Can international students make Japanese friends if most classes are with the same small group?
Yes, it is certainly possible. Seeing the same small group regularly can make it easier to remember classmates and start conversations through coursework or during breaks. Joining clubs, university events, or exchange activities can also create more opportunities to meet Japanese students outside class. However, how easily friendships develop depends on the student's own efforts and the atmosphere around them.
Key points
- A small class that meets regularly can provide repeated opportunities to interact.
- Coursework and breaks offer natural ways to begin conversations.
- Clubs, events, and exchange activities can broaden opportunities to meet people.
Things to check
- Class structures and opportunities for interaction vary by university, faculty, and academic year, so specific details should be checked in official information.