Japan International Language Academy J-ILA （Kyoto）
Kyoto
About
Located in the heart of traditional Japanese culture, J-ILA’s Kyoto campus offers students the opportunity to live amidst historical buildings, magnificent shrines, and a rich cultural heritage. The academy’s educational philosophy focuses on unity, global communication, and personal development for each student.
J-ILA’s teaching method emphasizes real-life conversations and situations students will encounter in Japan. The excellent reviews from universities and technical schools, praising the language skills of J-ILA graduates, reflect the success of their approach.
Main Features
- Scholarship support
- The school may award scholarships to the most diligent students.
- Career and educational guidance
- With tours of Japanese companies, universities or vocational schools, J-ILA also provides one-on-one career and educational guidance to all students.
- Enriched experience of Japanese culture
- The school provides extracurricular activities on a regular basis as well as exchange events with students.
- School dormitories
- Located next to the school, the dormitories are fully equipped for an easy move in.
Japan International Language Academy J-ILA （Kyoto） Available Courses
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Higher Education Admission Preparation Courses
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Preparation for work courses
Description
This J-ILA course is designed for students who wish to pursue higher education in Japan. From beginner to fluent level, by the end of this course you will be able to read a Japanese novel or book with professional content, watch Japanese broadcasts, speak with correct pronunciation, write a thesis and be ready to take entrance exams to universities, vocational or graduate schools.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year/ 2 years |
| July | 1 year 9 months |
| October | 1 year and 6 months |
| January | 1 year and 3 months |
Morning classes and afternoon activities:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:10 to 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
- EJU exam preparation course
- Get prepared to pass the admissions exams to Japanese universities, vocational or graduate schools.
- JLPT preparation courses
- By the end of the program, you will be prepared to pass the JLPT N1.
Tuition fees
| 2 year course | ¥1,320,000 |
|---|---|
| 1 year 9 months course | ¥1,155,000 |
| 1 year 6 months course | ¥990,000 |
| 1 year 3 months course | ¥825,000 |
| 1 year course | ¥660,000 |
Other fees |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥88,000 |
|---|---|
| Material fee | ¥22,000 (2 years) ¥19,250 (1 year 9 months) ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥13,750 (1 year 3 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Equipment costs | ¥39,600 (2 years) ¥34,100 (1 year 9 months) ¥28,600 (1 year 6 months) ¥25,850 (1 year 3 months) ¥23,100 (1 year) |
| Extracurricular activity costs | ¥25,300 (2 years) ¥22,550 (1 year 9 months) ¥19,800 (1 year 6 months) ¥17,050 (1 year 3 months) ¥14,300 (1 year) |
| Insurance fee | ¥20,000 (2 years) ¥17,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥12,500 (1 year 3 months) ¥10,000 (1 year) |
Description
The J-ILA course for work is a special course for students who wish to improve their current Japanese communication skills while learning the Japanese business culture and language, current affairs and understanding the mechanism of Japanese society. By the end of it, you will not only be able to work effectively in a Japanese company but will also be prepared to take entrance exams to universities, vocational schools or colleges.
The goal is for you to reach at least JLPT N2 level by the end of the program.
- 1-year course (To enroll in this course an intermediate level of Japanese is required)
- 1 year and 6 months course
Enrollment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year |
| October | 1 year and 6 months |
Morning classes and afternoon activities:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:10 to 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
- EJU exam preparation course
- Get prepared to pass the admissions exams to Japanese universities, vocational or graduate schools.
- JLPT preparation courses
- By the end of the program, you will be prepared to pass the JLPT N1.
- Business language skills
- You will learn the specific language used in Japanese firms such as the honorifics.
Tuition fees
| 1-year course | ¥660,000 |
|---|---|
| 1-year 6 months course | ¥990,000 |
Other fees |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥88,000 |
|---|---|
| Material fee | ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Equipment costs | ¥22,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥16,500 (1 year) |
| Extracurricular activity costs | ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Insurance fee | ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥10,000 (1 year) |
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School Location
The school is located in the heart of Kyoto and is surrounded with all the necessary shops, interesting restaurants or the Kyoto Imperial Palace at 12 minutes by bus, the Kyoto Tower at 20 minutes walk or even the famous Senbon Torii at only 20 minutes by train.
Nearest Station:
Kyoto Municipal Subway “Gojo Station” Exit 2 (3 minutes walk)
Details
School Type: Japanese Language School
School Staff Support Languages: English, Chinese, Nepal, Vietnamese, Korean
Minimum Course Duration:: 1 year
Location: 349 Gokuishichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto 600-8429