Monday, November 14, 2011

Welcoming Events for the Students of Semester at Sea

The ship arrived at the Port of Yokohama, carrying about 700 students of the Semester at Sea conducted by the University of Virginia. It was an annual event. The welcoming events for the students included a tour at Engakuji Temple, Zen experience (silent meditation) at Chojyuji Temple, and home visit.

☆ A guided tour at
Engakuji Temple and Zen experience at Chojyuji
[Date & Time] Monday, November 14, at 12:00~17:30
[Date & Time] Tuesday, November 15, at 12:00~17:30
[Spots] Aboard the ship of the Semester at Sea, Engakuji Temple, and Chojyuji Temple (in Kita-Kamakura)

[Guests] November 14: 20 (including the students of the Semester at Sea, and attending professors and parents)
[Guests] November 15: 27
[Attendants] November 14: 6 KSGG members
[Attendants] November 15: 6 KSGG members
[Language] English

☆ Home Visit Experience

[Date & Time] Monday, November 14, at 10:00~17:30
[Spots] Ms. H's house ~ Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura
[Guest] 1 male student of the Semester at Sea