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Meiji Academy Osaka School Osaka, Japan

10th Floor, Yotsubashi Building, 1-8-3 Shinmachi, Nishi-ku - 550-0013 Osaka - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Osaka is one of the top destinations our students liked most
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.

Meiji Academy Osaka is located in the heart of the historic and culturally rich city of Osaka, Japan. The school is located centrally near Dotonbori and there are several eateries, shops, supermarkets, amenities and links to public transport nearby.

Japanese Courses

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Standard CoursePopular Japanese course
20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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¥38,000¥36,100 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 38,000 36,100 76,000 72,200 114,000 108,300 152,000 144,400 190,000 180,500 228,000 216,600 266,000 252,700 304,000 288,800 342,000 324,900 380,000 361,000 456,000 433,200
Price in $ 228 456 684 912 1,140 1,368 1,596 1,824 2,051 2,279 2,735
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Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 38,000 36,100 76,000 72,200 114,000 108,300 152,000 144,400 190,000 180,500 228,000 216,600 266,000 252,700 304,000 288,800 342,000 324,900 380,000 361,000 456,000 433,200
Price in $ 228 456 684 912 1,140 1,368 1,596 1,824 2,051 2,279 2,735
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:00  - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
12 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Long-Term Course
20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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¥33,333¥31,667 / week
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Weeks 12 24
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 400,000 380,000 750,000 712,500
Price in $ 2,399 4,498
Weeks 12 24
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 400,000 380,000 750,000 712,500
Price in $ 2,399 4,498
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:00  - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Possible course durations
12, 24 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + Conversational Japanese
24 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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¥52,000¥49,400 / week
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Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 52,000 49,400 104,000 98,800 156,000 148,200 208,000 197,600 260,000 247,000 312,000 296,400 364,000 345,800 416,000 395,200 468,000 444,600 520,000 494,000 624,000 592,800
Price in $ 312 624 936 1,248 1,560 1,871 2,183 2,495 2,807 3,119 3,742
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 52,000 49,400 104,000 98,800 156,000 148,200 208,000 197,600 260,000 247,000 312,000 296,400 364,000 345,800 416,000 395,200 468,000 444,600 520,000 494,000 624,000 592,800
Price in $ 312 624 936 1,248 1,560 1,871 2,183 2,495 2,807 3,119 3,742
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:00  - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Standard Course + Japanese Business Manners
24 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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¥53,000¥50,350 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 53,000 50,350 106,000 100,700 159,000 151,050 212,000 201,400
Price in $ 318 636 954 1,272
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) 53,000 50,350 106,000 100,700 159,000 151,050 212,000 201,400
Price in $ 318 636 954 1,272
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:00  - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:10 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Meiji Academy Osaka School include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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Meiji Academy Osaka School

Accreditations and Quality seals
NAFSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Japanese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
55% male / 45% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, the school's administration fee will be refunded/waived if you have already attended a course previously at Meiji Academy Osaka School.
Year of school foundation
2026

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 4

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 16%
USA 12%
France 9%
England 8%
Korea 6%
Switzerland 6%
Netherlands 5%
Sweden 5%
Thailand 5%
Italy 3%
Spain 3%
Other nationalities 22%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 35%
25-34 years 30%
35-50 years 17%
>50 years 8%
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 50
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 50
Junior courses - In summer: 30
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
Minimum age of students
12 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Information for all courses offered by Meiji Academy Osaka School

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
¥19,000
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will remain the student's property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at ¥6,000. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 16 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 22 Sep 2026, 23 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 29 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.
In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 11 Jan 2027, 11 Feb 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 21 Mar 2027, 29 Apr 2027, 03 May 2027, 04 May 2027, 05 May 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 11 Aug 2027, 20 Sep 2027, 23 Sep 2027, 11 Oct 2027, 03 Nov 2027, 23 Nov 2027.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons made up. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 240 12
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 480 24
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 540 27
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 600 30
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 660 33
C2 Proficiency
The 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

Kansai International Airport:
¥30,000 one way
¥60,000 return (both ways)
Kobe Airport:
¥30,000 one way
¥60,000 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- City Tour
- Language Exchange Events
- Movie Night
- Board Game Night
- Sightseeing Events

Adults - Paid activities

- Tea Ceremony
- Taiko Drum Playing
- Tate & Iaido
- Kimono Experience
- Shamisen Playing
- Japanese Calligraphy
- Japanse Cooking Workshop
activity possibledistance from school
Baseball1.5 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking1 km
Golf4 km
Table Tennis0.7 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball0.8 km

Activity possible, but not organised by the school.

Accommodation

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
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¥26,000/ week
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
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.
Price extra night
¥4,700 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Bedding/linen, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, air conditioning, shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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¥42,000/ week
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Price in $ 266 531 796 1,061 1,295 1,553 1,812 2,071 2,525 3,030 139
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Week		 Deposit (refundable)* One-time fee
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Price in ¥ 42000 84000 126000 168000 205000 246000 287000 328000 400000 480000 -- 30000 22000
Price in $ 266 531 796 1,061 1,295 1,553 1,812 2,071 2,525 3,030 0 139
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Students will have to pay an additional winter heating charge.

Check-in
Sunday
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of ¥30,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of ¥22,000.
Price extra night
¥7,400 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), air conditioning, private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Share House
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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¥20,000/ week
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Price in $ 505 632 758 884 1,010 1,263 1,515 127 139
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Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
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 ¥22,000.
Price extra night
¥4,000 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
35 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), air conditioning, shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18

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FAQ about Meiji Academy Osaka School, Osaka

What is the best price for a course at Meiji Academy Osaka School, Osaka?
“Japanese courses at Meiji Academy Osaka School start at ¥31,667 for the Long-Term Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at Meiji Academy Osaka School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course, Long-Term Course”
Is airport pickup offered by Meiji Academy Osaka School?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Kansai International Airport (¥30,000), Kobe Airport (¥30,000)”
Which countries are students of Meiji Academy Osaka School from?
“Most students at Meiji Academy Osaka School come from these countries: Germany (16%), USA (12%) and France (9%).”
Meiji Academy Osaka School offers courses for which ages?
“Meiji Academy Osaka School offers courses for ages 12 to 99. The average age is 21 during the summer and 25 the rest of the year.”

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Terms of Meiji Academy Osaka School

First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:15
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: T8290001072250

Visa Documents

Nationals from Germany do not require a visa to study short-term courses up to 90 days.
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Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which are required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before the school dispatches the documents required for the visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
¥8,000
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
The school has 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 €180.
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