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- Apply now for:
- October 2024
- Deadline to apply:
- Late May 2024
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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.
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Wifi Available
Rest assured that this school has wifi available.
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Higher Education Counselling
This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation.
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Dormitories Available
This school introduces affordable shared living spaces.
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Apartments Available
This school introduces private apartments.
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In-School Activities
This school organizes regular interactive & cultural activities in the school.
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Out-of-School Activities
This school organizes out-of-school day-trips, excursions and events throughout the year.
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Student Lounge
Space outside of the classroom is available for students to interact casually and/or study.
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School Introduction
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At Kyoto Institute of Culture & Language, which was founded in 1969, we seek to provide a place to experience Japan. Our classes and grade promotion systems are assigned by students' learning level proficiency and students have many educational activities outside the classroom. We treasure the interactions with students and Japanese, locals, and international students from the world balcony. We utilize educational assets at Kyoto University of the Arts and Kyoto Institute of Design to allow students experience and understand Japanese culture. |
| Total Number of Students: | 277 |
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| Class Size: | 15 |
| School Staff Support Languages: | English, Chinese |
| Enrolment Terms: | April, October |
| Minimum Course Duration: | Short Term: 4 weeks / Long Term: 2 years |
Main Features
- Learn useful Japanese for various purposes
- The school offers a promotion system organized by levels according to learning proficiency and educational activities that extend beyond the classroom. You can learn Japanese for academic, professional, or personal goals.
- Scholarships available
- The language school offers 3 students a scholarship of 50,000 yen. Furthermore, MEXT also offers scholarships monthly for students with good performance.
- Build a network with people from all around the world
- The school has students from over 80 countries and regions who share a campus with Kyoto University of Arts and Design. You can interact with Japanese students and local people through various exchange programs.
- Experience Japanese culture in Kyoto
- The school provides opportunities to experience various aspects of Japanese culture through culture experience programs. You can also utilize the educational assets of the university, such as its theater and gallery.
- Receive full support for your future plans
- The school has a dedicated staff who will assist you with your career guidance, university entrance exams, JLPT preparation, visa application, and other procedures. The school also offers internship opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience.
School Location
Kyoto Institute of Culture and Language is located in Kyoto, facing the Shirakawa street and is only a 15-minute walk away from the Ginkakuji Temple & Philosopher’s Walk.
The former capital of Japan, Kyoto, is often referred to as “city of students”, because it is a center for culture and learning.It is the birthplace of many traditional arts such as the art of flower arrangement called Kado or the tea ceremonies that are called Chado.
Nearest Stations:
Kamihatecho / Uryuyamagakuen Kyoto Geijutsudaigaku-mae (Kyoto Univ. of the Arts) Bus Stop (5-minute walk)
Chayama Station (14-minute walk)
Available Courses
- General Japanese - Long Term
- Summer Intensive Course - Short Term
General Japanese - Long Term
Course Description
The General Japanese Course is a 2-year program and offers classes for students that can already read and write hiragana and katakana and have already completed 12 or more years of school education. This course offers electives in fields such as cultural studies, job hunting preparation, university/vocational college entrance exam preparation and many more.
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2-year course (To enroll in this course the ability to read and write Hiragana and Katakana is required.)
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
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| April | 2 years | Mid July |
Early November |
| October | 2 years | Mid January |
Late May |
Morning and afternoon classes:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 15:10 (Tuesdays)
Elective classes:
- Elective classes are held from 13:30 to 15:10 (Mondays and Thursdays)
- Elective classes are held from 13:30 to 17:00 (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Course Features & Electives
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REGULAR JAPANESE CURRICULA
Focus on 4 basic skills in the regular Japanese curricula classes: Reading, writing, speaking and listening
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SEMINAR CLASS
Learn practical Japanese in the seminar and learn how to make presentations in Japanese
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JLPT PREPARATION (OPTIONAL)
This elective focuses on the N2~N1 preparation, which is useful for the job hunting
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BUSINESS AND JAPANESE (OPTIONAL)
Students learn manners and important terms for job hunting in this elective
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KYOTO CULTURE CLASS (OPTIONAL)
Learn how to understand the culture through daily life related classes and trough history education
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KUA EXAM PREPARATION (OPTIONAL)
Preparation class for the entrance exam of the Kyoto University of Arts (also useful for other universities or vocational schools)
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 6 Months | ¥330,000 |
| 1 Year | ¥660,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Facilities | ¥25,000 (6 months) ¥50,000 (1 year) |
| Screening fee | ¥20,000 |
| Enrollment fee | ¥100,000 |
| Textbooks | ¥16,500 (6 months) ¥33,000 (1 year) |
| Activitites |
¥17,000 (6 months) ¥34,000 (1 year) |
| Insurance |
¥8,500 (6 months) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Summer Intensive Course - Short Term
Course Description
This Summer Intensive Course takes 4 weeks and is designed for students of various levels from students that have no previous language study experience to students that already reached N3~N2 level.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Deadline |
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| Late July | 4-week |
Mid May~Mid July* |
* Different deadlines for demonestic/overseas applicants and those who wish to stay at the dormitory
Morning classes:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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REGULAR JAPANESE CURRICULA
Focus on 4 basic skills in the regular Japanese curricula classes: Reading, writing, speaking and listening
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PRACTICAL JAPANESE
Learn Japanese in the classroom and use it during out-of-school activities
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ACTIVITIES
Students experience exciting activities such as observation tours and culture experience programs
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 4 Weeks | ¥90,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥100,000 |
| Medical Support Service | ¥2,000 |
| Textbooks | ¥5,000 |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Student Demographics
| Taiwan |
41% |
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| Thailand |
19% |
| Italy |
7% |
| Asia |
12% |
| Europe |
6% |
| Hong Kong |
4% |
| USA |
4% |
| North-central-south america |
3% |
| Oceania |
1% |
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
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Accommodation
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24-Hour
Emergency Assistance
