In March, nearly 30 students from Rikkyo University, Sundai College of Business & Foreign Languages, and Fukui Prefectural High School in Japan visited East China Normal University to engage in Chinese language training and cultural investigation activities lasting 1-3 weeks.

Japanese students joined international students in Chinese classes, where interactive activities made learning Chinese enjoyable. They also attended interesting lectures on topics such as Shanghai's urban economy, China's live streaming economy, and the evolution of Shanghai's theater stages.The university organized cultural experience activities including calligraphy, fan painting, Chinese tea art, and dumpling making, allowing students to immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture. The students also visited the renowned Chinese company Alipay and explored Shanghai's Hongqiao district, gaining insights into China's business environment and corporate culture.

During the closing ceremony, Rikkyo University students shared their achievements and reflections on their three weeks of study in Shanghai through videos and photos. They expressed significant progress and growth resulting from their studies at ECNU.