Yokohama International Education AcademyYokohama, Japan
- Residence within walking distance
- Best rated school in Japan
- Yokohama is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Yokohama International Education Academy is located in Japan's second-largest city, Yokohama. The school is a 4-10 minute walk from 4 different train stations, located in the middle of the cultural & educational centres and next to the business district. There are many amenities, restaurants, eateries, shops and several attractions within walking distance of the school. Such attractions include Kamon-Yama Park, the Sail Training Ship Nippon Maru, the Yokohama Landmark Tower, the Yokohama Museum of Art, Yokohama Cosmo World, Nogeyama Zoological Gardens and more.
Course selection: The school has Japanese programmes for long and short stay students, the shortest length of study being ten weeks, for students who do not have a Visa.
School facilities: Yokohama International Education Academy Yokohama is over nine floors throughout two separate buildings. The school's facilities include free WIFI, vending machines, ample natural light in most classrooms and air conditioning and heating in all classrooms.
Accommodation: The school has a residence within walking distance, available to long and short stay students. The residence comes with a kitchen, access to laundry services, TV, air conditioning and a shared bathroom.
Social and cultural: A beautiful port city that many come to explore, Yokohama is close to Kamakura, the old samurai capital, making for a great weekend trip. Mt. Fuji is also a fantastic destination for a day trip.
- The language school Yokohama International Education Academy was founded in Yokohama, Japan in 1988.
- Legal name / parent company: Yokohama International Education Academy Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 787175
Japanese Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 180000 171000 | -- |
Knowledge of hiragana and katakana required.
For students who hold visas other than Student Visa.
Students learn techniques to pass the Exam for Japanese University Admission, and the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, while at the same time developing a natural conversation ability, all based on a foundation of integrated Japanese studies.
Solid class focus:
- Students learn kanji, vocabulary, reading, grammar, writing, listening, and conversation.
- Preparations for the JLPT and EJU are emphasized and mock exams are provided.
- To meet the student’s needs, complimentary review lessons in grammar and kanji are available for elementary-level students and advanced-level students take elective classes twice a week.
- In-depth tutoring is offered for students writing application essays and preparing for interview tests.
- Understanding of Japanese manners and customs is incorporated throughout the coursework.
Morning: 9:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 40 |
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Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 720000 684000 |
Course price includes school event fees, 8% consumer tax and insurance costs.
Admissions:
Jan: apply between Aug and Sep (previous year).
Apr: apply between Oct and Nov (previous year).
Jul: apply between Feb and Mar.
Oct: apply between Apr and May.
For students who wish to study for one to two years on a Student Visa.
Students learn techniques to pass the Exam for Japanese University Admission, and the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, while at the same time developing a natural conversation ability, all based on a foundation of integrated Japanese studies.
Solid class focus:
- Students learn kanji, vocabulary, reading, grammar, writing,
listening, and conversation. - Preparations for the JLPT and EJU are emphasized and mock
exams are provided. - To meet the student’s needs, complimentary review lessons in
grammar and kanji are available for elementary-level students and
advanced-level students take elective classes twice a week. - In-depth tutoring is offered for students writing application essays
and preparing for interview tests. - Understanding of Japanese manners and customs is incorporated
throughout the coursework.
Morning: 9:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 30 |
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Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 540000 513000 |
This course prepares students for graduate school in Japan.
Requirements: bachelor's degree from a recognised institution of higher learning and clear objectives for graduate studies.
Admissions: apply between Feb and Mar.
Course features:
- Provide information for school selection.
- Guidance for preparing an appealing research project proposal.
- Training in writing an effective research plan.
- Strategies for oral exams.
- Repetition drills using questions from past exams.
- Strategies for JLPT N2 qualified students to enter graduate school
(including strategies for passing N1).
Morning: 9:10 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Information for all courses offered by Yokohama International Education Academy
Students must have overseas travel insurance.
01 Jan 2024 - 08 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 23 Mar 2024, 16 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 - 01 Apr 2024, 01 Apr 2024 - 07 Apr 2024, 27 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2024 - 01 May 2024, 01 May 2024 - 06 May 2024 - 20 Jun 2024, 20 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 03 Aug 2024 - 25 Aug 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 23 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 14 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 10,000¥
Yokohama International Education Academy
“ I am proud that many students become successful in their enterprises, and even more proud that many choose to keep in touch with us after decades. ”
General school facilities
Drink vending machine
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms:
18Number of public PC workstations:
1Paid parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Dancing | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Kanji lessons for non-Chinese student (4 days a week)
- Grammar supplementary class to catch up class (1 day a week)
- Futsal club
- Dance club
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 150000 | 180000 | 15000 |
Prices based on accommodation from Friday to Saturday
Price per person
Living together with people from different countries trying to communicate through Japanese can be an invaluable experience. The kitchen, dining room, toilet, and shower are shared. All dormitories are located in close vicinity to the school and are situated near supermarkets, convenience stores, post offices and multiple train stations, making them convenient places to live.
Student opinions about Yokohama International Education Academy, Yokohama
FAQ about Yokohama International Education Academy,
- Do Japanese teachers use English in their teaching?“The classes are taught in Japanese only. Teachers use visual flashcards with images when necessary, so even if you are just starting out, you won't have any problems with understanding. When you get used to this method of learning, you will start thinking in Japanese, which means you will start learning the language much faster.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
- Will Japanese teachers give us tests or homework?“Yes, they will. The material covered in class will be presented in the form of tests. Homework will be assigned almost every day. In addition, every two or three chapters of the textbook there will be a comprehension test and regular hieroglyphics tests.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
- I have no experience of learning Japanese at all, can I start studying at a language school abroad?“We accept students who have never studied Japanese before. But to make the start of your lessons easier, we recommend that you learn at least hiragana - Japanese alphabet.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
- Which countries are students of Yokohama International Education Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at Yokohama International Education Academy comes from China with a 34% representation, followed by students from Vietnam (5%) and Thailand (3%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Yokohama International Education Academy offers courses for which ages?Yokohama International Education Academy offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.