Kyoto JaLS Kyoto, Japan
Fukutoku Bldg.2F, 670 Tearaimizu-cho - 060-0002 Kyoto - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
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
- Top rated social activities4.5
- Top rated school facilities4.7
- You can combine courses at different schools of the same chain and the school will charge the inscription fee only once.
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.
Japanese Courses
General Language
Standard Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from42000¥39900¥ / week More
Standard Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
42000¥39900¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 42000 39900 | 84000 79800 | 126000 119700 | 168000 159600 | 205800 195510 | 243600 231420 | 281400 267330 | 319200 303240 | 357000 339150 | 394800 375060 | 470400 446880 |
| Price in US$ | 273 | 546 | 819 | 1092 | 1338 | 1583 | 1829 | 2075 | 2320 | 2566 | 3057 |
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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
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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Standard Course" at Kyoto JaLS
Bertram
"By not having private lessons, I had more time to attend after-class activities. "
Tino
"It was great, we progressed bit by bit. Now and then the homework was a bit much, but everything was doable."
Christa
"Very good course; I actually wanted another one with more conversation/less strictness"
Lilian Cristina
"Small group, excellent teacher "
Kevin
"I was very pleased with my placement."
Shi Ngai
"I definitely recommend JaLS Kyoto for anyone interested for Japanese Language lessons."
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + Private LessonsThis course tends to sell out quickly!21 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from68400¥64980¥ / week More
Standard Course + Private Lessons
This course tends to sell out quickly!
21 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
68400¥64980¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 68400 64980 | 136800 129960 | 205200 194940 | 273600 259920 | 335160 318402 | 396720 376884 | 458280 435366 | 519840 493848 | 581400 552330 | 642960 610812 | 766080 727776 |
| Price in US$ | 445 | 889 | 1334 | 1778 | 2178 | 2578 | 2979 | 3379 | 3779 | 4179 | 4979 |
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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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Standard Course + Private Lessons" at Kyoto JaLS
Malin
"The private lessons were a great decision!"
Hans
"The private lessons add a lot. I actually think you should include this as standard!"
Jasper
"I was able to use the private lessons very well as a supplement. The teachers even spoke to me personally and were always up to date on my test results, etc."
Ursula
"Can be combined very well with each other, recommended "
Luca Fiona
"The perfect combination for me. What you have learnt can be deepened and personal learning priorities can be better taken into account."
Additional information for all courses
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Autumn Course15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from50800¥48260¥ / week More
Autumn Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
50800¥48260¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 50800 48260 | 101600 96520 | 152400 144780 | 203200 193040 | 248920 236474 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 331 | 661 | 991 | 1321 | 1618 |
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2025: 03 Nov 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
03 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025
03 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025
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).
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 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Culture Course15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from50800¥48260¥ / week More
Culture Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
50800¥48260¥ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 50800 48260 | 101600 96520 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 331 | 661 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCulture courses are unavailable during seasonal course periods.
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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Course Brochure
Example Schedule Standard + Culture Course - Kyoto JaLS Kyoto, Japan
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Spring Course15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from50800¥48260¥ / week More
Spring Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
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50800¥48260¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 50800 48260 | 101600 96520 | 152400 144780 | 203200 193040 | 248920 236474 | 294640 279908 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 331 | 661 | 991 | 1321 | 1618 | 1915 |
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2025: 31 Mar 2025, 07 Apr 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
31 Mar 2025, 05 May 2025
31 Mar 2025, 05 May 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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Summer Course15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from50800¥48260¥ / week More
Summer Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
50800¥48260¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 50800 48260 | 101600 96520 | 152400 144780 | 203200 193040 | 248920 236474 | 294640 279908 | 340360 323342 | 386080 366776 | 431800 410210 | 477520 453644 | 568960 540512 |
| Price in US$ | 331 | 661 | 991 | 1321 | 1618 | 1915 | 2212 | 2509 | 2806 | 3104 | 3698 |
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2025: 02 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
02 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025
02 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025
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 02 Jun to 11 Jul.
Course B: from 14 Jul to 22 Aug.
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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Winter Course15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from50800¥48260¥ / week More
Winter Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
50800¥48260¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 50800 48260 | 101600 96520 | 152400 144780 | 203200 193040 | 248920 236474 | 294640 279908 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 331 | 661 | 991 | 1321 | 1618 | 1915 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 10 Feb 2025See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 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
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
JLPT Preparation Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from68400¥64980¥ / week More
JLPT Preparation Course
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
68400¥64980¥ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 68400 64980 | 136800 129960 | 205200 194940 | 273600 259920 | 335160 318402 | 396720 376884 | 458280 435366 | 519840 493848 | 581400 552330 | 642960 610812 | 766080 727776 |
| Price in US$ | 445 | 889 | 1334 | 1778 | 2178 | 2578 | 2979 | 3379 | 3779 | 4179 | 4979 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse 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 - 16:20
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Kyoto JaLS include
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Kyoto JaLS lounge1/18
Kyoto JaLS class2/18
Tea farm excursion3/18
Kyoto JaLS students4/18
Ceramics class5/18
Yukata 6/18
Osaka Castle 7/18
Fushimi Inari excursion8/18
Flower Arranging9/18
Kyoto JaLS lesson10/18
Naginata experience11/18
Students in Kyoto12/18
Exploring13/18
Excursions 14/18
Enjoying the city15/18
Seeing the city16/18
Learning about Japanese culture17/18
Seeing Kyoto18/18
Student opinions about Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
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Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
30 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Hans
67 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Small groups, very international. Nice support team that really does its best to connect everyone. (There were also Japanese who study English, who were paired with us, who study the other way).
The private lessons are highly recommended by the way. I didn't find the lessons themselves very interesting (see below), The private lessons were intensive, but they were exactly right. They were also flexible: part of the time it was just about what I had done or what was on my mind.
In the lessons, practically only Japanese was spoken at full speed. That alone, despite the negative points below, was good. Difficult at the beginning, "natural" at the end.”
“The rooms were relatively small. It was also a bit noisy for private lessons. It seems that I can't keep denying, and will have to get a hearing aid at some point :-(
Most likely because of my age (65+), the books used don't really appeal to me. The material is slow, the stories aren't really interesting. The books (Minna no hinongo), are also not really good in terms of layout (messy).
This is more criticism of the method than the school.
JaLS calls "Shadowing" a strong point. For me it was: everyone talks to the tape or the teacher at the same time. That doesn't work for me. I have to listen to the tape (good pronunciation) and to my own pronunciation, but I can't listen to the tape, 6 students who speak bad Japanese, and myself. Regularly arrived too late for the first hour to miss it. It was just annoying and tiring, and in my opinion didn't contribute to the learning process.”
Insider tip: “Just go for it. Learning a language is like a Japanese proverb: "If you collect dust, it will become a mountain".”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The private lessons add a lot. I actually think you should include this as standard!
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons [Japans] - 6 weeks
Review date: 12. Nov. 2024 by Hans Onvlee
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Luca Fiona
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I am so glad that I chose this school! I felt so well looked after and welcome here. Both the teachers and the staff were fully committed to their work every day and I have never had such a great learning environment, learnt so much and had so much fun. The immersive method is used, i.e. everything is in Japanese, but if you really don't understand something, you can of course get by with English. I enjoyed being there every day, as I said I learnt an incredible amount (standard course + private lessons), made great friends and am already planning to come back. I can recommend the school 100 per cent!”
Insider tip: “The Japanese Conversation Courses”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The perfect combination for me. What you have learnt can be deepened and personal learning priorities can be better taken into account.
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons - 12 weeks
Review date: 8. Jan. 2024 by Luca Fiona Schmidt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kevin
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I was very impressed with everyone at the school. They are a class act. Staff will be checking constantly to see how you are doing and staff visiting from other JaLS schools also walked around just to introduce themselves and to see how you are doing. I have only the highest regards for all staff and all sensei. I plan to return to Kyoto JaLS later this year.”
“There are absolutely no weaknesses in my opinion.”
Insider tip: “I wish I had booked private lessons too. I would suggest that to to others and will add private lessons the next time I enroll.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I was very pleased with my placement.Other comments: They are the best. I miss the school already.
Course: Standard Course [Japanese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. May. 2023 by Kevin Donnelly
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
지연
47 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“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.”
Insider tip: “The text book they used in class was 'minna no nihongo'. If you have this book already, you should not buy new one.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Feb. 2019 by 지연 이
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kevin
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I am very impressed with the dedication and passion of the teachers to be sure that the students would be as successful as possible. School administrators were equally helpful and supportive.
I have the highest regards for JaLS Kyoto.”
“There was nothing that I did not like.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons - 3 weeks
Review date: 24. Oct. 2023 by Kevin Donnelly
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Britta
48 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Everybody was very friendly and helpful. The teachers were very nice. They did not only make me feel comfortable using my somewhat rusty Japanese again, they even gave me great tips for travelling afterwards.”
“Some of the methods used seemed strange to me. Especially that shadowing thing every morning.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Highly recommend, I would sure go there again.
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Nov. 2024 by Britta Niggenaber
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Malin
19 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great teachers and staff who actively involve and support you! The school has a great location and is the perfect place to meet new people and focus on learning! Highly recommended!”
“There were none!”
Insider tip: “Private lessons and the Ikebana experience!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The private lessons were a great decision!Other comments: I'd love to come back!
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons [Japanisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Mar. 2025 by Malin Schuetz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Benedict
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice teachers, great atmosphere and a good working environment! I improved my Japanese significantly in the 5 weeks!”
“Sometimes there is still a lot of focus on shadowing and repeating phrases.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2024 by Benedict Böttger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Bertram
26 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers and the staff at the school were incredibly kind and welcoming. I felt very much at home at Kyoto JaLS.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: By not having private lessons, I had more time to attend after-class activities.
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 28. Jun. 2024 by Bertram Koch-Larsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lilian Cristina
52 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I like the school very much. I would like to go back to Kyoto or another JaLS location for a week or two next year!”
“Everything was good!”
Insider tip: “Sights in the city (especially the world heritage sites)”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Small group, excellent teacher Other comments: Very good concept
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 15. May. 2023 by Lilian Cristina Silveira
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Jasper
25 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very organized, great learning spaces, nice teachers, well structured and very personal interaction - great!”
“There are no refunds for activity costs even if you cancel a week in advance. Has happened several times.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I was able to use the private lessons very well as a supplement. The teachers even spoke to me personally and were always up to date on my test results, etc.
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons - 8 weeks
Review date: 28. May. 2024 by Jasper Blind
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Katrin
31 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Many activities are offered and organized, facilities offer space to study and relax, staff are super kind.”
“Quality of teaching depends on the teacher which switches a lot, struggle to place you in a higher course if needed.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course [Japanese] - 6 weeks
Review date: 30. Sep. 2023 by Katrin Seewald
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ursula
60 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good location/transport connections, very good organisation, very friendly staff/teachers”
“Very small classrooms, unfortunately normal in Japan. The maximum class size should not be eight, but six participants”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Can be combined very well with each other, recommended
Course: Standard Course + Private Lessons [Japanese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Feb. 2024 by Ursula Thamm
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Dana
32 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers were so nice and motivating. The size of the class is absolutely brilliant!”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course [Japanese] - 7 weeks
Review date: 23. May. 2023 by Dana Cozzatti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Monika
51 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very good organisation and level of teaching, very nice, helpful, competent teachers.”
Details of the review
Other comments: friendly staff, very nice teachers, good quality of teaching
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Jun. 2024 by Monika Matuszczyk - Piotrowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Yoojin
54 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It was nice to be able to speak English and Japanese together with various foreigners.”
“I was a little confused because there was no water purifier facility in the facility.
Wherever you go in Korea, you can freely drink water indoors... but here, you had to buy it from a vending machine.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 19. Sep. 2023 by Yoojin Lee
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Dietmar
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The staff are very committed and approach the students, which makes contact easier.”
Details of the review
Course: Culture Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Jun. 2025 by Dietmar Schledt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Donice
66 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“It is very friendly. The building is modern. The teachers are mostly pretty good.”
“The only downside is that in 2 weeks I had more than 5 different teachers!! They were all following the same general plan but I think it interfered with the learning process.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course [Japanese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Jun. 2023 by Donice Sousa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Tino
37 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“School was great, small classes and the excursions were also very interesting.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was great, we progressed bit by bit. Now and then the homework was a bit much, but everything was doable.
Course: Standard Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 13. Jul. 2023 by Tino Kaiser
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Christa
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very sympathetic, very good teachers with high motivational potential”
“Inflexible”
Insider tip: “Activities are a lot of fun”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good course; I actually wanted another one with more conversation/less strictnessOther comments: very pleasant
Course: Standard Course [Japanisch] - 8 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2023 by Christa Ritzinger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Nikkie
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I love all their after school activities. They were all amazing!”
“My class room was a bit stuffy. Better ventilation would help.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect!Other comments: Great school. I will join again if I have a chance.
Course: Winter Course [Japanese] - 6 weeks
Review date: 21. Mar. 2024 by Nikkie Ho
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Shi Ngai
46 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Nice lounge where students, teachers, and staff can meet.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I definitely recommend JaLS Kyoto for anyone interested for Japanese Language lessons.
Course: Standard Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2019 by Shi Ngai Wong
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Kyoto JaLS
Accreditations and Quality seals
Japanese teacher qualifications
80% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Combine courses at different JaLS chain schools and save
JaLS will charge their administration fee only once on your first booking.
Combine courses at these schools: Hokkaido JaLS (Sapporo), Nagoya JaLS (Nagoya), Fukuoka JaLS (Fukuoka). Just mention in the comments field of our online registration form that you have also booked classes at another school from the chain.
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Kyoto JaLS and you book here.
Kyoto JaLS operated previously under the name
Year of school foundation
2018
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Lockers
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in most classrooms
Heating in most classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 17
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 20% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Switzerland | 8% |
| Other nationalities | 62% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 29% |
| 25-34 years | 38% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 13% |
The average age outside summer is 12 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 30 years
Information for all courses offered by Kyoto 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 8000 ¥ per course level.
Comments about courses
International Bank Transfer Lifting Charge: JPY 4000.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 11 Feb 2025, 23 Feb 2025, 24 Feb 2025, 20 Mar 2025, 29 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 06 May 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 11 Feb 2025, 23 Feb 2025, 24 Feb 2025, 20 Mar 2025, 29 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 06 May 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 22 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 22 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.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Organized at the school:
- Movies
- Game nights
- International parties
- Movies
- Game nights
- International parties
Adults - Paid activities
Tour Activities:
- Nara
- Yamazaki
- Kobe
Food activites:
- Sushi restaurants
- Matcha desserts
- Local Kansai specialties
- "secret" noodle stores
Culture activities:
- Tea ceremony
- Kimono
- Kendo
- Sushi making
- Fan & seal printing
- Nara
- Yamazaki
- Kobe
Food activites:
- Sushi restaurants
- Matcha desserts
- Local Kansai specialties
- "secret" noodle stores
Culture activities:
- Tea ceremony
- Kimono
- Kendo
- Sushi making
- Fan & seal printing
Accommodation
Shared House 
In high demand!
11 ratings Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
from
72000 ¥/ week Show more
Shared House
In high demand!
11 ratings
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
72000 ¥/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 72000 | 72000 | 72000 | 72000 | 88000 | 105600 | 122400 | 139200 | 172800 | 206400 | 16800 | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 493 | 493 | 493 | 493 | 602 | 723 | 838 | 953 | 1182 | 1412 | 115 | 103 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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.
Check-in
Sunday 9:00-17:00
Check-out
Saturday
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
2400 ¥
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
26 minutes by public transport (average reported by 7 former students).
Includes
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Student comments about Shared House
Malin
"Unfortunately, the kitchen was dirty and the rooms themselves were very cold. Otherwise, the accommodation was great!
Hans
"No meals.
Always ate outside, in places where mainly Japanese people came. That always gave an opportunity to use the language as well
Monika
"The appearance of the room does not correspond to the one shown in the photos, no window (!) - i.e. directly outside the window wall, no access to daylight, room size 6 m2. Very basic furnishings.
Jasper
"Sharehouse, room with stove and balcony
Tino
"Location was great but unfortunately the room was quite small at 7m², also there was no bed but only futons. The only piece of furniture was a small table, no wardrobe or storage available for clothes. The common room and kitchen were great. Unfortunately after 2 weeks a shower broke down so there was only 1 shower for everyone. There was a replacement shower, but after a week the hot water stopped working, so you could only take a cold shower.
Shi Ngai
"Accommodation arranged by myself, but same shared-house arranged by JaLS for other students.
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
8 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
26400 ¥/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
8 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
26400 ¥/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 26400 | 57200 | 88000 | 118800 | 149600 | 180400 | 211200 | 242000 | 303600 | 365200 | 30800 | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 181 | 392 | 602 | 813 | 1024 | 1234 | 1445 | 1656 | 2077 | 2499 | 211 | 103 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Booking airport transfer is COMPULSORY with this accommodation option:
Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Saturday
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
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, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Student comments about Homestay
Dietmar
"The host mother looked after me like my grandma used to.
Nikkie
"My initial accommodation was a homestay but it did not work out so I arranged to move to a hotel later on. Despite this little hiccups occurred, I was happy being able to join this school.
Luca Fiona
"I can recommend it to everyone! It's a great way to experience everyday Japanese family life, home-cooked food and everyday language.
Christa
"Hostess very pleasant, charming, informed, helpful, even beyond the call of duty.
Private apartment
1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
40000 ¥/ week Show more
Private apartment
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
40000 ¥/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 40000 | -- | -- | 155000 | 195000 | 235000 | 275000 | 315000 | 395000 | 475000 | 40000 | 15000 |
| Price in US$ | 274 | 1061 | 1334 | 1608 | 1882 | 2155 | 2702 | 3250 | 274 | 103 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Please note that the above facilities may vary by accommodation.
Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Saturday
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
45 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
19
Student comments about Private apartment
Britta
"There were some things not provided that I would definitely expect in an apartment rented out for short term use. There were no cooking utensils, not even a single pot, nor were there any cups or glasses. I had to go and buy my own shower curtain, which was extremely hard to get rid of afterwards, given the Japanese garbage disposal system. I also was expected to clean the room when moving out. No problem as such, but again, there were no cleaning supplies like a vacuum cleaner or even a broom. On the other hand there were things provided that I would expect in a hotel, like shampoo, conditioner an body soap. That was a little random in my opinion.
Questions and answers about Kyoto JaLS
Does the school also offer Japanese lessons at the weekend?
“No, sorry, we don't have Japanese lessons on weekends. But we have an English and Asian language school, mainly for Japanese students, so we open the school on weekends as well. It's a good opportunity to meet Japanese students :)”
Haruka, Adminstration from Kyoto JaSL - Nov 08, 2024
How to get from accommodation to school by transportation.
“It depends on the location, but students usually use Bus, subway, train or walk.”
Haruka, from JaLS,Kyoto - Oct 22, 2024
I am an absolute beginner. Do I have to learn the Japanese alphabet first?
“It will be easier for you in class if you learn hiragana and katakana in advance.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 17, 2024
My 17 year old son is interested in a language course in the summer. Can he take the beginners course in Kyoto?
“Since he is only 17 years old, we cannot accept him for age reasons. Kyoto JaLS only accepts students aged 18 and over.
However, our Hokkaido JaLS can also accommodate students aged 14 and over! Summer in Hokkaido is truly beautiful and we are sure to enjoy delicious food and stunning nature.”
However, our Hokkaido JaLS can also accommodate students aged 14 and over! Summer in Hokkaido is truly beautiful and we are sure to enjoy delicious food and stunning nature.”
Haruka, from JaLS GROUP - May 16, 2024
I was wondering if I can live with my friend in apartment who doesn't take classes (if my friend pays extra utilities).
“Whether your friends study here or not, if you stay in the same room together, the price is different from the size of a regular room.
So if you're really planning to stay together, we can check availability and quote.”
So if you're really planning to stay together, we can check availability and quote.”
Haruka, from JaLS,Kyoto - Apr 29, 2024
Can the school arrange an airport transfer from Osaka for me?
“Yes, the school can arrange a transfer from Osaka airport, but only if the student has booked school accommodation.”
Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 29, 2023
Can I choose the location of my accommodation to be close to the school?
“All accommodation options are located at least 25 minutes by public transport from the school. You can request accommodation as close to the school as possible, but rooms in Kyoto sell out very quickly and the school cannot guarantee a given distance or location of accommodation until 1 week before the course starts. If you want to stay in a particular area, the best option would be to book accommodation on your own.”
Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 29, 2023
Is it possible to cycle to my school from my host family?
“It takes an average of one hour to get from a host family to Kyoto JaLS by bicycle. We do not recommend coming to school by bicycle.”
Yosuke, Administration from JaLS - Nov 21, 2023
Is there a gym near the school?
“There are several gyms less than 10 minutes' walk from the school.”
Yosuke, ad from JaLS - Nov 21, 2023
I would like to book a taxi to my host family, not from the airport, but from the accommodation where I will be staying before going to my host family. Is that possible?
“JaLS can only arrange a pick-up taxi from the airport, but there are certainly other taxis you can book yourself for this trip. ”
Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 12, 2023
FAQ about Kyoto JaLS, Kyoto
If I have zero knowledge of Japanese, will I be able to understand the teacher during the lessons at school?
“In zero-level groups, learning is based on visual images. Teachers explain the material using pictures, objects, drawings, gestures, pantomime, etc.”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 20, 2023
I am looking to book accommodation with a host family. Is there internet access where I will be staying?
“In the case of a homestay, many homes are equipped with internet access. However, there are also homes that have a good connection from the living room, although not always in the bedroom.”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
What are the amenities and furnishings in the place where I will live?
“All accommodation types will provide a bed with bedding and a study table. Everything else depends on the type of accommodation you choose. You can find all the information you need on the accommodation page.”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
A few weeks before I start my course, I will receive information about my host family. So I want to get in touch with them before I arrive and discuss some things with them. How quickly do Japanese families respond to emails?
“Sometimes families need some time to respond to a letter, but usually they try to respond as soon as possible. ”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
If I book the course, is there a chance to get details of the course management (Director of Studies, Headteacher) who supports the students with practical matters when they are in Kyoto?
“After confirming your booking, we will send the student an enrolment letter with all the details of the school and contact details of the school staff. Also, a student handout will be sent, with all the necessary information before course starts. ”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 31, 2023
I'm aware that before I start classes, my Japanese could be improved, and reach a different level than it is now. Would I need to take a test before registering?
“Usually we send the placement test one or two months before the entry after your course application.
”
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Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 31, 2023
Terms of Kyoto JaLS
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
CO&CO Co., Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 00586986
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA 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
No
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.
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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.