Tokyo Japanese Academy (TJA)
Tokyo
About
Tokyo Japanese Academy (TJA) is a modern Japanese-language school located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, dedicated to helping international students build strong Japanese skills and succeed in their academic or professional goals. The school welcomes learners from around the world, offering a supportive and structured environment where students can progress confidently toward university admission, vocational studies, or employment in Japan.
With a mission to make high-quality Japanese education accessible to all, TJA focuses on practical language development, cultural understanding, and long-term career planning. Their standout programs include pathways to higher education as well as a specialized IT Job-Hunting Course, designed for aspiring engineers who want to work in Japan. This course helps students reach approximately JLPT N3 level in just one year, while also building business Japanese skills and preparing them for the unique requirements of the Japanese job market.
Students at TJA benefit from personalized support, academic guidance, job-hunting training, and a friendly environment that encourages growth both inside and outside the classroom. Conveniently located just minutes from major stations, TJA offers an ideal setting for studying Japanese and beginning a new chapter in Japan.
Main Features
Career-Focused Japanese Education
- Programs are designed not just to teach language, but to prepare students for university, vocational school, or employment in Japan.
Specialized IT Job-Hunting Course
- A unique program that helps students reach around JLPT N3 in one year while training them for IT engineering careers in Japan.
Personalized Academic & Career Support
- Students receive guidance for school admissions, job applications, interview preparation, and long-term career planning.
Convenient Shinjuku Location
- Easily accessible campus in central Tokyo, offering a safe and comfortable environment for daily student life.
Multicultural & Supportive Learning Environment
- A welcoming school community with learners from diverse backgrounds, providing both academic and lifestyle support.
Tokyo Japanese Academy (TJA) Available Courses
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IT Job Placement Class
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Professional Japanese Language Teacher Training Class
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Ito Juku Partnership Class
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Vocational School Advancement Course
Description
The IT Job Placement Class is designed for international students who want to build a career as IT engineers in Japan. The program combines intensive Japanese language study with practical, industry-focused training to help students achieve 100% job placement.
Students develop essential Japanese communication skills for the business world while strengthening their technical abilities through hands-on internships at Tokyo-based companies. The curriculum is personalized using each student’s GitHub profile and skill sheet, ensuring they acquire the language proficiency and technical competencies required for their targeted job positions.
Throughout the program, students receive continuous guidance from career advisors specializing in job placement in Japan. Support includes long-term career planning, interview practice, and assistance with resumes, CVs, and skill sheets. High-performing students may also be introduced to partner companies or gain real workplace experience through internships.
This program helps aspiring IT professionals become confident, workplace-ready engineers who can thrive in the Japanese tech industry.
- Applicants should have a Japanese language proficiency level of JLPT N2 or higher at the time of enrollment.
Key Features
Personalized IT & Japanese Learning Plan
Each student receives a customized curriculum based on their skills, GitHub portfolio, and target job role, maximizing learning efficiency and preparing them for job hunting.
Strong Career & Employment Support
Career advisors provide expert guidance—from long-term career planning to interview practice and job application documents—and top students may be introduced to partner companies or internships.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year |
| July | 1 year |
| October | 1 year |
| January | 1 year |
Tuition fees | |
| 1 year | ¥979,000 |
|---|---|
Description
The Professional Japanese Language Teacher Training Class is designed for international learners who want to build a career as certified Japanese language teachers—either in their home countries or in Japan. As global demand for Japanese language education grows every year, this program provides comprehensive training from teaching methodologies to job-hunting support.
Students strengthen the Japanese skills they already possess while learning effective teaching techniques through a dual-school system in partnership with the renowned Japanese Language Teacher Training Course offered by a leading Tokyo-based institution. This collaboration allows students to obtain recognized teaching qualifications while gaining practical knowledge essential for the classroom.
In addition to teaching theory and practice, the program offers full career support, including guidance on job search strategies and employment opportunities. Backed by an affiliated school with over 12 years of experience in study-abroad support and curriculum development—serving more than 4,000 students annually—participants are trained not only in Japanese language education but also in cross-cultural communication needed to support foreign learners in Japan’s evolving society.
- Applicants should have a Japanese language proficiency level of JLPT N2 or higher at the time of enrollment.
Key Features
Dual-School System with Recognized Teacher Certification
Students can earn an accredited teaching qualification through a partnership with a top Tokyo teacher-training program, combining proven curriculum and hands-on pedagogical training.
Full Career & Job-Hunting Support
From teaching methods to employment guidance, students receive comprehensive support—including job search strategies and introductions to opportunities as Japanese language teachers in Japan or abroad.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year |
Tuition fees | |
| 1 year | ￥979,000 |
|---|---|
Description
The Ito Juku Partnership Class is an advanced program for international students aiming to pursue a legal career in Japan and enter prestigious Japanese law schools. Designed to develop globally capable legal professionals, the program offers comprehensive guidance in both legal expertise and Japanese language proficiency—two essential pillars for success in Japan’s legal field.
Through a collaboration with Ito Juku, one of Japan’s most respected legal education institutions with an outstanding record in law school and bar exam preparation, students receive specialized instruction tailored to entrance exams. Alongside this, the program strengthens Japanese language skills from the fundamentals upward, ensuring students meet the linguistic demands of law school and legal practice.
As Japan’s need for global legal talent rises—particularly those who understand Japanese law and can communicate across borders—students in this program gain a strong advantage. Demand for bilingual professionals has grown dramatically, especially for individuals who speak Chinese due to the increasing expansion of Japanese companies into China. This program prepares learners to become highly competitive candidates in this evolving legal landscape.
- Submission of a certificate of completion for at least 150 hours of Japanese language study at the time of application, or JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level N5 or higher
Key Features
Expert Legal Exam Preparation with Ito Juku
Students receive entrance-exam-focused legal training from Ito Juku, a leader in Japan’s legal education field whose methods have supported the vast majority of successful bar exam candidates.
Integrated Legal + Japanese Language Curriculum
The program combines intensive Japanese language instruction with specialized legal preparation, building the academic, linguistic, and professional skills required for admission to top Japanese law schools and future global legal careers.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year |
Tuition fees | |
| 1 year | ￥979,000 |
|---|---|
Description
The Vocational School Advancement Course is designed for international students who want to build a career in Japan by strengthening their Japanese language proficiency and gaining industry-ready technical skills. This program prepares students for admission to Japan’s reputable vocational schools—specialized institutions that focus on practical training in fields central to Japanese culture and industry, such as Cool Japan and Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality).
Throughout the course, students develop all four Japanese language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—needed for success in both vocational studies and future employment. After completing the language curriculum, students receive dedicated guidance for entering partner vocational schools known for their high employment rates across various fields.
By learning from top-tier institutions and understanding Japanese-style service—highly valued both domestically and internationally—students can create personalized career paths and gain the skills needed to thrive in Japan’s globalized workforce.
- Submission of a certificate of completion for at least 150 hours of Japanese language study at the time of application, or JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level N5 or higher
Key Features
Pathway to Top Vocational Schools with High Employment Rates
Students receive exclusive support for admission into partner vocational schools, enabling them to learn advanced, in-demand skills directly from reputable institutions.
Comprehensive Japanese Language Training for Career Success
The program combines intensive Japanese language instruction with specialized legal preparation, building the academic, linguistic, and professional skills required for admission to top Japanese law schools and future global legal careers.
Enrollment Periods & Duration
Intake | Duration |
| April | 1 year |
| July | 1 year |
| October | 1 year |
| January | 1 year |
Tuition fees | |
| 1 year | ￥979,000 |
|---|---|
School Location
〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku-ku, Nishi-Shinjuku 7-7-24, GS Plaza Shinjuku 3F
Nearest Station:
Ōkubo Station – 3-minute walk
Details
School Type: Japanese Language School
Location: 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku-ku, Nishi-Shinjuku 7-7-24, GS Plaza Shinjuku 3F