What is HelloWorld
Cultural Exchange Program?
HelloWorld Cultural Exchange Program is an educational experience where Japanese students spend 1-3 days at the homes of international host families living in Japan.
By fostering a relaxed and family-like environment where the students can experiment using English as a tool for real-life communication, you can support children in experiencing new cultures without having to travel abroad, and inspire them to know more about the world.
Valuable Experience
Beyond Hosting
Create new connections in a diverse local community
Share your culture and learn more about Japan as well!
Why host with
HelloWorld?
Broaden children’s
horizons from your own
home!!
Cooking meals together
Discovering each other’s cultures
Enjoying outdoor activities
HelloWorld’s numbers
so far
350+
Host families from over 50 countries have joined our program so far.
9000+
Students have taken part in the HelloWorld Cultural Exchange Program
Of the participants stated they became more interested in other cultures after this experience.
Are you ready to join?
STEP
01
01
Submit the inquiry form
STEP
02
02
Schedule an online meeting
STEP
03
03
Staff will conduct home visit
STEP
04
04
Get matched with guests!
Host Support Staff
English
Español
日本語
English
Italiano
日本語
English
日本語
English
日本語
NEWS
Frequently Asked Questions
Q
Is it okay not to be able to speak Japanese?
Yes, it is fine.
Although not all children can speak English, The purpose of HelloWorld Home Stay is to enjoy trying new things and learning something in English, so please feel free to have conversations with the guests using gestures and have fun.
Q
How often will we be able to host every month?
It’s up to your family schedule.
Some people like to host twice a month, while others may only choose to host once a month. There are no restrictions.
Q
What are the ages of guests?
Guests range from elementary school students up to college students. We also have programs where the guests are adults. You will be notified of the ages of your guests before hosting.