September 2024

First Time in Japan: Navigating Visa Issues and Life in Tsukuba

This time, I would like to share my first experience going to Japan and living in Tsukuba City. I arrived in Japan at the end of January 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic struck the world. At that time, I came with a Researcher Visa, planning to change my status to a Student Visa before […]

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A Refreshing Walk After the Master’s Interview at the University of Tsukuba

In this post, I will share my experience after completing the Master’s program interview at the University of Tsukuba. After finishing the written exam, you will be given a schedule for the interview, which will take place either in the morning or in the afternoon (after lunch). Before the interview, it is important to find

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From Written Test to Interview: My Experience with Tsukuba’s Applied Physics Entrance Exam

This time, I would like to share my experience taking the entrance exam for the Master’s Program in Applied Physics (電子・物理工学) at the University of Tsukuba. As I mentioned previously, this exam took place over two days, consisting of a written test followed by an interview. The written test was conducted first, with the interview

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Post-Exam Treats: Must-Try Food Spots Near University of Tsukuba

On this occasion, I would like to recommend some dining spots or relaxing places to unwind after the entrance exam at the University of Tsukuba. After completing the exam, you’ll likely feel a mix of exhaustion and relief, knowing that you’ve given your best and now just have to wait for the results. Especially for

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From Written Test to Interview: My Tips for Succeeding in the Applied Physics Exam

In this post, I will provide tips on how to score higher in the entrance exam. Generally, the entrance exam for the Applied Physics program is divided into two parts: a written exam and an interview, with a total of 1000 points. The breakdown is as follows: 500 points for the written test; 200 points

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Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Japan: My Journey with NIMS-GRA

This time, I would like to share my experience on how I managed to pursue my dream of continuing my master’s degree (M.Eng) in Japan. This article will focus on the process of pursuing a master’s at the University of Tsukuba, supported by funding from the National Institute for Materials Science – Graduate Research Assistantship

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After Finishing Bachelor Program

After completing my undergraduate studies in October 2018, I didn’t immediately return to my hometown as I still had responsibilities as the Coordinator of the Advanced Physics Laboratory Assistants until December 2018. During that period, I was also preparing to take the N3 level Japanese language exam (JLPT) for the third time in December 2018.

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Pengalaman Mendaftar NIMS-GRA: Dari Pendaftaran Hingga Travel Award

Pada post sebelumnya (link), saya telah menyampaikan langkah-langkah mendaftar NIMS-GRA (National Institute for Materials Science – Graduate Research Assistantship). Pada kesempatan kali ini, saya akan menceritakan kelanjutan pengalaman saya setelah melakukan pendaftaran program NIMS-GRA. Mendaftar NIMS-GRA E-mail konfirmasi Setelah pendaftaran, Anda akan menerima email konfirmasi terkait penerimaan dokumen-dokumen Anda yang akan segera memasuki tahap seleksi

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9 September 2024 – Traffic Incidents: From a Reckless Jeep to an Overturned Car

Today, I was on my way to the University of Tsukuba and then heading back home. Coincidentally, during the journey, I experienced two incidents that I never imagined would happen in Japan. First Incident:While I was on my way to Tsukuba University Area 1, precisely around Global Village/Oikoshi Dormitory, a Jeep suddenly came from the

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9 September 2024 – Insiden Lalu Lintas: Dari Jeep Nekat hingga Mobil Terbalik

Hari ini, saya sedang dalam perjalanan menuju University of Tsukuba dan kemudian kembali ke rumah. Tak disangka, di sepanjang perjalanan, saya mengalami dua kejadian yang tidak pernah saya bayangkan akan terjadi di Jepang. Kejadian Pertama:Saat sedang dalam perjalanan menuju Area 1 Tsukuba University, tepatnya di sekitar Global Village/Oikoshi Dormitory, tiba-tiba sebuah Jeep melaju dari arah

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