Journey of Learning: Sakura Science Exchange in Japan

Participating in the Sakura Science Exchange Program organized by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), I had the opportunity to visit Japan from 9th to 15th July. Alongside 57 other students selected from India, we were joined by students from Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Mongolia.

Upon arriving in Tokyo on 9th July, we took a domestic flight to Kansai Airport in Osaka. The program began with an orientation organized by JST, followed by a visit to Albeno Life Safety Learning Center. Here, we learned about earthquake and tsunami safety measures and how to respond to fire emergencies that may occur due to earthquakes. We also explored Osaka city market.

Our educational journey continued as we visited Horikawa High School in Kyoto, where we interacted with local students and discovered the differences in our educational systems. Various experiments and programs, such as the world café, were organized for us. We then visited the picturesque Kiyomizu temple, learning about its history from our Japanese coordinators.

During the program, we had the opportunity to visit an aquaponics lab, where we observed lettuce being cultivated using a unique fish-based system. We also gained hands-on experience in building a fuel cell and understanding its mechanism.

Exploring further, we visited the breathtaking Kinkakuji temple in Kyoto and the Riken Center for Computational Science, where we witnessed the world’s fastest supercomputer, the Fugaku. At Kyoto University, we were exposed to cutting-edge research.

The program concluded with a closing ceremony and cultural fest, leaving us with cherished memories as we bid farewell to Japan with a heavy heart.

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