Study and Live in Japan

Linguage Japanese Language School is located in Shinjuku—Tokyo’s leading business district—and is designed for learners who want practical Japanese that connects directly to real life and career opportunities in Japan. The school’s approach combines language proficiency with cultural understanding, communication practice, and structured career preparation, making it a strong option for students aiming for higher JLPT outcomes, vocational progression, or employment in Japan.

Why consider Linguage

• Prime Shinjuku location with convenient access across Tokyo
• Small classes (maximum 20 students) with close teacher support
• ICT-supported learning (using devices for homework, tests, and assignments)
• Curriculum that integrates communication skills, Japanese culture, business Japanese, and job-hunting preparationPrograms (high level)

Long-term: Japanese Comprehensive Course
A structured program focused on improving reading, listening, writing, speaking, and overall communication—recommended for learners targeting work in Japan, stronger JLPT performance (including N1 goals), or further studies at vocational schools.

Job-hunting support (a key differentiator): Linguage builds job-hunting preparation into its ecosystem with job-hunting classes and business Japanese curriculum, plus individual counselling. Support areas include self-analysis, resumes/work history, job-hunting email writing, self-PR, company research, interview practice, and grooming. The school also highlights access to a nationally certified career consultant and additional career-focused initiatives such as alumni interviews and HR introductions.

UNITAS Japanese Language School is a long-established Japanese language institute operated by the Teikyo University Group—one of Japan’s major private university groups—positioned to offer a stable, university-backed study-abroad experience. Established in 1970, UNITAS has provided Japanese language education to over 11,000 learners and welcomes a highly international student community (students from over 47 countries, as of May 2024).

Two campuses to match your goals and lifestyle

UNITAS Tokyo (Shinjuku Ward)
Located in the heart of Tokyo (Okubo, Shinjuku), UNITAS Tokyo is accessible from multiple train lines and sits in an academic neighborhood close to high schools, parks, and universities (including Waseda University), enabling focused study even within a big-city setting.

UNITAS Kofu (Yamanashi Prefecture)
UNITAS Kofu is based in Kofu City—about 1.5 hours from Tokyo by train—known for its natural scenery (including views around Mt. Fuji), hot springs and a comparatively lower cost of living that helps students concentrate on study.

Programs and learning structure

• Study duration: from 1 year 3 months up to 2 years
• Two tracks: Preparatory Course (for higher education progression) and General Course (for employment-focused and general language goals)
• Comprehensive training across listening, speaking, reading, and writing, plus Japanese culture
• Weekday classes (Mon–Fri), with morning/afternoon placement based on the school’s placement test

Strength in higher-education progression (Teikyo University pathway)

A distinctive advantage of UNITAS is its positioning within the Teikyo University Group. UNITAS states that students may have the opportunity to enter Teikyo University through recommendation and interview (without taking the EJU), and that successful entrants through this route may receive a 30%–50% tuition discount for four years at the university.

Student support: practical help for life in Japan

UNITAS highlights end-to-end student support aligned to each learner’s objectives—from enrollment through post-graduation goals—including assistance related to part-time jobs, student housing and day-to-day concerns during study abroad.

ISI Japanese Language School is one of Japan’s well-known Japanese language education groups, designed for international students who want a clear, goal-oriented route to living, studying, or working in Japan. ISI has welcomed more than 30,000 students from more than 110 countries and regions, creating a truly international learning environment.

Why consider ISI

• Goal-based curriculum delivered by qualified Japanese language teachers, with a focus on strong exam outcomes
• Multinational student environment (learn Japanese while experiencing diverse cultures and values)
• Strong student support system: homeroom teachers + career advisors from admission to graduation
• Learning facilities and student-life support (study room, library, lounge/café spaces, Japanese room, prayer room, free Wi-Fi) and accommodation options

Programs

Long-term: Academic／General Japanese Course
Offered at multiple campuses including Tokyo (Shinjuku, Ikebukuro), Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagano.

Key academic features include a class teacher (homeroom) system, structured career guidance touchpoints, and elective classes from the intermediate level onward—such as JLPT prep, EJU prep (university/vocational preparation), conversation and job hunting.

Long-term: Career Japanese Course 
Designed for learners aiming to find employment or start a business in Japan, combining business Japanese and business skills alongside job-hunting support.

This track is implemented at ISI’s career-pathway campuses in Tokyo (Shibuya-Harajuku and Takadanobaba).

Admission & visa pathway

For long-term study (typically 12 months to 2 years), ISI explains that a Student Visa is usually required and the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is needed. ISI applies for the COE on the student’s behalf.

ISI also publishes intake schedules and indicative application timelines (including immigration submission and visa application stages) and kindly note that processing can take several months—so early planning is recommended.