January 12, 2017
Good luck on the Center Test!
Many high school students across Japan will be taking the "Center test" this weekend. We have quite a few students who will also take this test.
The Center Test is properly known as the National Center Test for University Admissions. It is a standardized test that is used in the admission process of many universities throughout Japan. Approximately 550,000 students take the test every year all on the same day and all at the same time across the country.
It is a very important test for students as it helps them get into the university that they wish to go to. As a result, it is a major event for the country and all the news services will focus on the test for the next few days. The transportation systems and the weather are a major concern. Since the test is held in the middle of January, there is invariably troubles with snow somewhere in the country. Tokyo's forecast so far is looking good..
Good luck to all!