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Genki Japanese & Culture School – Fukuoka

FUKUOKA

INFORMATION

Location: Genki Building, Hakataekihigashi 1-16-23, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, 812-0013

Closest Station: Hakata Station

TEL: +81-(0)92-472-0123

Principal: Evan Tamerlane Kirby

Founded: 2005

WEBSITE: https://genkijacs.com/

OUTLINE

Number of Teacher and Staff: 21

Student Capacity: 130

Current Number of Students: 679 (Fukuoka & Tokyo Combined)

Student Nationalities: Europe (35%), North America (20%), Oceania (20%), South America (15%), East Asia (5%), Others (5%)

VOICE

Representative

Don't Just Learn Japanese, Learn Japan!

Genki Japanese School is a study abroad school for foreigners who want to learn Japanese in Japan. We have locations in Fukuoka City, in southern Japan, in the Shinjuku area of Tokyo, and in the famous historical Gion district of Kyoto. We specialize in teaching communicative Japanese, and unlike most Japanese language schools, our courses are aimed at speakers of non-kanji languages (mainly, European languages). You can start on any Monday throughout the year, and study for as many weeks as you like. We're the most flexible, fun and rewarding Japanese school in Japan!

All of our Japanese teachers are graduates of a 420-hour Japanese teacher training course at a recognized study institution and have extensive experience teaching to foreigners. That is why we have students from more than 50 different countries who come to learn Japanese with us every year.

We offer also combined Japanese language programs for our three schools in order to offer our students the possibility of experiencing all three cities and have the best and most complete Japanese Language and Culture learning.

Oscar San Jose
Sales & Marketing Team Leader

Why this school?

POINT1

【Small and Well-Rounded Classes】
Thanks to our small classes with a maximum of 8 students per class, we can offer more personalized and intensive learning than regular schools. Students get different teachers every day so as not get too used to one accent or way of speaking. This strengthens their listening abilities faster. Teachers write daily reports of each student in order for each teacher to know their students well even while continuously changing classes.
Our classes are 100% in Japanese from the complete beginner level and our extra special cultural activities are available on Saturdays in order for students to get more immersed in the culture.
Our teachers love teaching this beautiful language and students are able to feel the Genki passion from the first day. Students do not only learn the language though us, they learn Japan.
POINT2

【Conversation-Oriented Learning】
Our specialized teaching method focuses on communicative Japanese, and unlike most Japanese language schools, our courses are aimed at speakers of non-kanji languages (mainly, European languages). This makes us a good choice for everybody. Our students learn to speak quickly. This provides them with incentive and the willingness to learn more difficult grammar and writing without losing faith along the way. This is different than what usually happens in traditional language schools in Japan that are more focused on grammar and writing.
We are a language school in Japan that lives up to the high quality standards of Japan but also has the flexibility of a European school and this makes us a unique.
We also do not spend too much time on learning hiragana at school. This makes it possible for students who only in Japan for a couple of weeks or are complete beginners to jump into the content and get the most out of their short stay.
POINT3

【A Place to Call Home】
Our schools have a unique at-home atmosphere with a very friendly multi-lingual staff that are always willing to help. We aim to be a second home to our students so that they do not feel lonely when they are far from their countries. Teachers continuously support students and have the flexibility to adapt their classes to suit the levels and needs of their students.
Our flexible starting dates allow people with previous experience to start on any Monday of the month. Our school is only closed for official bank holidays making it possible for students to study with us over the Christmas period as well. We aim to offer the best to our students, always listen to them, and care for them not as clients but as family.

Students / Teachers Voice

Chloe (UK)

I would fully recommend studying at Genki, it combines Japanese language with a European teaching environment. Genki JACs hosts international students from all over the world, with the requirement that everyone speaks Japanese in class - which makes learning a lot faster. Any problems or difficulties faced are handled by the friendly staff, be it in or out of class, in or out of the building - the staff are always willing and hoping to be helpful and available. Other ways Genki JACs works to improve the students learning experience is by hosting trips, events and language exchanges. It’s easy to find a school to study in, or buy a textbook to study from - but finding a place that encourages and motivates experience, education, and comfort is hard to find.

Noah (Germany)

Having studied Japanese on my own for 5 months I came to Japan the first time in order to learn in a more practical way.
Since all classes are taught in Japanese, I could completely immerse myself into the language and quickly improve my listening and speaking. Apart from Japanese I am using English a lot and can hit two birds with one stone because at Genki JACS it is easy to get in touch with each other.
What I also love about Genki JACS Fukuoka are the events and small things they provide every student. On rainy days they will give you free towels and on national holidays they organize free local field trips. They do their best to help the students with everything important to organize for the time in Fukuoka. Moreover, there are events every week, which will let you meet up with your schoolmates and even real Japanese.
Last but not least, Fukuoka is a great city to learn Japanese. It might not be as popular as other cities, however, this is an advantage in my opinion. Thanks to its manageable size you are less likely to get lost, but there are still plenty of places to see, which are even close to Genki JACS, such as Karaoke, Arcades and Izakayas, and there might be only a few more better cities when it comes to Ramen.
So if you want to learn Japanese effectively, make many international friends, and immerse yourself in the exciting Japanese culture, do not hesitate and come to Fukuoka!

Cian (Ireland)

Genki JACS is a wonderful school, and I'm not the only one who thinks so. I know this because in my class of five people, all of us are returning students. For me, what I love about the school is how warm and friendly all of the people who work there are. There are also many opportunities to socialise at Genki JACS. Every Friday, the student lifestyle coordinator organises a party where you have opportunities to meet students from all over the world, as well as discover interesting places and events in Fukuoka. Genki JACS also has ways of facilitating you meeting Japanese people so you can make local friends and practice your Japanese with natives. You could attend the Language Exchange Lounge twice a week where you get to meet people of all English and Japanese levels. I love Genki JACS and I would recommend it to anyone who has any interest in learning Japanese or about Japanese culture.

COURSE

Course Description: Learn how to communicate with Japanese people in daily situations. Gain the Japanese language skills necessary to travel on your own, order at restaurants, ask for directions, and buy what you need anywhere in Japan.

Special Features: Students may add plus modules to customize their learning experience. Modules include conversation, traditional culture, pop culture, and a "nextGen" (summer school for minors) module. Cultural activities are also available for students that want a more culturally immersive experience.

● Admission Periods：Every Monday
● Course Length：1 week - 6 months
● Class Length：50 mins/lesson
● Class Time：➀9:30 - 13:10 / ②11:25 - 15:50 / ③14:05 - 17:45
※Complete beginners start on the first Monday of any month (3rd Monday of June, July, and August).

Course Price

	1 Week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks
Total	54,000 JPY	86,500 JPY	11,9000 JPY	151,500 JPY	184,000 JPY
Registration	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY
Tuition	32,500 JPY	65,000 JPY	97,500 JPY	130,000 JPY	162,500 JPY
Other	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY	10,750 JPY

Accommodation Price

	1 Week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks
Homestay (Breakfast)	15,000 JPY	30,000 JPY	45,000 JPY	60,000 JPY	75,000 JPY
Homestay (Half Board)	19,200 JPY	38,400 JPY	57,600 JPY	76,800 JPY	96,000 JPY
Apartment	25,000 JPY	50,000 JPY	75,000 JPY	100,000 JPY	125,000 JPY
Dormitory	15,000 JPY	30,000 JPY	45,000 JPY	60,000 JPY	75,000 JPY
Supervised Dormitory¹	17,200 JPY	34,400 JPY	51,600 JPY	68,800 JPY	86,000 JPY

¹: Includes half board. No meals on Sundays.

Plus Modules Description: Modules are can be taken in addition to the standard course and provide opportunities for students to customize their learning experience. Modules may not be taken independently of the standard course.

＜ Plus Conversation ＞: This module focuses just on conversational topics such as dialects, slang, and modern Japanese. This option is aimed at students with previous experience.
● 5 extra hours of conversation classes per week are offered.

＜ Plus Traditional Culture ＞: This module offers students the opportunity to learn about the traditional culture while learning the language, and the chance to participate in it with practical activities.
● 6 extra hours of cultural experiences per week are offered.
● 4 Week Maximum. Held on Saturday.

＜ Plus Pop-Culture ＞: This module teaches all the latest trends in Japanese pop culture, letting students experience the most fun activities Japan has to offer, from cosplaying as your favorite anime character to drawing your very own manga.
● 6 extra hours of cultural experiences per week are offered.
● 4 Week Maximum. Held on Saturday.

＜ Plus nextGen ＞: Students may go sightseeing, try on a kimono and experience tea ceremony, visit a manga school, practice martial arts, and more. This module combines the traditional and pop-culture modules and is designed for students ages 14-19.
● Only June/July /August

Plus Module Price Chart

							Price
Conversation							10,000 JPY
Traditional Culture
Pop-Culture
nextGen

Course Description: Discounted long-term courses are available for periods of 6-months (24 weeks) and 1 year (40 weeks). Students will participate in the standard course.

● Admission Periods：Janurary /April /July /August
● Course Length：6 months - 1 year
● Visa or 6-month visa waiver required
● Class Length：50 mins/lesson
● Class Time：➀9:30 - 13:10 / ②11:25 - 15:50 / ③14:05 - 17:45

Course Price Chart

						Price
6 Months						590,000 JPY
1 Year						990,000 JPY

*: 6-month visa waiver or student visa required.

SERVICE

Wi-Fi

Free internet access for all students studying at the school.
Lounge

Student lounge for studying, relaxing, or passing the time.
Library

A variety of reading materials available for study or leisure.
Activities

Experience Japanese culture with cultural experiences and activities.
Internships

Gain real-world work experience in a Japanese work environment.
Language Partners

Improve your communication skills with a language partner.
Accommodations

Assistance to find the room that is right for you.
Airport Pickup

Arrive directly at your accommodation after a long flight.

MOTTO JAPAN
RECOMMENDATION

Genki JACS offers both short and long-term courses making it ideal for students who simply want to enjoy their time in Japan while studying a language or prepare to advance into the next chapter in their academic or professional careers. Students also have the ability to customize their study by adding special subject options to their courses. Genki JACS is internationally recognized and the first language school to receive the ST Magazine World Language School Star Award in 2016 and receiving it again in 2018. The school is also one of only two in Japan that is accredited by the International Association of Language Centers (IALC).

FEATURES

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AREA INFOMATION

The heart of international trade in Kyushu, Fukuoka boasts a high concentration of technology and manufacturing enterprises and is one of Japan's economic centers. Home to many of Japan's leading automotive, software, and envirotech enterprises, the city is a short 5-minute train ride away from the airport. Many people come from abroad to study, work, and live here and it is famous for its high-quality shopping and food culture. The area is rich with nature in the form of mountains, rivers, and the sea. There are also many festivals to enjoy making it a great place to pursue Japanese language studies.