How many students are in one class?

The maximum capacity per class is approximately 20 students. In an environment where you can learn while interacting with classmates, the goal is to improve your Japanese proficiency.

Is it possible to enroll partway through a term?

Students who have already studied Japanese and are determined to be able to follow classes without difficulty even when starting mid-term may enroll partway through a term. A level check test will be administered; please contact our school for more details.

Do teachers use foreign languages to explain things during class?

At our school, classes are conducted with learners from various countries studying together in the same class, and the lessons are taught entirely in Japanese using the direct method. We use many visual aids such as picture cards and photographs, making the content accessible even for those who are learning Japanese for the first time. As you become accustomed to this style of study, you will develop the habit of thinking in Japanese, which will enable you to speak the language more quickly. Since you are coming to Japan, we encourage you to take on this challenge.

Short-Term General Japanese Course

For those who want to learn Japanese in a short period of time.

April 2027 Enrollment: Now Accepting Long-Term Student Applications

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Course Features

Study Japanese for as little as 2 weeks. A program that comprehensively strengthens your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

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for as Little as 2 Weeks

Whether you're studying during a vacation or getting a preview before a longer study-abroad stay, you can enroll based on what fits your goals.
Comprehensive Japanese Language Study

Build the four key skills, listening, speaking, reading, and writing, in a well-balanced way.
Classes Organized by Level

Learn efficiently in a class suited to your own level.
Elective Courses to Strengthen Your Skills

We offer 4 elective courses tailored to your career path and goals.

Course Overview

Duration

2 Weeks +
Level

Beginner to Advanced (8 Levels)
Enrollment Months

April, July, October, January (Mid-course enrollment available depending on your Japanese level)
Eligible Applicants

Those who want to study Japanese comprehensively over a short period of time

Build a Strong Foundation in the Four Key Skills

Study reading, writing, listening, and speaking in a well-balanced way. In classes matched to your level, you can comprehensively build everything from the basics of Japanese to practical, real-world language skills.
Japanese Culture Experience

Through off-campus learning and cultural experiences, you'll deepen your understanding not only of the Japanese language but also of Japanese culture and customs. You'll be able to use the Japanese you've learned in the classroom in real-life situations, experiencing what it's like to live in Japan.
A Step Toward Long-Term Study Abroad

Through short-term study, you can experience what daily life and the learning environment are like in Japan. For those considering a longer study-abroad program or further education down the road, this course lets you build your Japanese skills while preparing for study abroad at the same time.

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Where You Can Take This Course

Below are the campuses where this course is offered.

Tokyo-Shinjuku Main Campus

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Tokyo-Shinjuku Prime Campus

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Tokyo-Ikebukuro Campus

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Tokyo-Takadanobaba Academic Pathway Campus

Classroom Atmosphere

Student Interviews

Andy From Norway: "Everyone I met here has become a cherished memory for me.
I plan to return home once, study Japanese history, and then come back to Japan again."

Hanna From Sweden: "I really enjoyed being in an environment where I could talk with students from different cultural backgrounds and where we could understand each other."

James From the United States: "My favorite memory is going to izakayas with friends after class. It was a fun and irreplaceable time that I could only have had here."

Frequently Asked Questions About the Short-Term General Japanese Course.

How many students are in one class?: The maximum capacity per class is approximately 20 students. In an environment where you can learn while interacting with classmates, the goal is to improve your Japanese proficiency.
Is it possible to enroll partway through a term?: Students who have already studied Japanese and are determined to be able to follow classes without difficulty even when starting mid-term may enroll partway through a term. A level check test will be administered; please contact our school for more details.
Do teachers use foreign languages to explain things during class?: In our classes, learners from various countries study together, and lessons are taught using the direct method, meaning teachers conduct classes in Japanese only. Picture cards, photos, and other visual aids are used extensively so that even first-time Japanese learners can follow along.
As you get used to this style of learning, you'll develop the habit of thinking in Japanese, which helps you learn to speak faster. Since you've come all this way to Japan, we encourage you to embrace the challenge.

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