Osaka city rating by our language course clients
Overall4.5
Nightlife
6.0
Friendliness of locals
6.0
Interesting things to do
6.0
Geographic setting
6.0
Public transport
6.0
Safety
6.0
Climate
6.0
Cleanliness
6.0
Affordability
6.0
Shopping
6.0
2 language schools in Osaka from ¥43,541 for a 1 week Japanese course
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Japanese course types in Osaka
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General Japanese courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the Japanese language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.- Learn Japanese & Live With Teacher - Osaka (26)
- Standard Japanese Courses for Adults - Osaka (6)
- Japanese & Culture - Osaka (4)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - Osaka (4)
- Language Year (6-12 months) (1) - Only offered by ISI Language School
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Business Japanese courses
Learn how to shape your use of the Japanese language in the business world for a competitive edge in tasks such as negotiations, conference calls and presentations.- Business One-to-One (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
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Japanese exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific Japanese exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.- Other Exams (3) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- JLPT (1) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
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Specialty courses Japanese
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a Japanese language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category.- Japanese Teacher Training (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
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Junior Japanese courses
Japanese lessons for children and teenagers can be booked in school holidays and often come as a package, which includes accommodation, activities and excursions.
Information about Osaka
Why Osaka? Osaka is Japan's third largest and second most important city with a population of 2.5 million. Since ancient times, Osaka has been a gathering place. Located at the confluence of a vast web of busy river and sea routes, it naturally grew into a flourishing economic center and became the gateway to Japan for travellers and traders from all over Asia. It was here that Japan first met the world. Osaka was historically the commercial capital of Japan, and to date the heart of Japan's second largest (and the world's ninth largest) metropolitan area of Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto, whose population is 17mln. Osaka is traditionally considered the "nation's kitchen” or the gourmet food capital of Japan. Osaka was chosen to host Expo '70, the first world exposition held in Asia.
Key Facts about Osaka
Population: XL 2,754,000
Region: Osaka, Osaka-shi
Name of city in Japanese: 大阪市
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Japanese courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 05 May 2025 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Japan in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Japan on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
High season: July
Low season: November
Average course price per week (High season): 17,700 ¥
Average course price per week (Low season): 18,526 ¥
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
- Price index excluding rent: 82* (18% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 54* (46% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:82* (18% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Japan average):442.93 ¥ (45% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 100 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz / 50 Hz
What to do in Osaka
Nathional Museum of Ethnology
Sumiyoshi Taisha
Universal Studios Japan
Osaka-jo
Umeda Sky Building
Nanba Grand Kagetsu
Arrival airport
Kansai International Airport (KIX) - 37 km. from Osaka city center
Public transportation to city center:
Taxi: minutes drive to city center of Osaka
