About CHE

About CHE

CHE specialises in creating educational programmes for Japanese high schools and individuals visiting the UK and Ireland.

Founded in May 1991 as Cultural Homestay in Europe Ltd, CHE has grown from a small family-run business into a nationwide network of Group Coordinators. Today, we offer study programmes in over 18 regions across the UK and Ireland.

In January 2020, we rebranded as CHE Intercultural Exchange Ltd to reflect our mission more clearly. We work in close partnership with ISA Inc — founded in 1970 by Mr Masaru Kurahashi — to give young Japanese people meaningful opportunities to experience life abroad and develop global perspectives.

Despite our growth, we remain committed to the principle that has guided us for over 30 years: putting the needs of each student first. Our small office team keeps the personal touch of a family-run organisation, building lasting relationships with host families, schools, and local communities.

We also work with schools across the UK to create opportunities for cultural exchange between Japanese and British students. In many schools, these exchanges have become a key part of their Japanese language programme — a tradition that has continued for years and enriched countless lives.

CHE is compliant with GDPR data protection EU legislation.  Please see details here: www.culturalhomestay.org/terms-privacy/