Q1. Can you tell us a little about yourself?

My name is Alisa and I am living in Belgium. My mother is Japanese and my father is Belgian. Currently I am studying Mathematics at the KU Leuven, but from September 2022 till February 2023, I went to Ehime University for an exchange.

Q2. What did you study at Ehime University?

I had courses in mathematics and I also joined a research in the field of engineering.

Q3. Why did you choose to study in Japan?

I really wanted to go to Japan because I'm half Japanese but I didn't ever study in Japan for a longer period than 1 month. I wanted to get to know how the student life of a Japanese student would look like.

Q4. Why did you choose to study at Ehime University?

There was a good connection between my home university and Ehime University.

Q5. What do you think about Ehime as a city and Ehime University?

I liked Matsuyama city in Ehime a lot, there were a lot of things to do, but at the same time there was also a lot of nature.
About Ehime University, I noticed that the professors and teachers were very friendly. I could ask any question and they helped me a lot to get further.

Q6. What is student life like in Ehime?

I joined the dance club and the Shorinji Kenpo club. I realized that university clubs are the best places to get to know new people.

Q7. What is your favorite place in Ehime and why?

I think I would say Okaido. If you don't know what to do or what to eat, you can just go to Okaido and it is ensured that you will find something.

Q8. Do you have any tips for others interested in studying in Japan, especially in Ehime?

I think Ehime is a nice place to stay. Also the community of international people is not too big, so that makes it easier to make friends. To get to know more local people, I would recommend to practice the language before arriving.