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The Kyoto Minsai Japanese Language School, located in a historic area 10 minutes from the center of Kyoto city, is a cultural center with a lot of international students and Japanese people studying here as well as in the surrounding area which includes the Kyoto language college-university, Kyoto Women's University, some elementary schools, and the Nishikyogoku General Exercise Park. The staff and teachers have knowledge & expertise in a vast number of fields and are dedicated to quality education. For example, many employees used to be technical construction experts, former national athletes, or are professionals of traditional Kyoto culture and calligraphy, tea ceremony, table tennis, musical instruments, and biology. In addition, the school has reception staff who can speak Chinese, English, Vietnamese and Thai, providing smooth coordination so that students can fully concentrate & enjoy learning.
Total Number of Students: | 180-220 |
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Class Size: | 20 students max |
School Staff Support Languages: | English, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Russian, Thai |
Enrolment Terms: | April, July, October, January |
Minimum Course Duration: | Short Term: 2 weeksLong Term: 1 year 3 months |
The school is affiliated with local hotels and can introduce students interested in working there. This is especially attractive for students on a working holiday visa as they are able to take advantage of working while learning Japanese. The school has also introduced many other jobs opportunities in the area around the school to its students.
Tenjingawa is the location of the main school of Kyoto Minsai Japanese Language School and this is where the long-term courses take place. The school is located on the banks of the Tenjin River where you can see the sakura blossoms in spring, and near the Nishikyogoku Athletic Park, another nice place for hanami, sports, or relaxing with your classmates after class. Nearest stations: Nishikyogoku station (12-minutes walk) Tenjingawa station RANDEN (20-minutes walk)
Nishioji-school is where the short-term courses are taught. This is a pleasant and convenient area with a supermarket, drugstore or a bookstore nearby and accessible by not less than 3 subway stations. Nearest stations: Nishioji Oike station (2-minutes walk) Nishioji Sanjo station (2-minutes walk) Saiin station (10-minutes walk) 17 Nishinokyo Sanjobo-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 604-8435
Academic course: The Academic courses are designed for students who wish to achieve higher education by enrolling in graduate, vocational schools or universities. Every student will have to choose specialized courses to follow their own individual path. Additionally, they will be rigorously prepared for JLPT exams while being deeply immersed into Japanese culture with all the activities the school has to offer.
Integrated-studies course: The Integrated-studies course is designed for those who want to find a job related to Japan or to experiment a deep study of Japanese culture.The mandatory specialized course will guide the student to perform at their highest level in their future achievement and the extra activities will allow them to get deeply in touch with Japanese culture and traditions.
Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
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April | 2 years | Early September |
Late November |
July | 1 year 9 months/2 years | Early December |
Late February |
October | 1 year 6 months/2 years | Early March |
Late May |
January | 1 Year 3 months/2 years | Early June |
Late August |
Morning and afternoon classes:
SPECIALIZED COURSES
Deepen you knwowledge in the advanced academinc course, the advanced business course and the culture and art course
ELECTIVE SUBJECTS (OPTIONAL)
Take optional elective subjects in English, Mathematics, Japan and the World and Exam preparation for entering university of arts
EXTRA CLASSES (OPTIONAL)
Choose optional extra classes during your vacation for employment preparation, EJU preparation and Specified Skilled Worker test preparation
Tuition fees | |
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1 Year 3 months | ¥858,000 |
1 year 6 months | ¥1,029,600 |
1 year 9 months | ¥1,201,200 |
2 years | ¥1,372,800 |
Other fees | |
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Screening fee | ¥22,000 |
Enrollment fee | ¥55,000 |
JLPT Exam fee | ¥13,000 |
Facilities | ¥33,000 (1 year 3 months) ¥39,600 (1 year 6 months) ¥46,200 (1 year 9 months) ¥52,800 (2 years) |
National Health Insurance | ¥22,500 (1 year 3 months) ¥27,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥31,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥36,000 (2 years) |
International Student Insurance | ¥15,400 (1 year 3 months) ¥17,900 (1 year 6 months) ¥18,600 (1 year 9 months) ¥20,000 (2 years) |
Textbooks | ¥22,875 (1 year 3 months) ¥27,450 (1 year 6 months) ¥32,025 (1 year 9 months) ¥36,600 (2 years) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
10-week course:
The longest of the Kyoto Minsai short term courses is perfect if you want to learn Japanese more meticulously.
8-week course:
Study thoroughly and enjoy all that Kyoto has to offer by immersing yourself in Japanese culture in this 8-week course.
4-week course:
Learn the fundamentals of the Japanese language in reading, writing or holding a conversation with this 4-week program.
2-week course:
With this 2-week program, you would be able to enhance your Japanese skills or learn the basics of the language in no time while enjoying your stay in Kyoto.
Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
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April | 2~10 weeks | N/A |
Early March |
July | 2~10 weeks | N/A |
Early June |
October | 2~10 weeks | N/A |
Mid September |
January | 2~10 weeks | N/A |
Early December |
Morning and afternoon classes:
Tuition fees | |
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2 weeks | ¥66,000 |
4 weeks | ¥110,000 |
8 weeks | ¥171,600 |
10 weeks | ¥192,500 |
Other fees | |
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Enrollment fee | ¥11,000 |
Textbooks | Included in the tuition |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Southeast Asia |
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South Asia |
14% |
East Asia |
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Central Asia |
6% |
Europe |
8% |
Middle East |
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North America |
0.3% |
Other countries |
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East Asia |
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Europe |
32% |
Southeast Asia |
24% |
North America |
4% |
Latin America |
3% |
Oceania |
2% |
Central and South Asia |
2% |
Africa |
0.3% |
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