Distinctive Features
Learn overall Japanese (all 4 skills reading, writing, listening and speaking).
20 lessons of Japanese per week, Monday to Friday (4 hours a day with breaks).
Optional electives after you reach intermediate level.
It is not only a Japanese language school, but also hosts a variety of intercultural communication activities,
a preparatory school for admission to Japanese universities,
job placement support,
an office providing accommodation services (including dormitories),
and other comprehensive services for international students.
Accommodation:
Dormitory facilities available.
Homestay is also an option, offered from the school.
-> Features:
Free Wi-fi, student lounge, computer stations, multinational staff will provide support in 12 different languages.
Support for life in Japan: Opening a bank account, phone contract, visa renewal.
Part-time job finding support is available.
All classes are conducted in Japanese. This 'direct' teaching method allows you to start thinking in Japanese, meaning you will learn at a much faster pace.
Shinjuku is a multifaceted area with skyscrapers, numerous commercial facilities, a huge entertainment district, and vast, lush parks, and as a transportation hub it is easily accessible from anywhere.
-> Scholarships Available:
To those on a student visa with excellent grades and attendance, who are studying for over one year. (Maximum study duration is 2 years on a student visa. You most likely need a student visa if you would like to study for over 3 months. Contact us and we will walk you through the process).
-> Recommendations/Tips:
This school accepts complete beginners too!
You will be placed in the right class after a level check test.
It is recommended to learn the basics before arriving, of course :) Free resources can be provided if asked.
The school can introduce you part-time jobs if you are allowed to work (inquire for details).
Optional Classes
-School festivals and fairs throughout the year.
Optional elective classes you can change every 3 months:
-> University Preparatory Class
In the beginner’s level, students will learn the basic Japanese including reading, writing, speaking and listening in a well-balanced manner.
In intermediate and advanced levels, students will take Core Classes for 16 hours and elective classes for EJU (Examination for Japanese Universities) or JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) for 4 hours per week.
Students will have field works, speech practices and research presentations based on their Japanese level.
In EJU elective classes, students will study reading comprehension, listening and reading comprehension and essay preparations. Students will learn from past exams and how to find the answers and score high in the EJU.
Job-Finding Class
These classes prepare students for job hunting through practical learning such as "Resume writing", "Interview practice", and "Presentation skill improvement".
Practical Conversation Class
Seeks to improve conversation skills through activities such as role-play, debate and field work.
-> JLPT N2 or N1 Class
What is the JLPT?
It stands for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and is used to assess your Japanese level. The levels go from N5, basic Japanese; to N1, advanced Japanese.
To work full-time in Japan, it is recommended to have at least N2 level of the JLPT. The JLPT is a useful benchmark to have as a clear goal for improving your language ability.
Contents: Core classes of reading, writing, speaking & listening.
The aim is to pass the N1, N2 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test given in July and December.
As preparation, during the 3 months of the April and August term, past questions and mock tests are given.
By continuously doing past questions, the students will get used to the question format and be able to overcome their weakness.
During the 3 months of the July and January term, the student will gain the necessary basic knowledge by strengthening their vocabulary, their listening comprehension and their reading comprehension skills.
The students will not only be able to prepare for the test but will also gain a much broader knowledge of the language.
Also available: Graduate School Pathway Class
Prepares students in writing research proposals and short theses that are required when applying to graduate schools in Japan.
【Requirements】Must have graduated from a university from the student’s home country, Must be eligible to apply to graduate school.
Levels:
You will be placed in the appropriate level, after a placement test on the first day of language school in Japan.
Complete beginners are also accepted, 4 times a year; in the 2nd week of Jan, April, July and October.
Other levels will be placed in the appropriate level after a level check test on the first day. Inquire for individual guidance.
In just 10 weeks (3 months) from complete beginner level, you will reach JLPT N5 (Japanese language proficiency test beginner) level & know 150 kanji.
In just 1.5 years (18 months) from complete beginner level, you can reach JLPT N2 level, enough to get into university, vocational college or full-time employment using Japanese!
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JLPT = Japanese Language Proficiency Test. Most internationally recognised test for Japanese learners and employers.
kanji = Chinese characters adopted into Japanese, e.g. 漢字
See the facilities! Includes a cafe, library and wide ventilated classrooms.
-> Class Times
Class time will depend on the Japanese level, so students will not be able to choose between morning and afternoon classes.
Morning classes
1st period : 8：50～10：20
2nd period : 10：30～12：00
OR
Afternoon classes
1st period : 13：00～14：30
2nd period : 14：40～16：10
(Lesson length 90mins×2 Lessons)
Convenient Location:
Shinjuku is a multifaceted area with skyscrapers, numerous commercial facilities, a huge entertainment district, and vast, lush parks, and as a transportation hub it is easily accessible from anywhere.
4 minutes from JR Takadanobaba Station
5 minutes from JR Ikebukuro Station
5 minutes from JR Shibuya Station
4 minutes from JR Harajuku Station
Fees
From April 2025:
Short-term course (minimum 2 weeks)
Long-term course on a student visa
(We provide free support in applying for a student visa).
FAQs
Are flights included?
Flights are not included, as courses are flexible and students prefer to make their own travel arrangements. Assistance can be provided if required.
What about accommodation?
You can choose to add this or not. The schools can provide accommodation for you, such as in a host family’s home, share house, school dormitory or private apartment. We can also help with looking for other accommodation.
The minimum accommodation is approximately 82,000 JPY/month.
Accommodation will be decided after applying to the school.
Application process:
Choose course -> Apply -> Choose accommodation -> Receive confirmation and pay school -> Prepare for Japan!