Exploring the Land of the Rising Sun 2026
What if a single journey could take you from ancient temples and bamboo forests to futuristic trains and bustling city streets? Our school trip to Japan did exactly that—an unforgettable adventure filled with cultural discoveries, technological wonders, and valuable learning experiences that broadened our horizons.
Our journey across Japan was filled with exciting experiences, educational visits, and cultural discoveries. We began in Osaka, where we stopped at the magnificent Osaka Castle before visiting Nara Deer Park and the historic Todai-ji Temple. Seeing the friendly deer and the giant Buddha Statue was a memorable introduction to Japan’s rich heritage. In Kyoto, we visited Kyoto University and explored some of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, including the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Tenryu-ji Temple, and the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of bright red Torii Gates. These visits gave us a deeper appreciation for Japanese history, architecture, and traditions.
Our next destination was Nagoya, where we visited the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology and learnt about Japan’s technological advancements. We also enjoyed the Konika Minolta Planetarium and explored SCMaglev and Railway Park, where we saw the cutting-edge train technology. In Tokyo, we experienced the excitement of Disneyland and famous attractions such as Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing.
As our journey through Japan came to an end, we were grateful for the incredible experiences filled with learning and unforgettable memories that we gained. We want to thank EdTerra Edventures and our Chitkara International School for providing us with this wonderful opportunity.
Team Members: Aanvi Chitkara, Arshia Arora, Divreet Kaur, Guneet Singh, Harliv Kaur, Inaya Marwah, Tawheedman Kaur (Chitkara International School, Chandigarh).
EdTerra Edventures conducts various other programs for the youth. If you go to school and are under 17 years of age, ask your school to contact us to arrange a visit to your school for an introduction to “Japan” and other journeys under EdTerra’s India Discovery Program.
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