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Short-term Japanese Course & Cultural Activity in Hokkaido

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4.7 / 5Student rating
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2012Year established

Program Overview

Hokkaido Japanese Language School, located in the center of the bustling and modern city of Sapporo, offers students the chance to study Japanese conversationally and culturally. No previous experience is necessary and classes are offered for all levels and age groups. Courses begin every Monday and students have the choice between our nine different programs, including: - Standard Course - Stand...

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Program Highlights

Small Classes - there are a maximum of 6 students per class, which guarantees the best quality, lots of personal attention, and many chances to practice speaking Japanese
Competitive Prices - courses start at less than $160 USD per week, which makes us one of the cheapest language schools in Japan, while still maintaining a high standard of teaching
Flexibility - students can join our course every Monday, and after arriving at the school there are plenty of opportunities to add courses or join activities
Local Volunteers - not only do our teachers and employees provide a homely atmosphere, we also invite many Japanese volunteers to join our activities so our students can make friends with locals and practice their Japanese outside
Amazing Location - Hokkaido, Japans second largest island, is justifiably famous for its food, nature, and friendly, laid-back people. Enjoy the snow in winter, escape the heat in summer, experience vibrant Sapporo with its many festivals such as the famo

What's Included

Language Lessons
Some Program Activity Costs
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Textbooks / Reading Materials
Course Materials

Quick Details

Location
Hokkaido, JapanSapporo, Japan
Starts At$245.09 for 1 week
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Terms Available:
  • Throughout the Year
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Japanese
Languages:
  • Japanese
GuidelinesAll Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Hokkaido, Japan
  • Sapporo, Japan

Fields & Subjects

  • Japanese

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Terms Available: Throughout the Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Trimester, Academic Year, May Term, Spring Break

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: Japanese
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Starts At

  • 1 week: $245.09

Refund Policy

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4.7
51 reviews

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Program Administration
4.8
Facilities
4.7
Academics
4.6
Cultural Immersion
4.6
Living Situation
4.5
Health & Safety
3.8

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Richard Portelli

Richard Portelli

Participated in 2015

Alumni

Richard is a 29 year old from the UK. After meeting his wife in Japan he spent two years in the UK before settling and marrying in Japan. Together the...

I already live in Sapporo and had been going to another school. However, my previous school was a huge help in teaching me beginner Japanese but I was struggling to connect everything I had learnt, the teachers changed, and it was no longer working for me. I needed to find a school that not only suited my needs but also fitted around my work schedule.

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Peta Waite

Peta Waite

Participated in 2014

Alumni

Peta looks after the marketing (and a few other projects) at Hokkaido Japanese Language School, and also teaches English at a sister school, The Langu...

At the time I studied with Hokkaido Japanese Language School (

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Recognitions & Awards

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ST Star Awards
Eaquals Accredited
Top Language School 2016
iStudy Global Awards
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