JAL Japan Airlines flight 841 (JL 841) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport

　Memorial hall about the first Prime Minister of the People's Republic of China, Zhou Enlai and his wife Deng Chaoying. The exhibits are organised according to the themes from Zhou Enlai's childhood and youth periods to the history of China from the nation building stage and Zhou's achievements as a prime minister.

　At a height of 415.2 m, the Television Tower is the tallest building in Tianjin.There is an observation room at about 250 m, and visitors can have a 360 degrees panorama view of the city. However, because of smog, we could not see as far.

　Yang Liuqing Town is a town known as one of the leading ancient towns in China's northern area with over 1000 years in history.
　Many folk arts such as prints and kites have blossomed.
　There are open air stalls in streets in town and it is becoming an attraction for locals.
　The Shi Family Grand Courtyard is one of the leading famous households in Tianjin and is now used as a museum.

　Old town with 800 years of history.
　This is the place that can be said to be the birthplace of Tianjin. In the center, there is a temple where the goddess of the sea called Tianhou Temple was celebrated. After visiting the interior of the temple, the group had free activity. Along the street of about 600 meters, there are many shops dealing with old books, toys, traditional handicrafts, foods and drinks.
　Hanamoji (decorative calligraphy) is extremely popular, and scrolls of flora decorative characters, "大願成就"(Fulfillment of the Great Wishes) were on display in front of the Career Guidance Room.

　English lesson conducted for the Year 1 students is All English, a method of teaching English. Students are eager to engage in English conversation. The year 3 high school students' Japanese lesson is held in All Japanese, and they have a good understanding of the Japanese language. At the exchange party, the Chinese students gave speeches and sang, while the visiting students introduced Japanese dance and Japanese traditional toys. There were opportunities for chat among students of the same generation, so the students seemed to be aware of the importance of language skills.

　Founded as the first university that teaches traditional medicine in China Tianjin University has four faculties, a including medical department. The visiting students were invited to the training room and laboratory where they were shown the laboratory instruments and models. After that they were also shown the consultation room and the rehabilitation and treatment room of the affiliated hospital.
　It was surprising to be given opportunities to see things that are not possible to see in Japan.

　There are 26,202 students (over 10000 occasional students), 1877 staff members, 61 pursuing bachelor's degree and 69 pursuing master's degrees.
　While it is a university of technology, the students can also learn foreign languages, business, law politics, Chinese culture and so on.
　After visiting the library, process training center and the Chinese language culture school, there was an opportunity to interact with internatinoal students studying there.

　It was established from the beginning of the 21st century as part of the national agricultural comprehensive development plan. The researches conducted included seedlings research, production research using biotechnology, and growing organic vegetables using microorganisms. The group visited several green houses where paprika, star fruit, red pepper and eggplant were grown.

　Local representative office of Taiyo Kagaku Co., Ltd., headquartered in Yokkaichi city, Mie Prefecture. Established the current corporation to conduct bakery business through joint venture with Francois Corporation (head office in Fukuoka city ).
　A tour around the factory was following after a briefing on the company. there will be We took a guided tour along the lines of ingredients mixing, molding, refrigeration fermentation, baking, packaging, shipping of the products.

　A historical museum opened in 1953 where more than 100,000 precious materials are exhibited and detailed history and culture of Tianjin are showcased. Pre-admission appointment is required. Entrance is required before the museum opening and the same applies for rental guide equipment.
　After that, the group wondering around the We Da Dao. Wu Da Dao (Five Great Streets) used to be a British concession area from the late nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. Many Westerners settled down here and attracted many people as the town that characterizes Tianjin.

　Leaving on Japan Airline JL842 departing at 12:35. A student representative presented a souvenir as a token of appreciation to Mr. Liu Zhijun for his care and hospitality during this study trip.
　After 18:00, the group arrived at Chubu International Airport.
　The students went home on trains, bus, or in their family car.


　Below are the reflections on this study trip written by the students on returning to their own country.