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Japanese School Facts

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How many years of high school does Japan have?

2-3 years

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Are Japanese high schools compulsory?

No

300

What is a cram school?

It is an afternoon or night time school for remedial help.

400

What is the percent of people that go to high school?

99.8%

Japanese High School Dress Code

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Does Japanese schools have dress codes?

Yes

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Are dyed hair allowed in Japan?

No

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What is the usual dress codes?

A jacket and trousers (boys) and a skirt (girls)

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What is the percent of elementary schools with dress codes?

Only about 15 percent of elementary schools have dress codes.

Japanese Classes

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Are Japanese classes roughly the same as ours?

Yes

200

Can Japanese students communicate in English?

Most Japanese students cannot converse in English. This is because they learn English for the sake of the University Exam not for communication.

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How many hours a day is school?

6 and a half hours

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How many hours a day is cram school?

4-5 hours during cram school days.