FAQ
Those who considering enrollment
Questions about classes
Are there any age restrictions on admission?
Anyone with high school graduation or above can apply.
How many students are there in one class?
It depends on the level, but it usually has between 7 and 20 students.
Do you have full-day lesson from morning until evening? Also, do you have classes on weekday nights or weekends?
Class is only available on weekdays in the morning (9:00 am to 12:40 pm) or in the afternoon (1:00 pm to 4:40 pm). There are no classes from morning to evening, weekday nights or weekends.
In what language are the classes conducted?
We teach Japanese entirely in Japanese using illustrations and photos. Some of our instructors can speak English and other languages.
Are all instructors qualified?
All of our instructors are professional with relevant training in Japanese education.
Is there a place at school where I can study?
Feel free to use the classroom prepared for self study located inside the school.
When can I enroll into vocational school or university?
The enrollment period in Japan, for most school is in April. All the vocational schools of Akademeia 21st century start in April. There are requirements such as Japanese proficiency and education history differing from school to school, so it is recommended to check each school's requirements.
Questions about daily life
Can I buy a student commuter pass?
At our school, international students can purchase a commuter pass for Toei Line and Toei Bus. If you want to use another railway company, please purchase a commuter pass.
How much living expenses do I need?
The average cost, including housing costs, is 80,000 to 120,000 yen per month.
Can I get a part-time job?
If you have a student visa, you can work part-time up to 28 hours/week if you acquire a "permission to work outside the status of residence". If you are visiting Japan with a visa without permission to work, you can not work part-time. Although we are introducing part-time jobs on campus, depending on the job, some may require some Japanese proficiency.
Visa Questions
Do I need a visa to study Japanese?
It depends on the study period and nationality. If you are studying for more than 6 months, you will need to apply for a student visa. If you are studying for a short period (3 or 6 months), you can come to Japan without any special procedures depending on your nationality.
By when should I apply for admission?
If you live in Japan, you can apply at any time. Please inquire us if you are coming to Japan with a student visa.
My visa (short-term, tourist, etc.) will expire soon.
Can I change to a student visa now?
If you have prepared the necessary documents, you can switch from a working holiday visa to a student visa immediately. However, you cannot switch from a short-term or tourist visa immediately.
For graduates
I would like to receive a graduation certificate and transcript from Tokyo Language Academy.
Please come to the school to apply. It will take 4 days from the date of application to create the certificate, excluding holidays, so please apply early. 。
・Graduation certificate: 200 yen
・Transcript: 300 yen
・Graduation certificate: 200 yen
・Transcript: 300 yen