Learn Japanese in Fukuoka
Learn Japanese Fast – Classes for All Levels
Learn Japanese in Japan in the exciting city of Fukuoka. The city is the capital of the Fukuoka Prefecture and the second largest city in the island of Kyushu with 1.4 million people. Surrounded by industry, Fukuoka is wealthy and because it is quite close to the Asian mainland (closer to Seoul than it is to Tokyo) it has been an important and desirable port as you will discover while you learn Japanese in Japan.
Fukuoka today was founded in 1889 but it is still quite a young city. The population is the second youngest in Japan and despite being a large city, Fukuoka is one of the more manageable cities in the country with excellent transportation infrastructure and a variety of interesting cultural places to visit.
Learn Japanese in Japan and you will also learn about its history. The history of Fukuoka is much older than the current city would suggest. Because of its proximity to the mainland, it is considered to be one of the oldest settlements in Japan and perhaps even the first place visitors and the Imperial family arrived at in Japan, although scholars debate this a great deal.
Start your adventure in Fukuoka with Languages Abroad today!
Learn Japanese in Fukuoka
Here you can explore a range of courses designed for all language levels. Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in the language through group classes, private lessons, or the unique "Live & Learn" homestay pathway, there are options to suit every need and preference. Find out what works best for you and take the first steps on your language journey!
The School & Facilities
Our school, housed in a large, modern brownstone building, is located in Tenjin in downtown Fukuoka City near the Tenjin bus/train station. This area is known for its major shopping area. With numerous shops, cafes, department stores including Iwataya, Daimaru, Matsutya Ladies and Mitsukoshi and is close to all other facilities.
Students are welcome to bring their own laptops and use our free internet access. Free coffee and tea are available in our small kitchen area.
We offer 7 language levels from beginner to expert. Complete beginners start in the foundation course. The small class size allows for maximum learning potential. The curriculum is based on increasing your ability to use the language in a practical way, and reinforced with "real world" activities outside of class. All teachers are fully qualified and licensed by the Japanese Ministry of Education to teach Japanese as a foreign language and are constantly evaluating and creating new teaching materials.
- 13 air-conditioned classrooms (one is a traditional Japanese room)
- State-of-the-art equipment i.e. big screen video projector, DVD/video
- Wireless internet access and computers
- Student lounge
- Free coffee, tea and snacks
- Average age is 24 years old
- Nationalities: USA 20%, UK 15%, France 15%, Germany 15%
Japanese Classes in Fukuoka
- Open to all language levels
- Placement test before beginning of course
- Maximum 7 students per class
- One lesson is a minimum of 50 minutes
- Students must be familiar with the Hiragana alphabet
- Flexible course length
- Language proficiency certificate at end of program upon request
Important info about Japanese home stay: Japanese home-life can be very different to North American customs. We recommend students be open-minded and try to experience Japanese life. For example you may be expected to sleep on a futon on the floor. Bathing: you are expected to wash your body before entering the bathtub. Breakfast: This could consist of rice and miso soup. It is crucial that you are respectful and embrace the differences that you experience, but you can be open and honest with your family about your dietary requirements/comfort levels etc.
Get general information about our accommodation options and find out more about staying with a Host family.
Standard Program
- 20 group lessons per week (4 lessons daily)
- Course held Monday - Friday
- 2 weeks minimum
Intensive Program
- 20 group lessons per week PLUS
- 5 hours of workshop per week. Choices as below:
Conversation - not available to beginners
Pop Culture - maximum 5 weeks
Traditional Culture - maximum 5 weeks
Exam Preparation - September to November only, not available to beginners
Activities - June to August only
- Course held Monday - Friday
- 2 weeks minimum
Receive transferable credits for your course:
Undergraduate Credit Through Brookhaven College
Host Family Accommodation
Host Family
Living with a local host family is the most effective way to become fully immersed in the language and culture. All families are carefully selected and visited regularly to ensure quality standards. We choose only quality families who have a genuine interest in international exchange. Many families live near the school and the commute is usually no more than 20 - 40 minutes.
Room Options:
- Single Room (SR)
- Breakfast only
Self Catering Apartments
Apartments are located about 15-20 minutes from the school and are private one-room apartments with en-suite bathroom. All of the apartments have air conditioning, a bed, a fridge, a desk and a chair. Kitchen, study room and laundry room are shared with other students. The apartments include high-speed Internet access.
Room Options
- Single Room (SR)
- Apartments are Self-Catering
Fukuoka: Main Sights to Know
ACROS Building:
This building is an architectural masterpiece! The architect Emilio Ambasz designed a building that combines both, a perfect use of space and nature in the city. One side of the building shows a conventional office building out of glass, while the other side provides a major terraced roof fusing into a park. This garden area has over 35,000 plants of 76 different species.
ACROS is the abbreviation for "Asian Crossroads Over the Sea" and if you stand on top of the belvedere of the 60 meter high complex you can enjoy one of Fukuoka's most amazing views. Inside the ACROS Building you find offices and shops as well as the symphony hall.
Canal City:
The Canal City is also known as the entertainment city of Fukuoka. It is a huge colourful complex which provides hundreds of shops, restaurants, theatres and cinemas, a game centre and 2 hotels. Throughout the entire building runs a canal and one of its fountain announces the time for every half an hour. Almost daily various performances take place here, like professional acrobatics, magicians or music shows.
Keiyaki-dori Akasaka:
This is the most beautiful street in Fukuoka. With a length of 2 km it stretches along gorgeous boutiques, high class restaurants and great apartment buildings. Along the street side huge Zelkova trees are lined up which adds to the stunning ambience. Especially at night, it is a wonderful place to stroll along and enjoy the scenery.
Beaches:
On the island Kyushu, you can find excellent beaches located around Fukuoka city or on nearby situated islands which are easy to reach with ferries. Fukuoka area offers a huge selection of beaches, but the probably most popular beaches are Shikanoshima Beach, Keya Beach and Nokonoshima Beach.
Dates & Prices
Start your Japanese language journey!
Learn Japanese this summer in Fukuoka Japan with Languages Abroad! If you're looking for a cultural Japanese experience, you'll find it in Fukuoka.
Get started learning this amazing language in the beautiful city of Fukuoka! Known for ancient temples, beaches and shopping, as well as Canal City. Fukuoka also has one of the most expansive art museums in Japan in addition to the ruins of the 17th-century Fukuoka Castle.
Checklist
- Registration Fee:
$200 - Accommodation Placement Fee:
$200 - Airport Transfer:
$150 per way (Optional) - Insurance:
$30/week - Books & Materials:
INCLUDED
Notes
The school will be closed on all public holidays.
All enrollments require a non-refundable $400 deposit to ensure space in our program.
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