Study Abroad Programs in Fukuoka, Japan

I did a short term course for 3 weeks and loved every minute. The lessons were clear and structured, with lots of conversation so you pick up real life Japanese quickly. I stayed in one of their female sharehouses arranged by the school, which was clean and in a good location. The events were a highlight, especially the language exchange and karaoke nights. At the end I felt confident ordering food, asking directions, and making small talk. If you want a warm city and a supportive school, Meiji is a great choice considering.

When I read about JaLS’s summer course in Japanese, I felt that it was perfect for me. During my two weeks in Fukuoka, we had intense days with Japanese lessons in the mornings and fun activities in the afternoons. The level of instruction suited me very well. Considering that I am a beginner, it was sometimes challenging, but the teachers did everything they could to explain things to us in a simple and understandable way. A definite bonus was the group activities — we had a lot of fun and got to experience many traditional Japanese customs. The staff were so engaged and kind, and the students were all really friendly. I’m leaving Fukuoka with a truly wonderful experience and a lot of inspiration. I sincerely hope I’ll have the opportunity to do this again in the near future.

Both teachers and staffs at Jals are professional and energetic. Not only the academic but also our day to day life are being well supported. Activities held by Jals left me with really rare and impressive memories. Can’t appreciate more! Last but not least, the lounge and classroom space is really convenient for students like us, this efficient use of limited space is admiring in my point of view.

I was lucky to spend a month in Fukuoka and it was an unforgettable experience. The lessons at Meiji Academy were well-structured, practical, and the teachers were friendly, respectful, and attentive to our individual needs. On weekends, I explored the city with colleagues, visiting Fukuoka Tower, the beach, the nightlife, and even Osaka, where we enjoyed the World Expo and Universal Studios. Only the frequent rain was a bit annoying, so bring a raincoat or umbrella! The food in Japan was incredible. From fresh sushi to hearty ramen and countless local dishes, every meal was a highlight. I highly recommend Meiji Academy to anyone wanting to improve their Japanese and truly experience Japanese culture. I'd love to return!

I had an amazing experience at Meiji Academy in Fukuoka! The staff was so friendly and helpful, showing us cool places to shop, eat, and explore in the city. Living in the shared house close to the school was also a big plus, as the area was quiet and very comfortable. I loved the events the school organized, like wearing kimonos and visiting a beautiful shrine in Fukuoka, and the boat trip in Yanagawa was a real highlight. Overall, I’d definitely recommend Meiji Academy for anyone looking for a great Japanese learning and cultural experience!

The study program is well-rounded and fun, every class was different and useful. I tried to learn Japanese on my own before but yeah, having a teacher is way more efficient! ^^ They always encouraged me to speak up and not be afraid of making mistakes. They were very open-minded and it was easy to get comfortable. The staff is also really nice and ready to help you anytime. Well, I think I made the right choice by taking classes with Meiji Academy!

I was nervous because I didn't know whether I would be independent enough to live abroad for an entire month, but Meiji Academy helped me feel better and supported me in every situation! I lived in a sharehouse with other students and I was relieved not to be all alone in a private apartment. The sharehouse was modern, clean and very comfortable. My favorite room was the living room because we often gathered there to talk and laugh. We all soon became friends and went to classes and activities together. I was placed with three other people in my class and we had a lot of fun studying together! My Japanese improved a lot and I am so happy to be able to communicate abut daily topics with Japanese people. I could make Japanese friends as well thanks to the language exchanges and the other weekly activities. Studying in Fukuoka was really cool, this will not have been my last time to visit Japan and Fukuoka!

I’ve always wanted to learn Japanese but found it hard since I wasn’t able to use it in daily life. That’s why immersing myself in the lifestyle and culture of Japan helped my language skills go from pretty much non-existent to being able to have conversations with locals. The staff and teachers at Meiji Academy were all so friendly, making lessons a comfortable environment to learn in, and would often host events and trips. Some of my favourites were visiting Itoshima and Yanagawa, going to tea ceremonies and Takoyaki parties, and seeing lots of shrines. I decided to stay with a host family for my first month here and then move to the sharehouse for the next 5 months. Both were such amazing experiences, as I got to live in a real Japanese household and make loads of friends from different countries in the sharehouse. Overall Fukuoka is such an amazing city to live in as it’s big enough to be exciting and have everything you need but not as overwhelming as cities like Tokyo. I really loved living here and studying with Meiji Academy and will definitely come back if I get the chance.

I studied in Tokyo two years ago and I wanted to discover a new region in Japan, that's why I chose this language program in Fukuoka. It was actually much better than the first one in Tokyo! I loved the city of Fukuoka. Life is more affordable, people smile more and seem more interested in foreigners, maybe because there are fewer than in the capital. The program itself was amazing. The classes were small and we could learn quickly, ask any questions and create stronger relationships. Meiji Academy organised everything for me. I didn't have any kind of stress although it was my first stay in Fukuoka. After classes, we had plenty of time to visit many places in Fukuoka, which was really great! This trip was one of my favorite trips and I desperately want to go back!

For this trip, I wanted to go to a different place, as I am always traveling to Tokyo or Kyoto. So I searched for schools in Fukuoka and I found Meiji Academy. I stayed there for 2 wonderful weeks. Fukuoka is actually bigger than I thought it was, with lots of nice shops and temples everywhere! My favorite moment was when we went to a yatai with everyone and we all ate delicious ramen next to the river. Hakata ramen is really something! I loved it! Thank you very much Meiji for this enjoyable stay and for those excellent lessons!

I was always finding excuses not to step outside of my comfort zone, but this time I met the challenge and booked my flight to Japan!! I studied for five weeks at Meiji Academy. I actually improved more than what I had expected during my time in Fukuoka. Why did I choose Fukuoka? I didn't want to have a classic experience in Japan, I wanted something different and more authentic. I thought that Kyushu was the perfect place for that and Meiji Academy had a very good reputation as well as the city of Fukuoka itself. What do I think about Meiji Academy? Everyone is friendly, the teachers and their classes are very interesting, and their methodology is effective. I improved a lot and I don't have any regrets! They also made the stay memorable with lots of events inside and outside the school. Would I do it all over again? Yes!!

I stayed only 2 weeks at Meiji Academy. If I knew it would be so cool I would have applied for longer! In fact, I stayed for 1 month in Japan. I wanted to learn some Japanese before traveling through the country. I did hitchhike several times, so I needed some skills to be able to communicate properly with the Japanese people who helped me. I took some private lessons too, and I asked my teachers to focus on the kind of situations I would find myself during my trip. They really helped me and provided me with all the vocabulary and grammar I would need to know for traveling. I was so delighted that they adapt to my requests! The lady from the front desks also provided me with all kinds of information and advice I would need for my trip! Meiji you rock!

I studied at Meiji Academy in Fukuoka for 6 weeks and I loved it! Although it's a full-time course, having only 4 hours of school per weekday gives you enough time to study and explore the great city. You can do so much sightseeing by visiting the beautiful beaches of Momochi and Jigyohama, go shopping in Tenjin or Hakata or just grab a bike and explore all the hidden small alley cafes scattered around the whole city. If you are really genki and have enough power, I recommend going for a day trip to Shikanoshima and the nearby park Uminonakamichi. Absolutely gorgeous! I went there with friends on bicycles, but I don't recommend anybody to do it without some proper exercise before (3+ hours cycle ride...). If you're staying in Japan for a couple of weeks, but still want to brush up your Japanese level, then Meiji's programs are a very good bargain. Their accommodation options are also very good and not expensive with several options to choose from. I went for the private apartment as I do prefer to have my privacy, but I had the chance to visit my class mates who stayed in the sharehouse and it was really clean and nice. The classes focused primarily on conversations and day-to-day Japanese for all types of situations. It definitely helped me tremendously to interact with locals and gave me much confidence to speak in Japanese. Overall I highly recommend this school to anybody who wants to do a short program and experience the real Japanese life in Japan's best city to study and live. Much love to Meiji and my fav place Fukuoka!

I took the standard Japanese course for five weeks and I can say that my Japanese improved from literally zero to a decent conversational level. I still have a lot of difficulties to talk Japanese (obviously I have only studied five weeks so far…) but my overall understanding of conversational Japanese is pretty good. Some notes about this great city… Before coming to Fukuoka, I haven’t really heard of the city. Now I realize how underrepresented this lovely cozy city is. Beautiful beaches, great nightlife, abundance of events, and the food…really craving for a bowl of Toncoutsu-Ramen! I really miss the cute little cafes and of course this LINE café in downtown Tenjin ☺

Even though my course was just for two weeks, I really enjoyed my Japanese language studies at Meiji Academy. The staff was really helpful with a lot of insider information on where to go for cheap and yummy places and also their sightseeing walking tours in Tenjin were a lot of fun. I liked the strong focus on conversation that they applied during the classes. Sometimes we even took the lesson outside the classroom by interviewing people on the streets and ordering food with the staff at restaurants. Good practice, but it took me quite a while to adapt to that "real-life" classroom practises ^o^;;

The Genki JACS experience was special for a few reasons. I have entered many language schools in Japan, and the special aspects of Genki JACS were: 1. small class sizes (4-7 teachers). 2. local teachers trained in teaching Japanese. 3. Immersive language learning, with almost zero English used in the classroom. 4. Different options for study, from 2 weeks to 12 weeks. I would recommend GenkiJACS for those wishing to further their Japanese rapidly.

It's been a year and half since I last studied at Genkijacs but it was absolutely an amazing experience in every aspect. First of all, the administration and teachers go out of their way to make your stay and learning experience the best it could possibly be. If I had any questions, they would not hesitate to help me. They really do their best. Also, the school does it's best to achieve an atmosphere that is friendly, inclusive, and fun for all students! Each class I looked forward to because I'd have such a good time in class while being challenged at the same time. In addition, my homestay was more than I could have asked for. She was basically like a mom and really took care of me. I couldn't have asked for more. I recommended GenkiJacs 100%!

GenkiJacs is a well structured class to help with your Japanese, in all situations, which is a great thing to do. Considering you will be living in the country. The teachers are the nicest people I have ever met, and are always there to help you. Be it sentence structures, vocabulary and a lot more, they are always there with a smile on their faces. Having the classes with 3-8 people is a satisfying, de-stressing and excellent. Especially if you feel like the answer is incorrect, go for it, and the teacher, along with classmates, will help you. GenkiJacs is like a family, which is quite comforting. The courses are extremely fun. Including the extra activities, where you get to learn about cultural activities that the Japanese did/still do or just even conversation class, where you have a topic to talk about, and you speak full on Japanese. I highly suggest this program as it really helps with your speaking, writing, and everyday experiences in Japan.

I studied at GenkiJACS for one month. I had previously studied Japanese in college, but had taken a couple of years off. Upon arriving at school, they administered a placement test. The classes were based off of skill and ranged from 2-6 people. The teachers rotated among the classes, which provided a variety of teaching styles and dialects (which helped improve my listening skills). The students were also awesome as there was so much cultural diversity! I learned so much in just one month. I highly recommend GenkiJACS to someone who is serious about learning Japanese - there is class everyday and oftentimes, there is homework, so you do have to take it seriously to improve!