Tokyo International Japanese School (TIJS)

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Tokyo International Japanese School (TIJS)
  • Recommended for Westerners

    The school’s curriculum has accounted for students who need more time and support to learn Kanji, etc.

  • Flexible Class Schedule

    You are able to request an AM or PM class schedule based on your needs.

  • Wifi Available

    Rest assured that this school has wifi available.

  • Part-time Job Support

    This school introduces part-time job opportunities so you can work while studying.

  • Higher Education Counselling

    This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation.

  • Career Support

    Counselors are available to provide specialized support for full-time employment after graduation.

  • Homestay Available

    This school introduces local Japanese families where students can live while studying.

  • In-School Activities

    This school organizes regular interactive & cultural activities in the school.

  • Out-of-School Activities

    This school organizes out-of-school day-trips, excursions and events throughout the year.

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School Introduction

The Tokyo International Japanese School (TIJS) was founded in 1983, and has gained a reputation over its 30-year development with over 12,000 students from over 100 countries having studied here.

The academy is located in the heart of the commercial and cultural center of Shinjuku, an area well-known by all people traveling to Tokyo, and is convenient for studying and living as well. At the academy, the international students come from various countries, ages and walks of life, and include not only those who plan to enter universities and graduate schools, but also short-term researchers, company & state employees working and living with host families in Japan, as well as students who are married and currently living in Japan.

Total Number of Students: 300
Class Size: 12-15
School Staff Support Languages: English, French, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
School Intensity: Medium-intensity
Enrolment Terms: January, April, July, October
Minimum Course Duration: Short Term: 1 Month / Long Term: 6 Months

Main Features

Convenient location
The school is located right in the commercial & cultural center of Shinjuku, Tokyo city, a 7-minute walk from Shinjuku station and a 2-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchoume subway station and Shinjuku Gyoen Mae Station. The is nestled among many shopping & business centers and shops, very close to Shinjuku Gyoen, a wide national park where famous cherry blossoms can be witnessed.
Excellent and experienced teachers
The teachers of TIJS have more than 20 years of teaching experience to guarantee all students effective classes. Moreover, monthly teacher meetings are held to work on their teaching improvement continuously.
Counseling for higher education
The language school offers counseling for students that wish to enter a Japanese University, graduate school or vocational school, by helping to decide the right school and practicing interviews.
High visa acceptance rate
Since its establishment, with 30 years of experience, the school thoroughly checks the records of its international students to ensure it is complete and sufficient for smoothly obtaining the visa necessary. As a result, the school is highly regarded by the Immigration Department and is one of the standard destinations for students studying abroad.

School Location

Tokyo International Japanese School is located in Shinjuku, one of the most popular and lively areas in Tokyo. It is a hub of business, culture, entertainment, and shopping, with something for everyone. You can easily access Shinjuku from various transportation options, including JR trains, subways, and buses.

 

Nearby the school, you can find many attractions and places to visit, such as Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a beautiful park with cherry blossoms and traditional gardens; Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Decks, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city for free; Kabukicho, a vibrant district with countless bars, restaurants, clubs, and hotels; and Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum, where you can appreciate nature and art. Shinjuku is also a great base for exploring other parts of Tokyo and beyond. You will never run out of things to do and see in Shinjuku.

 

Nearest Station:

Shinjuku Station (9-minute walk)

Available Courses

  • Long Term Course (Student Visa)
  • General Course - Short Term
  • Summer Course - Short Term
  • Winter Course - Short Term
  • EJU/JLPT Preparatory

Long Term Course (Student Visa)

Course Description

The Long Term Course is designed for students that wish to enter a Japanese university, graduate or vocational school. This course is offered to students of various levels, who have at least passed JLPT N5. Students will receive a student visa for this course, which is why the registration deadline is 6 months before the intake.

 

  • 1

    2-year course (To enroll in this course students need to have N5)

  • 2

    1 year and 6 months course (To enroll in this course students need to have N5)

  • 3

    1-year course (To enroll in this course students need to have N5)

  • 4

    6 months course (To enroll in this course students need to have N5)

Enrolment Periods & Duration

 

Intake Duration Application Start Date Application Deadline
January 6 months ~ 2 years June

End of August

April 6 months ~ 2 years September

Early November

July 6 months ~ 2 years December

Late February

October 6 months ~ 2 years March

Mid May

 

Morning or afternoon classes:

 

  • Morning classes are held from 8:50 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
  • Afternoon classes are held from 12:50 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • 4 BASIC SKILLS

    Reading, writing, listening and speaking

  • HIGHER EDUCATION COUNSELING

    The school provides information on universities, vocational schools and graduate schools in Japan

  • MOCK INTERVIEW

    Mock interview for university entrance exam and further information and guidance

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
6 Months ¥375,000
1 Year ¥750,000
1 Year 6 months ¥1,125,000
2 Years ¥1,500,000

 

Other fees
Facilities included in tuition
Screening fee ¥30,000
Enrollment fee ¥50,000
Textbooks not included in tuition

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

General Course - Short Term

Course Description

The General Course is offered to those with a visa other than student visa such as family visa, working holiday visa or short term visa.

Interested students can technically enroll anytime but need to consult with the school first, then take a placement test and finally join a free trial lesson before enrolling in the course.

Enrolment periods for beginners are January, April, July, August and October.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

 

Intake Procedure
January

1) Consulting with School
2) Placement Test
3) Trial Lesson

April
July
August
October

 

Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):

 

  • Morning classes are held from 8:50 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
  • Afternoon classes are held from 12:50 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • CONVERSATIONAL JAPANESE

    Conversational language skills for your daily life in Japan

  • CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

    Exciting activities such as Kimono wearing, Tea ceremonies and calligraphy are offered

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
1 Month ¥55,000

 

Other fees
Facilities included in tuition
Enrollment fee ¥20,000
Textbooks not included in tuition

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Summer Course - Short Term

Course Description

In the Summer Course, students will only have classes in the mornings to join exciting activities and events every day in the afternoon.

This course is offered for those having a visa other than student visa such as family visa, working holiday visa or short term visa.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Morning classes:

 

  • Morning classes are held from 8:50 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • ACTIVITIES

    Many fun and exciting activities are offered after Japanese classes (Tanabata, Yukata wearing, etc.)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
1 month

¥85,000

2 months ¥150,000

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Winter Course - Short Term

Course Description

In the Winter Course, students will only have classes in the mornings to join exciting activities and events every day in the afternoon.

This course is offered for those having a visa other than student visa such as family visa, working holiday visa or short term visa.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Morning classes:

 

  • Morning classes are held from 8:50 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

  • ACTIVITIES

    Many fun and exciting activities are offered after Japanese classes

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
Winter course

¥50,000 / 2 weeks

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

EJU/JLPT Preparatory

Course Description

EJU
The Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students Preparatory class, gives students the opportunity to not only learn about 3 requested Japanese skills: reading, writing, listening; but also learn general subjects.

 

JLPT
The TIJS JLPT course prepares students for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in the levels N2 and N1.

Course Features & Electives

  • EJU PREPARATORY

    Preparation in general subjects and in Japanese for university entance examination

  • JLPT PREPARATORY

    Preeparatory class for the JLPT N2 & N1

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees
8 Lessons ¥20,000

 

Other fees
Facilities ¥5,000
Enrollment fee ¥10,000
Textbooks Not included

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Our Free Services

We aim to support all students who are interested in coming to Japan to study & live.
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
  • School & Visa
    Application Support

  • Free Japanese
    Language Lessons

  • Accommodation
    Setup

  • 24-Hour
    Emergency Assistance

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