Value
The word “Minsai” means “interaction among people of various cultures” in Japanese.
We not only impart high-quality Japanese language lessons, but also proactively provide countless opportunities for our students to experience Japanese culture and interact with one another.
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A Wide Variety of Culture Classes and Extracurricular Activities
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A Great Track Record of Helping Our Students Get Into Famous Japanese Universities
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Readily Available Short Term Courses
Features
- From 1-2 Years (Aiming For Higher Education /
Seeking Employment in Japan) Long Term Course - From 2-10 Weeks (Intensive Classes Alongside
Weekly Field Trips) Short Term Courses
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Learners from various countries, mostly Asia and Europe, are studying at Kyoto Minsai. We provide a learning environment where our students can easily have intercultural exchanges while studying Japanese.
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Long Term students are mostly high school graduates hoping to go on to universities or vocational schools in Japan, with many of them moving on to graduate school or seeking employment in Japan after graduation. Around 80% of our students are in their teens or 20s, and around 20% in their 30s or older.
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After graduation, 80% of Long Term students move on to universities, vocational schools, graduate schools, or employment in Japan. In addition, many of our students who passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2 and above) utilize their Japanese language skills back in their home countries and are active in a variety of industries.
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In our Short Term courses, students from over 40 countries – mostly Asia, Europe, and the U.S. – study and interact in a multicultural setting as they hone their Japanese communication skills.
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Short Term students range in age from teenagers to those in their seventies. Through our careful consideration of nationalities within classes, our students are able to develop intergenerational friendships that last beyond their period of study.
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A big majority of our Short Term students seek to hone their Japanese conversation and communication skills. Yet regardless of the purpose, they are free to learn Japanese in-depth for as much as they like within their desired timeframe, which is why so many re-enroll as repeat students.
Where Our Students Come From
The distinguishing feature of the short-term course is being able to interact with people from all over the world.
The distinguishing feature of our Short Term Courses is being able to interact with people from all over the world.
ASIA | Indonesia, South Korea, Cambodia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Taiwan, China, Nepal, Philippines, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mongolia |
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EUROPE | United Kingdom, Italy, Ukraine, Netherlands, Kyrgyz, Switzerland, Spain, Slovakia, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Finland, France, Belarus, Belgium, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Russia |
NORTH AMERICA | USA, Canada, Puerto Rico |
LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN | Argentina, Ecuador, Brazil, Mexico |
OCEANIA | Australia |
THE MIDDLE EAST | Israel, Turkey |
AFRICA | Egypt, Tanzania |
Courses
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Long Term Course
Saiin Campus & Tenjingawa Campus & Nishikyogoku CampusOur Long Term Course is designed for those who wish to pursue higher education, seek employment in Japan, or for those who want to immerse in Japanese culture. Students will attend various exam preparation classes and be provided with meticulous guidance for pursuing their desired higher education. Those seeking employment in Japan will be given vocational guidance for their desired line of work. Our multilingual staff are also on hand to support students in their new life in Japan.
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Short Term CoursesNishioji Campus
Our Short Term Courses are designed for those wishing to study Japanese intensively for as long as 10 weeks while experiencing Japanese culture through sightseeing and other activities. Conversation-focused classes and various weekly field trips are included in these programs.
After
Graduation
Kyoto Minsai painstakingly supports our students in their goals after graduation. We provide experience-based guidance, backed by a rich track record of our students moving on to higher educational institutions and/or finding employment in Japan.
Graduate School Admission Results | Kyoto University, Osaka University, Kobe University, Kyushu University, Yokohama National University, Kyoto Institute of Technology, Shiga University, Kyoto City University of Arts etc. |
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University Admission Results |
Waseda University, Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University, Kwansei Gakuin University, Rikkyo University, Okayama University, Osaka City University, Otaru University of Commerce, Osaka City, Hyogo Prefecture, Shiga Prefecture, Kyoto University of Art and Design, Kyoto Koka Women’s University etc. |
Vocational School Admission Results | ECC Kokusai College of Foreign Language, Ehle Institute, Osaka YMCA International school, Kyoto Computer Gakuin, Kyoto Career College of Foreign Languages, YIC Kyoto Technical College, O-HARA etc. |
Finding Employment in Japan Track Record | Trading company, manufacturer, IT, construction, tourism, etc. |
MINSAI ALUMNI VOICES
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In-Campus Wi-Fi Available
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Accommodations Easily Arranged
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Within 15 Minutes From the Heart of Kyoto
Kyoto Minsai is conveniently located within 15 minutes from the center of Kyoto City, making shopping and doing part-time jobs easy for our students.
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A Hotspot of Japanese Culture
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A Perfect Mix of Nature and City Life
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Easy Access to Public Transportation
Kyoto, which boasts a history spanning 1,200 years, is a city that inherits traditions and continues to impart those cultures both in Japan and abroad. And as a university town, it welcomes students from all over the world.
Additionally, as a world famous tourist destination, Kyoto is visited by more than 50 million people every year. We believe that the experience of living in Kyoto, with its confluence of traditional culture, innovative thinking, and international aspects will be beneficial for the growth of all our learners.
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