Best language schools in Kobe (ranked based on student reviews)
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Lexis Japan is located immediately in front of Motomachi Station, in the heart of Kobe's business and entertainment district. It is less than 20 minutes to downtown Osaka, 45 minutes to the... More
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Get free advice from our language travel experts to help you find the best school for you.What our students said about Kobe
The atmosphere at the academy was wonderful.
South Korea
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Kobe
Location in Kobe, quality of education, teachers are very professioal
31 October 2018
Course: Intensive Japanese (15) - 2 weeks
Student age: 53 years
Netherlands
The teachers are fantastic.
I loved learning Japanese at Lexis. It was an unforgettable experience and I will do everything I can in order to go back in the future.
9 April 2018
Course: Intensive Japanese (25) - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years
England UK
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great atmosphere.
Great organisation, looking forward to going back.
6 April 2017
Course: Intensive Japanese (25) - 1 week
Student age: 37 years
Australia
Location location location and school environment
30 August 2016
Course: Intensive Japanese (15) - 3 weeks
Student age: 16 years
United States
Key Facts about Kobe
According to Mercer 2019, Kobe ranks 49 in terms of quality of life.
Population: 1,529,000
Time zone: +19h. (GMT +9)
Region: Hyōgo,
Currency: JPY (1 JPY = 0.0095 USD)
Name of city in Japanese: 神戸市
Kobe quality of life rating:
4.8 (12 reviews by our former students)
Visa: 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.
universities: 18 (rankings of universities in Kobe)
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 46,402 ¥
Average course price per week (Low season): 30,381 ¥
* 100 = prices in New York
- Student price index excluding rent:86* (14% cheaper than New York)
- Student price index including rent:115* (15% more expensive than New York)
- Price index food only:85* (15% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Japan average):375.92 ¥ (37% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 100 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz / 50 Hz
Map with location of Japanese schools in Kobe
Weather in Kobe
Arrival Airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 2 247,00 JPY, 60 minutes.
Main stops: Kansai Airport, Kobe Airport + Kobe Airport, Sannomiya(Port Liner)
Every 20 minutes, 2 247,00 JPY, 70 minutes.
Main stops: Kansai Airport Terminal 1, Kobe Sannomiya
Taxi: 25.933 ¥, 50 minutes drive to city center of Kobe
- New Zealand: Auckland International
- Australia: Cairns
- USA: Honolulu International, Los Angeles International, San Francisco International
- Singapore: Singapore Changi
- Canada: Vancouver International
