Fukuoka JaLSFukuoka, Japan
Co-working/co-learning space Q, Amu Plaza Hakata B1F, 1-1 Hakata Station Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku - 812-0012 Fukuoka - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Small class sizes
Venue: Fukuoka JALS is located in the Hakata Ward of the city of Fukuoka. Near to the port and the main attractions of Hakata Ward, once a city in its own right, the school is about a 10 minute trip by public transport to the main downtown area. Nearby attractions within walking distance include the Hakazakigu and Kushida shrines, the Shofukuji Temple and the Canal City shopping centre. The school is on a direct line to the Fukuoka Airport, and travel between the two takes 10 minutes.
Focused study: Fukuoka JALS is a school specialising in language learning for adults over 30. Classes are small and, in a group of like-minded students, learning can be quick paced. The biggest difference between this school and other JALS schools is that the curriculum and activities have been adapted thematically for adult students. The Fukuoka campus is small, with a maximum of 50 students at any given time, allowing for a more individualised attention to all students.
Getting around: The school is literally connected to Kyushu’s main train station, Hakata, so getting around Fukuoka and nearby destinations is simple. Both intercity and suburban trains as well as the subway all stop here.
Study Options: In keeping with Fukuoka JALS’ mandate of themed programmes adapted to adult students 30+, they offer short-term study options which include Standard Japanese, Business Japanese, JLPT exam preparation, and Language and Culture courses. The Language and Culture courses follow a season based theme, as well as general.
Japanese Courses
General Language
Standard Course
15 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
36000¥34200¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 3600034200 | 7200068400 | 108000102600 | 144000136800 | 176400167580 | 208800198360 | 241200229140 | 273600259920 | 306000290700 | 338400321480 | 403200383040 |
| Price in US$ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 899 | 1102 | 1304 | 1506 | 1708 | 1911 | 2113 | 2518 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + Private Lessons
21 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
62400¥59280¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 6240059280 | 124800118560 | 187200177840 | 249600237120 | 305760290472 | 361920343824 | 418080397176 | 474240450528 | 530400503880 | 586560557232 | 698880663936 |
| Price in US$ | 390 | 780 | 1169 | 1559 | 1909 | 2260 | 2610 | 2961 | 3312 | 3662 | 4363 |
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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:
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 06 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 06 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Autumn Course
15 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
44800¥42560¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 4480042560 | 8960085120 | 134400127680 | 179200170240 | 219520208544 | 259840246848 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1119 | 1371 | 1623 |
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Starting dates
2025: 03 Nov 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025
Additional information for all courses
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Culture Course
15 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
44800¥42560¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 4480042560 | 8960085120 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 280 | 560 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Summer Course
15 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
44800¥42560¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 4480042560 | 8960085120 | 134400127680 | 179200170240 | 219520208544 | 259840246848 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1119 | 1371 | 1623 |
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Starting dates
2025: 14 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
JLPT Preparation Course
15 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
62400¥59280¥
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 6240059280 | 124800118560 | 187200177840 | 249600237120 | 305760290472 | 361920343824 | 418080397176 | 474240450528 | 530400503880 | 586560557232 | 698880663936 |
| Price in US$ | 390 | 780 | 1169 | 1559 | 1909 | 2260 | 2610 | 2961 | 3312 | 3662 | 4363 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Fukuoka JaLS include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Fukuoka JaLS
Accreditations and Quality seals
Japanese teacher qualifications
80% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
55% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Fukuoka JaLS and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 4300-01-060485
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Business centre
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 12
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to reception
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 40
Throughout the year: 30
Minimum age of students
30 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 35 years
Throughout the year: 37 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 20% |
| England | 10% |
| Germany | 7% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| France | 3% |
| Sweden | 3% |
| Thailand | 3% |
| China | 2% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Spain | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 44% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 55% |
| >50 years | 15% |
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Information for all courses offered by Fukuoka JaLS
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 4000 ¥ per course level.
Comments about courses
International Bank Transfer: JPY 4000.
Schools typically use Flywire for payment. Therefore, if a student needs to use a bank transfer, the above fee will be charged.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 11 Feb 2025, 29 Apr 2025, 23 Sep 2025, 23 Dec 2025, 24 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 30 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 11 Feb 2025, 29 Apr 2025, 23 Sep 2025, 23 Dec 2025, 24 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 30 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
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:
7500 ¥ one way
15000 ¥ return (both ways)
15000 ¥ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Fukuoka and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Fukuoka page. For flight comparisons to Fukuoka, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Visa Documents
Nationals from China require a visa to enter and study in Japan.
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
No
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Accommodation
Standard Private Apartment ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, No meals
In high demand!
from
49000 ¥
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 49000 | -- | -- | 133000 | -- | -- | -- | 245000 | -- | 357000 | -- | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 322 | 874 | 1610 | 2346 | 99 |
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
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 15000¥.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
30
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
22800 ¥
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 22800 | 49400 | 76000 | 102600 | 129200 | 155800 | 182400 | 209000 | 262200 | 315400 | 26600 | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 150 | 325 | 500 | 675 | 849 | 1024 | 1199 | 1374 | 1723 | 2073 | 175 | 99 |
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
Students selecting the homestay option must use the school's airport pick-up service. The driver will accompany students to their homestay location to ensure safe and punctual arrival. Students under the age of 18 must stay with a host family.
Check-in
Sunday 9:00-21:00
Check-out
Sunday
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 15000¥.
Price extra night
3800 ¥
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Higher-end Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
from
150000 ¥
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 150000 | -- | -- | 241000 | -- | -- | -- | 437000 | -- | 633000 | -- | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 986 | 1584 | 2872 | 4160 | 99 |
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
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 15000¥.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
30
FAQ about Fukuoka JaLS, Fukuoka
- What is the best price for a course at Fukuoka JaLS, Fukuoka?Japanese courses at Fukuoka JaLS start at 34200 ¥ for Standard Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Fukuoka JaLS?The accommodation Standard Private Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Fukuoka JaLS
- Is it possible to take a course at Fukuoka JaLS as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course + Private Lessons
- Is airport pickup offered by Fukuoka JaLS?Yes. The school offers pickup from Fukuoka Airport (7500 ¥)
- Which countries are students of Fukuoka JaLS from?The highest Nationality percentage at Fukuoka JaLS comes from USA with a 20% representation, followed by students from England (10%) and Germany (7%).
- Fukuoka JaLS offers courses for which ages?Fukuoka JaLS offers courses from 30 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 37 for the rest of the year.
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