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Short-term Japanese Course & Cultural Activity in Hokkaido

by: JaLS GROUP

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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; in this way our students can make friends with locals and practice their Japanese outside of the classro

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

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Hokkaido, Japan
  • Sapporo, Japan
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Throughout the Year
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Japanese
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

ST Star AwardsEaquals AccreditedTop Language School 2016iStudy Global AwardsALTO

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.65

Total Reviews

48

Jumping into Japanese

June 29, 2025by: Jo Ridgers - AustraliaProgram: Short-term Japanese Course & Cultural Activity in Hokkaido
10

I love the vibe Jals classes offer. Kind, caring & Hard-working teachers & staff deliver a quality language program in a beautiful campus setting. Each day is a challenge and the rigour is very effective in improving language skills.

Very fun

June 25, 2025by: lucy gilet - AustraliaProgram: Short-term Japanese Course & Cultural Activity in Hokkaido
10

The activities arranged by thre school are all super cool. I had a lot of fun and learnt a lot about japanese culture. We learnt the material a little fast for me but it was managable. My Japanese has improved a lot with he classes. I've gone from basically zero japanese to being able to understand a lot of basic sentences.

Couldn’t ask for a better time!

May 01, 2024by: Ayden Teabo - United StatesProgram: Short-term Japanese Course & Cultural Activity in Hokkaido
10

This program is amazing for people of any level who want to learn Japanese and emerge themselves in Japanese culture. The process of being admitted into the school and expenses that need to be covered for accommodation and events and such were super easy due to the fast and detailed responses from the staff at JaLS. The school itself is amazing and the atmosphere is awesome and when you add amazing staff and people who want to be your friend and help you it makes for one amazing experience. I have had the time of my life here made new friends and had a great time learning and enjoying Japanese cultural activities alongside my classmates and amazing supervisors. For anyone who is looking for a great way to experience the culture, make new friends, and learn a Japanese whall having fun this is the place for you.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Hokkaido, Japan
  • Sapporo, Japan

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Japanese
  • Languages
  • Japanese

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

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

Accommodation Options

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

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Japanese

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Interviews

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Peta Waite

Participated in 2014

Alumni

At the time I studied with Hokkaido Japanese Language School (

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Richard Portelli

Participated in 2015

Alumni

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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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 - Standard + Private Course - Traditional Culture Course - Pop Culture Course - Fashion Culture Course - Travel Japanese Course - JLPT Preparation Course - Winter Course - Summer Course Our certified teachers teach standard Japanese, and interaction with local Japanese during school activities creates the perfect environment to improve your Japanese speaking abilities and learn about Japanese culture. ...

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