Japanese school in Sapporo: Hokkaido JaLS
- School café that serves freshly brewed coffee and local snacks available from morning to evening.
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.8/5.0)
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.8/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (4.6/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.6/5.0)
Location: Hokkaido JaLS Sapporo is a Japanese language school located in the city of Sapporo, on the island of Hokkaido, Japan. The largest city on the island, Sapporo has much to offer visitors concerning nature, culture, activities and festivities. The Hokkaido JaLs Sapporo school is housed in the heart of Downtown Sapporo, surrounded by shops, supermarkets, eateries and several attractions and sites of interest. Such places of interest include the Sapporo Clock Tower, the Botanic Garden Hokkaido University, the Sapporo Stellar Place shopping mall, the Sapporo TV Tower, and Nijo Market.
School facilities: The school has modern facilities that contain several classrooms with bright designs and natural lighting, a seminar room, a private study room, a bookshop and a cafe.
Getting around: The school is within a 5-minute walk from Sapporo station and Ōdōri Station, offering various methods of transport around the city. The closest tram station to the school is also just a moment's walk away.
Accommodation: The school is experienced in arranging accommodation for students throughout the year. They can supply options for homestay in local families, shared apartments, and private apartments, subject to availability.
Social and cultural: Hokkaido JaLS Sapporo has a varied social plan for students to enjoy. Activities can range from outdoor, social, food-oriented and tour activities. Social activities include popular events such as karaoke and movie nights, local city tours, going out to restaurants, international parties and much more. Day and overnight-stay trips may include Otaru, Furano, Niseko, Noboribetsu Hot Springs, the Hokuryucho Sunflower Village and more.
- The language school Hokkaido JaLS was founded in Sapporo, Japan in 2012.
- Legal name / parent company: CO&CO Co., Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 00586986
Japanese Courses
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Price at School Our price | 36000 34200 | 72000 68400 | 108000 102600 | 144000 136800 | 176400 167580 | 208800 198360 | 241200 229140 | 273600 259920 | 306000 290700 | 338400 321480 | 403200 383040 |
Standard Course is perfect for all levels of Japanese, from complete beginner, through to advanced students.
The goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time, giving you many practical opportunities to speak in class-time and use what you learn each day.
This course balances morning lesson time with free-afternoons for private study, activities or local events.
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price in ¥ | 36000 34200 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Is this your first time in Japan? Then this is the perfect course for you! You will learn all the essentials to communicative effectively on your daily routine: ordering food, asking for directions...
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price at School Our price | 62400 59280 | 124800 118560 | 187200 177840 | 249600 237120 | 305760 290472 | 361920 343824 | 418080 397176 | 474240 450528 | 530400 503880 | 586560 557232 | 698880 663936 |
This course combines 15 small group classes per week with 6 private lessons in the afternoon, ideal for students desiring accelerated learning and more opportunity to work towards personal goals and aims.
No matter if you are studying Japanese for the first time, or if you have already started, the goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time.
You will take 21 Lessons in one week, a mix between standard lessons and private lessons. Classes not only take place in the classrooms but also out of classrooms to use it.
For efficient oral practice, this programme is for you.
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
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Price in ¥ | 44800 42560 | 89600 85120 | 134400 127680 | 179200 170240 | 219520 208544 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Enjoy the momiji in Sapporo! With this course, not only will you study Japanese, but you will also enjoy two cultural activities per week. On your free afternoons, you can join the activities organised by the school (fees not included) and socialise with your classmates from all over the world!
Hokkaido is stunning in autumn, reds, yellows and greens weave together in a beautiful vivid display that you can enjoy within the city of Sapporo itself, or through exploring the local countryside.
In October, you can enjoy studying Japanese in a refreshing and comfortable climate, find the space to focus on your studies, and enjoy the many delicacies that Hokkaido has to offer in the autumn season.
The advantage of Hokkaido in Autumn
You can see the vivid reds, yellows and greens of fall leaves in many local places.?Within?Sapporo?city?itself,?but?also?within?the?local?countryside,?the?scenes?are?spectacular and attract visitors from all over the country.
The climate in Hokkaido autumn is also refreshing and cool. It’s the best season for many sports, activities and studies as the weather is cool enough to be active, yet still fine enough to spend long days outside. The seasonal food in Hokkaido is also delicious! Hokkaido boasts many local seasonal ingredients in the autumn, such as local salmon, oyster, crab, potato, pumpkin and so many more!
There’s so much to choose from!
07 Oct 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price in ¥ | 44800 42560 | 89600 85120 | 134400 127680 | 179200 170240 | 219520 208544 | 259840 246848 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Spring is an amazing time to visit Sapporo! With this programme, you'll have Japanese classes in the morning and twice per week you'll participate in cultural activities organized by the school to make the most of your stay in Japan! But the rest of your afternoons won't be wasted: the school has organised plenty of fun activities (an extra will be charged for these).
There are many special things that can only be found in Japan. Beautiful sakura, rich traditional culture, and delicious food are all waiting for you here in Sapporo. Why not join us at Hokkaido JaLS, make new friends, and a new place to call your own?With a variety of activities, fun classes, as well as warm, supportive, and welcome teachers and staff, there is never a dull moment at JaLS. We hope that you will join our family this spring!
The advantage of Hokkaido in Spring
In Sapporo, Spring means that cherry and plum blossoms will flower at the same time. Throughout Japan, this is unusual, and this unique beauty is only seen in Hokkaido and Tohoku. It’s a really special experience. In addition, in the mountains around Sapporo you can enjoy Spring skiing and snowboarding because the snow remains until late in the year. This incredible contrast of warm and cool weather, snow and fresh flowers makes Spring in Hokkaido particularly beautiful.
01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
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Price in ¥ | 44800 42560 | 89600 85120 | 134400 127680 | 179200 170240 | 219520 208544 | 259840 246848 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Sapporo's summer is cool which means you'll be able to concentrate on your studies at the same time that you experience the authentic Japanese lifestyle! You'll have classes in the morning, two cultural activities per week and the rest of the afternoons will be filled with social activities (an extra will be charged for these) organised by the school.
Course A: from 03 Jun to 12 Jul.
Course B: from 15 Jul to 23 Aug.
Summer is the best season in Hokkaido, great to study Japanese and experience Japanese culture.
Hokkaido JaLS has prepared summer course for those who are searching for a fun summer program.
Course A description
If you want to experience Japanese pop culture we would recommend the Summer Course A for you. On June we are going to go to a big manga and anime festival. To experiencing the nature and traditional Japanese culture we have prepared lots of activities that change every week. Let’s enjoy the Hokkaido’s summer which is cool and enjoyable.
Course B description
We recommend the Summer course B if you want to see Furanos famous lavender fields that are a popular tourist destination for Japanese as well. On July let’s go and see the lavender fields that are in full bloom. In six weeks you can enjoy Japans summer, cultural experiences and activities that change every week.
03 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price in ¥ | 44800 42560 | 89600 85120 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme includes the Standard Course plus 2 activities per week to explore Japanese traditional culture. Some of these activities include: Tea ceremony, flower arrangement, calligraphy, karate, sweets baking, sushi making…
Culture includes Tea Ceremony, Calligraphy, Kimono, Japanese Food, Japanese garden, a visit to a shrine and much more.
Even if you take this course for a month, you can take different classes every time. Teachers will kindly take you through, so you can join no matter the level of your Japanese.
04 Mar 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price in ¥ | 44800 42560 | 89600 85120 | 134400 127680 | 179200 170240 | 219520 208544 | 259840 246848 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Is this your first time in Japan? Then this is the perfect course for you! You will learn all the essentials to communicative effectively on your daily routine: ordering food, asking for directions...
Winter is the most unique season in Hokkaido, the amount of snow is unbelievable! After 3 hours of Japanese study every morning we have prepared many different cultural experiences and winter activities for you to enjoy. Come and enjoy everything winter in Sapporo has to offer with classmates from all over the world!
The advantage of Hokkaido in Winter
Winter is a wonderful time to visit Sapporo. The streets are covered in mountains of beautiful snow, allowing for many exciting winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing, all within the city limits. After, enjoy a soak in one of the many famous hot springs. From February, the largest Snow Festival in Japan is held, The Sapporo Snow Festival. People from all around the world come to see the giant sculptures carved in snow, and enjoy the winter activities and food. Even in winter, you can conveniently get around the city via the underground subway system, so you won’t miss any of the winter excitement!
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
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Price at School Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 295800 281010 | 341700 324615 | 387600 368220 | 433500 411825 | 479400 455430 | 571200 542640 |
You will take 15 Lessons and have 20 hours of internship experiences in one week.
The Hokkaido JaLS Internship Program (Internship Program) is a unique combination of language learning and work experience that guarantees to prepare you for employment in an international environment and offer life changing opportunities in Japan.Our commitment to you is simple.
We will Engage you in active learning and practical work experience. Equip you with the language and business skills you need to be successful in an international environment. Support you to have the best experience possible. Release your potential and confidence.
Our Standard ? Internship Course promises to support you through
- A full company induction and access to training relevant to your role, including an Intern Orientation Day.
- Support for your personal development from an experienced Line Manager. Tailored workshops on writing a resume, applications and interview skills in Japan and overseas.
- Insight into a real Japanese business environment, and the wider educational sector.
- Opportunity to build a network of colleagues within the sector.
- Chance to be a part of our intern led development boards and organize additional events.
- Access to our internal vacancy lists.
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 144000 136800 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Intensive classes designed to practice and train for the N2 and N3 levels. Students are expected to work a minimum of 3 hours on their own (self-study, homework and preparation for the following class). Students are allowed to use the schools facilities to study (from 9:00 to 21:00).
The course is a preparatory for passing JLPT N2 or N3 levels.
This course is especially targeted for students coming from countries where kanjis are not used. In four weeks you will do kanji, grammar, reading comprehension and listening comprehension practices.
Before coming to Japan there will be a Japanese level test that will measure your level in Japanese.
At the day of the course completion you will do one more test to see if you have reached your goals and to find out the results of studying for four weeks.
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:20
Information for all courses offered by Hokkaido JaLS
Mandatory bank fee of JPY 4000.
01 Jan 2024 - 07 Jan 2024, 23 Feb 2024, 03 May 2024, 23 Sep 2024, 21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Hokkaido JaLS
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 14Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
30000 ¥ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Accommodation
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Price in ¥ | 22800 | 49400 | 76000 | 102600 | 129200 | 155800 | 182400 | 209000 | 262200 | 315400 | 26600 | 15000 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestay families are kind and ready to welcome students as part of their family.
Each student will have their own room and will get to eat breakfast and dinner with their family each day.
The school will carefully match students to a family based on preferences and personal needs such as dietary restrictions.
You will get to enjoy many activities and your daily life with your host family.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in ¥ | 36400 | 72800 | 109200 | 145600 | 182000 | 218400 | 254800 | 291200 | 364000 | 436800 | 36400 | 15000 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Private apartments are fully furnished and include basic kitchen facilities. The school recommends apartments for students who prefer their privacy, and who would like to return home to a quite space. Apartments are located conveniently to subway stations and the city.
They are compact, but bright, clean and tidy, and make for an enjoyable stay.
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Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 63000 | 75600 | 88200 | 100800 | 113400 | 138600 | 163800 | 12600 | 15000 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
If a student accepts to stay in this accommodation type for less than 4 weeks they will be charged for the full month.
This option is recommended for those wishing to make friends with local Japanese people and who enjoy living in a community.
Share houses are a new and popular style of living for young Japanese adults and students. Students staying here will live with a mixture of Japanese and international housemates, so it is recommended for students who want to make friends in Japan and engage in a lively social experience.
Students have their own room but share other facilities, such as the bathroom, kitchen and living areas.
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Student opinions about Hokkaido JaLS, Sapporo
Questions and answers about Hokkaido JaLS
- Is it possible to take individual private lessons in the morning?“Private lessons can only be taken in the afternoon after the group classes starting at 3 o'clock”Sakaya, JaLS , from Japan - Oct 24, 2022
FAQ about Hokkaido JaLS,
- What is the best price for a course at Hokkaido JaLS, Sapporo?Japanese courses at Hokkaido JaLS start at 34200 ¥ for Standard Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by JALS?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of JALS
- Is it possible to take a course at Hokkaido JaLS as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course, Standard Course + Private Lessons, Autumn Course, Spring Course, Summer Course, Traditional Culture Course, Winter Course, Standard Course + Internship
- Is airport pickup offered by Hokkaido JaLS?Yes. The school offers pickup from New Chitose Airport (15000 ¥)
- What is the number of students per class at JALS?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at JALS varies from 6 students (Standard Course + Internship) to 8 students (Standard Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Hokkaido JaLS?90% of teachers at Hokkaido JaLS hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Hokkaido JaLS from?The highest Nationality percentage at Hokkaido JaLS comes from USA with a 15% representation, followed by students from China (10%) and Russia (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Hokkaido JaLS offers courses for which ages?Hokkaido JaLS offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.