Akamonkai Japanese Language School ‣ Japan Study Abroad Network

Apply now for:: April 2023
Deadline to apply:: End of October 2022

Recommended for Westerners

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

This school introduces affordable shared living spaces.
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.
Student Lounge

Space outside of the classroom is available for students to interact casually and/or study.

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School Introduction

Akamonkai was established in 1985 near "Akamon" of the University of Tokyo. With extensive experience, the school has now grown to nearly 1,700 students, 2 campus facilities, and 4 Tokyo dormitories in the Nippori area. With its International students coming from 25 different countries, the school is confident to support students in many languages such as English, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Korean.

For each course that the school offers, the school invites experts to study the curriculum and build highly effective content in order to help students achieve the desired results to achieve their personal goals.

Aside from studies, the school also focuses on providing adequate facilities on campus and supporting students' life by providing employment opportunities.

Total Number of Students:	1000
Class Size:	Up to 20 students
School Staff Support Languages:	English, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Spanish ...
Minimum Course Duration:	1 year

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Main Features

Comprehensive employment support by Human Power Group: In collaboration with Human Power Corporation, students are given comprehensive support in finding jobs while studying abroad in Japan
Comfortable learning environment: With more than 1,000 students studying here, Akamonkai’s campus is an ideal space to focus on learning. There is also a 24-hour self-study space equipped with computers for all students, available outside of regular school hours.
Convenient & safe dormitories: The facilities are fully equipped, A total of about 300 students living here enjoy fully equipped facilities, allowing everyone to feel they have everything they need on their day-to-day.

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Entrance

Logo

LIbrary

Main Campus (Sakura)

Main Campus

Nippori Campus

Reception

Signboard

Teacher

Higashi-Oku Dormitory

Kitchen

Minami-Koen Dorm (exterior)

Nippori Dormitory (exterior)

Rooftop

Room

Shower room

Events (Omikoshi)

Events (School Trip)

Events (Sado)

Events (Speech Contest)

Graduation Ceremony

Classroom

Lounge

Scholarship

Students

School Location

Nippori station has convenient access to both city centers and suburbs. In addition, Nippori is an attractive area which is known for its unique combination of traditional and modern mixed regional style.

Nearest station: Nippori station (4-minute walk), Nishi Nippori station (5-minute walk)

Available Courses

General Course
University Preparatory Curriculum
Business Employment Class
Short-term Course

General Course

Course Description

In this course classes are organized according to the skill level of students, and are aimed to advance to university or specialized schools after graduation.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration	Application Start Date	Application Deadline
April	1 year / 2 years	Early September	Mid October
July	1 year 9 months	Early December	Late January
October	1 year 6 months	Early March	Early May
January	1 Year 3 months	Early June	Mid August

Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):

Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
Afternoon classes are held from 13:00 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

PREPARATION FOR THE JLPT

Classes for those who wish to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test
PREPARATION FOR THE EJU (OPTIONAL)

Classes for those who wish to pass the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students test
DEVELOP THE 4 MAJOR SKILLS IN A WELL-BALANCED MANNER

Reading, writing, speaking, and listening

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
1 Year	¥690,000
1 Year 3 months	¥862,500
1 year 6 months	¥1,035,000
1 year 9 months	¥1,207,500
2 years	¥1,380,000

	Other fees
Facilities	¥40,000 (1 year) ¥50,000 (1 year 3 months) ¥60,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥70,000 (1 year 9 months) ¥80,000 (2 years)
Screening fee	¥20,000
Enrollment fee	¥60,000
Textbooks	Included in the tuition

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

University Preparatory Curriculum

Course Description

This course is approved by the ministry of education and allows students with less than 12 years of education to attain the qualification to attend to Japanese universities. Also the visa periods are longer than those of the general course.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration	Application Start Date	Application Deadline
April	2 years	Early September	Mid January
October	1 year 6 months	Early March	Late June

Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):

Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
Afternoon classes are held from 13:00 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

PREPARATION FOR THE JLPT

Classes for those who wish to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test
PREPARATION FOR THE EJU (OPTIONAL)

Classes for those who wish to pass the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students test
DEVELOP THE 4 MAJOR SKILLS IN A WELL-BALANCED MANNER

Reading, writing, speaking, and listening

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
1 year 6 months	¥1,095,000
2 years	¥1,460,000

	Other fees
Facilities	¥60,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥80,000 (2 years)
Screening fee	¥20,000
Enrollment fee	¥60,000
Textbooks	Included in the tuition

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

Business Employment Class

Course Description

In this course students will study high level Japanese as well as business etiquette and software from the “Microsoft office suite”. The school will support students to get the most out of their personal strengths and guide them of every step of the process of finding a job in Japan.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration
April	6 months / 1 year
October	6 months / 1 year

Morning classes:

Held from 8:10 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

TEACH BUSINESS SKILLS USED IN JAPANESE COMPANIES
JOB HUNTING ASSISTANCE

Over 90% of students receive employment offers every year

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
1 year	¥710,000

	Other fees
Facilities	¥40,000 (1 year)
Screening fee	¥20,000
Enrollment fee	¥60,000
Special Class Support fee	¥80,000
Textbooks	Included in the tuition

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

Short-term Course

Course Description

Students can enroll in this program on a tourist visa or equivalent. Students will study together with those from the general course and receive the same support. After finishing this course students can change to a student visa if they wish to continue with their education.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

3 Months Program

Intake	Application Deadline
January	Until around one week before the beginning day
April
July
October

Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):

Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
Afternoon classes are held from 13:00 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Course Features & Electives

PREPARATION FOR THE JLPT

Classes for those who wish to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test
PREPARATION FOR THE EJU (OPTIONAL)

Classes for those who wish to pass the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students test
DEVELOP THE 4 MAJOR SKILLS IN A WELL-BALANCED MANNER

Reading, writing, speaking, and listening
AVAILABLE FROM 3 MONTHS

Able to extend the course every 3 months

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
3 Months	¥195,000

	Other fees
Enrollment fee	Included in the tuition
Textbooks	Included in the tuition

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

Student Demographics

China	29%
Vietnam	21%
South Korea	20%
Western	15%
Taiwan/Hong Kong	10%
Other	5%

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