Study Japanese in Kyoto during summer 2027. This 2–4-week program welcomes students ages 14–19 for 20 Japanese classes per week, two cultural activities per week, and a Saturday day trip every other week.
Classes are shared with regular students, including adults. The cultural activities and day trips are exclusively for teens attending this program. Students can join at different Japanese levels, but must be able to read hiragana before arrival.
How are Japanese classes organized?
Students take 20 Japanese classes per week. Classes are mixed with regular students, including adults, and are organized according to Japanese level. The teen activities and day trips are separate from the regular classes and are exclusively for students enrolled in the teen program.
Students at all levels may apply, but they must be able to read hiragana before arriving.
- Two-week complete beginner course: A separate beginner class follows a customized, more relaxed curriculum.
- Programs of two weeks or longer for non-beginners: Students join standard Japanese classes grouped by proficiency level.
- Students with prior Japanese study are placed in a class appropriate to their level.
Classes are shared with adult students, but will always be supervised by school staff. Students have a curfew in the host family and are expected to be back at the house before 11 PM at the latest. They will travel from and to school with public transport and this is unsupervised.
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About Kyoto
Kyoto is no longer the capital of Japan, but it remains the heart of the country. Kyoto is one of the best-preserved cities with a high historical value. Buddhist temples, Shinto Shrines, castles, and gardens, there is so much to see and visit in Kyoto that you will not be bored. It is a safe destination for students who want to discover more about the 'old' Japan.
School location
The school is only a few minutes away from the wonderful Gion district, one of the oldest and most traditional places in Kyoto, if not in all of Japan. It is common to come across a Maiko (apprentice Geisha) or even a Geisha. People who visit Gion often feel like they have entered another era when there were no cars and only people pushing you around in their carriages.
What will you do during the Kyoto Japanese summer program?
Students combine Japanese lessons with activities that introduce Kyoto’s crafts, food, arts, and traditions. The program includes two cultural activity days per week and one Saturday day trip every two weeks. Activities and trip destinations may vary.
Possible activities include:
- Sushi making and Japanese confectionery making
- Japanese calligraphy and drumming
- Kumihimo braided-cord and chopstick making
- Kyoto seal carving and Goshuin stamp-book making
- Nishijin textile weaving, fan painting, and Kyoto Yuzen dyeing
- Iaido, a samurai sword-fighting experience, and a manga artist activity
- Karaoke and an exchange event with Daiichi Gakuin High School
Possible day trips include Amanohashidate, Himeji Castle, Kobe Suma Sea World, and Ninja Village.
Where do students stay?
Accommodation is arranged with Japanese host families. Breakfast and dinner are included with the homestay option. Students aged 18 or older may also ask about a private residence or apartment.
What is staying with a host family like?
Host families provide an authentic and immersive experience of Japanese culture. They are dedicated to making you feel at home and act as guides and mentors throughout your adventure in Japan. This makes them a valuable resource for your journey.
Students are expected to respect house rules, maintain cleanliness, and communicate politely.
Complete beginners starting dates in 2027:
Arrival is on Sunday, Departure is on Sunday.
Classes are from Monday to Friday.
Public holidays in Japan: 1st January, 11th January, 11th February, 23rd February, 22nd March, 29th April, 3rd May, 4th May, 5th May, 19th July, 11th August, 20th September, 23rd September, 11th October, 3rd November, 23rd November 2027
There will be no classes on the public holidays.
📅 Deadline: March 31, 2027
Please note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. As spaces are limited, the program may fill before the final application deadline.
Applicants with prior Japanese language experience will be required to take a placement test during the application process to ensure placement in the appropriate class level.
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* Price in Japanese Yen per participant. The invoice will be issued in US dollars based on the currency exchange rate on the day it is issued.
Please contact us before making a booking to make sure there are still available spots in this program.
Not included: Application Fees (65 EUR)
Airport transfers are compulsory for students under 18. And transfers are optional for students aged 18 and 19 years old.
💰 What's Included in the Price?
- Administration fees
- Host family accommodation with breakfast and dinner
- Language courses (20 lessons per week)
- Activities included
- Day trip on Saturday (every other Saturday)
- Textbooks
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Support, assistance and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program
🚫 What's Not Included?
- Round-trip international airfare
- International Travel Insurance
- Visa, passport and medical exam fees
- Extra activities
- Personal expenses and spending money
- Medical, Liability and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
- Application Fees (65 EUR)
The only requirements are that students must be between 14 and 19 years old and able to read the Hiragana alphabet before arriving at the school.
Frequently Asked Questions
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School staff are available 24/7 for emergencies. They assist with medical issues, lost items, and natural disasters. Students receive instructions about whom to contact if they experience a medical problem, become lost, or need urgent assistance.
Host families provide an authentic and immersive experience of Japanese culture. They are dedicated to making you feel at home and act as guides and mentors throughout your adventure in Japan. This makes them a valuable resource for your journey.
Students are expected to respect house rules, maintain cleanliness, and communicate politely.
Minors are encouraged to follow curfew rules and to steer clear of restricted areas like bars and karaoke venues. The school promotes safe and supervised exploration, helping students engage in enriching activities within appropriate boundaries.
Yes, students must have a working phone number in Japan for emergency contact.
Bedsheets are provided, but please bring your own towels and toiletries (toothpaste, face wash, shampoo, etc.).
In general, we can accommodate most diets. However, if your diet is very strict, you may be advised to prepare your own meals. Please let us know about your dietary needs, allergies, medical diet before booking so we can confirm whether we can accept you into the program.
Students will be assigned to a family that best fits their needs and is located closest to the school. You will be asked to fill in a form with detailed questions to find the best matching family for you.
This arrangement will be finalized 3 weeks to 1 month prior to the start of classes.
All students are required to have travel insurance for the duration of their stay. The insurance must cover potential medical expenses as well as property damage liability. If you would like us to arrange travel insurance for you, please indicate this during the booking process ( an optional policy can be arranged for ¥250 per day).
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Yes. Complete beginners can apply for a two-week course and join a separate beginner class with a customized, more relaxed curriculum. Students must be able to read hiragana before arriving.
No. Japanese classes are shared with regular students, including adults, and are organized by language level. But the program’s cultural activities and day trips are exclusively for teens attending the course.
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