Lexis Japan Kobe, Japan
- Located in the centre of Kobe and is just seconds away from transit hubs.
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
Location: Lexis Japan is in the Chuo Ward of Kobe, to the south of the city. The school is in an excellent location within the area, close to a transportation hub, a large number of shopping options and a short walk to the waterfront. There is a vibrant feel in the neighbourhood, with lots of local restaurants and a busy nightlife.
Travelling around Kobe: 5 minutes from the school by foot is the Motomachi Station. This train station has a number of lines running through it that stretch across the city. There is an extensive bus service throughout the city, and a number of stations are close to the school. A 10-minute walk from the school brings students to a prominent part of the city.
City features: Habourland is an important feature of the city, filled with shopping options and entertainment features. This is ten minutes by train or 20 minutes by foot from Lexis Japan. The school is right around the corner from Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi, and Kobe Port Tower and Meriken Park are just 15 minutes away.
Course structure: Lexis Japan has group Japanese courses and private classes in Japanese. There is a teen programme for junior students.
Services: The school has a student service desk to help students with any issues they may have during their stay. There are homestay advisors to support students through their accommodation option.
Japanese Courses
Intensive Japanese (20)
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥41,900¥39,805 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 41,900 39,805 | 83,800 79,610 | 125,700 119,415 | 167,600 159,220 | 244,200 231,990 | 325,600 309,320 | 407,000 386,650 | 514,800 489,060 | 950,400 902,880 | 925,000 878,750 | 1,332,000 1,265,400 |
| Price in US$ | 258 | 515 | 773 | 1,030 | 1,501 | 2,001 | 2,501 | 3,163 | 5,839 | 5,683 | 8,184 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Bildungsurlaub Course30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥41,900¥39,805 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 41,900 39,805 | 83,800 79,610 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 258 | 515 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Intensive Japanese (15)15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥37,400¥35,530 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 37,400 35,530 | 74,800 71,060 | 112,200 106,590 | 149,600 142,120 | 217,800 206,910 | 290,400 275,880 | 363,000 344,850 | 456,300 433,485 | 842,400 800,280 | 847,500 805,125 | 1,220,400 1,159,380 |
| Price in US$ | 230 | 460 | 690 | 920 | 1,339 | 1,785 | 2,231 | 2,804 | 5,176 | 5,207 | 7,498 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Duration of more than 13 weeks only available for students on Working Holidays or holders of visa waiver.
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Online Evening Course3 lessons per week | 4 students (max)Offer!from¥89,800¥85,310 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 89,800 85,310 | 1,796,000 1,706,200 | 269,400 255,930 | 359,200 341,240 | 449,000 426,550 | 538,800 511,860 | 628,600 597,170 | 718,400 682,480 | 808,200 767,790 | 898,000 853,100 | 1,077,600 1,023,720 |
| Price in US$ | 552 | 11,034 | 1,656 | 2,207 | 2,759 | 3,311 | 3,862 | 4,414 | 4,966 | 5,517 | 6,621 |
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Saturday Japanese Course2 lessons per week | 4 students (max)Offer!from¥6,233¥5,922 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74,800 71,060 |
| Price in US$ | 460 |
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 10:45 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Teen Activity Program (TAP) (13 to 17 years old)15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from¥289,500¥282,263 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 289,500 282,263 | 425,000 414,375 | 560,000 546,000 | 690,000 672,750 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,826 | 2,680 | 3,531 | 4,351 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 13 Jul 2026, 21 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 14 Dec 2026
Also includes a range of sporting, sightseeing and social activities in the afternoon.
Pre-test is not required.
Items to bring: Swimwear and sports shoes.
Price includes:
- Airport transfer (Pick Up and Drop Off)
- Course Materials
- Activities and transport to activities
- Tuition
- Accommodation placement fee
Distance from Homestay accommodation to school is approximately 30 minutes. There are great train and bus systems in the city.
Host families will show the way to school on the arrival weekend.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 mealInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Airport transfer (return trip)
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 13 years
- Age range:
- 13 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration- 60 min
Semi-Private Tuition ( Face-to-Face/Online)10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥61,600¥58,520 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 61,600 58,520 | 123,200 117,040 | 184,800 175,560 | 246,400 234,080 | 308,000 292,600 | 369,600 351,120 | 431,200 409,640 | 492,800 468,160 | 554,400 526,680 | 616,000 585,200 | 739,200 702,240 |
| Price in US$ | 379 | 757 | 1,136 | 1,514 | 1,893 | 2,271 | 2,650 | 3,028 | 3,406 | 3,785 | 4,542 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 10:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Afternoon JLPT Preparation
15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from¥7,480¥7,106 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 7,480 7,106 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 46 |
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 13:30 - 15:00
Afternoon: 15:15 - 16:45 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Our prices for Lexis Japan include
- 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 at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
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Ratings of Lexis Japan compared to ratings of all schools in Japan
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Lexis Japan
- Japanese teacher qualifications
- 99% hold a university degree90% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 30% male / 70% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Lexis Japan and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2014
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Games room
Lounge
Student support desk
Video game console
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 30% |
| England | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| USA | 10% |
| Spain | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Switzerland | 3% |
| Italy | 3% |
| Sweden | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 18% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 8% |
| 18-24 years | 42% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 12% |
| >50 years | 8% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 55Adult courses - Throughout the year: 30Junior courses - In summer: 15Junior courses - Throughout the year: 15
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years13 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 5Junior courses In summer: 3Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
- Average age of students
- In summer: 23 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by Lexis Japan
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- ¥25,000
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. Course material costs are approximately ¥9,000 per month.
- Comments about courses
Books and Materials:
1-4 weeks: JPY 9000.
5-8 weeks: JPY 18000.
Every 4 weeks: JPY 9000.
Short-term Visa document fee: JPY 10 000.
Bank Fee: JPY 6 700.
Prices include 10% tax.- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 02 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 11 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 20 Mar 2026, 29 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 04 May 2026, 05 May 2026, 06 May 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 11 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 22 Sep 2026, 23 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 29 Dec 2026, 30 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Airport transfer
- Kansai International Airport:
- ¥35,000 one way
¥70,000 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- origami club, Kobe tour, Jenga, nail club.
Adults - Paid activities
- Paid activities can be proposed by the group to the school.
Junior - Free activities
- Tea ceremony, sushi making, origami club, Kobe tour, Jenga, hiking, nail club.
Junior - Paid activities
- Paid activities can be proposed by the group to the school.
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
3 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
¥46,000/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 46000 | 92000 | 138000 | 184000 | 230000 | 276000 | 322000 | 368000 | 460000 | 552000 | 46000 | 33000 |
| Price in US$ | 298 | 595 | 893 | 1,190 | 1,488 | 1,785 | 2,083 | 2,380 | 2,975 | 3,570 | 298 | 214 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday 12:00-20:30
- Check-out
- Saturday 9:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 33000¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 14
- Maximum age of students
- 1
Student Apartment Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥39,900/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 39900 | 79800 | 119700 | 159600 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15500 |
| Price in US$ | 259 | 517 | 775 | 1,033 | 101 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The one time fee includes the accommodation booking fee and the contract fee.
Additional compulsory fees:
Bedding Fee: JPY 16 000.
Cleaning Fee: JPY 16 000.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 15500¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 1
Mukonoso Student House Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
¥16,000/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 64000 | 80000 | 96000 | 112000 | 128000 | 160000 | 192000 | 16000 | 21500 |
| Price in US$ | 414 | 518 | 621 | 725 | 828 | 1,035 | 1,242 | 104 | 140 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of ¥20,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 21500¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 1
Student House - Dormy Kobe Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
¥39,900/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 159600 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 32000 |
| Price in US$ | 1,033 | 207 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only possible to book for 4 weeks.
One time fee includes contract and accommodation placement fee.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 32000¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 25 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 1
Questions and answers about Lexis Japan
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Terms of Lexis Japan
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

- Legal name/parent company
- Lexis Japan Co. Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 1400-01-096035
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 10000 ¥
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.








Duration of more than 13 weeks only available for students on Working Holidays or holders of visa waiver.