Course Outline

Kyoto Minsai’s Short Term Courses are open to everyone regardless of age or purpose, such as those wanting to learn Japanese for daily life in Japan, those wanting to improve their language skills for acquiring certifications, those looking to learn Japanese alongside tourism, etc. Courses from two to ten weeks are available, with half-day morning or afternoon classes from Monday to Friday including a weekly field trip.

  • Eligible Applicants

    Foreign nationals residing in Japan or those visiting Japan on a tourist visa.

  • Levels

    From beginner to pre-advanced

  • Study Period

    Spring Courses – – – April – June
    Summer Courses – – – July – September
    Autumn Courses – – – October – December
    Winter Courses – – – January – March

    ※Please contact us if you wish to start in the middle of a semester.

  • Class Schedule

    Monday to Friday
    Morning Classes: 8:50 – 12:00
    Afternoon Classes: 13:30 – 16:40
    (45 minutes x 4 classes)

    4 days a week Japanese language classes and one-day weekly extracurricular activity

  • Application Deadline

    Applications close approximately one month prior to the start of each course.

Course details

10-week course

This is the longest course that you can learn. Perfect for those who want to learn Japanese thoroughly.
Total number
of class hours
150 hours
Enrollment fee
¥11,000
Tuition fee
¥192,500
School temrs
Every year in January, April, July and October (4 times a year).

※All the prices include tax. Teaching materials fee is included in tuition fees.

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8-week course

Why don't you enjoy the Japanese culture and sightseeing while learning Japanese? It is a fulfilling 8-week course.
Total number
of class hours
120 hours
Enrollment fee
¥11,000
Tuition fee
¥171,600
School temrs
Every year in January, April, July and October (4 times a year).

※All the prices include tax. Teaching materials fee is included in tuition fees.

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4-week course

This is a 4-week course for those who want to be able to have a fundamental reading, writing and conversation.
Total number
of class hours
60 hours
Enrollment fee
¥11,000
Tuition fee
¥110,000
School temrs
Every year in January, April, July and October (4 times a year).

※All the prices include tax. Teaching materials fee is included in tuition fees.

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2-week course

This is a 2-week course for those who want to study Japanese together with tourism. Feel free to participate.

Total number
of class hours
30 hours
Enrollment fee
¥11,000
Tuition fee
¥66,000
School temrs
Every year in January, April, July and October (4 times a year).

※All the prices include tax. Teaching materials fee is included in tuition fees.

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※The above prices are subject to change without notice.

Others

Private lesson is available to arrange on request.
Please contact us.
If you would like a study period other than the above, please contact us.

Admission Process at a Glance

  1. Contact Kyoto Minsai to receive
    an application from by email.

  2. Submit the completed application
    form and a photocopy of your passport by email.

  3. Pay the school and accommodation fees.

  4. Inform Kyoto Minsai of your
    planned arrival in Japan.

  5. You’re enrolled!

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