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Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
With over 50 years of experience, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute is in the position to help you speak Japanese, enter a Japanese university, or work in Japan. They employ the Ezoe Teaching Method, which is a unique and visual learning method, fine-tuned for teaching Japanese to foreigners.
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Custom teaching method for western students
Its original teaching method, the “Ezoe Method”, is the biggest and strongest differentiation between Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute and other schools. This innovative and creative teaching strategy took many years to develop but has proven effective in enabling students to acquire language skills and express themselves. Combined with our blended learning system “Visual Learning Japanese” (created in collaboration with NTT Communications), students can continue practicing at home, thus learning the Japanese language basics faster.
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute also takes prides in its attentive academic and career counseling for those who want to go to a Japanese university or work in Japan. We provide this so students can explain what their goals are in Japan, and they will be given appropriate suggestions and advice on school choices, resume writing, and interview training.
WiFi available
Free Wifi is available to students.
Student lounge available
English speaking staff available
There will be English-speaking staff available to assist you with any issues that may arise during your time at the school.
Full time employment support
From preparing you for interviews to teaching you proper business Japanese, this school provides support for when you’re ready to join the Japanese workforce.
Part time job support
The school provides support by posting available part-time jobs in the area and preparing you for the interview.
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Location
Our school is located in Takadanobaba, Tokyo.
DISTANCE TO TRAIN STATIONS (Walking time)
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We are now accepting applications for April 2027 term
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
What our students say
The friends that I made from day one at SNG have remained one of the most important aspects of my experience here.
Christine
Singapore
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
Our Japanese Courses
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
GENERAL JAPANESE COURSE
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute offers courses of all levels, from beginner to advanced, and even business Japanese. They provide students with flexible class schedules to suit the needs of each individual student, also special courses such as JLPT and EJU preparation for students who wish to move onto higher education. They also offer students the chance to join Japanese Keigo lessons.
Course length
WITHOUT STUDENT VISA
3 Months
WITH STUDENT VISA
6-24 Months
Available starts
Long term students – 6 months – 2 years
April - October
Short term students – 3 months
January - April - July - October
School usually starts in the first or second week of the month’s term start.
Schedule (weekdays)
Morning class 09:10 to 12:40
Or
Afternoon class 13:30 to 17:00
Course hours per week: 20
Classes are either in the morning or in the afternoon, based on your level of Japanese.
Other features
JLPT prep elective classes
These JLPT classes will prepare you for levels N2 or N1. They will focus on teaching you techniques to pass the test and will focus on the different sections that you will encounter in the test.
Higher education prep
This elective class prepares you for the EJU test, which is required for all students aiming to attend university in Japan.
School Intensity
This school provides different course intensities to suit students needs:
Medium intensity course - This course offers a good balance between study pace and free time. This means that you’ll be able to enjoy your life in Japan, while still being able to effectively progress your studies.
Medium-high intensity course - The amount of self-study required to keep pace of the class leaves some free time. It is a good option for students who are willing to spend more time studying so they can progress quicker but also want to have some time outside of class to enjoy life in Japan.
Total course costs
GENERAL JAPANESE COURSE
For long-term students (studying for 6 months or more), extended student health insurance is also included.
3 months
¥265000
6 months
¥565800
15 months
¥1202900
3 months
¥265000
6 months
¥565800
12 months
¥990000
18 months
¥1415800
24 months
¥1840000
3 months
¥265000
6 months
¥565800
12 months
¥990000
21 months
¥1627900
3 months
¥265000
6 months
¥565800
12 months
¥990000
18 months
¥1415800
TERM 1 - 2
BEGINNER
Beginner I and II : Study essential, real-life grammar and expressions, with particular stress on conversational Japanese. Students learn the fundamentals of daily Japanese using an Integrated Grammar Notebook (binder) and “Juubako” cards (original grammar cards), making comprehension easy. This course focuses on Japanese expressions useful for greetings, dining out, shopping, speaking on the phone, and other practical situations. Teaching materials : Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute original textbook, VLJ (digital contents : LMS, mobile app).
TERM 3 - 4
INTERMEDIATE
Course length: 2 levels (3 months per level) Intermediate I and II: Manage more complex and intricate interactions in daily life. The curriculum at this level, which incorporates composition writing, mini interviews, and studying haikus, is organized so students can gain a richer sense of the language in preparation for studying at a Japanese university or vocational school. Difficulty level corresponds to level N2 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Teaching materials: SNG original textbook.
TERM 5 - 7
ADVANCED
Advanced I, II and III: Designed for total fluency in daily Japanese communication in any situation. Students will study materials from novels and commentaries, to business and economics, to history and culture. Instruction is given in organized composition writing and debating skills. The curriculum, which incorporates projects such as producing student radio dramas, writing newspaper articles and conducting street interviews, enables students’ independence with the language while improving their knowledge of everyday spoken Japanese. The level of difficulty of this course corresponds to Level N1 of the JLPT. Teaching materials : SNG original textbook, novels, newspapers.
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
Student demographics
Students come from all over the world to study at this school.