Can a foreigner study in Japan?

All other foreign students in Japan need a student visa in order to study in Japan. Visa applicants require an educational institution as their sponsor in order to obtain a student visa. Even then, students may work only a set maximum number of hours per week. Working on a tourist visa is prohibited.

Do you need to know Japanese to study in University of Tokyo?

A: Yes. However, some of the beginner level courses are taught in English. If you have zero-level in Japanese skills, please don’t be worried. All our Japanese Language instructors are professionals in Japanese language teaching and you will have a fruitful learning experiences regardless of level.

How hard is it to get into a Japanese university?

Getting into college in Japan can be pretty rough. While there is a standardized, multiple-choice test that is accepted by the country’s public colleges and some private ones (The “National Center Test for University Admissions”), scoring well enough on that exam simply gets you in the door for consideration.

Is it possible to study in Japan without knowing the language?

Yes, you can continue your education in Japan without having to learn the language. However, it is necessary to identify the schools where you can continue learning without the national language.

What level of Japanese do you need to study in Japan?

At Japanese language schools you can study Japanese from beginner level to advanced level. However many schools ask that beginners have at least a passive knowledge of Hiragana and Katakana when you start a long term course in Japan.

Is it normal to speak no Japanese at first?

It is absolutely normal to speak no Japanese at first. You can even get a job teaching English in Japan, and study Japanese on the side. Now, I do recommend that you study a bit first. When you muddle along, you’re really relying on the English abilities of everyone around you.

Can I learn hiragana and katakana on my own?

At Japanese language schools you can study Japanese from beginner level to advanced level. However many schools ask that beginners have at least a passive knowledge of Hiragana and Katakana when you start a long term course in Japan. You can learn those on your own by for example memorizing one character per day.