Schools in Kofu

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Schools in Kofu are the perfect choice for students who want to focus on their Japanese studies while living in a peaceful, natural setting with a lower cost of living. Choosing this city allows you to escape the high prices and crowds of larger metropolitan areas while still receiving a high-quality education in the capital of Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a great option for those who want an authentic, local experience where they can easily talk with neighbors and become part of a close-knit community.

As a city located near the base of Mt. Fuji, Kofu is famous for its mountain views, local fruit, wine, and relaxing hot springs. With a population of fewer than 200,000 people, it offers a quiet atmosphere where you can go hiking or camping in the nearby Fuji Five Lakes district during the summer. In the winter, you can warm up in a local onsen while looking out at the snow-capped mountains. If you prefer a slower pace of life and want to be surrounded by Japan’s natural beauty, Kofu provides a unique and affordable place to live and learn.

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UNITAS

Unitas was founded in 1970 and is part of the Teikyo University Group, the largest education group in Japan. Study in Japan at UNITAS with Go! Go! Nihon

Kofu, Yamanashi

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From first contact to arriving in Japan

Founded by language students for language students, Go! Go! Nihon supports your application to study in Japan every step of the way.

From choosing the right school for you, to helping you settle into your new life in Japan, you can rely on us for support and guidance.

Up to one year before

Start researching your options - city, duration, visa, school & contact us with any questions and to start your application

8 months before

Start 150 hours of study to meet visa requirements. You can do this either at a language institution or with our online course.

7-5 months before

Send your application documents & pay the school application fee to reserve your spot

3-1 months before

Pay the tuition fee to your chosen school. Book your flights

2 months before

Consider your accommodation options and book your spot.

1 month before

Receive your COE and submit it to your Japanese embassy to get your Japan student visa. Start packing for Japan!

Arrive in Japan

Get settled in your accommodation, register your residence at the ward office, sign up for health insurance and apply for the pension exemption. Start school!

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In 2009, after meeting and studying at a Japanese language school together, Davide and John start working on a project that will make the process of living and studying in Japan much easier. The idea for Go! Go! Nihon is born. The service and website is launched with Italian, Swedish, and English language support. There is an immediate positive reception to the service and the first long-term students start the October session that year.

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