Genki Japanese & Culture School
Tokyo
About
GenkiJACS is a leading Japanese language school that specializes in providing high-quality courses for international students. At GenkiJACS, every class is designed to be engaging, practical, and effective, with small group sizes of up to 8 students to ensure personalized attention. Students at GenkiJACS benefit from expert-certified teachers and a supportive learning environment tailored to their goals.
One of the unique advantages of studying at GenkiJACS is its flexible schedule—new classes start every Monday throughout the year, making it convenient for learners to join whenever they are ready. GenkiJACS has also been recognized globally, winning the ST Star World Language School Award four times for its outstanding teaching achievements.
Located in Fukuoka, one of Japan’s most affordable and culturally vibrant cities, GenkiJACS combines immersive classroom study with cultural activities, allowing students to experience Japan beyond textbooks. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced learner, GenkiJACS carefully places you in the right class level to maximize your progress.
By choosing GenkiJACS, students gain not only Japanese language skills but also unforgettable cultural experiences, making it the perfect choice for anyone who wants to study Japanese in Japan.
Main Features
- Small class sizes
- With a maximum of 8 students in class, you will get full attention from your teacher!
- Flexible schedules
- At Genki schools, there are new classes every monday for the whole year so you are able to start studying at your convenience.
- Top World Language School
- Genki schools won many awards for their teaching achievements including the prestigious ST Star World Language School award four times!
- No matter the level
- Genki offers classes for all levels, from complete beginners to experts, and you will never be placed in a group of a level different from yours.
Genki Japanese & Culture School Available Courses
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Long Term Course
Description
The long term course can be taken for 6 months, 1 year and 1 year and 6 months.
Students can take the 6 months course at GenkiJACS without going through the long process of applying for a student visa. Take advantage of the Core Course, add modules as you wish and most importantly, come whenever you want because this course starts at any time of the year.
The 1-year long course allows you to take the GenkiJACS core course with a total discount of 25%. For one year, the school will focus on communicative Japanese as well as all the subjects needed to pass the school mandatory JLPT exams (the cost of which will be covered by the school).
The 1 year and 6 months course is the longest program that GenkiJACS offers. This long-term visa course allows you to take the school’s core course for one and a half years at a 30% discount. Also, since GenkiJACS is accredited by the Japanese government, you can take this course without having to apply for a visa extension! For this and the 1-year long course the level must be below pre-intermediate. If the Japanese Language level is too high, the 6-month program should be considered instead.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year / 1 year 6 months |
| July | |
| October | |
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Morning and afternoon classes (Monday to Friday):
- Morning classes are held from 9:30 to 13:10
- Afternoon classes are held from 14:05 to 17:45
Tuition fees | |
| 1 year | ¥1,120,000 |
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School Location
GenkiJACS Fukuoka is located in the heart of the city, near Hakata Station. Close to the beaches and the city center, students can enjoy a full immersion in Japanese culture thanks to numerous festivals such as the Tamaseseri or Nakasu Festival and the rich historical heritage with, for example, the famous Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine.
Nearest Station：
Hakata Station (4-minute walk)
Details
School Type: Japanese Language School
School Staff Support Languages: English, Spanish, French, Russian
Minimum Course Duration:: Short Term: 1 week / Long Term: 6 months