There are occasions such as a school trip to Kyoto

Students learn about Japan and the Japanese culture through many activities, such as making origami and crafts based on particular cultural events

Students are introduced to learn the Japanese language within the content areas of social studies, math, and Japanese literature

WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) accredited academic programs from Montessori through to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme provide the basis for smooth progression and easy transition between early learning and high school

A bring-your-own-device (BYOD) program is in place for students in Grades 10 and above. Students in lower grades are supported with school-based laptops.

The school library includes desktop computers and other digital resources

For over 30 years, MBIS has hosted a Model United Nations (MUN) General Assembly, attended by delegates from international schools around Japan. For many students, it becomes a keystone program for both personal and academic growth. For some, it has been the first stepping stone toward a career in international relations

Students in grades 9 & 10 have a regularly scheduled guidance period within their class schedule. During this period students explore careers, begin preparation for searching and applying to university, practice learning skills, and participate in lessons geared towards the development of social and emotional learning (SEL)

• Gymnasium
• Fitness room
• Two playgrounds (artificial grass)

Music room

The school accepts students who are still acquiring language skills but not students in grades 9-12 who do not meet the required academic English standards

• University of California (Berkeley)
• Columbia University
• University of Toronto
• Imperial College London etc.

In grades 11 and 12, students focus on the college search and application process meeting with the guidance counselor as a class and in individual sessions as necessary. The counselor sees students in other grades as considered necessary in order to support their academic, social, and emotional needs