General Japanese Courses for Adults in Tokyo from ¥24,605 for 1 Week
| Offer! | $2,100 |
| $1,995 |
If the idea of studying Japanese in Tokyo is exciting for you, but also intimidating due to the idea of moving to such a large and hectic foreign city, then make life easier for yourself by living and studying with your teacher on Study & Live in your Teacher's Home’s home tuition programme might be the ideal solution.
Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world, but with the help of your host family you will learn the very best ways to move around this giant city, and also where to go to find anything that you’re looking for - because no matter what it is, Tokyo is sure to have it somewhere. If you’re looking for a culture that celebrates anime, video games, and manga then this is the place for you - but there is so much more than that.
All of your meals will be provided by your hosts on this full-board programme. Study & Live in your Teacher's Home asks that guests contact their Local Organisers working in Tokyo to resolve any issues they may experience during the programme.
| Offer! | $2,400 |
| $2,280 |
| Offer! | $2,700 |
| $2,565 |
| Offer! | $3,000 |
| $2,850 |
This course offers a heavy emphasis on real-life skills and a full range of activities that you will find both useful and exciting.
Beginners should know the Hiragana alphabet.
| Offer! | ¥58,000 |
| ¥56,000 |
| ≈ $357 |
Due to current availability for the course, culture lessons are held on Saturdays. Please check with your employer before agreeing to take the course.
The course cannot take place on weeks with public holidays.
| Offer! | ¥90,000 |
| ¥86,400 |
| ≈ $550 |
For those who are already in Japan and will not need a student visa.
Extra compulsory fees
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 2000 per week
| Offer! | ¥44,780 |
| ¥43,541 |
| ≈ $277 |
Extra compulsory fees
For both 6 months and 1 year courses:
- Visa application: JPY 33000.
- Admission: JPY 77000.
For 6 months (2 terms): - Materials: JPY 22000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 40000.
For 1 year (4 terms): - Materials: JPY 44000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 80000.
| Offer! | ¥92,625 |
| ¥91,844 |
| ≈ $585 |
There's no minimum age, but minimum requirement for short term course is middle school graduate.
Students studying less than 3 months and not complete beginners can start every month.
Levels A1/A2/B1 have lessons in the afternoon and levels B2/C1/C2 have lessons in the morning.
Prices includes materials and facility expense.
| Offer! | ¥39,875 |
| ¥38,982 |
| ≈ $248 |
The price listed includes facilities and equipment fee, tuition and study materials.
Compulsory fees:
- Entrance Fee: JPY 50000.
- Facilities Fee: JPY 20000.
- Consumptios Tax: JPY 75000.
Textbooks, folders and printed materials are included in the tuition fee.
The fees are paid through bank transfer once the school has confirmed receipt of the Certificate of Eligibility from the Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau.
Once fees have been paid, they cannot be refunded.
| Offer! | ¥30,154 |
| ¥29,647 |
| ≈ $189 |
Extra compulsory fees
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 2000 per week.
| Offer! | ¥46,250 |
| ¥44,938 |
| ≈ $286 |
For those who are already in Japan and will not need a student visa.
Extra compulsory fees
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 2500 per week
| Offer! | ¥45,900 |
| ¥44,605 |
| ≈ $284 |
Extra compulsory fees
For both 6 months and 1 year courses:
- Visa application: JPY 33000.
- Admission: JPY 77000.
For 6 months (2 terms): - Materials: JPY 22000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 50000.
For 1 year (4 terms): - Materials: JPY 44000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 100000.
| Offer! | ¥95,500 |
| ¥94,575 |
| ≈ $602 |
For those who are already in Japan and will not need a student visa.
Extra compulsory fees
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 2000 per week.
| Offer! | ¥44,780 |
| ¥43,541 |
| ≈ $277 |
Extra compulsory fees
For both 6 months and 1 year courses:
- Visa application: JPY 33000.
- Admission: JPY 77000.
For 6 months (2 terms): - Materials: JPY 22000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 40000.
For 1 year (4 terms): - Materials: JPY 44000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 80000.
| Offer! | ¥94,700 |
| ¥93,815 |
| ≈ $597 |
For those who are already in Japan and will not need a student visa.
Extra compulsory fees
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 3750 per week.
| Offer! | ¥25,900 |
| ¥24,605 |
| ≈ $157 |
Extra compulsory fees
For both 6 months and 1 year courses:
- Visa application: JPY 33000.
- Admission: JPY 77000.
For 6 months (2 terms): - Materials: JPY 22000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 75000.
For 1 year (4 terms): - Materials: JPY 44000.
- Facilities and management fees: JPY 150000.
| Offer! | ¥95,500 |
| ¥94,575 |
| ≈ $602 |
With Influent’s homestay language programme, you’ll step into an immersive world of Japanese, living and learning in your teacher’s home in the heart of Tokyo, Japan. This unique opportunity combines structured one-on-one lessons with constant day-to-day interaction in Japanese, helping you gain confidence and fluency faster than ever.
Outside of your lessons, you'll naturally apply what you've learned—whether over shared meals, during relaxed conversations, or through tailored local activities. From cultural outings to fun hobbies and excursions, every moment is a chance to deepen your understanding and make real-life connections in Japanese.
Influent carefully selects experienced teachers and welcoming host families, ensuring that each home provides a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for your language adventure. Discover the rhythm of life in Tokyo while building real communication skills that last a lifetime.
| Offer! | $2,100 |
| $1,995 |
| Offer! | ¥64,000 |
| ¥61,900 |
| ≈ $394 |
| Offer! | ¥77,100 |
| ¥74,345 |
| ≈ $473 |
| Offer! | €750 |
| €720 |
| ≈ $851 |
Tokyo is a city that mixes ultra-modern society and traditionalism, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. EF Tokyo’s General Japanese course offers 26 classes per week, and the opportunity to practise Japanese with local students thanks to the activities that the school organises.
The school is ideally located, being nestled among an abundant selection of sushi restaurants, arcades, and Tokyo metro stops.
A special feature of EF’s courses is the Special Interest Lessons, of which you receive 4 per week on this course. These lessons are catered towards the topics that you would like to focus on, such as exam preparation for example.
Get ready to soak up the impressive views of Tokyo from your sleek, modern classrooms, and all the cultural learning opportunities that you’ll be presented with.
| Offer! | €820 |
| €787 |
| ≈ $930 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
| Offer! | €880 |
| €844 |
| ≈ $998 |
| Offer! | €945 |
| €926 |
| ≈ $1,095 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
| Offer! | €1,015 |
| €994 |
| ≈ $1,175 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
| Offer! | €1,075 |
| €1,052 |
| ≈ $1,244 |
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

Reviews by former students who attended a Standard course in Tokyo

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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
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If the idea of studying Japanese in Tokyo is exciting for you, but also intimidating due to the idea of moving to such a large and hectic foreign city, then make life easier for yourself by living and studying with your teacher on Study & Live in your Teacher's Home’s home tuition programme might be the ideal solution.
Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world, but with the help of your host family you will learn the very best ways to move around this giant city, and also where to go to find anything that you’re looking for - because no matter what it is, Tokyo is sure to have it somewhere. If you’re looking for a culture that celebrates anime, video games, and manga then this is the place for you - but there is so much more than that.
All of your meals will be provided by your hosts on this full-board programme. Study & Live in your Teacher's Home asks that guests contact their Local Organisers working in Tokyo to resolve any issues they may experience during the programme.