What we like about the school
- Excellent rating of teaching quality
- Top rated social activities
- Top rated school facilities
Kyoto JaLS
- Kyoto JaLS is looking within a short walking distance from the Shijo subway and Karasuma train stations in the middle of Kyoto City. The school's location makes for easy access to popular tourist destinations and neighboring cities and prefectures.
- Kyoto JaLS operated previously under the name .
- The language school Kyoto JaLS was founded in Kyoto, Japan in 2018.
- Address: Fukutoku Bldg.2F, 670 Tearaimizu-cho, 060-0002 - Kyoto, Japan (see on map)
- Legal name / parent company: CO&CO Co., Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 00586986
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by Kyoto JaLS
Our staff help students test their temperature everyday.
We also tell teachers, students and staff to wear masks, wash hands, gargle and keep social distance all the time.
We also tell teachers, students and staff to wear masks, wash hands, gargle and keep social distance all the time.
Accreditations and Quality seals
EaqualsFacilities
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
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:
1Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Course material:
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 4000 ¥ per course level.
Minimum age of students
- 14 years
- 14 years for specific Junior courses
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
Days without class
In 2021 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2021, 29 Apr. 2021, 23 Nov. 2021, 25 Dec. 2021, 31 Dec. 2021.
Japanese Courses
General Language
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 27000 25650 | 54000 51300 | 81000 76950 | 108000 102600 | 132300 125685 | 156600 148770 | 180900 171855 | 205200 194940 | 229500 218025 | 253800 241110 | 302400 287280 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 495 | 742 | 989 | 1211 | 1433 | 1656 | 1878 | 2100 | 2323 | 2768 |
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
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
Student comments
Shi Ngai: "I definately recommend JaLS Kyoto for anyone interested for Japanese Language lessons."
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Lessons per week: 21
| Max. group size: 8
45600 ¥ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 48000 45600 | 96000 91200 | 144000 136800 | 192000 182400 | 235200 223440 | 278400 264480 | 321600 305520 | 364800 346560 | 408000 387600 | 451200 428640 | 537600 510720 |
| Price in US$ | 440 | 879 | 1318 | 1757 | 2153 | 2548 | 2943 | 3339 | 3734 | 4129 | 4920 |
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.
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
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
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 36200 34390 | 72400 68780 | 108600 103170 | 144800 137560 | 177380 168511 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 332 | 663 | 994 | 1325 | 1624 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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).
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
2021: Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
04 Oct. 2021
04 Oct. 2021
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
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 36200 34390 | 72400 68780 | 108600 103170 | 144800 137560 | 177380 168511 | 209960 199462 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 332 | 663 | 994 | 1325 | 1624 | 1922 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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 07 Jun to 16 Jul.
Course B: from 19 Jul to 27 Aug.
Course A: from 07 Jun to 16 Jul.
Course B: from 19 Jul to 27 Aug.
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
2021: 14 Jun. 2021, 21 Jun. 2021, 28 Jun. 2021, 05 Jul. 2021, 12 Jul. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 26 Jul. 2021, 02 Aug. 2021, 09 Aug. 2021, 16 Aug. 2021, 23 Aug. 2021, 07 Jun. 2021.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021
07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021
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
Course Brochure
Summer Course (PDF)
Summer Course (PDF)
Summer Course B
Summer Course A 2021
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 32700 31065 | 65400 62130 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 300 | 599 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes the Standard Course plus 2 activities per week to explore Japanese traditional culture. Some of these activities include a tea ceremony, flower arrangement, calligraphy, karate, sweets baking, sushi-making…
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
General course schedule
3-4 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
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 27000 25650 | 54000 51300 | 81000 76950 | 108000 102600 | 132300 125685 | 156600 148770 | 180900 171855 | 205200 194940 | 229500 218025 | 253800 241110 | 302400 287280 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 495 | 742 | 989 | 1211 | 1433 | 1656 | 1878 | 2100 | 2323 | 2768 |
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...
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
04 Jan. 2021, 01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021
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
Work & Study
Lessons per week: 15
| Max. group size: 6
38950 ¥ per week
(Based on the price of 6 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 246000 233700 | 287000 272650 | 328000 311600 | 369000 350550 | 410000 389500 | 492000 467400 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2251 | 2627 | 3002 | 3377 | 3752 | 4502 |
Standard course plus 20 hours of internship experience per week.
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021, 04 Jan. 2021
01 Feb. 2021, 01 Mar. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 07 Jun. 2021, 19 Jul. 2021, 30 Aug. 2021, 04 Oct. 2021, 08 Nov. 2021, 06 Dec. 2021, 04 Jan. 2021
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 - 16:30
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:30
Exam Preparation
Lessons per week: 15
| Max. group size: 8
25650 ¥ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 108000 102600 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 989 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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).
Starting dates
2021: 08 Nov. 2021.
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 - 16:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 26400 | 52800 | 79200 | 105600 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 255 | 509 | 763 | 1018 | 145 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Price extra night:
4400 ¥
(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, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 14| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 32350 | 64700 | 97050 | 118240 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 312 | 624 | 935 | 1139 | 145 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
40 minutes by public transport
Includes:
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18
Single room, No meals
| Minimum stay in weeks: 4
From 66000 ¥ per month
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| 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 US$ | 636 | 636 | 763 | 890 | 1018 | 1272 | 1526 | 128 | 145 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
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.
Stays of less than a month are possible with payment of the full month's fee. Utilities are included.
Price extra night:
2200 ¥
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
40 minutes by public transport
Includes:
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18Student comments
Shi Ngai: "Accomodation arranged by myself, but same shared-house arranged by JaLS for other students."
Payment for accommodation must be received at least two weeks in advance of a student's anticipated check-in date. Because of this, students who need the school to book an accommodation on their behalf should book at least 3 weeks in advance.
As a general rule, students requesting a homestay accommodation must also use airport pickup service. Please book a flight arriving at either Kansai Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM) by 15:00 to ensure the smoothest check-in possible.
Kyoto Airport Pickup: JPY 4,200.
As a general rule, students requesting a homestay accommodation must also use airport pickup service. Please book a flight arriving at either Kansai Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM) by 15:00 to ensure the smoothest check-in possible.
Kyoto Airport Pickup: JPY 4,200.
Reviews
4.7
Overall school rating
8 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usLocation of the school
5.0
Organisation
5.0
Facilities
4.9
Social activities
4.7
Course quality / Progress in language
4.7
Value for money
4.7
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.3
Other
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What students liked about Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
지연47 years
“I really liked the studying environment of the school. Teachers were switched a lot so that I could experience different types of teaching which I loved it. They provide many courses that you have lots of course choices in your level.
The lounge was perfect place to making friends.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Accommodation
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: The text book they used in class was 'minna no nihongo'. If you have this book already, you should not buy new one.
Shi Ngai46 years
“Nice lounge where students, teachers, and staff can meet.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared House
5.0
Prices (PDF)
2021 Prices
2021 Prices
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Summer Course B
2021 Calender
Summer Course (PDF)
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Summer Course A 2021
Summer Course (PDF)
Calendar (PDF)
Spring Course 2021
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Other Japanese schools in Kyoto offering Japanese courses:
- What is the best price for a course at Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto?Japanese courses at Kyoto JaLS start at 25650 ¥ 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 Homestay 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, Summer Course, Traditional Culture Course, Travel Japanese Course, Standard + Internship
- What is the number of students per class at JaLS?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at JaLS varies from 6 students (Standard + Internship) to 8 students (Standard Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Kyoto JaLS?% of teachers at Kyoto JaLS hold a university degree.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Kyoto JaLS offers courses for which ages?Kyoto JaLS offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 0 during the summer and 0 for the rest of the year.
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