This list gives what are, in my opinion, the top ten reasons to go to Japan:

Okonomiyaki, a tasty dish famous in Osaka.

10. You can eat, and even learn to make, delicious Japanese cuisine.

9. The best way to learn a country's history is to visit its historical sites.

8. You can take a variety of classes your home institution may not offer.

7. You can get fantastic souvenirs for your friends and family.

6. You will learn new ways of doing everyday things that you never considered.

5. You can experience what life is like in a country besides your own.

4. You can learn Japanese or improve your Japanese language skills.

3. You leave with a feeling of self-sufficiency and confidence, having lived in a foreign country.

2. You will make wonderful friends and foster international spirit.

1. You will leave with tons of unforgettable experiences!

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