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Kyoto JaLS – Japanese Language School

KYOTO

INFORMATION

Location: 2F Kyoto Fukutoku Building, 670, Tearaimizucho, Karasumadori-Nishikikojiagaru, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto, 604-8152

Closest Station: Karasuma Station

TEL: +81-(0)75-253-6001

Principal: Rieko Nishio

Founded: 2018

WEBSITE: https://japanese-languageschool.com/

OUTLINE

Number of Teacher: 20

Student Capacity: 140

Number of Students: 150

Student Nationalities: East Asia (29%), Europe (28%), North America (18%), Oceania (14%), Southeast Asia (11%)

VOICE

Representative

Study Japanese, Enjoy Japan, Make Friends in Japan！

At Kyoto Japanese Language School (JaLS), we love to hear students say, "I had lots of fun here!" It's not very common for people to visit the country and therefore we want to help students make the most of their time here. The staff and teachers at JaLS maintain very close relationships with students to make sure their time here is relaxing and enjoyable. In order to help students improve their Japanese language abilities, they are given many chances to communicate with local Japanese people our special programs. It is my hope that everyone who comes to study at our school has a great time and makes friends - not only with Japanese people but also with people from around the world. At Kyoto JaLS, not only do we provide Japanese language courses, but also cultural courses. These take place both in and outside the classroom. We make sure that you can practice and learn Japanese in a fun, efficient way, by offering many activities and the chance to stay with a host family!!

Rieko Nishio
Principal

Students / Teachers Voice

Elisabet (Iceland)

I did try out a different language school in Japan in between, but I can say with full confidence that I prefered the study program better at JaLS. Each class does not go over 8 students per room, which means there is enough time for the teacher to focus on each student. You have two different teachers throughout the week, so the subject you are studying gets tackled from a different point of view, which I find very practical. JaLS staff are very quick to respond to you whenever you need something, whatever it is. I managed to lose my backpack with my wallet and all important possessions inside. JaLS staff went out of their way to talk to the police and provide them a phone number to contact in case the bag was found (thankfully it was). I’ve been to three cities in Japan and Kyoto, I’ve experienced, is the richest in culture so far. Overall my experience with JaLS has never disappointed me.

Katrina (USA)

Kyoto JaLS has a very tight knit and supportive family environment where staff members and teachers are willing and eager to help you whenever you needed help or advice. Everyone at Kyoto JaLS made sure that you were having a good time while at school and were very friendly and engaging. There were many cultural activities that the students get to experience that take you to many different places in Kyoto.
The small class sizes also hosted by JaLS provide a perfect environment for to learn Japanese comfortably. In my class I always felt very encouraged and supported by my classmates and teacher. JaLS provides a very supportive environment to learn Japanese efficiently but still leaves plenty of time to have lots of fun after class.
JaLS is also a wonderful place to make friends with students from all over the world. I have met many good friends from Sapporo and Kyoto JaLS and I cannot wait to return so I can to make more!
I would recommend Sapporo and Kyoto JaLS to anyone who is interested in an amazing and unforgettable adventure in Japan.

Elise (France)

The members of the staff- whose kindness and eagerness to help are remarkable- always engaged in conversation with us on various topics and resorted to different levels of language in order to help us understand if it was too difficult the first time. I really appreciated the efforts made to help me understand. Also, both the teachers and the staff provided me with a lot of recommendations and advices on a wide range of topics regarding Kyoto or the japanese culture, and their interest always seemed genuine.
The learning space in itself is amazing. I really liked the style of the Co&Co lounge, really cosy and new, and it made us felt at home immediately. The fact that japanese people are also studying there is a great opportunity to make friends and engage in conversations in japanese (there are also special events organized by the school to facilitate these language exchanges, such as international parties or games conducted in japanese). The multicultural environment was very pleasant and exactly what I was hoping to find before coming.

Nashaat (Canada)

My experience with JaLS has been overwhelmingly positive! The teachers and staff are kind and hardworking, my classmates are friendly and truly international, and the school itself is simply amazing. Classes are really small so, unlike other schools I've been to, I actually get to really know my classmates and spend a lot of class time talking in Japanese. The school offers activities almost everyday to explore Kyoto attractions, culture, and cuisine. There are also lots of opportunities to meet and make friends with native Japanese speakers who use the same shared space that JaLS is a part of. Over the past few weeks I've definitely noticed an improvement in my Japanese, especially conversational ability and overall confidence. I am very happy that I chose JaLS!

COURSE

Course Description: The Standard Course is perfect for all levels of Japanese, from complete beginner, through to advanced students. No matter if you are studying Japanese for the first time, or if you have a lot of experience, JaLS's goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time, giving you many practical opportunities to speak in class-time and use what you learn each day. This course balances morning lesson time with free-afternoons for private study, activities or local events.

● Admission Period：Every Monday
● Course Length：Short-Term (starting at 1 week)
● Class Length：50 mins
● Class Time：➀ 9:30 - 12:20 / ② 13:30 - 15:20 (twice a week)

Course Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	8 weeks	12 weeks
Total	48,500 JPY	72,000 JPY	119,000 JPY	203,600 JPY	288,200 JPY
Registration	21,000 JPY
Tuition¹	23,500 JPY	47,000 JPY	94,000 JPY	178,600 JPY	263,200 JPY
Materials	4,000 JPY	4,000 JPY	4,000 JPY	4,000 JPY	4,000 JPY
Other²	Varies

¹: 21,150 JPY tuition charge per week from the 5th week onward (10% discount).
²: Payment fees vary based on payment method: 4,000 JPY for international wire transfers, 3.8% of total plus 40 JPY for PayPal.
*: Activities are not included in the cost of this course.

Accommodation Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	8 weeks	12 weeks
Sharehouse¹	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	132,000 JPY	198,000 JPY
Homestay	18,000 JPY	39,000 JPY	81,000 JPY	165,000 JPY	249,000 JPY
Apartment	32,350 JPY	60,690 JPY	118,240 JPY	210,360 JPY	313,540 JPY
Hotel	Please Inquire
Arrangement Fee²	15,000 JPY

¹: Stays of under 30 nights incur the full month’s fee
²: Collected for all accommodation types

Course Description: The traditional culture course includes Tea Ceremony, Calligraphy, Kimono, Japanese Food, Japanese garden, Visit to a shrine and so on. Even if you take this course for a month, you can take different classes every time. Teachers will kindly take you through, so you can join no matter the level of your Japanese.

● Admission Period：Every Monday
● Course Length：Short-Term (starting at 1 week)
● Class Length：50 mins
● Class Time：➀ 9:30 - 12:20 / ② 13:30 - 15:20 (twice a week)

Course Price

	1 week	2 weeks
Total	54,200 JPY	83,400 JPY
Registration	21,000 JPY	21,000 JPY
Tuition	29,200 JPY	58,400 JPY
Materials	4,000 JPY	4,000 JPY
Other¹	Varies	Varies

¹: Payment fees vary based on payment method: 4,000 JPY for international wire transfers, 3.8% of total plus 40 JPY for PayPal.
※: Maximum enrollment period of 2 weeks (may be combined with other courses for longer stays).
*: Cultural experiences are included in the cost of this course. Other activities are not.

Accommodation Price

	1 week	2 weeks
Sharehouse¹	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY
Homestay	18,000 JPY	39,000 JPY
Apartment	32,350 JPY	60,690 JPY
Hotel	Please Inquire
Arrangement Fee²	15,000 JPY

¹: Stays of under 30 nights incur the full month’s fee
²: Collected for all accommodation types

Course Description: Summer is the best season in Kyoto so come and study Japanese and experience Japanese culture this year! Kyoto JaLS has prepared a summer course for those who are searching for a fun summer program.

● Admission Period：Every Monday (June - August)
● Course Length：Short-Term (1-6 weeks)
● Class Length：50 mins
● Class Time：➀ 9:30 - 12:20 / ② 13:30 - 15:20 (twice a week)

Course Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks
Total	57,700 JPY	90,400 JPY	155,800 JPY	185,230 JPY	214,660 JPY
Registration	21,000 JPY
Tuition¹	32,700 JPY	65,400 JPY	130,800 JPY	160,230 JPY	189,660 JPY
Materials	4,000 JPY
Other²	Varies

¹: 29,430 JPY tuition charge per week from the 5th week onward (10% discount).
²: Payment fees vary based on payment method: 4,000 JPY for international wire transfers, 3.8% of total plus 40 JPY for PayPal.
※: Maximum enrollment period of 6 weeks (may be combined with other courses for longer stays).
*: Cultural experiences are included in the cost of this course. Other activities are not.

Accommodation Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks
Sharehouse¹	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	74,800 JPY	90,200 JPY
Homestay	18,000 JPY	36,000 JPY	90,000 JPY	180,000 JPY	270,000 JPY
Apartment	32,350 JPY	60,690 JPY	118,240 JPY	132,980 JPY	158,770 JPY
Hotel	Please Inquire
Arrangement Fee²	15,000 JPY

¹: Stays of under 30 nights incur the full month’s fee
²: Collected for all accommodation types

Course Description: Winter in Kyoto is a season when natural beauty stands out. Savor the beautiful views of falling snow on Kyoto’s temples and shrines. Come and enjoy the tradition of Kyoto while studying the Japanese language in the warm and cozy surroundings of our school!

● Admission Period：Every Monday (January - February)
● Course Length：Short-Term (1-6 weeks)
● Class Length：50 mins
● Class Time：➀ 9:30 - 12:20 / ② 13:30 - 15:20 (twice a week)

Course Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks
Total	57,700 JPY	90,400 JPY	155,800 JPY	185,230 JPY	214,660 JPY
Registration	21,000 JPY
Tuition¹	32,700 JPY	65,400 JPY	130,800 JPY	160,230 JPY	189,660 JPY
Materials	4,000 JPY
Other²	Varies

Accommodation Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks
Sharehouse¹	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	74,800 JPY	90,200 JPY
Homestay	18,000 JPY	39,000 JPY	81,000 JPY	165,000 JPY	249,000 JPY
Apartment	32,350 JPY	60,690 JPY	118,240 JPY	132,980 JPY	158,770 JPY
Hotel	Please Inquire
Arrangement Fee²	15,000 JPY

¹: Stays of under 30 nights incur the full month’s fee
²: Collected for all accommodation types

Course Description: Kyoto JaLS, we give you many chances to actually speak Japanese. It is no fun just repeating what the teacher says. We want you to be thinking, “How do you say this, in that situation” during class time. No matter if you are studying Japanese for the first time, or if you have already started, our goal is to help you get better at using Japanese in a short time. For efficient oral practice, this program is for you!

● Admission Period：Every Monday (January - February)
● Course Length：Short-Term (starting at 1 week)
● Class Length：50 mins
● Class Time：➀ 9:30 - 12:20 / ② 13:30 - 15:20 (3 times a week)

Course Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	8 weeks	12 weeks
Total	69,500 JPY	114,000 JPY	203,000 JPY	363,200 JPY	523,400 JPY
Registration	21,000 JPY
Tuition¹	44,500 JPY	89,000 JPY	178,000 JPY	338,200 JPY	498,400 JPY
Materials	4,000 JPY
Other²	Varies

¹: 37,350 JPY tuition charge per week from the 5th week onward (10% discount).
²: Payment fees vary based on payment method: 4,000 JPY for international wire transfers, 3.8% of total plus 40 JPY for PayPal.
*: Activities are not included in the cost of this course.

Accommodation Price

	1 week	2 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks
Sharehouse¹	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	66,000 JPY	74,800 JPY	90,200 JPY
Homestay	18,000 JPY	39,000 JPY	81,000 JPY	165,000 JPY	249,000 JPY
Apartment	32,350 JPY	60,690 JPY	118,240 JPY	132,980 JPY	158,770 JPY
Hotel	Please Inquire
Arrangement Fee²	15,000 JPY

¹: Stays of under 30 nights incur the full month’s fee
²: Collected for all accommodation types

SERVICE

Wi-Fi

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

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

Well lit area to relax with a cup of coffee or tea.
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

JaLS GROUP has received a number of international recognition since it's founding in 2012 and has made a name for itself through its specialization in short-term program offerings, intimate learning environment, and the number of opportunities it affords its students to use Japanese in real-life situations with local Japanese people. Programs at JaLS schools are highly recommended for those seeking to come to Japan for short periods, study in the morning, and explore the country in the afternoon.

AREA INFOMATION

Kyoto Prefecture occupies an important and long-standing place in Japanese history. Previously the imperial capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto is speckled with ancient temples and shrines, traditional crafts, enchanted forests, and scenic views. In the north, Kyoto is ringed by mountains and the sea, as well as the famous sandbar, Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three most scenic spots. Apart from Kyoto City and the Otokuni Bamboo Grove, the southern part of Kyoto is also home to a number of castle sites, historical landmarks, and rich tea culture.

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