Genki Japanese and Culture School Fukuoka, Japan
Hakata Eki Higashi 1-16-23, Hakata-ku - 812-0013 Fukuoka - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Wii game console with large selection of games.
- Best rated school in Fukuoka
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of student apartments4.4
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Position of school in Fukuoka: The school is to the east of the city, close to the Mikasa River. The streets around the school are quiet, but just a short walk away is a central part of the city, with an array of transportation links, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels and cafes.
Exploring the city: Genki Japanese and Culture School is right next to the Hakata transit hub. There are a large number of trains leaving from this station. Just up from the train station is a large bus terminal, with regular bus routes around the city.
Local attractions: Due to its position to Hakata transit station, the school is well positioned to explore the city. The Ohori Park and the Fukuoka Castle Ruins are 25 minutes by train or 40 minutes by bus. Kushida Shrine and Fukuoka Asian Art Museum are 20 minutes away by foot from Genki Japanese and Culture School.
Course structure: Japanese courses are possible in a group setting in a weekly structure or as a long term package. During the summer months the school has programmes for young learners that include accommodation. There are specific cthemes that you can add to a general Japanese course to make the classes more structured to your language outcome. These extras include conversational Japanese and a Cultural programme to learn more about the Japanese way of life and use of their own language.
School chain: GenkiJACS, as a group, currently has four schools in Japan, in Fukuoka, Tokyo, Nagoya and Kyoto. Since 2005, GenkiJACS has supplied quality Japanese language tuition and cultural programmes to students of all levels and many nationalities. Their initial success has seen the group expand steadily, regularly recognised by awards throughout the education sector, including being voted the Star World Language School of the year at the industry Star Awards in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Japanese Courses
General Language
Standard Japanese
This course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥40,000¥38,000 / week More
Standard Japanese
This course tends to sell out quickly!
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥40,000¥38,000 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 0 | 80,000 76,000 | 120,000 114,000 | 160,000 152,000 | 200,000 190,000 | 240,000 228,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 492 | 738 | 983 | 1,229 | 1,475 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Nov 2026
Only available for complete beginners and maximum 4 weeks, 6 weeks if start date is 02 Feb.
Student reviews about "Standard Japanese" at Genki Japanese and Culture School
Sejin
"Thank you for all you've done."
Additional information for all courses
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Long Term Studies20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from¥39,000¥37,050 / week More
Long Term Studies
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
¥39,000¥37,050 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 40 | 60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 390,000 370,500 | 740,000 703,000 | 1,380,000 1,311,000 | 1,980,000 1,881,000 |
| Price in US$ | 2,396 | 4,547 | 8,478 | 12,165 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 06 Apr 2026, 05 Oct 2026
Students in this program must be in possession of a valid visa to stay in Japan for the study period. The school does not offer student visas.
The 24-week course has no breaks. For the 40-week and 60-week courses, there are 7 to 20 weeks of holidays in the middle depending on the starting date and terms.
Beginner students should know the hiragana alphabet.
To take the 1-year course students need to have a pre-intermediate or lower intermediate language level and have a working holiday visa or permanent visa.
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Summer Programme - Homestay (14 to 17 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from¥183,333¥178,750 / week Includes accommodationMore
Summer Programme - Homestay (14 to 17 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
¥183,333¥178,750 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 0 | 0 | 550,000 536,250 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 3,468 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 06 Jul 2026
Extras:
- Travel Insurance: JPY 250 per day.
- Extra night accommodation: JPY 4,290 per night.
Application Deadline: 06 Mar.
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 mealInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Airport transfer (return trip)
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Genki Japanese and Culture School include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Street entrance1/50
Welcome to Genki Japanese and Culture School2/50
School lounge area3/50
Fukuoka City buildings4/50
Studying in the library5/50
Notice board6/50
Teacher7/50
Presenting in class8/50
Explanation9/50
Detailed notes10/50
Comparing notes11/50
Group work12/50
Flash cards13/50
Momochi seaside park14/50
Students enjoying a meal together15/50
Genki students 16/50
Meeting room17/50
concentrating18/50
Classroom ready for students 19/50
Teacher and students20/50
Students chatting in the cafeteria 21/50
School classroom22/50
Small group classroom23/50
Japanese-style room24/50
cafeteria25/50
Kego Park26/50
School library27/50
Helpful teachers28/50
Shoe rack29/50
Boat trip30/50
lesson31/50
School hallway32/50
Genki Japanese and Culture School building33/50
Fukuoka city34/50
Touring the streets of Fukuoka35/50
Fukuoka city Ohoripark36/50
Seeing the city37/50
Private apartment38/50
Single bedroom39/50
Dorm room40/50
Studying together41/50
Christmas party42/50
Students at the dormitory 43/50
Student outings 44/50
Dorm accommodation 45/50
Cultural outings46/50
Study area47/50
Fukuoka City Tower48/50
Beautiful scenery49/50
Host Family50/50
Student opinions about Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka
4.6
Overall school rating of
Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka
Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka
45 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Facilities
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (12 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (17 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (8 ratings)
Students 50+ years (7 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Jayeong
15 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“1. Classes at the academy are conducted in English, and since they teach from the basics step by step, I had no major issues even though I only knew hiragana and katakana when I arrived.
2. Thanks to the warmth and kindness of the academy teachers, the overall atmosphere is bright. Even at this early stage of learning Japanese, I could freely ask questions despite my clumsiness.
3. Beyond classes, various activities keep time flying by. (Events outside regular classes: weekly exchange meetings, cultural experiences like visiting shrines, skating with Japanese university students)
4. The lobby was freely accessible, allowing me to complete assignments even outside class hours.”
2. Thanks to the warmth and kindness of the academy teachers, the overall atmosphere is bright. Even at this early stage of learning Japanese, I could freely ask questions despite my clumsiness.
3. Beyond classes, various activities keep time flying by. (Events outside regular classes: weekly exchange meetings, cultural experiences like visiting shrines, skating with Japanese university students)
4. The lobby was freely accessible, allowing me to complete assignments even outside class hours.”
“1. The schedule was available for review the previous weekend.
2. If a class size decreases to two students, the daily schedule will consist of three class periods.”
2. If a class size decreases to two students, the daily schedule will consist of three class periods.”
Insider tip: “Active participation”
Details of the review
Other comments: I was happy that even teenagers learning Japanese for the first time could learn it with enthusiasm.
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Feb. 2026 by Jayeong Jang
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sejin
14 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Well-run school system with friends from different countries”
“Nothing in particular, but students are overly English-speaking at school”
Insider tip: “Basic Japanese is recommended”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Thank you for all you've done.
Course: Standard Japanese - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Feb. 2025 by Sejin Lee
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Platon
16 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“In my opinion, teachers were very kind and high qualified. It was a pleasure for me to communicate with them. Also, students were very outgoing. It was really interesting to connect with people from other countries and learn something new about new different cultures.”
Details of the review
Course: Japanese Plus Conversation - 3 weeks
Review date: 14. Jun. 2019 by Platon Sidelnikov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michael
53 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very engaging teachers”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 6 weeks
Review date: 29. Apr. 2019 by Michael Peters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Tom
66 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Liked it”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2018 by Tom Newton
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Keita
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The relation with the teachers, though it is expected if we take into account the price of the course.”
Insider tip: “If you want to learn fast, this is not the right place. 2 months at this school are not enough if you want to learn something (and they are not cheap). But going somewhere else to learn faster will require more dedication.
A school like this, where most students are European, is not very open to Japanese students. I have missedbeing in contact with locals. Of course this depends on your social skills.”
A school like this, where most students are European, is not very open to Japanese students. I have missedbeing in contact with locals. Of course this depends on your social skills.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Not everything is perfect. Some things in the organisation are hard to understand. It is a school that accepts young students so some teachers should improve their methodology. But the teachers are eager to help.
Course: Standard Japanese - 12 weeks
Review date: 28. Nov. 2018 by Keita Ido Cornudella
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Oleksandr
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers, and special thanks to Demi.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 8 weeks
Review date: 24. Sep. 2018 by Oleksandr Zainulin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Megan
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I really enjoyed the lessons. They were really fun and engaging and the teachers were extremely helpful and friendly.”
Insider tip: “None”
Details of the review
Other comments: I thoroughly enjoyed my time studying in Fukuoka. GenkiJACS helped me find great accomodation and my Japanese improved despite just being there for 3 short weeks. I can definitely say that I am more confident with Japanese conversation due to the ample practice that I had in the classes there.
Course: Japanese Plus Conversation - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Jun. 2018 by Megan Sim
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michael
52 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very friendly and very competent”
Insider tip: “Explore Fukuoka”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2017 by Michael Peters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Klaus
64 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Organization, discipline and friendliness, air conditioning.”
Insider tip: “All learning and cultural offers”
Details of the review
Other comments: only good
Course: Japanese Plus Culture - 13 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2017 by Klaus Hummel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maggie
67 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The quality of the teaching”
Details of the review
Other comments: I would definitely recommend it
Course: General Japanese Course (Short-Term) - 1 week
Review date: 21. Oct. 2015 by Maggie Shore
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gabriela
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teacher”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 1 week
Review date: 21. Sep. 2015 by Gabriela Hoffmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Narutm
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Teacher”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 6 weeks
Review date: 17. Aug. 2015 by NARUTM EKSANGKUL
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Nina
38 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The class community was great. I didn't like the learning speed because we did too much grammar and too little conversation.The teachers should explain the grammar in English. In total it was not enough time and the pressure was too high.”
Insider tip: “Island of flowers Nokonoshima - great day trip”
Details of the review
Other comments: The teachers should adapt better to the class level. It would be nice learning easy phrases for daily use instead of focussing on grammar. Too specialized, not enough conversation course.
Course: Japanese Plus Pop Culture - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Nov. 2014 by Nina Fingskes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Clémentine
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Students coming from many different countries.”
Details of the review
Course: Teachers Course Individual - 3 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2013 by Clémentine Duringer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Max
19 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It's like a second house where you come and learn so much. The teachers are very good and also very friendly.”
Insider tip: “I just want to say that you should speak as much Japanese as possible. Even though you might not speak at that well at first, just don't be scared and practice!”
Details of the review
Other comments: I had such an amazing time here. The teachers, the other students and the people from Fukuoka made that possible. I met a lot of people from all over the world and a lot of Japanese people. I will definitely comeback soon, because I liked it so much and I want to speak Japanese even better.
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 6. May. 2013 by Max Rietveld
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Amanda
18 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers' energy! They were simply amazing, very nice and polite :).
I also loved the culture classes and how easy it was to make friends and such!”
I also loved the culture classes and how easy it was to make friends and such!”
Insider tip: “Yeah, be very thorough while reading a map, it is easy to get lost if you are not careful.
You should also ask for help with the way to the school and to where you live.”
You should also ask for help with the way to the school and to where you live.”
Details of the review
Other comments: It was the most amazing thing I have ever experienced! A lovely school with amazing teachers and Mai-san that helped me a lot! I'm in a loss for words so the easiest way to explain my visit is that it was simply amazing (and for the younger generation: Epic and awesome!).
Loved it!
Course: Japanese Plus Pop Culture - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Apr. 2013 by Amanda Söderblom
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Eva
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The relaxed atmosphere.”
Details of the review
Course: Japanese Plus Culture - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Nov. 2011 by Eva Erzen Winkler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sabet
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The atmosphere of the course and the school in general.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Nov. 2011 by Sabet Chloé
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Martin
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teaching and the laid back atmosphere.”
Insider tip: “Make most of the free extra-curricular conversation classes with the local students.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Jan. 2011 by Martin Dvorak
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Dimitra
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The staff is very friendly and helpful. They'll help you with anything and go out of their way to do so. Also, you get a free personal cup while you're there. You have a selection of beverages, microwave, DVD/Manga/bookselection you can rent or even keep (the books) for free. Also, you get flash cards, so you can learn all the vocab and Kanji quickly and, if your a woman, you get a personal alarm (not that it's really necessary but it's definitely reassuring).”
Insider tip: “Go around town at lunchtime to try all the delicious food (ramen, udon, ohagi, motsunabe) and just mingle with the Japanese, it's a unique experience. Don't forget to try the uncountable amount of sweets in Japan. The chocolat is quite delicious (and as a Swiss I have experience when it comes to good chocolate. ;)”
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Other comments: You can get a language exchange partner for free, if you ask at the school or mention it when you book the course. They'll find you a suitable Japanese exchange partner, so you really get to speak as much Japanese as possible.
Course: Standard Japanese - 10 weeks
Review date: 24. Aug. 2010 by Dimitra Kurath
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aurelie
25 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The spirit”
Insider tip: “Tabeodai, nomiodai, yatai and karaoke regarding the city, and visit of Kyushu, Takachiho, Yakushima, unforgettable for nature lovers”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 10 weeks
Review date: 11. Dec. 2009 by Aurelie Pentecote
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Piotr
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers.”
Insider tip: “If you have question or need help ask.”
Details of the review
Other comments: School is great for people who want to learn japanese in holidays and for those who want to study hard.
Course: Standard Japanese - 3 weeks
Review date: 6. Oct. 2009 by Piotr Milczarek
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Till
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good teachers”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Japanese - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Jun. 2009 by Till Späth
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Romain
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Really nice ambience. Good teaching in really small groups ( <6 ).”
Insider tip: “Friday night parties organised by the school.”
Details of the review
Other comments: No problem at all. Everything was done quickly and efficiently !
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. May. 2009 by Romain Gorecki
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Paul
15 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The ambient.”
Insider tip: “Visit Campaign”
Details of the review
Course: Japanese Plus Pop Culture - 3 weeks
Review date: 15. Nov. 2008 by Paul Neven Du Mont
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Esther
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers were very friendly and always understandable”
Details of the review
Other comments: very good memories, plus it was my first journey to Japan
Course: Japanese Plus Pop Culture - 4 weeks
Review date: 24. Oct. 2008 by Esther Bourret
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kathrin
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The atmosphere during class is very good. The teachers are so funny, but you still learn a lot.”
Insider tip: “Karaoke on every Friday evening is fun!”
Details of the review
Other comments: I recommend you this language school. Everybody is very nice and funny, so that it is fun to go to school. Together with the other pupils you can discover the city. It is an unforgetable experience!
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2008 by Kathrin Jülg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Jean Claude
37 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Every one was very kind”
Insider tip: “Ramen and tempura were very good and cheap”
Details of the review
Other comments: Be aware not to take two courses if you stay more than 2 weeks. 4hours/day is enough and let yourself time to enjoy your stay.
Course: Standard Japanese - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2008 by Jean Claude Phachanla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Nancy Haynes
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very very nice teachers”
Details of the review
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Genki Japanese and Culture School compared to ratings of all schools in Japan
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Genki Japanese and Culture School (Genkijacs)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Japanese teacher qualifications
- 40% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 60% male / 40% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Genki Japanese and Culture School and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2005
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Video game console
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Internship placement guidance service (paid)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 14
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
- An elevator is available for disabled students that connects all floors. Classrooms are barrier-free for easy access.
Additional comment about facilities of school
DVDs
Laptops for student use
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 30% |
| Germany | 12% |
| England | 12% |
| France | 12% |
| Switzerland | 12% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Netherlands | 2% |
| Israel | 2% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| China | 1% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 18% |
| 18-24 years | 32% |
| 25-34 years | 28% |
| 35-50 years | 12% |
| >50 years | 10% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 110Adult courses - Throughout the year: 150Junior courses - In summer: 40Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
- Minimum age of students
- 14 years14 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 15Adult courses Throughout the year: 10Junior courses In summer: 15Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
- Average age of students
- In summer: 21 yearsThroughout the year: 26 years
Information for all courses offered by Genki Japanese and Culture School
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- ¥18,000
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Individual lessons not available in June, July and August.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 8000 ¥. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 11 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 20 Mar 2026, 29 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 05 May 2026, 06 May 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 11 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 22 Sep 2026, 23 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 28 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Fukuoka Airport:
- ¥8,000 one way
¥16,000 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Fukuoka International Airport (FUK).
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - City tour
- Movie night
- Conversation practice with trainee teachers
- Free classes on the Japanese used in manga Adults - Paid activities
- - Tea ceremony and kimono-wearing: JPY 4500
- Calligraphy: JPY 4500
- Pottery: JPY 4500
- Weekly Friday night party: JPY 3000
- Day trip to Nagasaki: JPY 9000 Junior - Free activities
- - City tour
- Movie night
- Japanese card game workshop
- Conversation practice with trainee teachers Junior - Paid activities
- - Tea ceremony and kimono-wearing: JPY 3150
- Calligraphy: JPY 3150
- Pottery: JPY 3150
- Karaoke party
Accommodation
Private Residence 
In high demand!
6 ratings Single room, No meals 
Private bathroom
from
¥18,500/ week Show more
Private Residence
In high demand!
6 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥18,500/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 74000 | 92500 | 111000 | 129500 | 148000 | 160000 | 192000 | 16000 | 20000 |
| Price in US$ | 479 | 599 | 718 | 838 | 958 | 1,035 | 1,242 | 104 | 130 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
You will be with other students from the same school, Japanese University students, and others.
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥2,650 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes by public transport (average reported by 5 former students).
- Includes
- Phone, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
Homestay
For the summer, only limited places left!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
15 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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¥27,000/ week Show more
Homestay
For the summer, only limited places left!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
15 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
¥27,000/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 27000 | 54000 | 81000 | 108000 | 135000 | 162000 | 189000 | 216000 | 270000 | 324000 | 27000 | 20000 |
| Price in US$ | 175 | 350 | 524 | 699 | 874 | 1,048 | 1,223 | 1,397 | 1,747 | 2,096 | 175 | 130 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥3,860 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Dates
- High season dates: 23 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per day: 2200 ¥
Student reviews about Homestay
Heinz-Peter
"No own room, had to share with the 2 sons.
Private Apartment
7 ratings Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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¥40,000/ week Show more
Private Apartment
7 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥40,000/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 160000 | 195000 | 234000 | 273000 | 312000 | 360000 | 432000 | 36000 | 20000 |
| Price in US$ | 1,035 | 1,262 | 1,514 | 1,766 | 2,018 | 2,329 | 2,794 | 233 | 130 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 10:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 9:00-15:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥5,580 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 13 minutes walking (average reported by 7 former students).
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
Student reviews about Private Apartment
Alice
"I wish I could have had a water boiler :)
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from Genki Japanese and Culture School have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Genki Japanese and Culture School.
Questions and answers about Genki Japanese and Culture School
When students book a junior programme, can they walk around the city on their own, or do they always have to stay in a group with a supervisor?
“They can walk around the city on their own, but there is a curfew imposed by the city for minors (it is 22:00 for those under 18 years old and 23:00 for those from 18 to 19 years old) so they would need to be home by then. Usually homestays will have an earlier curfew as well, especially as the family will prepare dinner for the students.”
Jessica Carlson, Sales Representative from Genki Japanese and Culture School - Dec 02, 2024
Which visa do I need to study at Genki Fukuoka?
“At Genki Fukuoka, you have three options:
- Visa waiver (2-24 week course)
- Working Holiday Visa (2-40 week course)
- Student Visa (40 or 60 week course)”
- Visa waiver (2-24 week course)
- Working Holiday Visa (2-40 week course)
- Student Visa (40 or 60 week course)”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 26, 2024
When do I have to transfer the fee to the GenkiJACS school?
“Payment is requested 60 days before the start of the course.”
Oscar, Sales & Marketing Manager from GenkiJACS - Jan 16, 2024
I would like to attend GenkiJACS in Fukuoka for three weeks and then GenkiJACS in Tokyo for a fortnight. In that case, do I have to pay the school fees twice?
“No, the school fee is only charged once in this case. ”
Lisa Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 16, 2023
FAQ about Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka
My daughter won't be able to join the junior course. Can she join only the Saturday Cultural activities for two Saturdays?
“The school can't offer only the cultural activities. Students have to attend the course as well. ”
Mori , Admissions Officer from Genki Japanese and Culture School - Apr 16, 2024
During my stay, the school is closed one day for a holiday. Will classes be made up or refunded?
“If the school does not offer an activity as compensation or spreads the hours over the other days, the money for the missing day will be reimbursed.”
Lisa Schiwy, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 23, 2022
Is it possible to take a course at Genki Japanese and Culture School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Japanese”
Is airport pickup offered by Genki Japanese and Culture School?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Fukuoka Airport (8000 ¥)”
Which countries are students of Genki Japanese and Culture School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Genki Japanese and Culture School comes from USA with a 30% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and Germany (12%).”
Genki Japanese and Culture School offers courses for which ages?
“Genki Japanese and Culture School offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of Genki Japanese and Culture School
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:15
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Global With us | Tax registration ID: 00062090
Visa Documents
Nationals from Italy do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 6500 ¥
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This course offers a heavy emphasis on real-life skills and a full range of activities that you will find both useful and exciting.
Beginners should know the Hiragana alphabet.