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42Extracurricular Activities and EventsInternational students can add to their study abroad experience in Japan by taking part in field trips provided by Shimane University. You have a chance to visit places which enable you to experience cultural traditions, beauty of nature and historical heritages. Our destinations may change every year, for examples to Tokyo, Kansai area or historically distinct countryside in Shimane Pref. where you can experience the traditional Japanese lifestyles.You also can enjoy the International party to share your culture with not only international students but also a lot of domestic students or staffs. Please make full use of these events to enrich your stay in Japan.Clubs & CirclesWith 83 athletic and 62 culture and hobby-related teams and clubs at Shimane University, over 3000 students participate in extracurricular activities. These activities provide the opportunity for the students to develop their bodies and minds, to make friends, and to respect each other in ways that would otherwise be impossible in the classroom and are thus believed to have an important role in students’ lives.