
What we like about the school
- School café that serves freshly brewed coffee and local snacks available from morning to evening.
- iStudy Awards Winner 2019/2020: World Language School of the Year Japan.
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (5.0/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (4.7/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.9/5.0)
Location: Kyoto JaLS is a Japanese language school located in the vibrant and traditional city of Kyoto in Japan. This state-of-the-art school is close to public transport networks and surrounded by amenities, convenience stores, eateries, supermarkets and commercial shopping. Attractions and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the Museum of Kyoto, Kyoto Owl's Forest, the Kyoto International Manga Museum, Nijō Castle and much more. The Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and the Imperial Palace are also within walking distance of the school.
School facilities: Kyoto JaLS facilities are modern and well-situated in relation to the city's sites of interest. These modern facilities include several classrooms, a bookshop, a cafeteria and a student lounge. Free WIFI is also available.
Accommodation: The school is experienced in arranging both long and short-term accommodation for students throughout the year. They can supply options for homestay in local families, shared apartments, and private apartments, subject to availability.
Social and cultural: Kyoto is a city that is abundant with social and cultural activities. The school happily arranges many activities for students, which can include karaoke nights, dining at restaurants, watching movies, city tours, food tastings and much more. The school also frequently arranges excursions, including overnight trips to places such as Nara, Yamazaki, Kobe, Himeji Castle and more.
- Kyoto JaLS operated previously under the name .
- The language school Kyoto JaLS was founded in Kyoto, Japan in 2018.
- Legal name / parent company: CO&CO Co., Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 00586986
Japanese Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in ¥ | 33000 31350 | 66000 62700 | 99000 94050 | 132000 125400 | 161700 153615 | 191400 181830 | 221100 210045 | 250800 238260 | 280500 266475 | 310200 294690 | 369600 351120 |
Price in SGD | 320 | 640 | 959 | 1279 | 1567 | 1854 | 2142 | 2429 | 2717 | 3005 | 3580 |
The schools Standard Course is perfect for all levels of Japanese, from complete beginner, through to advanced students. No matter if you are studying Japanese for the first time, or if you have a lot of experience, the schools goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time, giving you many practical opportunities to speak in class-time and use what you learn each day. This course balances morning lesson time with free-afternoons for private study, activities or local events.
Students take 15 hours of small group classes in one week. Classes have a maximum of 8 students, and the small size and friendly atmosphere helps students to progress quickly in skill and confidence.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
03 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 05 Jun. 2023, 17 Jul. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 06 Nov. 2023, 04 Dec. 2023
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 02 Apr. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in ¥ | 59400 56430 | 118800 112860 | 178200 169290 | 237600 225720 | 291060 276507 | 344520 327294 | 397980 378081 | 451440 428868 | 504900 479655 | 558360 530442 | 665280 632016 |
Price in SGD | 576 | 1151 | 1726 | 2302 | 2819 | 3337 | 3855 | 4373 | 4890 | 5408 | 6443 |
This course combines 15 small group classes per week with 6 private lessons in the afternoon, ideal for students desiring accelerated learning and more opportunity to work towards personal goals and aims.
At Kyoto JaLS, they give you many chances to actually speak Japanese. It is no fun just repeating what the teacher says. The school want you to be thinking, “How do you say this, in that situation” during class time. No matter if you are studying Japanese for the first time, or if you have already started, their goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time. For efficient oral practice, this programme is for you!
You will take 21 Lessons in one week. Classes are not only taken place in the classrooms, but also out of classrooms to use it. From beginner to advanced, you will quickly level up.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
03 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 05 Jun. 2023, 17 Jul. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 02 Oct. 2023, 06 Nov. 2023, 04 Dec. 2023
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 02 Apr. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in ¥ | 41800 39710 | 83600 79420 | 125400 119130 | 167200 158840 | 204820 194579 | 242440 230318 | 280060 266057 | 317680 301796 | 355300 337535 | 392920 373274 | 468160 444752 |
Price in SGD | 405 | 810 | 1215 | 1620 | 1984 | 2348 | 2713 | 3077 | 3441 | 3806 | 4534 |
Autumn in Japan is already a special season, but the momiji period turns a city as amazing as Kyoto even more fascinating! Take the opportunity to study Japanese, while engaging in cultural activities twice per week in a wonderful scenery! The school organises activities on free afternoons (subject to extra fees).
The autumn of Kyoto is a wonderful season for experiencing the wonderful scenery of Kamogawa, shrine and temples, shrouded in the vivid colours of the autumn leaves.
Kyoto is stunning at this time of year, and the changing colors of the fall leaves reach the north of the country before the rest of Japan. Reds, yellows and greens weave together in a beautiful vivid display that you can enjoy within the city of Kyoto itself, or through exploring the local countryside. This October, you can enjoy studying Japanese in a refreshing and comfortable climate, find the space to focus on your studies, and enjoy the many delicacies that Kyoto has to offer in the autumn season.
The way in which tradition and modernity, and city and nature are interwoven are said to be characteristic of Kyoto.
In the autumn, many visitors can relax while touring the temples, shrines and Kamogawa river shrouded with the rich colours of autumn foliage.
In addition, it is a real pleasure to be able to enjoy the delicious food of autumn in Kyoto, a city of gourmands where food from all over the country can be sampled. The chance to study Japanese while enjoying delicious food and overlooking the Kamogawa river should not be missed!
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
02 Oct. 2023
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 01 Oct. 2023, 04 Nov. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in ¥ | 41800 39710 | 83600 79420 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in SGD | 405 | 810 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
04 Sep. 2023, 04 Dec. 2023
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in ¥ | 41800 39710 | 83600 79420 | 125400 119130 | 167200 158840 | 204820 194579 | 242440 230318 | 280060 266057 | 317680 301796 | 355300 337535 | 392920 373274 | 468160 444752 |
Price in SGD | 405 | 810 | 1215 | 1620 | 1984 | 2348 | 2713 | 3077 | 3441 | 3806 | 4534 |
This programme consists of 15 lessons of Japanese in the morning and two cultural activities per week. The rest of afternoons you can join the activities that the schools has prepared so you can socialise with your classmates from all over the world!
Course A: from 05 Jun to 14 Jul.
Course B: from 17 Jul to 25 Aug.
Summer is the best season in Kyoto so come and study Japanese and experience Japanese culture this year! Kyoto JaLS has prepared summer course for those who are searching for a fun summer programme.
In addition to taking 15 lessons of Japanese a week, and 2 cultural lessons and 3 activities a week.
Kyoto has many exciting events such as Gion festival, Gozan Okuribi, and other traditional festivals held in various places during the summer.
Preparation begins months in advance of the Gion Festival, which starts with the Gion music performance.
Kyoto comes alive with a variety of events in the summer. On the terrace called “Yuka(Floor)” which is built along the Kamogawa river, you can enjoy your meal while being feeling the cool waterside breeze.
Kyoto summers tend to be hot, which makes traditional ways of avoiding the heat all the more enjoyable!
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
05 Jun. 2023, 17 Jul. 2023
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 04 Jun. 2023, 26 Aug. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in ¥ | 33000 31350 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in SGD | 320 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Is this your first time in Japan? Then this is the perfect course for you! You will learn all the essentials to communicative effectively on your daily routine: ordering food, asking for directions...
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 02 Apr. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 132000 125400 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in SGD | -- | -- | -- | 1279 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Intensive classes designed to practice and train for the N2 and N3 levels. Students are expected to work a minimum of 3 hours on their own (self-study, homework and preparation for the following class). Students are allowed to use the schools facilities to study (from 9:00 to 21:00).
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan. 2023 - 05 Nov. 2023, 02 Dec. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
International Bank Transfer Lifting Charge: JPY 4000.
01 Jan. 2023 - 08 Jan. 2023, 23 Feb. 2023, 03 May 2023, 23 Nov. 2023, 23 Dec. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
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A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 240 | 12 |
A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 480 | 24 |
B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 540 | 27 |
B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 600 | 30 |
C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 660 | 33 |
C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. |
Kyoto JaLS

General school facilities
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in most classrooms
Heating in most classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms: 17Number of public PC workstations: 1Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age
Visa Documents
Accommodation

weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 66000 | 66000 | 79200 | 92400 | 105600 | 132000 | 158400 | 13200 | 15000 |
Price in SGD | 673 | 673 | 808 | 942 | 1077 | 1346 | 1615 | 135 | 153 |
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Stays of less than a month are possible with payment of the full month's fee. Utilities are included.
Share houses are a new and popular style of living for young Japanese adults and students. Students staying here will live with a mixture of Japanese and international housemates, so it is recommended for students who want to make friends in Japan and engage in a lively social experience.
Students have their own room but share other facilities, such as the bathroom, kitchen and living areas.
The minimum length of stay is one month.
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in ¥ | 26400 | 57200 | 88000 | 118800 | 149600 | 180400 | 211200 | 242000 | 303600 | 365200 | -- | 15000 |
Price in SGD | 270 | 584 | 898 | 1212 | 1526 | 1840 | 2154 | 2468 | 3096 | 3723 | 153 |
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Booking airport transfer is COMPULSORY with this accommodation option.
The schools homestay families are kind and ready to welcome students as part of their family.
Each student will have their own room but eat breakfast and dinner with their family each day.
The school will carefully match students to a family based on preferences and personal needs such as dietary restrictions. They hope that you can enjoy many activities and daily life with your host family.
Students selecting the homestay option must use their airport pick-up service.Their 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.
Be Part of a Family!
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in ¥ | 40500 | 81000 | 121500 | 162000 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15000 |
Price in SGD | 413 | 826 | 1239 | 1652 | 153 |
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Private apartments are fully furnished and include basic kitchen facilities. The school recommends apartments for students who prefer their privacy, and who would like to return home to a quite space. Apartments are located conveniently to subway stations and the city. The apartments are compact, but bright, clean and tidy, and make for an enjoyable stay.
Students selecting the apartment option must use our airport pick-up service, as their staff will need to meet you for check-in.
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Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto




FAQ about Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
- What is the best price for a course at Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto?Japanese courses at Kyoto JaLS start at 31350 ¥ 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 JaLS?The accommodation Shared House is the most popular among all our clients of JaLS
- Is it possible to take a course at Kyoto JaLS as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course, Standard Course + Private Lessons, Autumn Course, Culture Course, Summer Course
- What is the number of students per class at JaLS?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at JaLS varies from 8 students (Standard Course) to 8 students (Standard Course)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.