Study Japanese in Japan
Study in Japan with DEOW Japan
Are you interested in the Japanese language, Japanese culture or manga? DEOW Japan helps people from around the world study and live in Japan, from choosing a school to settling in after you arrive. Our New York office is here to help you get started.
Why DEOW
- Free application support: we do not charge students for application support. Partner schools pay us a small commission only after a student arrives in Japan and enrolls.
- One point of contact for comparing schools, preparing your application and getting ready for your visa.
- All of our counsellors have lived or studied in Japan for extended periods.
- Support after you arrive, including address registration, National Health Insurance, My Number, a phone plan and a bank account.
- 24-hour emergency assistance.
Studying in Japan
Japan is a great place to learn the language at its source and to experience its culture, from historic cities to manga and anime. You can choose a busy city like Tokyo or Osaka, a mid-sized city like Nagoya or Fukuoka, or a historic city like Kyoto. Each area offers a different lifestyle and cost of living, so we will help you find the right fit.
Steps to Achieve Your Dream
- Step 1: Our Programs
- Step 2: When to apply
- Step 3: Preparations
- Step 4: Accommodation
- Step 5: Questions?
Our Programs
Japanese Language Schools
Short-term and long-term courses across Japan.
Private Online Japanese Language Classes
1-on-1 lessons with experienced teachers, with a free 20-minute trial.
150-Hour Japanese Preparation Program
Build the foundation and certificate many language school applicants need.
2-Week Intensive Manga Program
Taught in English by professional manga artists in Tokyo, with a maximum of 4 students. No experience required.
Accommodation
Share houses, apartments and student housing through our partners.
We also support high school, college and university applications. Please ask us!
When to apply
Most schools in Japan start their academic year in April, and many language schools also have intakes in January, July and October. Spaces are limited and deadlines can change, so we recommend applying early. Short-term programs have their own start dates, so ask us about current availability.
Preparations
| Language | Depending on your nationality and school, you may need proof of at least 150 hours of Japanese study or a Japanese test score. We will check what applies to you. |
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| Visa | Short-term studies usually last up to 90 days and can often be done on a tourist visa, depending on your nationality. Long-term studies of 6 months to 2 years require a student visa, and we will help you prepare your documents. We recommend starting at least 6 months in advance. |
| Accommodation | We work with trusted share house and apartment partners. Most options open up around 3 months before your arrival. See Step 4 for our partners. |
| Costs | Tuition at Japanese language schools is around ¥600,000 to ¥1,300,000 or more per year. Living expenses are around ¥100,000 to ¥150,000 per month in major cities like Tokyo and Osaka, and may be lower in smaller cities. Most students prepare ¥2,000,000 to ¥3,000,000 for a year of study and daily living. |
| Working part-time | With a work permit, students on a student visa can work up to 28 hours per week, and up to 40 hours per week during school breaks. |
Accommodation
DEOW Japan works with several foreigner-friendly accommodation agencies, with options at different price ranges. We recommend starting your search after you receive your Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Casa Tokiwa
A guest house in Nakano, Tokyo, and a great home base for your time in Japan.
XROSS House
Fill out the form and their staff will assist you through the whole process.
Oak House
Fill out the form to receive a ¥10,000 discount on your first payment. They will contact you with options based on your preferences.
Share House 180
Fill out the form and they will help you arrange your accommodation.
E-Heya
Fill out the form and they will help you arrange your accommodation.
Modern Living Tokyo
Fill out the form and they will help you arrange your accommodation.
Questions?
Use the form below to reach us. You can also call our New York office at +1 917-703-4236, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00 (New York time).
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