Tokyo city rating by our language course clients
12 language schools in Tokyo from ¥24,605 for a 1 week Japanese course
Japanese course types in Tokyo
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General Japanese courses
Universal Japanese language courses allow students to move up the different Japanese levels at a steady pace. With an array of options, students can pick the one that fits their schedule.- Learn Japanese & Live With Teacher - Tokyo (68)
- Japanese & Culture - Tokyo (36)
- Standard Japanese Courses for Adults - Tokyo (27)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - Tokyo (5)
- Language Year - Tokyo (5)
- Combi: Group + Private Courses - Tokyo (2)
- Conversation/Communication (1) - Only offered by Genki Japanese and Culture School
- Evening (1) - Only offered by ISI Career and Language Academy - Shibuya-Harajuku Campus
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Japanese exam preparation courses
Japanese exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the Japanese levels and gain an official certificate on completion.- JLPT Preparation Courses - Tokyo (6)
- Other Exams (4) - Offered by Influent
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Private Japanese courses
Weekly packages of Japanese one-to-one classes are very adaptable to the students specific timetable and can be taken virtually or inhouse. -
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. -
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 (8) - Offered by Influent
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Specialty courses Japanese
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the Japanese options students can take in the Specialty category.- Japanese Teacher Training (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- School Trips / Groups - Tokyo (1)
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Work & Study Japanese programmes
Students who are learning Japanese to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of Japanese classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement.- University (1) - Only offered by Influent
- Internship (1) - Only offered by Tokyo JaLS
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Tokyo ratings & reviews
What our students said about Tokyo
I've always liked Tokyo, but I have to say that my third time there was a bit of a disappointment. I had a lot more racist encounters than in previous years, the weather was unfortunately not so good this spring, but that's nobody's fault and the city has become even more expensive, like everything else in the world.
I found Tokyo very pleasant, even though the city is so huge and busy. I have never felt as safe in any city as I did in Tokyo, and I have travelled a lot.
Great city would definitely reccomend visiting it but would not reccomend living in the city as it becomes quite depressing after a while.
Transportation is more expensive than Korea, so if you go to a language school, I would recommend that you consider which area is cheaper.
What language school directors said about Tokyo
Tokyo will give you the chance to feel the Japanese language while enjoying the unique Japanese subculture, such as foods, animation, and games!
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Tokyo
Organized systems (I like the programs offered for my friends who are going to college).
Thank you!
9 June 2025
Course: Japanese Language Course Short-Term - 4 weeks
Student age: 37 years
Friendly teachers and staff and a familiar/open atmosphere. I had a super great host family who had a positive influence on my time in Japan.
29 July 2024
Course: General Course + Accommodation - 4 weeks
Student age: 19 years
Everyone was super nice and extremely helpful. You got to know lots of nice people and the lessons were full of information and didn't just scratch the surface as is sometimes the case in German schools.
I didn't expect to find such nice and helpful employees. I have only had positive experiences.
7 May 2024
Course: Standard Japanese - 11 weeks
Student age: 26 years
Super nice team - both in the office and the teachers. You can always get in touch if you have any questions or problems. I learnt a lot, even though it was only 2 weeks.
9 April 2024
Course: Standard Japanese - 2 weeks
Student age: 44 years
You are placed in a class with people who are at the same level.
7 February 2024
Course: Standard Japanese - 18 weeks
Student age: 27 years
Information about Tokyo
- Extremely clean city.
- Very safe.
- Good mix of modern skyscrapers and ancient
- Really exciting array of food.
- High priced, small accommodation options.
- Highly dense population.
Key Facts about Tokyo
- Price index excluding rent: 83* (17% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 71* (29% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:92* (8% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Japan average):437.62 ¥ (45% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 100 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz / 50 Hz
Weather in Tokyo
Events in Tokyo
March 2026Hanami is the cherry blossom season, a very important event in all of Japan. People gather in parks and gardens to gaze at the beautiful cherry trees and have massive picnics. The season is particularly pleasant in Tokyo with the city adorned in elegant little flowers: an event that really shouldn't be missed.
May 2026The main sumo wrestling event, the Sumo Grand Tournament is held in 4 mayor Japanese cities every year. It attracts thousands of fans, both Japanese and tourists with a passion for this singular sport uniting respect, honour and tradition. Tokyo hosts 3 tournaments every year, in January, May and September.
July 2026Also known as the Star Festival, this event is held every year in Tokyo at the beginning of July to celebrate the legend of Altair and Vega, two stars in love with each other who can only meet once a year in the Milky Way. Thousands of people parade in traditional, colourful costumes to dance, beat drums and plunge the city into a festive and joyful atmosphere.
July 2026Celebrate the traditional Japanese dance of Bon Odori. The event is held outside Ebisu station and offers food and drink stands.
August 2026The full name of this event which takes place every August is the Harajuku Omotesando Genki Matsuri Super Yosakoi Festival. It is a festival of the traditional Yosakoi dance, where troops of dancers perform their exuberant and colourful choreographies in a joyful atmosphere.
November 2026The Nitten is a Japanese fine arts exhibition that takes place at The National Art Center. There are 5 categories on display: Japanese Style Painting, Western Style Painting, Sculpture, Craft as Art and Sho (Calligraphy).
What to do in Tokyo
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 10 minutes, 25 minutes.
Main stops: Haneda Airport Terminal 1, Hamamatsucho
Every 60 minutes, 40 minutes.
Main stops: Haneda Airport Terminal 1, Tokyo Station Yaesu North Exit
Taxi: 15 minutes drive to city center of Tokyo
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 60 minutes.
Main stops: Narita Airport Terminal 2, Tokyo
Every 20 minutes, 65 minutes.
Main stops: Narita Airport Terminal 2, Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit
Taxi: 50 minutes drive to city center of Tokyo
Q&A - Questions about Japanese courses and schools in Tokyo
My son Wes would like to go to Japan to learn the language. He is 15 years old.
What can be done is, for example, study and live with a teacher at home at two organisations: Study & Live Tokyo or Influent Tokyo.
Online classes are also possible at Genki.”
I would like to attend a long-term course (half a year) in Tokyo. Do all schools in Japan offer long-term courses?
Is there a school in Tokyo with a programme aimed at University students?
If not, let me know. We can also check if you can follow a general Japanese course and combine it with some private lessons in which you can focus on University Preparation. ”
I am looking for a Japanese language school close to Akabane, Kita-ku, Tokyo.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Japanese Courses in Tokyo
I would like to learn about the Japanese Junior Summer Camp programme in August 2023. It will be a half-day or full-day programme for 2-3 weeks for 2 students aged 10 and 12.
Please tell me the course content, time and cost.
Please tell me the course content, time and cost.
You can click on the course name to see the time and cost of the course.
One-on-one lessons can be tailored to students' needs and interests.”
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