Our open course is designed for people who are in Japan and need language skills for their everyday life. The course focuses on the four key aspects of language acquisition -- speaking, listening, reading and writing -- it is also possible to prepare for the Japanese language proficiency test. Tuition is charged for two months.
Designed for:
People who already live in Japan (does not include short-term residents)
School calendar
Classes start in April, July and October
Students with Japanese language background can join their appropriate level anytime, provided there is room left in the class.
Course information
| Monday to Friday | Morning class: 9am - 12.40pm Afternoon class: 1pm - 4.40pm |
Students are assigned to their classes after a placement test at the beginning of the program. Please beware that we do not allow students to choose their level.
Level | Beginners |
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| Length | 9 months |
| Outline | Learn hiragana and katakana. Emphasis on all four aspects of the language -- speaking, listening, reading and writing. At the end of this course, students will practice with questions of the Japanese language proficiency test N4, and of course they can also take it if they so wish. |
| Learning objectives | Able to carry everyday simple conversations Able to understand simple cartoons and comic books. Able to pass N4 of the Japanese language proficiency exam |
| Teaching Materials | Minna no nihongo I, II Writing exercises, beginners Listening comprehension, beginners Comprehension tasks, 25 Questions from the Japanese Language proficiency exam, N4 |
Level | Intermediate |
| Length | 9 months |
| Outline | Continuation of the four key elements of study of the beginners course. Emphasis on strengthening vocabulary for better comprehension. Speed reading, writing exercises and preparation and practice for exams. |
| Learning objectives | Proper use of honorific Japanese (keigo). Able to communicate without difficulties. Listening to the news Take the Japanese language proficiency test, N2 |
| Teaching Materials | Bunka chuukyuu Nihongo I, II Kanzen Master I, II Nihongo Sou matome ni-kyuu Japanese speed reading Everyday listening comprehension, intermediate Japanese language proficiency exams Nihon Ryuugaku shiken exam questions |
Level | Advanced |
| Length | 6 months |
| Outline | Strengthening the acquired based, and taking it further with advanced grammar and idiomatic usage. The course uses real-life teaching materials, such as newspapers, magazines, newscasts, and we will discuss Japanese current events and culture. Students will deepen their knowledge of the culture, and often express their opinions. Students will be able to take the Japanese language proficiency test, N1. |
| Learning objectives | Use a wide range of vocabulary in idiomatically correct ways. Able to express subtle nuances in speech, and voice one's opinion on a variety of subjects. Take the Japanese language proficiency test, N1 |
| Teaching Materials | Various teaching materials for advanced students and their goals |
How to apply
Fill out the 
and send it to us.
Once we receive and confirm your information, you will receive instructions on how to proceed. Please beware that certain levels may no longer be open if the maximum number of students has already enrolled.
Tuition
| Enrollment fee | 21,000 yen |
| Tuition (2 months) | 79,700 yen |
Total | 100,700 yen |
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*Tuition fee is 79,700 yen for two months.
*Students who pay for six months upfront are eligible for a 5 percent discount
*A teaching-material fee applies.
The course focuses on the four key aspects of language acquisition -- speaking, listening, reading and writing -- and it is also possible to prepare for the Japanese language proficiency test.
Designed for:
People on a working-holiday visa.
Students holding a working holiday visa can change their status to a student visa before it expires.
How to apply
Fill out the and send it to us.
Once we receive and confirm your information, you will receive instructions on how to proceed. Please beware that certain levels may no longer be open if the maximum number of students has already enrolled.
*Please note that students are responsible for securing their working holiday visa. Please get in touch with your local Japanese consulate for details.
Tuition
| 2 months | 84,000 yen |
| 3 months | 126,000 yen |
* A teaching-material fee applies
* It is possible to enroll for more than three months, but it is not possible to enroll for only one month.