Founded in August 2014, UWC ISAK Japan (formerly International School of Asia, Karuizawa) is located in a beautiful resort town in Nagano Prefecture, approximately 70 minutes from Tokyo by bullet train, host of the 1998 Winter Olympics. The school offers a pre-IB program for Grade 10 students, in addition to the IBDP. The school encourage students to fully experience the greater community by enjoying the public amenities available in Karuizawa, including hiking trails, tennis courts, golf courses, ski slopes, and ice rinks. Students have the opportunity to interact with entrepreneurs, business professionals, and influencers on a regular basis. Regular excursions give students the chance to explore different aspects of Japanese culture, including tea ceremonies, castles, hot springs, temples, theater performances, wilderness areas and museums. Students are encouraged to get involved with the local community through both service and their personal interests; the college participates in local festivals as well as host community events on campus.