APU Interview Preparation Notes

Chapter 1: Introduction

  • Background Information

    • Jonathan Justin, 20 years old from Surakarta, Indonesia

    • Graduated from Regina Pachiskaya Senior High School in 2020

    • Interest in Japanese culture since high school

  • Education Path

    • Enrolled in Japanese Literature at Maranatha University, Bandung

    • Took a gap year to prepare for APU enrollment

    • Completed IELTS in late 2022

  • Reason for Choosing APU

    • Best experience for foreign students

    • Curriculum aligns with personal needs

    • Opportunity to learn from respected professors, specifically Professor Wu Tang Wong

    • Diverse community enhancing learning from different perspectives

Chapter 2: Tourism And Environment

  • Interests in Japan

    • Fascination with the intersection of anime and real-life locations (e.g., Lake Swalik, Nagoya)

    • Notable events: Imawatore festival, highlighting environmental concerns (global warming's effect on nature)

  • Study Interests

    • Focus on tourism and environment development at APU

    • Long-term plans to work at Traveloka, a major travel app in Indonesia

    • Aim to promote Japanese tourism through Traveloka's growth

Chapter 3: Personal Goals and Self-Reflection

  • Career Aspirations

    • Become a market manager at Traveloka

    • In future, establish a global travel company

  • Strengths and Weaknesses

    • Strength: Effective in teamwork and leadership as shown in high school events

    • Weakness: Struggles with time management but actively improving

  • Volunteering Experience

    • Assisted at a children's orphanage in Yogyakarta, focusing on HIV-affected children

Chapter 4: Leadership and Activities

  • Leadership Experience

    • Lead a choir concert organization, resolving conflicts through empathy and persuasion

  • Hobbies

    • Enjoys archery and canoeing for relaxation and focus

  • Future Plans if Not Accepted to APU

    • Will consider reapplying to APU if not accepted

Chapter 5: Adaptability and Cultural Sensitivity

  • Cultural Exposure

    • Lived in Solo, experiencing a multicultural environment during Ramadan

    • Plans to adapt easily to Japan due to familiarity with the language and culture

  • Conflict Resolution

    • Prefers peaceful resolution strategies, promoting understanding and communication

  • Stress Relief Activities

    • Visiting hot springs, watching movies, and gaming for relaxation

Chapter 6: Current Issues in Tourism

  • Observations on Tourism Trends

    • Noted post-pandemic recovery in Bali with an increase in international tourists

    • Importance of infrastructure to attract more tourists, especially from Japan

  • Cultural Attractions

    • Japanese tourists appreciate Indonesian hospitality and cuisine

    • Indonesian tourists seek major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, but personally interested in lesser-known areas like Nakoya

Chapter 7: Conclusion

  • Future Queries

    • Interested in opportunities for internship programs during exchange experiences at APU

    • Concern about potential impacts on graduation timeline.