Learn Japanese - Language Courses and Schools in Japan
Learn Japanese in Fukuoka, Japan
Fukuoka is located in the south-west of Japan. Its moderate climate, beautiful scenery and great location have made it popular to learn Japanese in Japan. In 1997, 1999 and again in 2000, Fukuoka was ranked the best city in Asia by Asia week magazine. In addition, in 2006, it was chosen by Newsweek as one of the world's top 10 boomtowns!
Fukuoka's renowned cuisine (the city has more restaurants per person than anywhere else in Japan) and warm-hearted people will make your stay here a pleasure. Foreigners are still not too common a sight in Fukuoka, so you will be sure to enjoy plenty of attention, and people are always happy to help you, even if your grasp of the language is not perfect. In addition, Fukuoka is bursting with culture: its many art galleries, museums, and theaters will give you your fill of the Japanese arts, while the nightlife is the best on the island.
Fukuoka is also unparalleled in convenience - the international airport is a mere 10 minutes from the center of the city by subway, and from there it is only another 10 minutes by bus or bicycle to the nearest beach. Japan's famous shinkansen (bullet trains) will take you to any city in Japan in short order, or you can fly to Tokyo in an hour and a half.
Japanese Courses in Fukuoaka, Japan - Fees
| |
Group or
Conversational
(20 hrs) &
Combined (10+10)
Courses |
Japanese
and Culture
Course |
Additional
Classes |
| 2 weeks |
90,000 |
93,000 |
2,000 yen
per class |
| 3 weeks |
120,000 |
123,000 |
| 4 weeks |
150,000 |
153,000 |
Additional
week |
+40,000 |
+43,000 |
Accommodation Fees
| |
Home
stay |
Dorm |
Shared
apartment |
Private
apartment |
| 1 week |
14,000 |
10,000 |
10,000 |
21,000 |
| 2 weeks |
28,000 |
20,000 |
20,000 |
42,000 |
| 3 weeks |
42,000 |
30,000 |
30,000 |
63,000 |
| 4 weeks |
56,000 |
40,000 |
40,000 |
84,000 |
Additional
week |
18,000 |
10,000 |
10,000 |
21,000 |
Our Japanese School in Fukuoka, Japan
 Our Japanese school is a private Japanese language school that offers students the opportunity to learn Japanese language and culture in a relaxed and friendly learning environment. We are located in Tenjin, the heart of Fukuoka City, in Kyushu, South Japan.
We offer Japanese language courses in a range of areas, including conversational Japanese, Japanese through pop culture, Japanese culture, and study for exams, all with an emphasis on practical work, inside and outside of the classroom. For students coming from overseas to study abroad at our language school, we can arrange a homestay family, and various activities for the duration of your stay. We're here to make your Japanese learning enjoyable and worthwhile.
Our Japanese Courses in Fukuoka, Japan
| Start dates |
Every Monday throughout the year, depending on student level |
| Length of course |
From 2 weeks to as long as you want |
| Basic Schedule |
Four 50-minute classes per day, usually scheduled from 9am to 2pm |
| Requirements |
All levels of students are accepted, but must be able to read hiragana/katakana. |
| Accommodation |
Homestay, shared apartment, dormitory or private apartment |
We are proud to offer the following Japanese language courses. All courses can be tailored to your individual needs and schedule. s
Conversational Japanese (20 hrs)
Individual or small group lessons.
For people who need to be able to communicate in Japanese, this course offers a heavy emphasis on real-life skills.
Learning Japanese just by reading textbooks and listening to tapes doesn't make you a Japanese language speaker. You will learn common sentence patterns and vocabulary with your teacher, then use them in practical situations both inside and outside of the classroom. Our course offers a full range of activities that you will find both useful and exciting.
Schedule: 20 conversational classes per week
Group Course ( 20 hrs)
(20 classes/week)
All prices include tuition, enrollment fee, and costs for textbook and study materials. The cost is based on our standard package, taking 20 group classes of 50 minutes each a week in any of our core courses.
Additional Classes
 We can build a program to meet your needs.
Many students choose to add private lessons in addition to group classes, to use their time as effectively as possible. Tell us what you want, and let us build it for you. Contact us to request an estimate for the length of time and number of classes you wish to study.
Combined (10 +10 hrs)
We offer the following Combined courses. All courses can be tailored to your individual needs and schedule.
All courses have ten 50-minute classes per week of conversational Japanese, and ten classes of the chosen intensive course.
Farmstay Japanese (10 + 10 hrs)
In conjunction with Willing Workers on Organic Farms (WWOOF), we offer a package of either two or four weeks of classes to prepare you for life on the farm. We will also arrange the details of your farmstay, to place you in the Kyushu area. You are free to stay for up to six months with one or several of the many participating farms.
This course is only available at certain times of year.
Schedule: 10 conversational classes and 10 farming-topic-related classes per week
Japanese and Traditional Culture (10 + 10 hrs)
Are you interested in Japanese culture? This course offers you the opportunity to learn about the culture while learning the language, and the chance to participate in it with other Japanese people.
You will study topics such as ceramics, tea ceremony, calligraphy, and flower arrangement at school, and then join real lessons run for Japanese people with a specialist teacher, as well as learning about Japanese customs, history, and art.
We guarantee that you will have a great experience!
Schedule: 10 conversational classes and 10 cultural classes per week
Japanese for Exams (10 + 10 hrs)
 For people who want to pass any of the Japanese proficiency tests. You will learn grammar, vocabulary (including kanji), reading skills and listening with your experienced teachers, aimed at achieving your exam goals with ease. You will have the chance to check your progress every week, using previous test papers.
This course is not available from the middle of June to the middle of August.
Schedule: 10 conversational classes and 10 exam study classes per week
JLPT
The Japanese Language Proficiency Test, or JLPT. The most widely recognized and most popular test. Administered only once a year, on the first Sunday in December. Students can choose to take one of 4 levels,
JETRO Test
The JETRO Business Japanese Test. A newer test, focused on practical business skills. Administered twice a year (June and November). Test-takers are given a level from J1 to J4.
JTEST
The JTEST. This is the newest and least well-known of all the tests. It is held 5 times a year, and is relatively cheap to take.
We offer specialized intensive courses designed to help you pass each of these tests. Courses are offered as follows:
JLPT Every year, between September and December (for as many weeks as you prefer)
JETRO Test Every year, between April and June, and September and November (for as many weeks as you prefer)
JTEST Year-round
All prices include tuition, enrollment fee, and costs for textbook and study materials. The prices do not include a 5% sales tax..
Japanese School in Fukuoka, Japan - Accommodation
We offer several accommodation options for students coming from outside Fukuoka :
Note that all options offer a private room.
Here are the pros and cons of each type:
| |
Home stay |
Dorm |
Shared apartment |
Private apartment |
| Privacy |
Low: Family may have curfew, guest rules, etc. |
Medium: Shared facilities, no curfew |
Medium: No curfew, etc., but shared facilities |
High: Totally private |
| Community |
High: You are a member of the family. |
High: Japanese uni students always around |
Medium: Others in apartment can become your friends. |
None |
| Location |
Furthest: About 45 mins from school on average |
Medium: A train (or bicycle) and subway ride from school |
Close: Usually 10-30 mins by subway/bus |
Closest: Usually 5-10 mins on foot |
Please note that applicants under the age of 18 at the time of study must stay with a host family.
All accommodation is subject to a one off placement fee of 63.3 euros.
Homestay
The opportunity to stay with a Japanese host family is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the culture, and practice at "home" what you learned at school that day.
 When arranging a host family for you, we try to take into account any needs or preferences you may have, such as smoker or non-smoker, allergies, English ability, and so on. Your host family can act as guides and mentors, friends and companions, and a wonderful resource in your adventure in Japan. They are likely to be the people you become closest to during your stay, which is why we perform a thorough screening of all host family applicants, to ensure that they can provide a suitable environment to assist your learning and to allow you to fully experience Japan.
Host families are chosen to be as close to the school, and the center of Fukuoka City, as possible. All host families are within one hour traveling time of the school by public transport. You are guaranteed to have your own private room, which may be either Japanese or Western style.
Of course, you must abide by certain rules of conduct when staying with a host family.
Prices include breakfast.
Dormitory
A private room in a dormitory with other students and Japanese university students gives you the freedom to enjoy the city life without a curfew, but also the chance to make lots of friends. The dorm is located on the outskirts of Fukuoka City, but still nearly reachable by subway. All facilities (kitchen, toilet, shower, etc.) are shared. Breakfast and dinner are available for an additional cost (for example, 2,100 yen extra per week for breakfast
Prices do not include any meals.
Shared Apartment
Staying with other people in the city gives you the opportunity to make friends easily, and go out freely, but still have a good level of privacy and freedom. In a shared apartment you have your own private room, but share the central facilities, such as laundry, kitchen, living room, and bathroom.
Most of these apartments are quite close to the center of the city.
Prices do not include any meals.
Private Apartment
Private apartments are usually similar to a hotel room in quality, and can be rented by the week. They include a bed, living room area, kitchen area, and bathroom. Generally there is no laundry in the apartment, but there may be one in the building itself. Internet access can also be requested, for an additional charge. Most private apartments are very centrally located, in the main business/entertainment district and within easy walking distance of the school itself.
As these apartments are maintained by a separate company, we will request an estimate from them for you, and forward the details on to you.
Prices do not include any meals.
*The prices for accommodation are based on averages.
Please note: All prices are quoted in Japanese Yen. For the equivalent in your currency, please visit www.xe.com/ucc
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