Reference
Incoming international students orientation
Spring 2020 (online video)
We are providing orientation videos, for incoming international students who will enroll in Spring 2020, at the Internet School of Tohoku University (ISTU).
After receiving your Tohokudai ID, please access ISTU and watch all the contents (1-4) in your preferred language (JP or EN).
Click here for the flyer.
Orientation Videos
The videos for incoming international students orientation videos are available.
Click here (ISTU) for the videos (internal use only).
How to watch the videos is here
Necesary items: Tohokudai ID, password
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Tips for avoiding crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
On and Off Campus Support Groups for International Students
On and off campus support groups are listed below.
Please look at flyer or HP for their activities and services.
* The activities and services below may be suspended or scaled down due to measures to prevent COVID-19.
* Extracurricular and club activities have been prohibited. Please check the university's official website regularly and follow the guidelines.
Off campus
- Tohoku University Co-op The flyer is here
Tohoku University Co-op provides various services including food, bookstore, insurance and etc. - Miyagi International Association(MIA) The flyer is here
MIA is an organization that aims to promote internationalization in Miyagi including support services for international students and residents. - Sendai Tourism Convention and International Association(SenTIA) The flyer is here
SenTIA operates Sendai Multicultural Center, and it provides useful infomration for living in multiple languages. - Group Mori The HP is here(Japanese only)
Group Mori is a volunteer organization that aims to support international students in their daily lives.
※ Group Mori decided to suspend their activities for Spring 2020.
On campus
- Tohoku University Library The HP is here
TU library offers services which supports international students in multiple languages. - Tohoku University Foreign Students Association(TUFSA) The flyer is here
TUFSA mainly consists of international students and offers a place for them to get to know each other. - @home The flyer is here
@home is a group that connects International and Japanese students each other through events. - Persatuan Pelajar Indonesia Sendai(PPIS) The flyer is here
PPIS is a support group by international students from Indonesia. - Tohoku University International Department of SCRUM(IDeS) The flyer is here
SCRUM conducts volunteer not only in the Tohoku area but also other areas in Japan. - Tohoku University Muslim Cultural Association(TUMCA) The flyer is here
TUMCA is a support groups to show true face of Islamic culture. - Tohoku University STEM Student Network(TUSTEM) The flyer is here
TUSTEM is an international exchange group to foster mutual exchange between Japanese and international students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate STEM curricula.
Reference Materials
- Tohoku University Japanese Language Program at Kawauchi
- Global Learning Center
- Tohoku University International Studnet Help Desk
- Center for Learning Support (SLA Support Office) The flyer is here
- IAC Japanese Class "Cha-Chat J Salon"
- Student Health Care Center
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Campus Life Safety/Security Guide
- Illegal drugs warning
- Software Usage
- Commuting Guide
- Tohokudai-ID Quick Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- Official Social Media Accounts
- Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste and How to Put Them out for Collection(Sendai City Office)
The leaflet is here - Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with "GAKKENSAI" for International Students ("Inbound futai-gakuso")
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Halal Food Guide for International Students in Tohoku University
September 30, 2019
The Orientation movie is available
The incoming international students orientation (Sep.30, 2019) movie is available. Click here for the movie (internal use only). How to watch the movie?
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules (Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Tips for avoiding crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
Reference Materials
- A Guide to the "Tohoku University Japanese Language Program at Kawauchi"
- A List of Japanese Courses On and Off Campus
- Global Learning Center
- Tohoku University International Studnet Help Desk
- Center for Learning Support (SLA Support Office)
- Fall Chest X-rays
- Instructions for undergoing chest x-rays
- Student Health Care Center
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Campus Life Safety/Security Guide
- Illegal drugs warning
- Software Usage
- Commuting Guide
- Tohokudai-ID Quick Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- Official Social Media Accounts
- Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste and How to Put Them out for Collection(Sendai City Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with "GAKKENSAI" for International Students ("Inbound futai-gakuso")
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Halal Food Guide for International Students in Tohoku University
April 3, 2019
The Orientation movie is available
The incoming international students orientation (April. 3, 2019) movie is available. Click here for the movie (internal use only). How to watch the movie?
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules (Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Tips for avoiding crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
Reference Materials
- A Guide to the "Tohoku University Japanese Language Program at Kawauchi"
- A List of Japanese Courses On and Off Campus
- Center for Learning Support (SLA Support Office)
- Student Health Care Center
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Campus Life Safety/Security Guide
- Illegal drugs warning
- Software Usage
- Subway and Bus Commuting Guide
- Tohokudai-ID Quick Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- Official Social Media Accounts
- Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste and How to Put Them out for Collection(Sendai City Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with "GAKKENSAI" for International Students ("Inbound futai-gakuso")
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Halal Food Guide for International Students in Tohoku University
October 2, 2018
The Orientation movie is available
The incoming international students orientation (Oct. 2, 2018) movie is available. Click here for the movie (internal use only). How to watch the movie?
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules (Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Tips for avoiding crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
Reference Materials
- Important Information on "Japanese Language Program at Kawauchi"
- A List of Japanese Courses On and Off Campus
- Fall Chest X-rays
- Instructions for undergoing chest x-rays
- Student Health Care Center
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Illegal drugs warning
- Software Usage
- Subway and Bus Commuting Guide
- Tohokudai-ID Quick Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- Official Social Media Accounts
- Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste and How to Put Them out for Collection(Sendai City Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with "GAKKENSAI" for International Students ("Inbound futai-gakuso")
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Halal Food Guide for International Students in Tohoku University
April, 2018
The Orientation movie is available
The incoming international students orientation (Apr. 3, 2018) movie is available. Click here for the movie (internal use only). How to watch the movie?
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University(Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules(Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Tips for avoiding crime(Miyagi Prefectural Police)
Reference Materials
- Illegal drugs warning
- Subway and Bus Commuting Guide
- Tohokudai-ID Quick Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- Official Social Media Accounts
- Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Student Health Care Center
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with "GAKKENSAI" for International Students ("Inbound futai-gakuso")
- Warning notice
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
October, 2017
Presentation Files
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules (Sendai Kita Police Station)
Reference Materials
- Subway and Bus Commuting Guide
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- 2017 Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Student Health Care Center
- Annual medical checkup, Chest X-rays
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"
- Personal Liability Insurance for students "GAKKENBAI"
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives Coupled with PAS for International Students
- Warning notice
- Sendai Hospitals and Clinics services available in foreign languages(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
- Interpretation Support Hotline(Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association)
Orientation Audio
- ISTU: Internet School of Tohoku University(internal use only)
How to listen to the audio? - Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Traffic rules (Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- 2017 Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- Traffic Safety Guidelines for Pedestrians and Cyclists
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Student Health Care Center
- Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research "GAKKENSAI"(Academic year 2016)
- Personal Liability Insurance for students "GAKKENBAI"(Academic year 2016)
- Warning notice
- ISTU: Internet School of Tohoku University(internal use only)
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Center for Career Support
- University Library
- Tips for Avoiding Crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
- Tohoku Univ. Co-op
- Miyagi International Association (MIA)
- Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association (SenTIA)
- Group Mori
- Tohoku University Foreign Student Association (TUFSA)
- @home
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Library Guide
- Concierge Service for International Students
- International Student Concierge Week, 2016 Autumn
- Tohoku University Library 5th Global Session
- Library Guidance and Tour
- Tohoku Univ. Co-op
- Tohoku University Volunteer Support Center(SCRUM)
- Tohoku University Safety Confirmation System
- 2016 Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- Student life at Tohoku University (Global Learning Center)
- Center for Counseling and Disability Services
- Center for Career Support
- University Library
- Tips for Avoiding Crime (Miyagi Prefectural Police)
- Tohoku Univ. Co-op
- Miyagi International Association (MIA)
- Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association (SenTIA)
- Group Mori
- Tohoku University Foreign Student Association (TUFSA)
- @home
- Library Guidance for International Students
- Concierge Service for International Students
- International Student Concierge Week, Spring
- Sendai Hospitals & Clinics Services Available in Foreign Languages
- Interpretation Support Hotline
- Recycled Bicycle Sale
- PLEASE REGISTER WITH THE SAFETY CONFIRMATION SYSTEM
- 2016 Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- 2016 Guide for Sorting Recyclables and Waste, and How to Put Them out for Collection (Sendai CIty Office)
- Tohoku University social media flier (Public Relations Division)
- Program
- List of materials
- Questionnaire on the whole orientation
- Questionnaire on the school cafeteria and food
- Interpretation Support Hotline Card(SenTIA)
- HANDBOOK FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 2015-2016
- STUDENT HEALTH CARE CENTER Guide
- Concierge Service for International Students(Tohoku University Library)
- Tohoku University Libraries Map(Japanese only)
- Tohoku University Main Library Guide
- Tips for Avoiding Cyber Crime(Miyagi Prefectural Police)
- TRAFFIC SAFETY GUIDELINES for Pedestrians and Cyclists(Sendai Kita Police Station)
- Miyagi International Association(MIA) leaflet
- Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association(SenTIA) leaflet
- 2015 guide for sorting recyclables and waste, and how to put them out for collection
(Sendai CIty Office) ※The linked page is the website of Sendai City. - SENDAI HOSPITALS & CLINICS services available in foreign languages(SenTIA)
- Disaster Training Event in Sanjo-machi(SenTIA) leaflet
- Neighborhood Disaster Training Event(SenTIA) leaflet
- Sendai World Festa 2015(SenTIA)
- UNIV.CO-OP leaflet
- UNIV. CO-OP's Student Mutual Benefit(=KYOSAI)
- Tohoku University All University Simultaneous Safety Information Registration Training
- Group Mori leaflet
- imoni party (@home) flier
- TOHOKU UNIVERSITY FOREIGN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (TUFSA) leaflet
- Stay in touch with TUFSA!
- Tohoku University social media leaflet(Public Relations Division)
- LIFE IN SENDAI booklet(SenTIA) ※available at the Sendai International Center.
April, 2017
Presentation Files
Reference Materials
Orientation Video
October, 2016
Presentation Files
Handouts
Center for Counseling and Disability Services
University Library
Tohoku Univ. Co-op
Miyagi International Association (MIA)
Sendai Tourism, Convention and International Association (SenTIA)
Tohoku University Volunteer Support Center(SCRUM)
Others
April, 2016
Online Questionnaire
Please fill out the online orientation questionnaire and send from the following URL. Thank you for your cooperation.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ACzgAc2wvrHcnmmzNzV3ck4U_f9Kh5YDMLwbAOi-sn8/viewform