ARC Academy Japanese Language School

ARC Academy Japanese Language School

Tokyo

About

ARC Academy, founded in 1986, welcomes students from over 50 countries, offering Japanese language programs at three campuses—two in Tokyo and one in Kyoto. With around 670 international students, ARC focuses on tailored education, combining language skills with cultural and social insights. Their expert staff continuously refines programs and materials to meet global needs, fostering critical thinking and communication skills through engaging activities.

Main Features

Large-scale, multinational environment

- The school consists of 2 campuses in Tokyo in Lidabashi and Shinjuku, and 1 campus in Kyoto. With the number of international students from more than 50 different countries, most students share a common interest in Japanese social and cultural situation and desire to communicate with Japanese people. Therefore, in addition to its quality of teaching, the school also focuses on extracurricular exchanges to ensure students have a more complete experience, with developed soft skills and an authentic cultural exchange as part of the learning process.

Unique teaching system

- All lecturers and staff are both experienced and dedicated, and always try their best provide effective instruction to their students. The system of courses is arranged appropriately not only by level but also by their unique purposes, based on students’ goals & challenges, including everything from core Japanese language study to University & Graduate exam courses, Business Japanese course, and more.

Complete support for students

- The dormitory is within close proximity to the school and is safe & affordable for students, which is especially important for new students who have just arrived in Japan. For part-time work, the school has a dedicated job support center that provides information, advice and job placement to students. This is usually provided to students after the first 3 months of study so that students have acquired some experience daily life in Japan first before starting employment. In addition, the school has scholarship programs for students of excellent academic achievement, and offers financial support for students incurring medical treatment costs.

Private Lessons

- ARC offers specialized private lessons for students with special needs or who want a flexible schedule. The teachers will arrange an individual curriculum for the student according to their goals and Japanese language level, and lessons are available off-site.

ARC Academy Japanese Language School Available Courses

Description

This course prepares you for various scenes in daily life and academic and business situations. It has a strong focus on developing communication skills through classroom activities and classwork. Students in this course will be evaluated and receive feedback based on a robust curriculum and assessment criteria. Details of coursework include: pronunciation, listening and reading comprehension, conversation, writing, understanding current events in Japan, and many more.

Students will enroll in a class according to their level of Japanese language achievement and study with peers for terms of 3 months each.

Enrollment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration
April	1 year / 2 years
July	1 year 9 months
October	1 year 6 months
January	1 Year 3 months

Classes from Monday to Friday (depending on availability):

Morning classes are held from 9:15 to 12:30
Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 16:45

Tuition fees
1 year	¥868,000
1 year 3 months	¥1,060,000
1 year 6 months	¥1,252,000
1 year 9 months	¥1,444,000
2 years	¥1,636,000

Description

This course follows the same curriculum for the Study Abroad Course, but students can choose to study from a short term of just 3 months, and is an ideal option for students who have a limited time. It helps students to build a strong base of Japanese language skills and understanding of Japanese culture and customs.

Enrollment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration
April	3 months
July
October
January

Classes from Monday to Friday (depending on availability):

Morning classes are held from 9:15 to 12:30
Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 16:45

Tuition fees
3 months	¥202,000

Description

ARC Academy's Business Japanese Class is designed for students who aim to work with Japanese companies, either in Japan or internationally. The one-year program focuses on understanding Japanese corporate culture, enhancing communication skills, and preparing for job hunting in Japan. The curriculum includes business etiquette, interview preparation, and comprehensive Japanese language training. Applicants should hold at least a bachelor's degree and have intermediate Japanese proficiency.