Travel Geography Certificate
The key is to compare the map with the illustrated book and memorize the location of tourist attractions and their pictures as a set! You will feel like you are on a trip while solving the problems!
Tests that expand the spirit of travel
If you like to watch images of Japan and the rest of the world on TV or the Internet, but love to travel, then the Travel Geography Certificate is for you! The Travel Geography Certificate is perfect for those who love to travel.
The purpose of this certification is to "enrich your knowledge of travel destinations and make your travel more enjoyable and fulfilling. It is not the end of the process of researching and memorizing, but rather the beginning of the process of developing a passion for travel. It is the perfect certification for those who are aiming for a career in tourism or transportation in the future.
The actual exam questions cover a wide range of regions, so start with places you have visited or countries you like. Then, gradually expand your area of interest by consulting illustrated books, travel magazines, and guidebooks. If you feel as if you are walking in the area while checking the map and pictures in the illustrated book, you have passed the test.
Let's learn about hot springs and tourist attractions throughout Japan.
The examinations are divided into domestic and overseas levels, each from Level 1 to Level 4. Levels 1 and 2 are for those who wish to become professional travelers, so elementary and junior high school students should start with the Domestic Level 4 exam.
The Domestic Level 4 exam includes questions in the three categories of "natural scenery and topographical maps of prefectures," "hot springs," and "sightseeing spots and tourist attractions. The questions focus on the names and attractions of travel destinations, and include some rather detailed points. Incidentally, "World Heritage Sites" registered with UNESCO are also included in the Overseas Level 4 examination.
Textbooks and question collections are available for each level, so check the association's website for more information. The exam includes questions on the names of difficult places, so be sure to check them carefully and memorize them.
Examination Information
| What are the eligibility requirements? | No age limit. Elementary school students are also accepted. |
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| What is the test date? | Twice a year, in June and December. |
| What is the examination fee? | 2,500 yen (Levels 3 and 4), 3,000 yen (Level 2), 3,500 yen (Level 1) |
| Can I take the group exam? | There is no provision for group examinations. In addition to the six on-site examinations nationwide, the examinations can also be taken online. |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
The Association for Travel Geography Certification (Secretariat: JTB Research Institute)
Celestine Shiba Mitsui Building 12F, 3-23-1 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0014, Japan
（JTB Research Institute, Inc.
(03) 6722-0756
