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Recommended for Westerners
The school’s curriculum has accounted for students who need more time and support to learn Kanji, etc. Not a feature of this school.
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Flexible Class Schedule
You are able to request an AM or PM class schedule based on your needs. Not a feature of this school.
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Wifi Available
Rest assured that this school has wifi available. Not a feature of this school.
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Part-time Job Support
This school introduces part-time job opportunities so you can work while studying. Not a feature of this school.
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Higher Education Counselling
This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation. Not a feature of this school.
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Career Support
counsellors are available to provide specialized support for full-time employment after graduation. Not a feature of this school.
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Dormitories Available
This school introduces affordable shared living spaces. Not a feature of this school.
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Apartments Available
This school introduces private apartments. Not a feature of this school.
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Homestay Available
This school introduceslocal Japanese families where students can live while studying. Not a feature of this school.
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In-School Activities
This school organizes regular interactive & cultural activities in the school. Not a feature of this school.
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Out-of-School Activities
This school organizes out-of-school day-trips, excursions and events throughout the year. Not a feature of this school.
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Student Lounge
Space outside of the classroom is available for students to interact casually and/or study. Not a feature of this school.
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School Introduction
The Hokkaido Japanese Language School is located in the center of Sapporo, a 5-minute walk from Sapporo and Odori Stations, making it convenient for transportation. The City of Sapporo is surrounded by the beautful nature of Hokkaido, and being the biggest city in Hokkaido, it has many shopping centers, cafes, and delicious restaurants, providing memorable and interesting life experiences to all students who attend this school. The Hokkaido Japanese Language School is not a specialized exam school, but rather a Japanese language school specializing in short-term study abroad, with every Monday being admission day and every Friday being graduation day, allowing students the ability to adjust their admission and study times, in accordance with our school policy. The aim of the courses is to help students remember Japanese naturally, and in this way has attracted a variety of people ranging from high school and university students while taking a break from their studies, company employees during vacation time, retired people, thus forming a unique student body with people aged anywhere from 14 to 60+. Since its founding in April 2012, the school has always received good feedback from its students, with 10% of its students returning to the school for further studies. Teachers, staff and students tend to form a close and friendly bond, and enjoy time conversing on campus in a notable collective living room, where students can also feel comfortably at home. At the end of the course, teachers often give students a Graduation Album with many all of the images taken during their study with their newly-founded friends.| Total Number of Students: | 25~50 |
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| Class Size: | Up to 6 people |
| School Staff Support Languages: | English, Chinese, Korean |
| Minimum Course Duration: | 1 week |
Main Features
- Dynamic class style
- Each class has a maximum of 6 people, a minimum of 3 people. At all levels, the lesson focuses on conversation, with plenty of conversation and freedom to ask questions to teachers. At the elementary level, students start with regular conversation, with content that is designed so that the student can apply the vocabulary learned that day. At the intermediate level, students achieve a good level of listening and reading comprehension. In addition to class time, students also actively interact with local people in the area, such that even those who were afraid to communicate prior to the program demonstrate significantly increased confidence to do so at the Hokkaido Japanese Language School.
- Diverse activities
- The school organizes various kinds of activities, such as seasonal festivals, cultural experiences, exchange events, tours, and culinary activities. Specific examples include: the Mochi Festival on New Year, a visit to Hokkaido temple, the Sapporo Snow Festival, Neon Lights, and a Hokkaido ski experience. In the spring & summer, there is the Soran Yosakoi Festival, the Sapporo Festival, Anime Festival, and sailing experiences to be enjoyed. In addition, throughout the year, students learn Japanese experientially through activities such as making ice cream, riding horses, experiencing animal agriculture, going fruit-picking, experiencing agricultural work, fishing, watching movies, and going on various foodie tours including coffee, sushi, and ramen.
- Comprehensive student support
- The school supports various accommodation types depending on the needs of the student, such as homestay, hotel, share houses, and weekly inns. In particular, homestay hosts are directly contracted & regularly visited by school staff, who ensure a quality living environment. The school also arranges support staff in case of an emergency so students can be assured of 24-hour assistance should they need it.
The school has a movie theater, wifi room, library, and sports room, accessible outside school hours, as well as a quiet lounge space equipped with coffee that students can freely use.
The school has created a “friendship program” with bringing together friendly & open-minded Hokkaido people with students as a way to make friends with local people. In this program, Japanese volunteers come to the school every afternoon so students can freely chat with them and practice & learn Japanese naturally throughout the afternoon.
School Location
Nearest station: Sapporo station ( JR hakodatehonsen line, Chitose, Sasho (Gakuentoshi)
Distance from station: 5 minutes walk.
Nearest station: Odori station ( Sapporoshieichikatetsutozai lines, Nanboku line, Toho line)
Distance from station: 5 minutes walk.
This school is located in center city and also close to Susukino, where is know for a famous entertainment district in Hokkaido. In addition, there is a botanic garden nearby, so you are able to enjoy a nature to refresh yourself,
Available Courses
- Standard Course/Japanese Tourism Course
- Standard Course＋Extra Class
- Traditional culture / POP culture / Fashion culture Course
- Summer Course, Winter Course
- JLPT N2, N3 Exam Preparation Course
Standard Course/Japanese Tourism Course
Tuition Fees
| Tuitions | |
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| 1 week | ¥23,500 |
| 2 weeks | ¥47,000 |
| 3 weeks | ¥70,500 |
| 4 weeks | ¥94,000 |
| 5 weeks | ¥115,150 |
| 6 weeks | ¥136,300 |
| 7 weeks | ¥157,450 |
| 8 weeks | ¥178,600 |
| 9 weeks | ¥199,750 |
| 10 weeks | ¥220,900 |
| 11 weeks | ¥242,050 |
| 12 weeks | ¥263,200 |
※ From week 5 onwards, tuition fees will be reduced by ￥ 21,150 per week(10% OFF).
| Enrolment fees | ¥21,000 |
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| Documents | ¥4,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Standard Course＋Extra Class
Tuition Fees
| Tuitions | |
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| 1 week | ¥41,500 |
| 2 weeks | ¥83,000 |
| 3 weeks | ¥124,500 |
| 4 weeks | ¥166,000 |
| 5 weeks | ¥203,350 |
| 6 weeks | ¥240,700 |
| 7 weeks | ¥278,050 |
| 8 weeks | ¥315,400 |
| 9 weeks | ¥352,750 |
| 10 weeks | ¥390,100 |
| 11 weeks | ¥427,450 |
| 12 weeks | ¥464,800 |
※ From week 5 onwards, tuition fees will be reduced by ￥ 21,150 per week(10% OFF).
| Enrolment fees | ¥21,000 |
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| Documents | ¥4,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Traditional culture / POP culture / Fashion culture Course
Tuition Fees
| Tuitions | |
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| 1 week | ¥29,200 |
| 2 weeks | ¥58,400 |
| 3 weeks | ¥87,600 |
| 4 weeks | ¥116,800 |
| 5 weeks | ¥143,080 |
| 6 weeks | ¥169,360 |
| 7 weeks | ¥195,640 |
| 8 weeks | ¥221,920 |
| 9 weeks | ¥248,200 |
| 10 weeks | ¥274,480 |
| 11 weeks | ¥300,760 |
| 12 weeks | ¥327,040 |
※ From week 5 onwards, tuition fees will be reduced by ￥ 21,150 per week(10% OFF).
| Enrolment fees | ¥21,000 |
|---|---|
| Documents | ¥4,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Summer Course, Winter Course
Tuition Fees
| Tuitions | |
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| 1 week | ¥32,700 |
| 2 weeks | ¥65,400 |
| 3 weeks | ¥98,100 |
| 4 weeks | ¥130,800 |
| 5 weeks | ¥160,230 |
| 6 weeks | ¥189,660 |
| 7 weeks | ¥219,090 |
| 8 weeks | ¥248,520 |
| 9 weeks | ¥277,950 |
| 10 weeks | ¥307,380 |
| 11 weeks | ¥336,810 |
| 12 weeks | ¥366,240 |
※ From week 5 onwards, tuition fees will be reduced by ￥ 21,150 per week(10% OFF).
| Enrolment fees | ¥21,000 |
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| Documents | ¥4,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
JLPT N2, N3 Exam Preparation Course
Tuition Fees
| Enrolment fees | ¥21,000 |
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| Tuitions | ¥70,500/3 weeks |
| Documents | ¥4,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Student Demographics
| Southeast Asia |
29% |
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| Europe |
28% |
| North America |
18% |
| Southeast Asia |
14% |
| Oceania |
11% |
Our Free Services
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
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School & Visa
Application Support -
Free Japanese
Language Lessons -
Accommodation
Setup -
24-Hour
Emergency Assistance
