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Japan - East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme

Implementation Reports

(14th April, 2009 – 23rd April, 2009)

May 2009

Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE)

Outline of ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme

1. Duration of visit in Japan

From 14th April to 23rd April 2009

2. Total number of ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste delegation membership: 216 Students： 195（89 Males, 106 Females) Supervisors: 21

3. Number of students by countries

Breakdown Country Number of students

Brunei 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Cambodia 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Indonesia 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Laos 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Malaysia 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Myanmar 5 (Male 2, Female 3) Philippines 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Thailand 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Timor-Leste 10 (Male 3, Female 7) Singapore 20 (Male 10, Female 10) Viet Nam 20 (Male 4, Female 16)

5. Programme schedule in Japan

See the next page

6. Visited prefectures in Japan Hokkaido, Miyagi, Ibaraki, Tokyo, Aichi, Osaka, Hyogo, Shimane, Fukuoka, and Okinawa

7. Total number of households participated in the home stay programme 164 households Hokkaido: 16 Miyagi: 21 Ibaraki: 16 Tokyo: 13 Aichi: 19

Osaka: 19 Hyogo: 20 Shimane: 10 Fukuoka: 15 Okinawa: 15 8. Total number of schools participated in the exchange programmes

15 schools Hokkaido: Shinyo High School / Hokkaido University Miyagi: Seiwagakuen High School Ibaraki: Takezono High School Tokyo: Hijirigaoka High School Aichi: Shigakukan High School / Wakamiya Commercial High School /

Nagoya City Technical High School Osaka: Senri High School Hyogo: Mukogawa Womens University Senior High school

Shimane: Izumonourin High School / Johokagaku High School Fukuoka: Junshin Gakuen High School Okinawa: Chubu Commercial High School / Nishihara High School

Hokkaido Group Miyagi Group Ibaraki Group Tokyo Group Aichi Group

22（9 Male/11 Female/2 Supervisors）


23（9Male/11 Female/3 Supervisors）



AM

PM

AM

PM

AM

PM

Courtesy Call onHokkaido GovernmentObservation visit toSapporo DistrictMeteorologicalObservatory

Visit SendaiAstronomicalObservatoryObservation ofRecycling Activities inLarge-Scale RetailStores

Mt. Tsukuba

Observation visit to Shin-Koto Incineration PlantStroll around Odaiba AreaSensoji Temple in Asakusa

Introduction to AichiPrefecture/ Courtesy Callon the Board of Educationof Nagoya City/ToyotaCommemorative Museumof Industry and Technology

AMSchool Visit :Sapporo Shinyo HighSchool

PMVisit to TVH (TelevisionHokkaido BroadcastingCompany)

AM

Interaction Programme:Experience of JapaneseCultureMeeting with HostFamilies

PM Homestay

AM Homestay Homestay Homestay Homestay

PM Farewell Party Farewell Party Farewell PartyFarewell PartyShippo-yaki Art Village

AMVisit to HokkaidoUniversity

Observation Visit toMatsushima（Zuiganji Temple,Godaido, DateMasamune HistoricalMuseum）

JAXA Tsukuba SpaceCenter(Japan AerospaceExploration Agency)

Stroll around Hakone,Hands-on experience ofYosegi-zaiku handicraft

Visit Inuyama Castle,Karakuri MarionetteMuseum, Urakuen Gardenand Joan Tea CeremonyHouse

PM Workshop

Shiogama Bay CruiseRide the Ferris Wheel atMitsui Outlet ParkPreparation forWorkshop

Visit to High EnergyAccelerator ResearchOrganizationWorkshop

Workshop

Observation visit to AikiLandfill SiteOsu Kannon shoppingarea

AMPreparation ofWorkshop Report &Presentation

WorkshopPreparation ofWorkshop Report &Presentation

Preparation of WorkshopReport & Presentation

WorkshopVisit to Nagoya CastlePreparation of WorkshopReport & Presentation

PM

AM

AM

PM

School Visit:Hijirigaoka High SchoolMeeting with Host Families,Homestay

School Visit: Nagoya CityTechnical High School,Wakamiya CommercialHigh School, ShigakukanHigh SchoolMeeting with HostFamilies, Homestay

Homestay Homestay Homestay

Programme for Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths ASEAN10+Timor-Leste Joint Programme

1Arrival to Japan

General Orientation

Workshop Presentation

5 Homestay

School Visit:Seiwa Gakuen HighSchoolMeeting with HostFamilies, Homestay

School Visit:Takezono High SchoolMeeting with HostFamilies, Homestay

4/18

Visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ：　Lectures on "ASEAN" and "ASEAN and Japan"

Japanese Language Lesson at Waseda HoshienJapanese Language Practice in Sunshine City

Move to Local Areas

Sat

Departure from Narita Airport ( 8 countries：Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia）Vietnam：Visit to Kasai Rinkai Park

Move to Narita Airport ( 2 countries: Indonesia, Timor-Leste)Vietnam：Move From Haneda Airport to Kansai Airport

Back to Tokyo

Tue

Thu

PM

Homestay

National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation

Farewell Dinner

10 4/23

4/16

4/207

4/218

4

6 4/19

9 4/22 Wed

2

4/17 Fri

Thu

Mon

3

Sun

4/14 Tue

Wed4/15

Osaka Group Hyogo Group Shimane Group Fukuoka Group Okinawa Group






AM

PM

AM

PM

AM

PM

Board Aqua-Liner (OsakaRiver Cruise)Visit Osaka City Abeno LifeSafety Learning Center

Visit Rokkozan Ranch(Icecream making)

Orientation

Interactionprogramme:HakataMeister (JapaneseSweets Making)

Introduction of Okinawa,Japanese languagelesson

AMInteraction Programme(Gathering with JDS*students)

Courtesy Call onFukuoka City Hall

PM

Big Wheel in Tenpozan (Mt.Tenpo)Observation of NaniwaKuishinbo YokochoObservation visit toMaishima Incineration Plant

Observation Visit:Kyushu NationalMuseum (CuratorExperience)Meeting with HostFamilies,Homestay

AMSchool Visit:MukogawaWomens University HighSchool

PM Homestay

AM HomestayHomestayFarewell Party

Homestay HomestayHomestayObservation visit toPeace Memorial Park

PM Farewell PartyInteractionProgramme:Calligraphy

Farewell Party Farewell PartyObservation visit toNaha Main PlaceFarewell Party

AMObservation Visit to OsakaCastle

Observation　of HyogoPrefecture

School Visit:Johokagaku HighSchool

School Visit:JunshinHigh School (Visitclasses)

Observation visit toWellness Village Motobu

PMSchool Visit:Senri High SchoolWorkshop

WorkshopObservation of Matsue City(Matsue Castle, HorikawaCruise)

School Visit:Junshin High SchoolWorkshop

Visit to Ocean ExpoPark, OkinawaChuraumi Aquarium

AMPreparation of WorkshopReport & Presentation

Preparation of WorkshopReport & Presentation

Workshop

Preparation ofWorkshop Report &PresentationVisit Kushida Shrine

Workshop

PM

AM

AM

PM

*JDS stands for Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource Development Scholarship, a scholarship programme run by JICE.

Homestay5 4/18 Sat Homestay

School Visit:Nishihara High School/Chubu Commercial HighSchoolMeeting with HostFamilies, Homestay

School Visit:MukogawaWomens University HighSchool

Meeting with Host Families,Homestay

4 4/17 Fri

Homestay

4/16 Thu

6 4/19

1

Programme for Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths ASEAN10+Timor-Leste Joint Programme

Arrival to Japan

General Orientation

Visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ：　Lectures on "ASEAN" and "ASEAN and Japan"

Japanese Language Lesson at Waseda HoshienJapanese Language Practice in Sunshine City

2

4/14 Tue

4/15 Wed

7 4/20 Mon

3

10 4/23 Thu

8 4/21 Tue

9 4/22 Wed

Move to Narita Airport ( 2 countries: Indonesia, Timor-Leste)Vietnam：Move From Haneda Airport to Kansai Airport

Move to Local Areas

Back to Tokyo

Sun

National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation

Workshop Presentation

Farewell Dinner

Departure from Narita Airport ( 8 countries：Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia）Vietnam：Visit to Kasai Rinkai Park

PM

School Visit:Izumonourin High School,Meeting with Host Families,Homestay

JENESYS Programme

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme

～Photo Book 1 General Programme ～

First day in Tokyo Prince Hotel: How do you do?

Sunshine City: Japanese Language Practice

Farewell Reception

Workshop Report Presentation

Lecture at MOFA : ASEAN and Japan

At Presentation: Everybody is serious

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 2: Hokkaido Group～

Hokkaido Univ.: With the statue of Dr. Clark Hokkaido Univ.: Experiencing -20℃.

Shinyo High School: Making rice balls

Workshop Meeting Host Family: Happy to meet you!

TV Hokkaido

Zuiganji Temple: Peace!

Seiwa Gakuen High School: How do we look?

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 3: Miyagi Group～

Farewell Party: Sparrow Dance

JUSCO Sendai Saiwaicho Branch : Learning Recycling Activities Seiwa Gakuen High School: We made friends!

Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 4: Ibaraki Group～

ワークショップ

JAXA Tsukuba Space Center Mt. Tsukuba: We are on the top!

Takezono High School: Calligraphy Takezono High School: Discussion

With Host Family: Teaming up as a family Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 5: Tokyo Group～

Shin-Koto Incineration Plant: How clean! Hijirigaoka High School: Greeting in Japanese

Hijirigaoka High School: Calligraphy

Hakone: Yosegi-zaiku Handicraft

Farewell Party: What a fun! Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 6: Aichi Group～

ワークショップ風景

Cloisonne Work Art Village: Everybody, jump! Karakuri Marionette Museum

Nagoya Castle: Strike a pose! Shigakukan High School: Cooking Class

Farewell Party: Singing together with Host Families Workshop

Osaka City Abeno Life Safety Learning Center

Farewell Party: Fighting back the tears

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 7: Osaka Group～

Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience Senri High School : Language no problem!

Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho : Oishii desu!

Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 8: Hyogo Group～

Mukogawa Women's University High School :Taste good? The way to Kobe Municipal Rokkosan Pasture

Shin-Kobe Station : Say Cheese! Nishinomiya City International Association:Calligraphy

Farewell Party:Sing in harmony with host families Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 9: Shimane Group～

Farewell Party: We had a great time!

Izumonourin High School: Japanese Drums Johokagaku High School: Making Rice Balls!

Shimane Group Photo: Nice to Meet You! Izumonourin High School: Lunch Together

Workshop

JENESYS Programme


～ Photo Book 10: Fukuoka Group～

Welcome to Junshin High School! Junshin High School: Japanese Harp

Homestay : Mother, thank you for the great meal!

Workshop Farewell Party: Performing together

Hakata Meister: Making Japanese confectionary

JENESYS Programme


～Photo Book 11: Okinawa Group ～

Nishihara Senior High School:Okonomi Yaki making

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium: Such a beautiful sea…

Peace Memorial Park: Study on the Battle of Okinawa

Workshop

Ocean Expo Park: What is this sea creature?

Farewell Party: Homestay was so much fun!

Workshop, Pre-Programme Questionnaire, Post-Programme

Questionnaire

The outcome of the programme is examined and confirmed by two different

ways, Questionnaires (Pre-Programme Questionnaire and Post-Programme

Questionnaire) and Workshop.

Workshop

Workshop is conducted at the end of Group Programme in each prefecture. All

the students are advised to keep daily findings on (1) Japan (2) ASEAN

countries. Reflecting on their experiences, they review their daily findings for the

Workshop. At the workshop, they share and discuss their findings with other

group members. After the workshop, the discussion is summarized in a

workshop report and presented at a workshop presentation.

There are 3 objectives of the workshop;

(1) To make the students clearly recognize their findings by putting them into

words and sharing them with other students of the group.

(2) To deepen their understandings by discussing the backgrounds, comparing

them with those in their own country, and thinking how they can be adopted.

(3) To summarize the discussion and the conclusion in a workshop report of the

group.

All the workshop reports and some comments of the students from the

Post-Programme Questionnaire are shown in the following pages.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【HOKKAIDO】 Date: 2009/4/21

Findings about Japan

（Topic： Work Ethics）

Work ethics for Japanese people is really important. It is the reason why they highly value time and are

always punctual. Japanese are taught to be punctual at an early aged and is trained at school and at home.

While in some ASEAN countries we have agreed that sometimes we lack punctuality and become insensitive

of time. In Japan everyone is well disciplined and organized. These characteristics of the Japanese people

should serve as an inspiration for all of us to follow for a positive and progressive future of our countries.

（Topic：Personality）

During our home stay experience we have live the Japanese way of life for 1 day and we can say that they

were really good and kind. Seata from Laos have found out that they, Japanese people, would give more

than what you’ve asked for and also if don’t asked for it. Moreover Japanese people have Mottainai spirit.

They don’t waste things. As an example, Lar of Laos received a camera during his home stay as a present

which his host family does not use anymore. And this show how generous and sincere they are for caring for

their environment. Another characteristic of Japanese people is that they were so hospitable. They would

prepare a banquet for everybody and would not eat until all guests have already had their food. It’s

something similar for countries like Thailand, Philippines, and Laos. Moreover, Filipinos, Lao, Thais,

Indonesians, Malays, Vietnamese, Bruneians are helping and giving hand for one another most especially

for those people in need. In the Philippines, it is famously called as “bayanihan.” Another is that ASEAN

countries including Japan are very helpful. When you approach them they’ll stop and help you out even

though their rushing for work.

Findings about ASEAN countries

（Topic：We are all ASIAN People）

Most of the ASEAN Countries have nearly the same tradition and customs. Moreover we also have our

differences. For example in Thailand when they see each other, they will bow. But in Brunei, they shake

hands. Nevertheless, most of us, Filipinos, Lao, Indonesians, Bruneians, and Malays use the same way of

respecting elders by putting hands on ones forehead. In addition, we also have similarities in bathing for we

experience bathing using a dipper and a pale of water in our own countries.

Conclusion

（Topic： Work Ethics）

To make change, it should start from us, we student ambassadors. We should always put ourselves in the

shoes of other people. Moreover, we should not be afraid of doing what is right. We should all serve as the

leaders for others to follow. And we think that by doing these steps people can do the same change among

themselves.

（Topic：Personality）

As conclusion, if one would indulge oneself to the core of the ASEAN countries customs and traditions, one

could see that all are warm, kind, hospitable and friendly just like Japanese people here in Hokkaido.

（Topic：We are all ASIAN People）

However, although we have differences in religious beliefs for some were Muslims, Buddhist and Christians;

this does not hinder us from working together harmoniously. Though sometimes it is hard to communicate

and understand each other we shared common ground that is : We are all ASIAN People and we are born to

be friends.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【MIYAGI】 Date: 2009/4/21


（Topic： CLEAN and MODERN）

During our stay in Japan, we noticed that Japan is the country that has clean surroundings

and a modern environment. For instance, Japanese separate garbage into many kinds.

That makes public cleaner. About its modernity, they have advanced machines as well as

technology (Shinkansen, …).

（Topic： POLITE and PUNCTUAL）

Japanese show the politeness by bowing, their heads when greetings and the way they

welcome us even if we are strangers. And, they also respect the old people. Thus, one of

the best characteristics of Japanese is being punctual. They always have an exact

schedule and do on time.


（Topic： FRIENDLY）

Even though we come from 10 different countries, we - members of Miyagi group – always

help each other in many ways. For example, we lend things, help to carry luggage, etc.

Our language has many distinctions but we all try our best to establish, the friendship

between each member. We all hope that our friendship will last forever.

（Topic： INTELLIGENT）

After a six-day trip in Miyagi, we found that ASEAN students are very intelligent. They can

greet by Japanese after a two-hour course; and they can understand each other’s culture

very fast.

Conclusion

Thanks to JENESYS Programme, we have a chance to know about ASEAN and Japan,

have a chance to make friend from many countries. We will keep this friendship last forever

and when we grow up, we will cooperate with others in terms of economy and cultural

exchange, etc.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programmed: Group【IBARAKI】 Date: 2009/4/22


（Topic： People ）

1 Good in nature-loving Proper waste disposal

2 Good in character Punctual and bowing and greeting

3 Patriotism and love for country National Anthem

（Topic： Country and Society ）

1 High regard to preservation of culture Doing Tea ceremony and Ikebana

2 Modernized and advanced technology Tall bildings and architecture

3 Interesting Place and Picturesque Places Mt. Tsukuba, Tokyo tower etc.

（Topic： Unique Finding ）

1 Advanced toilet system

2 Unique way of using escalator Courteous way of using the escalator, fast lane

3 Set phrases during meals Itadakimasu and Gochisousamadeshita


（Topic： People ）（Topic：Country and Society ）

1 Good in character 1 Different school system

2 Different school uniform 2 Their own icon (symbol)

3 Morally upright 3 A lot of heritage

（Topic：Unique Findings ）（Topic：Culture and Tradition ）

1 Different traditional costumes 1 Strong traditional culture

2 Laos and Cambodia have no coins in 2 Religious and Geographical influence in

In currencies clothing

3 Salty and Spicy cuisine

Conclusion

Japan, Asean 10 and Timor-Leste are unique, each with their own similarities and

differences.

Our vision for the future is:

“We envision a collaborative Japan, Asean 10 and Timor-Leste Youth Organization working

together and loving each other”

“We may be different outside, but inside we are the same!”

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【TOKYO】 Date: 2009/4/21


（Topic： Japan（Tokyo））

（Topic： Japanese people）


（Topic：）

（Topic：）

Conclusion

Based on these findings, Japan has become an industrial country and an economic center

because of the dynamic interplay between the Japanese people and the modern technology

that they have. ASEAN countries and Japan have simularities as well as differences that all

together contribute in making the solidarity among them possible.

ORGANIZED CITY

peaceful

safe

clean

natural

Hi-tech

no traffic

Industrial city

Strong economy beautiful

well equipped

many facilities

many

clubs

fully developed

students’ skills

traditional

games/

music

tea ceremony

EDUCATION

unique

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tr

espect

the

adition

Disciplined

obey the

signs/laws

always

make lines

recycle Punctual,

hard-working

Creative,

smart

Friendly

polite

Big concern

for their health

busy life

fast life style

Good in

fashion

walking excercising

EDUCATION

CULTURE

difficult to

communicate

with other

countries

Late

English

Study

Schools

Organized

ed. system

Stringent

ed.program

Schools Early English Study wholistic

education

High pressured

Not well equipped

like Japanese sch.

easy to communicate with

international students many

clubs

Multi-racial Warm-hearted

friendly

Some languages

are similar

Unique but still have

some similarities

Rich in tradition

Solidarity between

ASEAN countries

Easy to understand each

other and get closer

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【AICHI】 Date: 2009/4/22


（Topic：People ）

- helpful, patient, always say thank you, polite, serious but friendly, warm

（Topic：Transportation ）

- riding bicycle is popular, always a gap between cars, like to walk, well organized roads,

pedestrian walk with bicyclists

（Topic：Education ）

- lots of extra-curricular activities, program not too hard

（Topic：Cleanliness ）

- clean roads, take off shoes when entering the house, hi-tech toilet, separate the trash

（Topic：Food ）

- eat a lot per meal, sit on the floor, strange foods

（Topic：Respect ）

- gratitude, very close relationship between teachers and students, law-abiding, punctual,

bow when say greeting

（Topic：Building structure ）

- a lot of ancient architecture buildings mostly made up of wood, really high roller coasters,

has amusement parks


（Topic：Main religion ）

- Catholic (Philippines / Timor-Leste)

- Buddhism (Cambodia / Laos / Thailand)

- Buddhism, Christianity (Viet Nam / Singapore)

- Islam (Malaysia / Brunei / Indonesia)

（Topic：Geographic characteristics ）

- island tropical country (Philippines)

- lots of mountains and ancient temples, natural resources (Cambodia)

- lots of mountains and beautiful coast (Viet Nam)

- mountainous (Laos)

- beautiful landscape, sea (Thailand)

- lots of rainforest (Malaysia)

- forest reserves (Brunei)

- trees in the city, high-rise buildings (Singapore)

- island (Timor-Leste)

- island country (Indonesia)

（Topic：People’s characteristics ）

- hospitable (Philippines)

- don’t like to talk about useless things, respect elders (Cambodia)

- friendly and helpful, sleep at lunch break (Viet Nam)

- kind, friendly, cheerful, talkative, honest (Laos)

- friendly, talkative (Thailand)

- talkative, always happy (Malaysia)

- sense of humor, respectful (Brunei)

- hard working, generous (Singapore)

- talkative (Timor-Leste)

- friendly (Indonesia)

（Topic：Poplar occupation ）

- Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW), Nurse, Engineer

- Farmer (Cambodia / Laos / Thailand / Timor-Leste)

- Engineer, Farmer, Teacher, Achitect (Viet Nam)

- Engineer, Dctor (Malaysia)

- Government Oficials (Brunei / Singapore)

- Teacher, Officer (Indonesia)

（Topic：Useful words or phrases ）

-Mabuhay! >Long live! (Filipino)

- Saouo sdi > Hello! (Khmer (Cambodian))

- Toi men ban > I like you. (Vietnamese)

- Sabaydee > Hello (Lao)

- Sawadee > Hello (Thai)

- Apa khabar? > How are you? (Malay / Indonesian)

- Terima kasih > Thank you. (Brunei-Malay)

- Dui bu chi > Sorry (Chinese (Singapore))

- Desculpa > Sorry (Tetung (Timor-Leste))

Conclusion

Hopes for ASEAN

- one currency for all

- no war, no border (no passport to travel among ASEAN countries)

- friends forever

Japan is a nice country with nice people.

Our countries are different but we are one ASEAN.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【OSAKA 】 Date: 2009/4/21 Findings about Japan （Topic： Japan ） Technology Advanced, Full of it Culture Unique, Strong tradition (Season festivals, Tea ceremony, Kendo) Country Clean, Modern, Lovely cities （Topic： Japanese People ） To themselves Tidy, Creative, Fast walker, Smart, Responsible, Punctual , Fashionable, Unique fashion sense, Environment friendly, Bicycle lovers, Honest To others Kind, Friendly, Courteous, Respectful, Hospitable To work Focused, Creative, Busy, Responsible, Organized Workaholic Findings about ASEAN countries （Topic： Country ） Interesting languages, Similar languages, Unity, Rich culture （Topic： People ） Active, Kind & funny, Cooperative, Friendly, Kindness, Close relationship Could easily join together, Good communication, Usage of “bahasa”, Energetic Nationalistic, Helpful

Conclusion 1) How JENESYS can help us? Form speaking terms Share ideas/experiences (among Osaka group, friends at home, Japanese people) Mutual understanding Improving skills (communication skills, organizing events) 2) How ASEAN 10 + Timor Leste could unite ? Introducing proper English at an early age More government funded exchange programme Easier regional transportation Smoother exchange of goods & services The way we think of Japan differs before and after experiencing life in Japan. The people here have a lot of characteristics which could really turn the frowns on people’s faces upside down. We always felt warm whenever we were around them. The people here are also enrooted to their own culture where it seems as if they never forget about their own origins. Their culture is also very unique where by just looking at it, you will straightly recognize that it is Japan. The technology here is also very advanced when compared to each and every one of the ASEAN countries. ASEAN countries on the other hand are very interesting. One of the factors that really help us to unite is our languages. When we have a way to communicate with each other easily, we will not have many problems with each other. Besides, the different cultures from each country actually attracted one other to know each other more deeply. The participants even showed a positive sign during the whole programme where they were very energetic, cooperative, friendly, and so on. In conclusion, the programme actually helped us in lots of ways to improve our countries. We even learned how to interact with participants from other countries in such a good manner. However, it would be such a shame for this programme to end at such a happy time. But we would still cherish the memorable experience here in Japan no matter how far we are from Japan.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group【Hyogo】 Date: Apr.20&21 Findings about Japan – Before →After （Topic：Attitude） (1)Conservative → liberal (2)Impolite → polite (3)Too serious → funny (4)Not concerned in learning English →concerned in learning English (5)Teens are unfriendly → teens are friendly (6)Only play electronic games → also play outdoor activities （Topic：Lifestyle Culture ） (1) Futon is unconfortable → futon is confortable (2) Stylish → Not all are stylish (3)Short skirts→ not all wear short skirts (4) High rise bldg.→not all are high rise bldg. (5)Expensive goods→not all are expensive (6) All Japanese travel by cars →Japanese travel by bicycles, motorcycles, and cars (7) Only for technology →environment friendly （Topic：Foods & cuisine） (1)Japanese foods are impossible to eat →delicious (2)Only serve main course food → also serve desert （Topic：Hygiene） (1) Toilet is hard to use → it is accessible and enjoyable (2) Bath three times or twice a day → bath only once (3) Toilet and bath are together→ they are separated (4) Concerned in cleanliness → not all are concerned in cleanliness Findings about ASEAN countries （Topic：Similarities ） Flag color – Flag of ASEAN consists of all colors from all flags of Southeast Asian countries Staple food - Rice Season – Tropical season Hair color - Black Behavior – Southeast Asian people respect older people (polite) （Topic： Differences ） Education system – High school/junior high school, primary/secondary school Religion – Buddhist, Muslim/Islam, Christian, No religion Language – Thai, Filipino, Malay, English, Chinese, Bahasa Indonesia, Laos, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Khmer Currency – Singaporean dollar, Ringgit Malaysia, Rupiah, Brunei dollar, Laos Kip, Baht, Peso, US dollar, Re, Don Major Industries – Maritime, agriculture, manufacturing Festival – SongKarn (Thai, and Laos New Year) April, Durian Festival etc. Government system – Monarchy, Democratic Republic, Socialist Republic Conclusion Japan – We have indeed witnessed the real Japan and it is quite different from what we have expected at first, but as we experience the richness of their culture, its unique qualities and warm hearted people, we ended up liking it and even welcome it to our lives. ASEAN – Although we had more differences than similarities, we still can have good relationship with all countries.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme:【Shimane Group】 Date: 2009/4/21

I. Findings about Japan

（Topic： Japanese People ）

*Hospitality * Generosity * Punctuality * Politeness * Cheerfulness

* Friendliness * Caring attitude * Open-mindedness * Respectfulness

（Topic：Japanese Culture and Environment）

• Cleanliness

• Beautiful Sceneries

*Flowers * Mountains (e.g. Mt. Fuji, Mt. Daisen) * Bodies of water (e.g. Lake Shinji,

Sea of Japan)

• Daily living cultures

*Futon * Onsen * Tatami mats * Slippers

• Tradition and Culture

*Drum * Kimono * Tea ceremony * Samurai * Omikuji * Shrines and Castles

II. Findings about ASEAN countries and Timor Leste

（Topic：Attitudes and Characteristics ）

*Friendliness * Kindness * Unity * Respect

（Topic: Interesting Culture）

*Common Language * Experience * Sociality

II. Conclusion

Our group would like to conclude Our findings about Japan and ASEAN10+Timor-Leste

Joint Programme has been very successful. For Japan, indeed we can say that everything is

impressive. We learn a lot from the Japanese people; their benevolent traits, their rich culture

and their beautiful environment. Our stay in Japan has been a memorable and unforgettable

experience for every one of us. We are hoping to return in the near future. On the other hand,

the delegates from ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste, we discovered each other’s

uniqueness, differences and similarities, We have enjoyed each other’s company and with

this, the bonding that we have shared has been a proof that we can be good neighboring

countries here in South East Asia. Also, we are equally proud with all our interesting culture

which made us see in each and every one of the ASEAN and Timor-Leste Delegate that we

are preserving and enriching our own cultures and traditions. Lastly, we have seen and

shown the goal of this programme that is to foster harmonious relationship with each other

and to be the youth ambassadors for Asia’s stalwart solidarity.

After the programme, the group proposes to:

Maintain our relationship by utilizing today’s technologies such as internet and

computers

Provide an ASEAN dictionary for we have realized our common language and in order

to have an easy communication with each other

Propose a follow-up programme after JENESYS that will be a good venue for

information dissemination of other international exchange for the development of the

harmonious relationship of ASEAN Countries, Japan and other countries too.

Propose an official ASEAN Youth Cultural Website that will promote ASEAN’s rich

culture that will be handled and monitored by the Youth Ambassadors

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group 【FUKUOKA】 Date: 2009/04/22


- Japan is a clean country with high technology.

- Very detailed country in terms of tradition, culture and the use of modern technology.

`- Japanese people are concerned with their environment, thus they ride bicycles to get

around and use cars only when necessary.

These things make Japan a productive country, and serves as a good example to other

ASEAN countries.


- ASEAN countries have different languages, but some countries have similar

languages.

- Common concern about the importance of agriculture.

‘- Easy to make friends and cooperate with one another.

Although we had language barriers, we were able to cooperate well in a team, which is an

essential characteristic for this programme and also for a brighter future.

Conclusion

Thus we can try to learn and use the good moral values from Japan and other countries and

hence improve the citizens’ attitude in our own countries. This would be a good start in

forming a peaceful and productive community, to create a new generation that is hard

working, disciplined, and where people cooperate easily with each other as a good team for a

better future.

Workshop Report

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste Joint Programme: Group 【OKINAWA】 Date: 2009/4/21


（Topic： Characteristics about Japanese people）

Hardworking, Creative, Generous, Humble, Hospitable, Caring, Kind, Respectful,

Disciplined, Punctual, Diligent, Solidarity

（Topic： Lifestyles）

・They like dancing

・They walk very fast

・Most of them ride their bicycles to

school or work

・They like saying “Hello” and “ Thank

You”

・Most of them hardly speak English

・They are very sporty

・They have peculiar table manners

・ They have a system of water

conservation

・They view education as a vital factor for

modern Japan

・ They consider aesthetics in their food

presentation

・Japanese foods are healthful and delightful

（Topic： Culture）

The “ Jankempon” is a traditional game in Japan / Origami is a traditional paper craft arts

/ They use simplified Chinese characters / As a table etiquette, one should only get food as

much as he/she could eat / Samurai sword is a weapon and an art work / Seasa brings

good luck, happiness and protection /‘Sunshin’ is a local musical instrument of Okinawans.

/“ Kimono” and “ Yukata” are the traditional clothes in Japan

（Topic： People & Environment）

Okinawans spots are scenic / Hygiene is rigidly observed / A US Military base is situated

in Okinawa. / Americans occupy 11% of Okinawans population / Marine life abounds /

Historical places and national heritage are nurtured and protected. e.g. -The Peace

Memorial Park, Shurijo Castle


（Topic： Characteristics of ASEAN people）

・Sociable - ASEAN people if given the opportunity, love interacting with other people,

especially with those from other countries.

・Inquisitive - They are keen on learning new things about others’ culture and practices.

・Talented - They love dance and music

・Leadership-oriented - Leadership is something aspired by most ASEAN youth leaders.

・Cooperative - Active involvement and participation are common among participants.

・Understanding - Everybody’s opinion is respected and accorded with equal weight.

Conclusion

We have different cultures and traditions, but these are never barriers in the

establishment of good relationship and cooperation in the region.

This program is being participated by twelve nations with different voices but with

common aspiration.

ASEAN 10 + Timor-Leste students’ comments

I am happy and thankful for this programme. I have experienced and learned a lot

from the programme, such as how we understand each other, how we respect

others, how we cooperate with others, and how we help each other to achieve our

goals. My stereo-type image to Japan had been wiped out and I have obtained a

good image to it as well. Furthermore I could deepen my knowledge and

understanding toward ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste through interaction with

the students from those countries during the programme. I have much more to say

but I just can not express with words. I just thank Japanese government for giving

me such a wonderful opportunity of experience and learning. I can not pay back at

the moment, but I am eternally grateful. (Indonesia, Hyogo G)

I am so happy to be able to join this programme. I have become friends with

students from many countries during the programme. I have also come to know

about Japanese resort, research institutions, culture, tradition, and how Japan has

developed. I could establish very good relations with people from other countries.

The programme was very beneficial to me, because students from ASEAN

countries and Timor-Leste could share the same experiences. Lastly I would like to

thank those people who took good care of us for 10 days. I also thank Japanese

government for giving me an opportunity to visit Japan. (Cambodia, Osaka G)

I think that this programme is really helpful & fun. As all of the ASEAN countries

were able to come together. I would like to thank Japan for giving us this opportunity

and thank all the staff concerned.(Singapore, Hokkaido G)

I would like to thank all the people who have worked very hard for this very

wonderful and insightful programme. Because of this programme, I gained a newer

and a wider perspective from different things and I was able to develop long-lasting

friendships from my fellow ASEAN delegates as well as the Japanese people. I

have learned very much from this programme and I will treasure and use them in

my life.

I hope you would continue this programme and invite as many ASEAN youths as

possible and inspire them so that someday we will be able to form a healthy ASEAN

community.

I wish and I hope I could undergo this programme again because I would really

miss everything that I've gained from this experience. I hope someday I could

payback everyone for the unforgettable experience that they have given me.

Continue inspiring and fighting for the good of all!

*Maraming salamat! * (Philippines, Tokyo G)

-Japan is a nice country. And its people are sweet and caring.

-The Japanese students' English are a bit broken but they are mostly confident in

their words.

-It has given me a great experience and great memories to remember for all of my

life.

-The food during the whole programme was excellent, and the food for us Muslims

were prepared carefully.

-The supervisors make sure they cater to our every need to pray.

-I hope this programme would be extended for more years to come so the younger

generation can also have a chance to join it. (Brunei, Aichi G)

I cannot tell how happy I am to have been able to come to Japan. I have never even

dreamed of being able to have such an opportunity. I hope that if there is another

chance in the future, I would like to participate in this programme again.

If there is a next time that I participate in this programme, I would like to cooperate

with the staff so as to obtain more knowledge and experience.

In this programme, not only had I learned about Japanese culture, custom and

tradition, but also I was able to exchange the culture and customs with students

from other ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste. (Laos, Shimane G)

The programme has been carried out very smoothly, because the preparation for

the programme has been done carefully. Besides, the support was always provided

by the staff when needed. The programme provided was all very interesting. I have

been happy throughout the programme learning about life and culture of Japanese

people. I will never forget the experience shared with friends from other ASEAN

countries. (Malaysia, Miyagi G)

I would like to make good use of this programme for my family, development of my

country, and to deepen the friendship between Japan and other ASEAN

countries.( Myanmar, Ibaraki G)

It was a very valuable programme. Through this programme, I could interact with

students from other ASEAN countries and get to know each other. Also I had

learned how wonderful Japanese people, technology and environment were.

Through homestay, I saw the everyday life of Japanese people, and also felt the

politeness and kindness of Japanese people. The architectures such as museums

and towers are so great, they represent the high level of Japanese technology. Also

my views for other ASEAN countries have changed. Thank you for a wonderful

programme. (Viet Nam, Fukuoka G.)

I am proud that I could join the programme which has broadened my knowledge by

exchanging opinions each other. Although we had differences in religions,

nationalities and cultures, they have not become the obstacles for discussion. The

success of the programme is due to the sense of unity among ASEAN countries

and Timor-Leste. I would like to thank Japanese government for inviting me to

Japan. (Timor-Leste, Okinawa G)

I am happy to have joined this programme. I knew nothing about JENESYS before.

It was very beneficial for me to have participated this programme together with

other Thai students and supervisors. I enjoyed various activities with the students

from 10 countries. We became friends and enjoyed the programme inspite of the

differences in languages and nationalities. I am sure that everybody will talk to

his/her friends and people in his/her community about the experiences in Japan,

such as Japanese culture, Japanese people, new technologies, Japanese schools,

friends from ASEAN countries, and homestay. (Thailand, Hyogo G)

Documents

Japan - East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and ...sv2.jice.org/jenesys/pdf/houkoku/07ASEANA_e.pdfJapan - East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths . ASEAN 10 +