Japanese and Culture Courses in Kyoto from ¥70,260 for 1 Week

Japanese and Culture programmes are designed for students who want to improve their Japanese and learn more about the local traditions. The general Japanese lessons are combined with cultural activities such as culinary sessions, arts, literature, and tours of local hot spots in Kyoto.

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Kyoto city attractiveness as rated by our students:

4.8

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Reviews by former students who attended a Japanese & Culture course in Kyoto

Super invested staff; they make an effort to introduce you to people who have similar interests or experiences. The offer of activities is 6 days a week, and they are very good value. Transport is included in the price, and they make an effort to make a lot of pictures of everyone so you're creating so many nice memories! I wished I booked the entire autumn course (5 weeks) instead of the 4 that I did. You can enter at any level, and they check in with you to make sure you feel comfortable with the class level. But they also keep in mind that the energies match, so if you are a bit talkative in class and above your level, you might have to tone it down a bit and be a good student to prove your worth, which I actually appreciated a lot because it puts the masses above the individual. Also, the coffee was good.
I am a Jals student for life now!

10 December 2025
Course: Autumn Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 36 years

4.7| 34 reviews

MaartjeKyoto JaLS

The staff are very committed and approach the students, which makes contact easier.

4 June 2025
Course: Culture Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 55 years

4.7| 34 reviews

DietmarKyoto JaLS

The classes were small and the teachers were very competent.

10 April 2023
Course: Japanese Plus Culture - 4 weeks
Student age: 29 years

4.4| 16 reviews

SimonGenki Japanese and Culture School

FAQ about Japanese & Culture courses in Kyoto

How much is the cheapest Japanese & Culture course in Kyoto?

70260¥ for 1 week is the lowest price for a Japanese & Culture course in Kyoto. The average cost of a Japanese & Culture course in Kyoto is 50,800¥ per week..

What is the best language school offering Japanese & Culture courses in Kyoto?

Kyoto JaLS has received the best overall rating in Kyoto among all language schools offering Japanese & Culture programmes.

Which Japanese school offers the best rated teaching for Japanese & Culture courses in Kyoto?

Kyoto JaLS was rated highest for quality of teaching among schools with Japanese & Culture courses.