feel that they are really important.
The Team

Preventive Education System
Don Bosco had an original idea of practicing education
by Assistenza. He hoped that by giving children a better
experience and knowing their attractiveness, they
would be independent and ready to choose their own
good ones. To this end, teachers try to consider children
to be “preventive” rather than “preventive”, and this is
called preventive education law.
Their philosophy:
 Have a Compassionate Attitude: They believed
that teachers should love and be loved by children.
Shizuoka Salesio’s teacher is a teacher who has
abundant creativity and flexibility to interact with
youth with a charitable heart to foster friendship
with children.
 BuildingaRelationshipofTrustThroughDialogue
(Cause): It was through dialogue that they made it a
major cornerstone of education that children should
be convinced and cooperated with the teacher with
an independent mind. In keeping with the words
of Don Bosco, “Love builds trust and faith creates
education,” Shizuoka Salesio will continue to provide
education that meets the needs of modern society.
 To show and educate a new human image (faith/
belief): Don Bosco’s educational beliefs are rooted in
his relationship with Christ. Therefore, they laid the
foundations of their faith with the goal of educating
to realize a new human image, which Christ Himself
shows, “a free and irreplaceable one who is loved by
his Father, God.”
Conclusion
In today’s rapidly changing world, by understanding
Don Bosco’s way of living, they aim to foster children
whounderstandthatotherpeople,withtheirdifferences,
can be right. In addition, they also develop inquiring,
knowledgeable and caring youth who help build a
better and more peaceful world through intercultural
understanding and respect.
Website- https://ssalesio.ac.jp/
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BEST
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOLS
IN JAPAN- 2022
Clarence International School
Kirsten O’Connor,
Interim Head of School
Established in 2016 in Omotesando, Tokyo, Clarence
International school offers discerning families a unique
opportunity to access a culturally rich international
education. Working closely with the prestigious
British royal founding charity in the United Kingdom
– Children and the Arts (CATA), founded in 2006 by
HRH The Prince of Wales –they want to do their part in
introducing children to the arts in Japan.
In addition to their emphasis on academic excellence
in literacy and numeracy, their teaching and learning
philosophy places a strong focus on developing inner
curiosity, building confidence, and becoming a social,
responsible individual. Mastery of languages and arts is
essential for these purposes. They tend to think of art
as an intermediary field between the magical world of
infancy and the world we live in. By placing the arts at
the center of their curriculum, they equip children with
all the necessary academic and social abilities without
giving up the magic of childhood.
Their students and families are truly international with
backgrounds from all over the world. They embrace
diversity and learn about each other’s traditions and
cultures in many different ways; Whether through
traditional Japanese poetry, German folk songs, South
African poetry or tribal artworks, our students love
to discover and connect with the wider world and its
people through art.
Premises And Facilities
When establishing the school, they chose a house
in the heart of Omotesando. They believe that this

environment has a huge impact on young children on
their spatial identity and their relationship with the
world around them. A home is a warm, nurturing place
where children feel comfortable stepping out of their
comfort zones and growing up. There are lots of parks
and green areas to visit in the neighborhood where
they go to learn and play every day. They even use their
school bus to get on the move to explore the exciting
areas around Tokyo.
The comfortable spaces within the main building have
been individually designed to meet the educational
needs of all their students. Classroom spaces and
resources are clearly delineated on each floor, and the
shared space is designed to ensure that staff can support
each other in providing the highest quality learning
experiences. They have a comfortable new library where
kids can come to work, read and borrow from hundreds
of English language books!
 Library: They have a dedicated school library where
hundreds of English language titles are available
to children. It is a cozy space designed to invite
children and parents to enjoy reading and to feed
their imaginations!
 Rooftop Garden: Every spring their roof begins to
burst in color as the seeds we plant grow and bloom.
Here their kids learn about the germination process,
how plants grow from seed, how they flower and
develop fruit and how they can use those from fruit
to seed again! Not only this but their kids use the
fruits and vegetables we grow to prepare healthy
dishes and snacks.
Conclusion
At Clarence our vision is to shape confident, imaginative
and inquisitive learners with a foundation of academic
excellence. They achieve this through personalized,
game-based learning experiences that focus on the arts
and are based on the British EYFS curriculum.
Website- https://www.clarenceschool.jp/
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Japan has always held pride to have one of the richest
cultures and history in the world. No two ways about
it. Japanese civilization can be traced back to the first
pottery - around 16,000 years ago! Most of us know Japan
for the bright, neon lights and current, trendy fun facts of
karaoke. But are we well aware of its history?
We all know Japan has natural landmarks like Japan
CherryBlossomandMountFuji,cutting-edgetechnology
like Japanese cars and bullet trains, wacky inventions
like karaoke and vending machines, cultural values like
politics and punctuality, popular anime and manga, and
mouth-watering food like Famous Ramen and Sushi.
Japan had little or no contact with the outside world, for
just over two centuries. From 1635 to 1852, travel abroad
was banned because of a law called the Sakoku Edict. This
included foreign trade and anyone moving in and out
of Japan. The law was enacted because the country had
experienced considerable trouble, especially with foreign
powers. We won’t go into gruesome details about what
happened next, which led to the passing of this law, but
Japan faced a slight technical lag due to this shutdown.
The US Navy forced the closure of Japan in 1852, which
helped the country develop the unique culture that we
now know and love.
Is Japan the cleanest country in
the world?
If you think a country is clean when pollution levels are
low, then Japan might not be the most pristine country
globally. However, if you consider that a country is clean,
with low levels of litter and people using fewer plastic
bags than others, Japan will top the list.
I don’t think Japanese people are naturally clean
compared to other nationalities. Instead, I believe that
the whole purpose of their life is to keep everything
clean and organized to create a sense of beauty in
their life.
History of Japan

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Why is there an obsession with cleanliness
in Japan?
The culture of Japan embodies the answer to this
question. In Japan, people are expected to be disciplined
when it comes to working and following the rules. So
that means they shouldn’t leave trash or dirt behind after
a meal. In short, you can say that cleanliness is part of
Japanese culture.
Population
Japan is home to approximately 126,672,000 people.
Today, the country suffers from a very low birth
rate, making it one of the fastest aging societies in
the world.
The Yamato Japanese ethnic group makes up 98.5 percent
of the population. The other 1.5 percent include Koreans
(0.5 percent), Chinese (0.4 percent), and indigenous
Ainu (50,000 people). The Ryukyuan people of Okinawa
and neighboring islands are not sure to be 100%
ethnically Yamato.
Japan developed color printing in 1765
Woodblock printing is huge in Japan. Originally, they
were in black and white, but in 1765, colored woodblock
printing was invented. Woodblock printing was used for
graphic novels and advertisements. It was sometimes
seen as a threat to Japan’s elite as they were often used to
cover up political disputes.
Robots Already Existed in the 1600s
In the 1600s, Japan was already making robots! Japanese
written records from the 8th century contained records of
automatons such as water clocks. By the turn of the 17th
century, the Japanese were already making mechanical
puppet-like mechanisms, known as Karakuri, which
were used for entertainment.
In the 19th century, these mechanical puppets were
capable of shooting arrows or serving tea.
Japanese are both Shinto and Buddhist
Japan is full of temples and shrines. There are two
different places of worship for two different religions.
In Japan, the people follow both Shinto and Buddhist
cultures. It is called shinbutsu. Some say there is no real
difference between the two.
Only 40% of Japanese people follow the religion.
The majority of Japanese people, about 80%, are
Shinto and practice Shinto rituals, and 34% practice
Geospatial rituals.
Christianity Was Kept Secret in Ancient
Japan
In 1549, Francis Xavier took Christian missionaries to
Japan. He concentrated on the southern part of the nation
in Kyushu. During that time, Christianity was repressed
and there were loose restrictions on it. Sometimes, there
were even crucifixes. Until the 1650s, all this led to
Christianity being kept a secret.
In 1864, a commercial treaty took place that allowed
Christianity among foreigners in Japan, but not the
Japanese themselves. The ban on Christianity was lifted
in 1873, and churches began to be built on the islands
and coasts of Nagasaki and Kumamoto.
Conclusion
Japanisanationmolded because of rapid transitions
from isolationism to globalism. Its culture is a
beautiful fusion between its old cultures and new
Western cultures.
- Amrin Ahmed

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