Though Japan and the U.S are very different countries in terms of how they relate to the world around them, being collectivistic and individualistic respectively. This will affect how they interact with and organize themselves in relation to others differently in comparison to the US. However, both countries favor similar traits such as good work ethic and education, which will provide comfort as I will know what will be expected from me as an individual in an academic environment. Having already been to Japan once before I also feel that I will be returning with a much more informed understanding of how to manage myself culturally and adapt more quickly than I did during my last time abroad. The largest difference between Japan and the U.S
