Kamiyan
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- 18 Jul 2016
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Same here, didn't get a confirmation regarding the stipend ( I hope they give a little more than what it is said in the MEXT site because tokyo is really expensive :S).
MEXT Scholarship (Graduate Students) 2017
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Same here, didn't get a confirmation regarding the stipend ( I hope they give a little more than what it is said in the MEXT site because tokyo is really expensive :S).
Salpies
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- 26 Sep 2016
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I'l make one and paste the link here! someone has to do it xD
Here : 欢迎来到 Facebook！
Can frida or someone join? I'l make you guys admin then!
If nobody joins I'l delete it
I sent a request to join, add me please ;D
Kiraboshii
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- 13 Aug 2016
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I sent a request too!
And I'd also like to know if there was any info on the stipend. Initially I intend to stay in the dorms, but because they're really far from campus I want to find somewhere closer ASAP and it's good to know exactly what price range I should be considering...
And I'd also like to know if there was any info on the stipend. Initially I intend to stay in the dorms, but because they're really far from campus I want to find somewhere closer ASAP and it's good to know exactly what price range I should be considering...
kobayakawa
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- 23 Jun 2016
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Hey indojindesu! Congratulations! Almost there! And thanks for the suggestion. I just sent an email to the graduate school informing them that I was selected and that I am waiting for their further instructions!
Frida
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- 16 Mar 2013
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@indojindesu congratulations!! OMG that was a long wait for you, and after all of us receiver our notifications, it must have been aweful XD But you made it!!!!
Also, for whoever asked about the university not contacting you, one of the recommendations that my embassy made was to contact the other two universities and let them know you received the results and thank them for their support even though you were no placed there, they said this will leave the doors open to future candidates
Also, for whoever asked about the university not contacting you, one of the recommendations that my embassy made was to contact the other two universities and let them know you received the results and thank them for their support even though you were no placed there, they said this will leave the doors open to future candidates
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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Stipend thing was mentioned in the guidelines :
143,000yen (Research Students(non-regular students), 144,000yen (regular students in Master's
courses or professional graduate courses), or 145,000yen(regular students in doctoral courses) per month.
(In case that the recipient research in a designated region, 2,000 or 3,000 yen per month will be added. The
monetary amount each year may be subject to change due to budgetary reasons.)
143,000yen (Research Students(non-regular students), 144,000yen (regular students in Master's
courses or professional graduate courses), or 145,000yen(regular students in doctoral courses) per month.
(In case that the recipient research in a designated region, 2,000 or 3,000 yen per month will be added. The
monetary amount each year may be subject to change due to budgetary reasons.)
trish^_^
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- 13 Jan 2017
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It's indicated in the MEXT scholarship guidelines. In my case, the letter from my university also contained the stipend details including how to get it.
trish^_^
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- 13 Jan 2017
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I think it's okay to contact the university or perhaps your professor if you already had previous contact with him during the application process?
Frida
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- 16 Mar 2013
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Oh yes, by now we are free to contact them and ask for recommendations, information, help, etc.
My professor even sent me the contact information of other Mexican students in the university so that they could help me get around when I get there.
Hey everyone, just thought of an important topic to ask you guys and girls: preparations.
I've seen tons of videos on YouTube, as well as articles on sites such as JREF, about how to prepare for a trip to Japan. Despite the usual advises (buy medicine beforehand in your homeland; be aware of Japan's weather; be aware that English is not such a commonly spoken language; respect Japanese culture by not being impolite in situations us gaijin usually are; etc.), I understand that since we will all live there for pretty long time, some specific preparations might be in order.
Personally, I'm closing bank, cell phone and general accounts; writing PoAs for specific persons to act on my behalf; getting vaccines; looking for dorms (duh); informing the tax offices of my country about my absence; informing electoral offices (here it's compulsory to vote) as well; waiting to buy Yen at the best price; buying local gifts for my future adviser and people of interest.. and that's all I can remember for now.
What about you guys? Am I missing anything?
I've seen tons of videos on YouTube, as well as articles on sites such as JREF, about how to prepare for a trip to Japan. Despite the usual advises (buy medicine beforehand in your homeland; be aware of Japan's weather; be aware that English is not such a commonly spoken language; respect Japanese culture by not being impolite in situations us gaijin usually are; etc.), I understand that since we will all live there for pretty long time, some specific preparations might be in order.
Personally, I'm closing bank, cell phone and general accounts; writing PoAs for specific persons to act on my behalf; getting vaccines; looking for dorms (duh); informing the tax offices of my country about my absence; informing electoral offices (here it's compulsory to vote) as well; waiting to buy Yen at the best price; buying local gifts for my future adviser and people of interest.. and that's all I can remember for now.
What about you guys? Am I missing anything?
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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I havent thought about any of this yet XD I have selected october so I dont want to start the planning (boring) stuff right now, but your list looks pretty good to me!
indojindesu
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Also, I am planning on writing a blog about the application process, specifically for Indian applicants. We can write a blog on Jref right? Anybody else planning to do the same? XD
Even though I say its a blog, it will probably be a very simple write up about the process because I suck at writing such stuff
Even though I say its a blog, it will probably be a very simple write up about the process because I suck at writing such stuff
Also, I am planning on writing a blog about the application process, specifically for Indian applicants. We can write a blog on Jref right? Anybody else planning to do the same? XD
Even though I say its a blog, it will probably be a very simple write up about the process because I suck at writing such stuff
I was thinking of doing the same xD
And also, noticed you updated your daruma. Wish fulfilled?
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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Hehehe yeah! Wish fulfilled!
And I created a blog on Jref already! Finished writing everything
if any future applicant asks me about anything related to this scholarship imma just point him/her to the blog *LIKE A BOSS*
Salpies
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- 26 Sep 2016
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I'll probably rent a portable wi-fi for a week & pick it up at the airport when I arrive. I'm not sure what my internet situation will be like at my residence so I want to make sure I'm not bereft without contact & google maps haha. It's cheap and convenient, they give you an envelope and you just pop it into the mail when you're done.
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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Which company is this? This is a very nice idea!
Salpies
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- 26 Sep 2016
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I've used both of these before with absolutely no problems:
Mobile Internet rental | Lineup | SoftBank Global Rental
Rental Mobile Wifi Mifi Pocket Wifi in Japan, Portable Wifi Mifi router access point:: Global Advanced Communications
Softbank has better coverage, but Global Advanced is cheaper and unless you're travelling to major inaka areas, its coverage is still great.
Frida
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- 16 Mar 2013
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The fist thing I'm doing is deciding the clothes I'm going to take.
OMG, I didn't know I had sooooo many things! It's horrible. I'm a hoarder! XD
So far I have been able to get rid of two fullbig bags of clothes, but I still have to get rid of more.
I do know I'm taking airplane size toothpaste, shampoo and soap. I do not want to have to go to buy all those things on the first day I'm there after 15+ hours of traveling in airplane, plus internal travel, plus walking, plus jet lag XD
A friend also told me that, if you like big bathtowels, you should take one, that the japanese stores usually only sell small sized ones.
I'm starting to contact real estate companies in case I don't get a dorm, but so far I have not been able to find one that lets you reserve an apartment before being in Japan.
I'm curious as to what vaccines you're talking about.
OMG, I didn't know I had sooooo many things! It's horrible. I'm a hoarder! XD
So far I have been able to get rid of two fullbig bags of clothes, but I still have to get rid of more.
I do know I'm taking airplane size toothpaste, shampoo and soap. I do not want to have to go to buy all those things on the first day I'm there after 15+ hours of traveling in airplane, plus internal travel, plus walking, plus jet lag XD
A friend also told me that, if you like big bathtowels, you should take one, that the japanese stores usually only sell small sized ones.
I'm starting to contact real estate companies in case I don't get a dorm, but so far I have not been able to find one that lets you reserve an apartment before being in Japan.
I'm curious as to what vaccines you're talking about.
Salpies
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- 26 Sep 2016
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Have you looked into guest houses? They usually do monthly contracts, and vary from studio apartments to shared houses. It might be easier to find something permanent when you're in Japan and if you're struggling you can use the co-op facilities at your university that help with housing. (this is based off anecdotal evidence of friends rather than my own experiences though)
I don't know what I'm going to do about clothes, I have so many
Two bags filled is impressive haha
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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How many bags are you guys taking?
Because my mom is insisting on me carrying 2 big bags and a small cabin luggage bag and a backpack. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
Because my mom is insisting on me carrying 2 big bags and a small cabin luggage bag and a backpack. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
Same here. Why and when did I buy all this stuff?!?!
Frida
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- 16 Mar 2013
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Have you looked into guest houses? They usually do monthly contracts, and vary from studio apartments to shared houses. It might be easier to find something permanent when you're in Japan and if you're struggling you can use the co-op facilities at your university that help with housing. (this is based off anecdotal evidence of friends rather than my own experiences though)
I don't know what I'm going to do about clothes, I have so many
Yes, that is the to go plan if I fail to find something better, it's just that I have lived alone for many many years now, and I cannot see me sharing bathroom with someone XD I'm a little bit picky
How many bags are you guys taking?
Because my mom is insisting on me carrying 2 big bags and a small cabin luggage bag and a backpack. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
Same here. Why and when did I buy all this stuff?!?!
I will be taking 1 big rolling suitcase, the carry-on suitcase, and a medium size backpack.
You must consider you will be having to carry all you take through the trains, walk streets, maybe take buses.
We are not going to stay in Tokyo, so must likely we will have to run from Narita to Haneda airport, and fly to whatever airport is closest to our places, and then from there get to our new "homes".
Doesn't sound like an easy task.
Salpies
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- 26 Sep 2016
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How many bags are you guys taking?
Because my mom is insisting on me carrying 2 big bags and a small cabin luggage bag and a backpack. :banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead:
Same here. Why and when did I buy all this stuff?!?!
Just one suitcase! I will pack some boxes and get them shipped over with things like winter clothes and books. Everything else will go into storage (aka my parent's basement
)I received instructions how to get to my accommodation and it involves a train and bus ride + walking so I will try to be conservative in my initial stuff :/
indojindesu
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- 26 May 2015
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Yes I know! I'm trying to explain this stuff to my mom but I dont think she can hear me. I'l be leaving in October and she is planning stuff from January itself :nailbiting:
I'm also probably going to ship half my stuff. I cant walk with 4 suitcases! I'l die!!
I'm also probably going to ship half my stuff. I cant walk with 4 suitcases! I'l die!!
