What is the "Short-Term Course"?
Starting at a minimum of 2 weeks, this is a study abroad program aimed at those who want to study the Japanese language with a visa status other than “Student”. ISI Japanese Language School offers various short-term study abroad programs, all to meet your needs. Even if you plan on staying in Japan for more than one year on a “Working Holiday Visa” or on a “Spouse Visa”, you can still take the short-term course!
“I want to concentrate on improving my Japanese conversational skills.” “I want to try authentic Japanese food!” “I want to visit places I’ve seen in anime!” Signing up for the short term course is the perfect first step towards fulfilling these dreams.
ISI Japanese Language School’s short-term course is especially suitable for those who want to study abroad in an international environment in Japan! ISI’s unique teaching materials and curriculum, as well as our diverse international environment, allow students to quickly refine their conversational skills, enabling them to dramatically improve their Japanese language ability, even in a short period of time.
Because the classes are multinational, students have opportunities to talk with students from all over the world outside of class, giving them a chance not only to learn Japanese, but also to experience a variety of cultures and values.
Why should you choose ISI?
ISI Japanese Language School is one of the largest Japanese language education institutions in Japan, welcoming over 10,000 international students annually from more than 100 countries and regions.
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Improve your Japanese language skills
with ISI's unique education system
ISI offers a detailed curriculum tailored to your objectives and level. Classes are taught by experienced and qualified Japanese language instructors who provide high-quality education. Students can also aim for high scores on various Japanese language examinations.
2
Practice your Japanese
with extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities for cultural exchange and experience are held regularly at each school, allowing students to actively learn Japanese outside of class hours through interaction with students from other ISI Group schools and Japanese high school students.
3
Full support
from enrollment to graduation
The school has a reliable support system from enrollment to completion, including follow-up on enrollment procedures and support for higher education and employment by career advisors and homeroom teachers while students are enrolled in the school.
4
Learn to be diverse
in a global learning environment
ISI students come from a wide variety of countries. In addition to learning Japanese, students will have the opportunity to experience multinational cultures and values that are different from those of their home countries and Japan.
5
Improving learning effectiveness
with latest facilities/equipment
Our schools are equipped with a study room, library, student lounge, café, Japanese-style room, prayer room, and free Wi-Fi. ISI also provides accommodation for students to enjoy a fulfilling school life outside of class hours.
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Highly rated and certified
by external organizations
In addition to the high level of student satisfaction after enrollment, the school has an excellent reputation for its "ISO 29991:2014" certification and awards received from international organizations.
Short-Term Course Introduction
*The short-term General Japanese course for beginners is available only at the Shibuya Harajuku Campus and the Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus.
JLPT Intensive Training Course（Summer Program）
Tokyo-Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus
A sophisticated campus in an academic student town.
| Course period | Classes only (No activities or accommodation arrangements included) |
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| JLPT Intensive Training | August 18th ▼ August 29th (2 weeks) |
210,000 |
*Application Deadline: Friday, August 1
Please note that applications will close once capacity is reached, even before the deadline.
*This course offers lessons aimed at passing the JLPT N3.
*The school will be closed on national holidays. (No classes.)
*Please make sure to purchase travel insurance before coming to Japan.
Fee
(Prices in JPY – applicable from April 2025 to March 2026)
| Courses | Campus | First term (10 weeks) total fee |
| Short-Term General Japanese | Shinjuku Main Campus | 241,000 |
| ShibuyaHarajuku Campus,Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus (Beginners only) | 238,500 | |
| Ikebukuro Campus,Osaka Campus,Kyoto Campus | 228,000 | |
| Nagano Campus | 201,000 | |
| Short-Term Career Japanese | ShibuyaHarajuku Campus,Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus | 238,500 |
| Evening Course | ShibuyaHarajuku Campus | 111,000 |
*Evening Course at ShibuyaHarajuku Campus will be held every Tuesday through Thursday (3 days a week) at 19:10~20:50 (45 minutes x 2 lesson).
*The minimum application period is 2 weeks. However, the minimum application period for “Evening Course” at ShibuyaHarajuku Campus is 4 weeks.
Learning Locations
Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Nagano - Locations in four unique cities
ISI’s Japanese Language Schools are located in Tokyo, Nagano, Osaka and Kyoto, all locations where you can truly experience the culture, food, nature and four seasons of Japan.
“I would like to study in a progressive city like Tokyo or Osaka while experiencing and learning about the diverse culture.” “I would like to study in the natural surroundings of Nagano while experiencing the four seasons Japan is known for.” “I would like to live in Kyoto, one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations and a center of traditional culture.”
If you found that any of these statements apply to you, ISI will provide you the best environment to learn about both Japan and the Japanese language.
Best campus for you depending on your language goals
Applicable from April 2025 to March 2026
| Purpose /Campus |
Move on to higher education in Japan | Find a job in Japan | Cultural experiences | Get your qualifications |
| Tokyo-Shinjuku Main Campus | ◎ | 〇 | ◎ | 〇 |
| Tokyo-Ikebukuro Campus | ◎ | 〇 | ◎ | 〇 |
| Tokyo-Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus | – | ◎ | 〇 | 〇 |
| Tokyo-ShibuyaHarajuku Campus | – | ◎ | 〇 | 〇 |
| Osaka Campus | ◎ | ◎ | ◎ | 〇 |
| Kyoto Campus | ◎ | ◎ | ◎ | 〇 |
| Nagano Campus | ◎ | ◎ | ◎ | 〇 |
*◎：Most suitable campus 〇：Suitable campus
*The short-term General Japanese course for beginners is available only at the Shibuya Harajuku Campus and the Takadanobaba Career Pathway Campus.
ISI Campuses
Campus life
A variety of activities designed to “interact” and “experience” the four seasons in Japan
Students Voices
Everyone has a place other than their hometown where they feel at home. Kyoto is such a place that eases my mind.
Li Ying
(From China)
ISI is not only a great place to learn Japanese, but also to create a great experience.
Aline Tirado Najera
(From Mexico)
ISI is a school with great support for individuals wanting to improve their Japanese language studies.
Hannah Pettorini
(From The United States)
You will never regret enrolling in Kyoto School. Trust me, you'll study hard while enjoying the culture and life here!
Glenn Setianegara Halim
(From Indonesia)
Japanese language and other cultures can be understood together.
Alan Adrian Sosa
(From Argentina)
I feel my language skill improving every day here.
Mattis Alfred Mikael Grahm
(From Sweden)
The good thing about enrolling in the school is that the teachers are very kind and the school facilities are new and clean.
Tang Jie
(From China)
ISI Students have been growing together.
Jorge López Pizarro
(From Spain)