Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture

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Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture
  • Recommended for Westerners

    The school’s curriculum has accounted for students who need more time and support to learn Kanji, etc.

  • Wifi Available

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  • Part-time Job Support

    This school introduces part-time job opportunities so you can work while studying.

  • Higher Education Counselling

    This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation.

  • Career Support

    Counselors are available to provide specialized support for full-time employment after graduation.

  • Dormitories Available

    This school introduces affordable shared living spaces.

  • Apartments Available

    This school introduces private apartments.

  • Homestay Available

    This school introduces local Japanese families where students can live while studying.

  • In-School Activities

    This school organizes regular interactive & cultural activities in the school.

  • Out-of-School Activities

    This school organizes out-of-school day-trips, excursions and events throughout the year.

  • Student Lounge

    Space outside of the classroom is available for students to interact casually and/or study.

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School Introduction

Kudan Japanese Cultural Research Institute welcomes up to 40 students monthly, primarily from Europe and North America, to study Japanese and explore Japanese culture.

Kudan's educational philosophy is to nurture Japan enthusiasts and deepen understanding of the country. Students gain unique educational experiences in Japan and engage in cultural exchanges with a diverse student body.

The school features bright classrooms, spacious corridors, and friendly teachers, creating a comfortable environment for international students. Located near 4 train stations, over 10 universities, vocational schools, bookstores, and various shops, Kudan is in a vibrant and convenient area.

Total Number of Students: 200~300
Class Size: 12-20
School Staff Support Languages: English, Chinese, Korean
Enrolment Terms: January, April, July, October
Minimum Course Duration: 2 weeks

Main Features

Programs range from 2 weeks, with flexible start times. Courses cover beginner Japanese to university prep, including manga classes.
Students engage in activities and exchanges with Japanese youth. Events include sushi-making and cultural festivals.
Direct relationships with 350 host families provide comfortable living. Referrals for private rooms and shared houses are available.

School Location

Nearest Stations:

Suidobashi station (4-minute walk)
Kudanshita station (9-minute walk)

Available Courses

  • Japanese Conversation Course
  • Japanese Intensive Course
  • Practical Course for Beginners
    (Short-Term)
  • Japanese + Culture Courses
    (Short-Term)
  • Seasonal Courses

Japanese Conversation Course

Course Description

This course focuses on Japanese conversation practice. Students will learn to speak on various topics and in different situations. At the intermediate level (Conversation III) and above, the course introduces useful expressions for working in Japan.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake Duration Application Start Date Application Deadline
April 1 year / 2 years Early August

Late October

July 1 year 9 months Early January

Late February

October 1 year 6 months Early March

Late April

January 1 Year 3 months Early July

Late August

* Deadlines for long term programs (6 months or longer) which requires a student visa
* This course starts every Monday with the exception of complete beginners
 

 

Morning classes:

 

  • Classes are held from 9:10 to 12:40 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

    On weekly extracurricular activities such as cooking classes and tea ceremony, students can experience Japanese culture while getting to know students from other classes

  • EXCHANGE EVENTS

    Students can experience making Japanese friends at Kudan on events with volunteers and Japanese students from the Japanese community

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
1 Year ¥768,000

 

Other fees
Translation fee ¥5,000
Screening fee ¥30,000
Enrollment fee ¥60,000
Textbooks, Maintenance fee and Field Trips fees ¥90,000
Student Insurance fee ¥10,000

 

Optional Services

Airport pick-up

Arrive on Saturday ¥15,000
Arrive from Sunday to Friday ¥30,000

Homestay

Placement fees ¥10,000
Room rental rates ¥3,000/night
2 Meals for weekdays Included
3 Meals for weekends Included

* If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 

Ordinary Accommodation (Guest house/Sharehouse)

Monthly room rental rates ¥60,000 – ¥150,000
Deposit ¥10,000 – ¥30,000
Placement fees ¥5,000

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Japanese Intensive Course

Course Description

This course provides a balanced approach to reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It’s ideal for students aiming to enter Japanese universities, vocational schools, or seek employment.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake Duration Application Start Date Application Deadline
April 1 year / 2 years Early August

Late October

July 1 year 9 months Early January

Late February

October 1 year 6 months Early March

Late April

January 1 Year 3 months Early July

Late August

* Deadlines for long term programs (6 months or longer) which requires a student visa
 
Afternoon classes:
 

  • Classes are held from 13:30 to 17:00 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • KANJI CLASSES

    Monthly progress test allows both Kanji and non-Kanji speakers to progress at their own pace

  • EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

    On weekly extracurricular activities such as cooking classes and tea ceremony, students can experience Japanese culture while getting to know students from other classes

  • EXCHANGE EVENTS

    Students can experience making Japanese friends at Kudan on events with volunteers and Japanese students from the Japanese community

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
1 Year ¥640,000

 

Other fees
Translation fee ¥5,000
Screening fee ¥30,000
Enrollment fee ¥60,000
Textbooks, Maintenance fee and Field Trips fees ¥90,000
Student Insurance fee ¥10,000

 

Optional Services

Airport pick-up

Arrive on Saturday ¥15,000
Arrive from Sunday to Friday ¥30,000

Homestay

Placement fees ¥10,000
Room rental rates ¥3,000/night
2 Meals for weekdays Included
3 Meals for weekends Included

* If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 

Ordinary Accommodation (Guest house/Sharehouse)

Monthly room rental rates ¥60,000 – ¥150,000
Deposit ¥10,000 – ¥30,000
Placement fees ¥5,000

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Practical Course for Beginners
(Short-Term)

Course Description

This 4-week course is for complete beginners to practice hiragana and katakana while learning essential vocabulary and phrases for daily life in Japan. It focuses on building practical Japanese language skills for living in Japan.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake Duration Application Deadline
March 4 Weeks

2 months before the starting date

June
September
December

* One month before the starting date for nationalities with a visa exemption
 
Morning classes:
 

  • Classes are held from 9:10 to 12:40 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

    On weekly extracurricular activities such as cooking classes and tea ceremony, students can experience Japanese culture while getting to know students from other classes

  • EXCHANGE EVENTS

    Students can experience making Japanese friends at Kudan on events with volunteers and Japanese students from the Japanese community

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
4 Weeks ¥64,000

 

Other fees
Screening fee ¥20,000
Textbook & Maintenance fees ¥10,000

 

Optional Services

Airport pick-up

Arrive on Saturday ¥15,000
Arrive from Sunday to Friday ¥30,000

Homestay

Placement fees ¥10,000
Room rental rates ¥3,000/night
2 Meals for weekdays Included
3 Meals for weekends Included

* If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 

Ordinary Accommodation (Guest house/Sharehouse)

Monthly room rental rates ¥60,000 – ¥150,000
Deposit ¥10,000 – ¥30,000
Placement fees ¥5,000

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Japanese + Culture Courses
(Short-Term)

Course Description

Manga (Comic) Course

In collaboration with Mangajuku!, this course combines manga drawing with Japanese language study. Learn from professional manga artists and bilingual coordinators, suitable for all skill levels.
 

Japanese Cooking Course

Learn to cook Japanese dishes like sushi, udon, and bento while studying Japanese. Discover Japanese culinary traditions and dietary rules.
 

Tea Ceremony Short Course

Take Japanese and tea ceremony lessons (Bonryakutemae) together. Learn tea preparation, ceremony etiquette, and receive a certificate upon completing the eight-session course.
 
Required Japanese level: JLPT N4 or above

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Manga (Comic) Course

Intake Duration Application Deadline
Early April 3 months

Please Inquire

Early July 2 months
Early October 1 month

 

Japanese Cooking Course

Intake Duration Application Deadline
April 1 month

Please Inquire

July
October

* One course is 2 hours long * Classes are held twice a week for a total of 8 classes  

 

Tea Ceremony Short Course

Intake Duration Application Deadline
Please Inquire 2 month

Please Inquire

* One lesson a week  

 

Afternoon classes:  

 

  • Classes are held on Thursdays from 18:30 to 20:00

Tuition Fees

Manga (Comic) Course

Japanese + Manga Course Tuition fees
1 month ¥154,000
2 months ¥268,000
3 months ¥392,000

 

Other fees
Enrollment fee Included
Study material fee Included

 

Accommodation fees
1 month ¥94,000
2 months ¥178,000
3 months ¥262,000
Other Accommodation fees
Placement fee Included
2 Meals for weekdays Included
3 Meals for weekdends Included
Airport pick-up – Arriving on Saturday
(Optional)
¥15,000

 
* If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 

Japanese Cooking Course

Japanese + Cooking Course Tuition fees
1 month ¥164,000

 

Other fees
Enrollment fee Included
Textbook fees Included

 

Accommodation fees
1 month ¥94,000
Other Accommodation fees
Placement fee Included
2 Meals for weekdays Included
3 Meals for weekdends Included
Airport pick-up – Arriving on Saturday
(Optional)
¥15,000

 
* If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
 

Tea Ceremony Short Course

Tea-Ceremony Lesson Tuition fees
2 months ¥40,000

 
* Accommodation for this course is offered only to students who are currently enrolled on the Conversation Course or the Intensive Course

Seasonal Courses

Course Description

Summer Holiday Course

The school offers 3 Summer Holiday Courses to students who want to gain situational & conversational Japanese language skills in a relatively short period of time. In addition to morning Japanese lessons, some of the afternoon & day activities offered in the programs include visits to: ・Edo-Tokyo Museum ・Tokyo City Tours ・Tokyo Dome City Attractions (theme park) ・Sushi-making ・Lunch Buffet ・Tea Ceremony ・Tokyo Sky Tree ・Hakkeijima Sea Paradise ・Karaoke

The school also offers students the option of staying with a local homestay family, or being set up in a student or private dormitory. The school also offers its students airport pickup service upon their landing in Japan. Lastly, on the second day of study, all students are given their very own Yukata (Summer Kimono), which are traditional Japanese summer wear usually characterized by bright colors to match the season!

Spring Holiday Course

Kudan spring course is a package program where students not only learn Japanese but experience the culture through activities like the tea ceremony, dressing in Hakama and visiting historic places like shrines as well as modern structures like the Tokyo Skytree for a broad Japanese experience.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Summer Holiday Course

Course Intake Duration Application Deadline
Course 1 July 1st 4 Weeks (Until July 29th)

April 20th, 2023

Course 2 July 29th 3 Weeks (Until August 19th)

June 16th, 2023

Course 3 July 1st 7 Weeks (Until August 29th)

April 20th, 2023

The Courses are offered each with a unique trip, in addition to its other exciting activities: ・Course 1 – includes trips to Nikko & Kamakura ・Course 2 – include a trip to Kyoto ・Course 3 – includes trips to Nikko, Kamakura, and Kyoto  

 

Spring Holiday Course

Course Intake Duration Application Deadline
Spring Course April 1st 2 Weeks (Until April 15th)

February 28th, 2023

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
Summer Course 1 Without homestay: ¥238,600
With homestay: ¥342,000
Summer Course 2 Without homestay: ¥241,200
With homestay: ¥325,000
Summer Course 3 Without homestay: ¥397,800
With homestay: ¥560,000
Spring Course Without homestay: ¥112,000
With homestay: ¥179,000

 

Other fees
Enrollment fee Included
Study material fee Included
Activity fee Included
Homestay arrangement fee Included with homestay bundle
Homestay fee(Includes 2 meals for weekdays and 3 meals for weekends and holidays) Included with homestay bundle
Airport pick-up fee Included with homestay bundle

 * If staying in homestay, the weekdays include breakfast and dinner. Weekends and holidays include breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Student Demographics

Asia

47%

Europe

38%

North America

7%

South America

3%

Africa & Middle East

3%

Oceania

2%

Our Free Services

We aim to support all students who are interested in coming to Japan to study & live.
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
  • School & Visa
    Application Support

  • Free Japanese
    Language Lessons

  • Accommodation
    Setup

  • 24-Hour
    Emergency Assistance

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