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Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

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Hanazono Building 3F , Tokyo (view map)
94% (12 reviews)
      

About Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Genki Japanese and Culture School is an internationally acclaimed communicational Japanese language school that offers short-term study abroad courses, learning the Japanese language and culture in a relaxed and friendly environment. We are located in the heart of Fukuoka City, in South Japan, in Tokyo close to Shinjuku station, in Kyoto in the Gion district, and in Nagoya in between Kansai and Tokyo. 
GenkiJACS was shortlisted as one of the world's top language schools at the STM Star Awards every year from 2009 to 2021. We are one of only two Japanese language schools in the world that are accredited by IALC, the International Association of Language Centres. We offer courses in a range of areas, including conversational Japanese, and cultural activities, all with an emphasis on practical work, inside and outside of the classroom. We can prepare a range of accommodation options including homestays and dorms, and arrange a wide range of activities.
Classes are limited to a maximum of 8 students. We accept all levels of learners, from complete beginners to advanced. All teachers are qualified, and bilingual English/Japanese. Courses start every Monday throughout the year and run for as long as students want. We also offer group programs, volunteer placements, and long-term student visa programs with a partner school.
Our Tokyo branch is located in the center of the most exciting part of Tokyo, Shinjuku, so there are thousands of things to do within walking distance. However, the school is in the grounds of the famous Hanazono Shrine, so it is peaceful and quiet around, and from the classroom windows you only see trees and the shrine.

Additional Services

  • Airport/Station transfer
  • Facilities for students with disabilities
  • Student counselling
  • Visa support

Accommodation

  • Host family accommodation
  • Host family accommodation without students of same native language
  • Own apartment
  • In hotel/guesthouse
  • Student Residence

Work and Further Studies

  • Work experience / internship with local companies

Activities

  • Dancing
  • Film
  • Literature
  • Music
  • Theatre
  • Cooking
  • Cultural tourism (theater, museum, etc.)
  • Fashion
  • Historical sightseeing
  • History
  • On campus events
  • Volunteering
  • University student social events
  • Culture Shock presentation
  • Local cultural events (festivals, etc.)

Courses

General Japanese

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This course is for students aged: 16-70

Location Type: Seaside, Town/City

Levels: Basic, Intermediate

Weekly Hours: General 15-25 hrs/wk

Class Sizes: One-to-One, Small, 2-5 students, Medium, 6-10 students

Our Standard Japanese course has 20 classes per week, usually divided into 10 grammar, and 10 four-skills "application" classes, where you learn to use your Japanese in real-life situations. All classes are held in very small groups, with a maximum of 8 students per class, and topics are focused on practical communication skills for daily life. You'll be speaking and understanding Japanese in no time!

Japanese online

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This course is for students aged: 16-70

Weekly Hours: Relaxed 10-15 hrs/wk

Levels: Advanced, Upper Intermediate, Basic, Intermediate

Class Sizes: Medium, 6-10 students, Small, 2-5 students, One-to-One

Online lessons with GenkiJACS offer the best of both worlds: our passion, expertise and innovation in the field of Japanese language learning, but available anywhere on Earth! If you can't make it all the way to Japan, give our online Japanese lessons a try, and you'll soon understand why our school is regularly voted one of the world's best language schools! We offer both group lessons and private lessons through an online format.

Do you prefer studying in groups? Talk to your teachers and classmates, do your homework, take tests, engage in pair work, and get feedback on your progress, all from the comfort of your own home. Our interactive, engaging lessons have been designed specifically to give you the best educational experience possible in an online medium. Classes are divided into small groups at very specific levels, so there's sure to be a class that's just right for you.

Would you prefer a more personal touch? Online private lessons always have you at the centre. We will literally be bridging gaps of space and time to make sure that you can cross oceans and continents with a click of a button.

Japanese Summer Courses

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This course is for students aged: 16-70

Weekly Hours: Intensive 25+ hrs/wk, General 15-25 hrs/wk

Seasonal Course: June, July, August

Class Sizes: One-to-One, Small, 2-5 students, Medium, 6-10 students

Levels: Basic, Intermediate

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Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Spain   

studied General Japanese

Great experience all-around

Staff and teachers are both helpful and friendly.
Classes have a good ambience and are thorough with the curriculum.
Cultural classes are as varied as they`re fun.
Being located close to Shinjuku station, it's in a very convenient location, both easily accessible and close to a plethora of shops and restaurants.
Only con is that japanese classes, while still good, advance at a slower pace than other schools I attented.

posted 7 months ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Canada   

studied General Japanese

Great school!

I started emailing Japanese language schools. The first school kept sending me options that didn't meet my criteria. The next two differed greatly in price. I went with Genki JACS because it was cheaper. I was not disappointed at all. Denis helped me every step of the way with getting set up and making changes I needed. I arrived at the airport and got to my apartment and then the school with no issues.
The school reception desk with Eri and Denis was always available to answer anything to do with the school or any general questions I had about Tokyo.
My residence was great. It had everything I needed: dishes, appliances, fast wi-fi, tv, etc.
The teachers were all phenomenal. Enthusiastic, interactive classes kept everyone attention and were fun.
I have nothing bad to say about GenkiJACS. I highly recommend them and would definitely go back.

posted 5 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Canada   

studied General Japanese

Learned so much!

I recently took the beginner Japanese course with added traditional culture classes for 2 weeks at GenkiJACS in Shinjuku, Tokyo and had an amazing time. The classes are taught in Japanese which may seem intimidating but the teachers are pros at making sure you understand - it's very engaging, entertaining and immersive. I had many "a-ha!" moments which felt very rewarding and proved to me just how much I was learning. Shinjuku is a great area for foreigners to explore. And if you want to explore, it's centrally located in a vast and very efficient network of subway trains which are easy to use once you get the hang of knowing where to look for your information. Highly recommend joining the activities the school plans as meeting the locals adds an invaluable aspect to your experience. Enjoy!

posted 5 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Canada   

studied General Japanese

Great for short study trips

Genki JACS made me feel welcome before my journey even started thanks to their great pre-arrival support. The classes were fast-paced (one chapter per week) and we were always encouraged to interact with other students and our amazing teachers as the school puts emphasis on conversation skills. I had homework every day, but it wasn't too much, which gave me plenty of time to have fun in Tokyo. I can understand Japanese at an upper-intermediate level, but my speaking skills are very lacking as I don't have the opportunity to practice at home. After spending three weeks at Genki JACS, I feel comfortable interacting in Japanese even outside of school. I can only imagine how much I'd have improved if I had stayed for over a month! I'd recommend this school to anyone who wants to improve their Japanese skills quickly while travelling to Japan.

posted 5 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Italy   

studied General Japanese

Glad to study at Genki Jacs

I had never been studied Japanese before, I joined my GF who got a degree in Italy and decided to have some classes in Japan. We choose GENKI JACS because of many good reviews online. After 6 weeks I can confirm this school is amazing, you feel like at home, the teachers are deeply communicative and efficient, the support for administrative infos were always great (thanks Eri-san). I decided to study Japanese but I was sure it might have been an impossible challenge, right now I am so happy to say they help you to approach the language with unexpected benefit. I’d go back for sure. Thanks to Mary, Hideo, Yu, Nozomi, Hajaki, Ana and all the wonderful teachers for providing this nice experience. Fabrizio, 51 yo, Italy.

posted 6 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Italy   

studied General Japanese

3 settimane a Tokyo

Ho frequentato per 3 settimane un corso standard alla Genky Jacs di Tokyo ed è stata una bellissima esperienza. I corsi sono organizzati in modo da far progredire contemporaneamente le conoscenze grammaticali e la conversazione. In questo modo l'utilizzo pratico delle regole studiate avviene in maniera naturale e spontaneamente nella conversazione di tutti i giorni. Veramente una bella esperienza che probabilmente rifarò l'anno prossimo.
Fabio T.

posted 7 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

France   

studied General Japanese

Very good experience!

I've been in this school for 6 wonderful weeks, I haven't been disappointed by anything. I accomplished something I wasn't sure I could do : learn Japanese!! But GenkiJACS made my stay better to enjoy every moment in this impressive city such as Tokyo! I keep a lot of souvenirs in my head and I'm really thinking about coming back soon because I haven't seen enough!! Thanks to this school to make me love this complicated language! Mata aimasho!!!

posted 7 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

United States   

studied General Japanese

Month-long study

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!

posted 9 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

China   

studied General Japanese

The best you can choose for studying Japanese

GenkiJacs Japanese and culture school in Tokyo is a fabulous place to studying Japanse. The school is very close to the Hananozo shrine so that i was able to visit shrine at ease and having the experiences to go to the shrine during new year to make my wish was so interesting. The school location is beyond fabulous. It is located in Shinjuku in Tokyo so that it is very convenient to shop and hang out with friend becuase there are hepas of restaurant and entertainment just minutes away from the school. Beside the location, the environment of the school is also very suitable for learning. Each classroom has a air conditioner so that it is able to keep me warm during class in the freezing winter in Tokyo. There is also a little lounge with sofa, desk where students can have lunch, study after school and also have a little chat with friends. What it is amazing is that, there is also microwave and hot water available so that we can bring lunch from home at simply just heat it up.Other than this, i should write about the best part of the school which is the teachers and receptionists. They are so kind and helpful. Every teachers would dedicate there time to help ypu when you are ineed. When i was there in the first week, becuse i was new to the environment so that i felt a bit nervous. Howevwer, the help, talk and laugher from the teachers really did help me to feel much more relax and comfortable. Class was being taught in Japamese so that it is a very effective way to help inprove your Japanese. The teaching was fantastic as well becuase the teachers will make practice exercise for you with explantaion when learning new grammar. In Japanese skill class, we are able to talk to the teacher or our classmates in Japanese regarding the topic we are learning on the day so that we get to use Japanese in a real context. Other than the nornal everyday class, the school also organise activities when there is public holiday and to be honest the events i went was so worthwhile and interesting. Apart from that, the school will also arrange events such as Christmas party, syabusyabu, yakiniku during the week, student can sign up for that with a resonable price to have fun with the classroom while having an opportunity to “taste” the Japanese culture and customs. Sometime, events with local Japanese students is being held so that we can get a chance to make Japanese friends and practice our Japanese. I must mention that ,during special occaison, the school orgnise special class and food for students to get to know as much as possible during ther stay. For example, during my stay, the school has New Year class where we got to learn about the games played on New Year, the food they eat and the decotration during New Year and its meaning. The school also brought us the special New Year cuisine to taste which is so memorable while being able to learn a lot of culture out of it. I feel so lucky to attending the new year class because I truely learn more than what i have thought. All in all, GenkiJacs is a school i would pick when studying Japanese in Japan, because of its facinating location, the friendly teachers and receptionists at the school as well as the wonderful life the school offer during your stay. I highly recommnd GenkiJacs Japese and culture school to all out there who are looking for a good Japanese school to study.

posted 9 years ago

Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

Germany   

studied General Japanese

The geratest exprience

I visited the GenkiJACS just for 3 weeks but it was defently worth it and I'm really looking forward to the time I can go there again.

I started with a beginner course and there is really less I would criticize. The only struggle I had was that some teacher tried not to speak any English or if you started to ask a question in English they didn't understand it. On an advanced level this is totally okay but especially when it comes to grammar and basic explanation it is helpful to get a confirmation if you understand it correct.

But no worries, the book is here the right support, everything is really well explained, structured and easy to understand (and I tried a few times to learn Japanese and saw really bad books)
So for people like me which struggle by just hearing and speaking a language the self study with the book is perfect.

Which leads us to the classes, with maximum 8 students the classes are really comfortable. Teacher give you enough attention and everyone gots enough possibilities to speak and try the new knowledge. This was the main focus in Tokyo - speaking. How to write the words is mostly up to yourself or learn the vocabulary... you maybe don't learn all while classes but therefore someone which is not written in the lesson you're right now in.

And you learn quite a lot - in 3 weeks we did 4 lessons of the book which is a really high speed to learn, but also you will get something for your money.

Besides the classical classes you've got much more, like conversation classes for advanced speakers or culture classes (means trips to different locations) to learn more about the traditional or pop culture of Japan.

The staff and also all students were lovely. Everyone is nice and try to help you if you want and the lunchtime chats are always a nice possibility to meet new people from all over the world.

posted 9 years ago

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