General Japanese Course
Am I eligible?
If you are applying for a student visa, you must meet these requirements:
Education
You must have completed at least 12 years of education, or the equivalent.
Funds
You or a family member must have enough savings to pay for tuition and living expenses (at least 1,350,000 yen total for a one-year course).
Application
You must apply before the visa application deadline.
Study
You must be able to show that you are serious about studying Japanese.
What makes this course special?
The Comprehensive Japanese Course is designed for people who are serious about wanting to master the Japanese language and improve their Japanese ability.
Intensive, varied lessons: classes will use your time fully, offering pairwork, discussion, projects and more
Hi-tech classrooms: Projectors, tablets and more mean classes can use multimedia content to maximize learning
Individual care: Staff assist you according to your goals and abilities
Specialized curriculum: classes teach not just the language, but also the culture and history, for a full understanding
Study Program
| JLPT | CEFR | ||||||||
| Advanced (20 weeks) | N1 | C1 | |||||||
| Pre-Advanced (10 weeks) | N2-N1 | B2 | |||||||
| Intermediate II (20 weeks) | N2 | ||||||||
| Intermediate I (20 weeks) | N3 | B1 | |||||||
| Beginner II (19 weeks) | N4 | A2 | |||||||
| Beginner I (16 weeks) | N5 | A1 | |||||||
Study Program
| Level | JLPT | CEFR |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced (20 weeks) | N1 | C1 |
| Pre-Advanced (10 weeks) | N1-N2 | B2 |
| Intermediate II (20 weeks) | N2 | B2 |
| Intermediate I (20 weeks) | N3 | B1 |
| Beginner II (19 weeks) | N4 | A2 |
| Beginner I (16 weeks) | N5 | A1 |
Start Dates and Application Deadlines
This long-term Japanese course starts every three months, and runs for one year or 18 months. The Japanese government sets visa application deadlines roughly 5 months* in advance of the start of study, so make sure to apply early! (If you don’t need a student visa, the application deadlines below do not apply.)
| Start month | Application deadline |
|---|---|
| January | Previous August |
| April | Previous November |
| July | February |
| October | May |
*Specific application deadlines may change depending on the Japanese government. If in doubt, contact us to confirm
Schedule
Classes are held Monday to Friday, in either the morning or the afternoon, depending on your level.
Morning classes
9:30 – 13:10
Afternoon classes
14:05 – 17:45
Weekly lesson structure
For beginner levels
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100min | 1 | L1① Homework |
L1③ Homework |
L1⑤ Homework |
L2① Homework |
L2③ Homework |
| 2 | ||||||
| Grammar/conversation 100min | 3 | L1② Homework |
L1④ Homework |
L1⑥ Homework |
L2② Homework |
L2④ Homework |
| 4 |
| Monday | |
|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100 minutes |
|
| 1 | L1① Homework |
| 2 | |
| 3 | L1② Homework |
| 4 | |
| Tuesday | |
|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100 minutes |
|
| 1 | L1③ Homework |
| 2 | |
| 3 | L1④ Homework |
| 4 | |
| Wednesday | |
|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100 minutes |
|
| 1 | L1⑤ Homework |
| 2 | |
| 3 | L1⑥ Homework |
| 4 | |
| Thursday | |
|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100 minutes |
|
| 1 | L2① Homework |
| 2 | |
| 3 | L2② Homework |
| 4 | |
| Friday | |
|---|---|
| Grammar/conversation 100 minutes |
|
| 1 | L2③ Homework |
| 2 | |
| 3 | L2④ Homework |
| 4 | |
For intermediate and above levels
- Multi Purpose: JLPT Kanji vocabulary, grammar, reading and seminar
- 4 skills: Proficiency (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking)
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min | 1 | JLPT Grammar | Kanji | JLPT Grammar | Seminar | JLPT Grammar |
| 2 | JLPT Vocabulary | JLPT Reading | JLPT Vocabulary | JLPT Vocabulary | ||
| 4 Skills 100min | 3 | L1 ① | L2 ② | L3 ③ | L4 ④ | L5 ⑤ |
| 4 |
| Monday | ||
|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min |
1 | JLPT Grammar |
| 2 | JLPT Vocabulary | |
| 4 Skills 100min |
3 | L1 ① |
| 4 | ||
| Tuesday | ||
|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min |
1 | Kanji |
| 2 | JLPT Reading | |
| 4 Skills 100min |
3 | L2 ② |
| 4 | ||
| Wednesday | ||
|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min |
1 | JLPT Grammar |
| 2 | JLPT Vocabulary | |
| 4 Skills 100min |
3 | L3 ③ |
| 4 | ||
| Thursday | ||
|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min |
1 | Seminar |
| 2 | ||
| 4 Skills 100min |
3 | L4 ④ |
| 4 | ||
| Friday | ||
|---|---|---|
| Multi Purpose 100min |
1 | JLPT Grammar |
| 2 | JLPT Vocabulary | |
| 4 Skills 100min |
3 | L5 ⑤ |
| 4 | ||
After classes, students spend their time studying at school, working at their part-time job, doing their homework at home, and enjoying life in Japan with their friends.
Cost
1 year
Registration/textbook fee – ¥22,000
Tuition – 968,000
18 months
Registration/textbook fee – ¥22,000
Tuition – 1,368,000
All costs include sales tax.
If applying for a course longer than one year, generally only the first year’s fees are billed initially.
PROCEDURE: FROM APPLICATION TO GRADUATION!
In white are the steps you need to complete, and in blue, the steps the school needs to complete
Step 1
Fill out our contact form
Step 2
We confirm you are eligible, answer your questions, and send the formal application
Step 3
You send the completed application form and supporting documents, as well as pay the application fee
Step 4
If we need any further information, we contact you. Otherwise, we send your application to the government
Step 5
If the government approves your application, we contact you to confirm
Step 6
You pay the tuition fees
Step 7
We send your CoE (certificate of eligibility) to you
Step 8
You take the CoE to the Japanese Embassy, to have it stamped into your passport
Step 9
You book your flight to Japan
Step 10
You come to Japan, and start your study with us
Step 11
After 1 to 2 years of study, you graduate and receive your certificate
Step 12
The start of the rest of your life in Japan!
What do students do after graduation?
What Do Former Students Think of the Course and School?
The class sizes are small so you are able to get a lot of speaking practice and you’re able to build a better relationship with the teachers. Because of this the teachers are able to access your skill level and put you in the best possible class.
The staff are also very helpful and ready to answer any questions you have about Japan no matter how small. This makes moving to a new country much less stressful. Even before I arrived in Japan the Nagoya staff answered any and all questions I had about the school, classes and moving to Japan in general.
10/10 would recommend.
Learning here is such an amazing experience! Surrounded by like-minded classmates, sensational teachers and staff; the school atmosphere is exciting and encouraging. It really pushes my drive to learn and study Japanese!
Everyone is kind and helpful, from questions about classwork, to even about life in Japan; the staff and teachers guided me through every step! I was worried about going overseas by myself for the first time to study, but it was a very smooth process, and I was taken care of very well.
Other Important Points
This course has competitive enrollment, and we cannot guarantee that you will be accepted. Even if accepted by the school, we cannot guarantee that the Japanese government will grant you a visa.
The Japanese student visa has several restrictions, including at least 80% attendance, and academic progress and testing requirements. If you do not meet these requirements, you may not be able to continue your study.
With the school’s permission, it is possible to work part-time in Japan while studying on this course, as long as your work does not interfere with your study.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to take a Japanese proficiency exam?
Unfortunately, the Japanese government makes taking a Japanese proficiency test a requirement of the student visa, so you will need to take this test during your study with us.
Can I work part-time?
Yes, you are allowed to work for up to 28 hours per week during term time, and up to 40 hours per week during your holiday. However, remember that your primary goal is to study, so please do not allow work to interfere with your school hours.
Of course, working in Japan could be fun and if you would like to try, due to our scheduling we ask our students to find a part-time job that will allow you to work on weekends and after 18:00 on weekdays.
Can I find a job in Japan after graduating?
A good number of our students have found employment after studying with us. It does depend on your level of Japanese at the start of your course. Most jobs in Japan ask for a university degree and at least a JLPT 2 level of Japanese.
Can you help me find a job?
While we can provide you with some support in finding a job, including advice, writing your CV, and preparing for your job interview, we cannot arrange a job for you or promise that we can find you a job.