Fujinomiya Winter Academy

JPT

Where AI Innovation Meets the Spirit of Mount Fuji

8 Days at the foot of Mount Fuji | For curious young explorers

Fujinomiya, Shizuoka

The Experience That Changes Everything

While other students spend winter break indoors, yours will explore snowy forests, soak in Fuji-facing hot springs, and build AI-powered projects inspired by the mountain itself.

This is not just a trip or a coding camp — it's an immersive, project-based learning experience where artificial intelligence meets the timeless beauty of Mount Fuji.

Fuji as Mentor

Every snow-dusted trail, every steaming onsen, every shrine visit becomes a lesson in resilience, focus, and cultural appreciation. Students learn in an environment where nature shapes both history and creativity.

AI That Builds Real Projects

The curriculum is hands-on and project-based. Students leave with a working AI-powered creation — from an interactive Fuji heritage site to a cultural chatbot — developed around themes they care about.

Cultural Immersion

Shrine blessings, local cuisine workshops, calligraphy lessons, and winter walks at sacred Fuji sites create deep, lasting cultural connections.

Supervision You Can Trust

Small group size with a 1:6 adult-to-teen ratio, licensed guides, certified staff, and 24/7 support.

Meet Your Expedition Leader

Harvey Chung

Yale Graduate • Former Deloitte Digital Lead • HKU Professor

Harvey has over 15 years' experience making technology human, playful, and easy to use. He's led innovation projects in the UK, Japan, and Hong Kong, and believes every young person has untapped creative potential.

His superpower? Taking the mystery out of AI and putting the magic back into learning.

Your teenager will be in expert hands with someone who's trained executives, inspired students, and believes every young person has untapped potential waiting to emerge.

Future-Ready Thinking

  • Collaborate with AI tools to research, design, and problem-solve
  • Build and present a project using no-code AI tools
  • Understand ethical and human-centered design

AI Skill Modules

  • LLM Basics: How large language models are trained and why they matter
  • Prompt Engineering: Turning vague ideas into actionable AI instructions
  • AI Deep Research: Gathering insights and evidence to support work
  • Front-End Design with AI: Generate layouts, images, and styles
  • Conversational AI Basics: Build a simple chatbot

Personal Growth

  • Practice confident public speaking and presentation
  • Strengthen leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills
  • Develop cultural intelligence and adaptability

Mountain Resilience

  • Engage in snowshoeing, winter hiking, and optional skiing/snowboarding
  • Build mental clarity through winter meditation and reflection
  • Learn trust and communication through outdoor challenges
  • Guided Fuji Winter Hike (low elevation): A safe introduction to Fuji's snowy slopes, designed for youth

8-Day Project-Based Journey

A carefully designed progression from arrival to mastery, where each day builds on the last.

1

Day 1

Morning: Tokyo arrival & mountain transfer

Afternoon: Lodge orientation

Evening: Welcome feast & storytelling

2

Day 2

Morning: Guided Fuji winter hike (low elevation)

Afternoon: Mindful journaling

Evening: Onsen evening

3

Day 3

Morning: AI Deep Dive: LLM Basics + Prompt Engineering

Afternoon: Begin personal AI project

Evening: Fireside sharing

4

Day 4

Morning: Visit Shiraito Falls

Afternoon: Shrine blessing at Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha

Evening: Fuji photography challenge

5

Day 5

Morning: AI Deep Research + Front-End Design with AI

Afternoon: Project refinement

Evening: Calligraphy workshop

6

Day 6

Morning: Work Smarter: AI agents & chatbots

Afternoon: Build project feature

Evening: Cultural cuisine workshop (oden/hōtō)

7

Day 7

Morning: Lake Tanuki winter reflection walk

Afternoon: Project showcase & farewell feast

Evening: Celebration evening

8

Day 8

Morning: Graduation breakfast

Afternoon: Tokyo transfer

Evening: Departure

Your Teen's Cozy Stay

SLEEEP Fujinomiya

Minimalist capsule-style lodge with communal lounges, designed for reflection, connection, and restful nights.

  • Minimalist capsule hotel
  • Authentic Japanese meals, modern facilities with traditional touches
  • Located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture - Gateway to Fuji's southwest slopes

3-hour scenic transfer from Tokyo (included) with 1:6 adult-to-teen ratio ensuring both safety and independence.

What's Included

7 nights accommodation
Tokyo airport pickup & mountain transfer
All meals (breakfast daily, dinner weekdays, all meals weekends)
Complete AI project-based curriculum & materials
All wellness, cultural & adventure activities (excluding optional ski/snowboard)
Equipment rental for included activities
Licensed guides & certified staff
Daily parent photo updates
Certificate of completion

Optional Add-Ons:

Mount Fuji summmit hike package

TBC

extra + waiver required

Tokyo airport send-off

TBC

Not Included:

International flights
Travel insurance
Personal expenses

Safety & Support You Can Trust

Professional Team

Licensed local guides, certified staff, 24/7 supervision with balanced independence

Medical Support

Partnership with local clinics, immediate parent contact protocols

Daily Updates

Photo sharing in private parent group, emergency contact system

Secure Your Teen's Spot

Limited to 15 students — secure your spot today! Small groups ensure personalized attention and authentic cultural experiences.

The question isn't whether your teen will have an amazing winter break. The question is whether they'll have the winter break that prepares them for everything that comes next.

Applications close when we reach capacity. Don't let this opportunity disappear into the snow.

Next Steps:

2

Complete Application

Simple online form

3

Secure Spot

$500 USD deposit holds your place

Contact Information

Email: xo@exp.is
Website: https://exp.is/a/journey
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