ISI International Study Institute Nagano

ISI International Study Institute Nagano

Nagano

About

ISI Nagano is the Japanese Language Department of Nagano Business and Language College in Ueda, Nagano. The campus opened in October 1992. ISI has campuses in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Nagano.

Main Features

Further Study

Students can receive guidance for further education. Admission to a vocational program is a separate process; confirm current courses and entry requirements with the college.

Campus and Community

Japanese and international vocational students share the campus. School events and local exchanges provide opportunities to communicate in Japanese.

Ueda, Nagano

The campus is in a historic castle town surrounded by mountains and seasonal outdoor activities.

ISI International Study Institute Nagano Available Courses

General Japanese - Long Term

Description

Japanese study for academic and career goals, with preparation for JLPT and EJU. Placement and electives depend on level and availability.

Enrollment and Duration

Intake	Duration
April	2 years
October	1 year 6 months

Classes: Monday-Friday, 8:50-12:00 or 13:00-16:10. The school assigns the session.

Published School Fees (JPY)

2026 first-year fees

Item	Total
Application	33,000
Admission	77,000
Tuition	620,000
Materials	44,000
Facility and management	60,000
First-year total	834,000

2027-2028 first-year fees

Item	Total
Application	40,000
Admission	100,000
Tuition	640,000
Materials	55,000
Facility and management	70,000
First-year total	905,000

First-year totals include the application fee, paid when applying; they are not tuition alone or the full 18-24 month program cost. Nagano school fees are marked tax-exclusive by ISI, but the school states that the final payable amount is unchanged. Later-year fees may increase. Housing, living costs, external exams and some activity travel are separate.

Checked October 13, 2026. 2026 / 2027.

Short-Term Course

Description

Minimum 2 weeks; beginners start at a term opening. Mid-term entry depends on placement and available space. Normally apply 30 days in advance. Applicants must be at least 16 (consult the school for younger students). Confirm suitable residence status; a course does not guarantee a visa.

Classes: Monday-Friday, 8:50-12:00 or 13:00-16:10. The school assigns the session.

Published School Fees (JPY)

Period / year	Total
10 weeks / 2026	201,000
2 weeks / 2027	92,050
4 weeks / 2027	140,350
8 weeks / 2027	198,550
10 weeks / 2027	221,250
20 weeks / 2027	412,500

2026 ten-week total: 201,000 = admission 20,000 + tuition 155,000 + materials 11,000 + facilities 15,000. 2027: 221,250 = 30,000 + 160,000 + 13,750 + 17,500. Admission is charged once; materials are charged per academic term. ISI marks Nagano fees tax-exclusive without changing the payable amount. Confirm dates and the final invoice.

Checked October 13, 2026. 2026 / 2027 / Official sources.

Specified Skilled Workers Program

Specified Skilled Workers: Consultation

For study and employment goals related to Specified Skilled Worker (Type 1), ask the school whether a separate support program is currently accepting students. Confirm eligibility, industries, timetable, fees and included services before applying. Employment and residence-status approval are not guaranteed.

Checked October 13, 2026. Official sources.

Admission for 2027

Requirements include 12 years of education or equivalent (school-approved exceptions apply), age under 55 on April 1, 2027, financial resources, and about 150 hours of Japanese study or N5/A1 proficiency. Applicants aged 18 or older with a high-school qualification may qualify with fewer years. Confirm eligibility and nationality-specific documents with the school.

2027 deadlines: April intake, end of October 2026; October intake, end of May 2027. Applications may close earlier when full.

Accommodation

The school arranges furnished dormitories within walking or cycling distance, with shared kitchen, bath and toilet. Housing is separate from school fees. Confirm room availability, dates and a final quotation including consumption tax, move-in/cleaning fees, utility limits and optional airport transfer.