SHORT TERM PROGRAM
Kyoto Minsai’s Short Term Program welcomes learners of all ages and backgrounds—whether you aim to use Japanese in daily life, enhance your skills for certification, or study the language while enjoying sightseeing in Japan.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday, with Fridays dedicated to extracurricular learning and cultural activities.
Learn Japanese with Courses from 2-10 Weeks
Students systematically build their listening, reading, speaking, writing, vocabulary, and grammar skills according to their Japanese level, with a strong focus on conversational practice.
Study Period*
Spring Semester: April - June
Summer Semester: July - September
Autumn Semester: October - December
Winter Semester: January - March
*Courses are offered from a minimum of two weeks up to a maximum of ten weeks, with fixed start and end dates.
Learning Levels
Beginner IA / Beginner IB / Beginner II/
Pre-Intermediate / Intermediate I / Intermediate II /
Advanced
Class Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:50 -12:00 or 13:30-16:40 (45minutes x 4 classes)
Friday: Extracurricular Study
Admission Process
Contact us at office@kyotominsai.co.jp
Please be advised in advance that Kyoto Minsai does not issue invitation letters for visa purposes.
INQUIRY
Send us your completed application form, along with a recent color ID photo (front-facing) and a copy of your passport or residence card by the application deadline.
Please be aware that incomplete forms or missing documents may result in the rejection of your application.
DOCUMENTS SUBMISSION
PAYMENT OF SCHOOL FEES
We’ll send you your Letter of Acceptance once your payment has been confirmed.
ARRIVE IN JAPAN & START SCHOOL
Complete the placement test to start your classes.
Program Fees & Accommodation Fees
A detailed look at our Short Term Program Fees and Accommodation can be downloaded below.
2026 Program Schedule
A detailed look at our Short Term Program 2026 Schedule can be downloaded below.
Campus Information
Nishioji Campus
Kyoto Minsai Japanese Language School
Nishioji Campus
17 Nishinokyo Sanjobo-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8435 Japan
Overseas:
TEL +81-75-822-0002
FAX +81-75-822-0004
Japan:
TEL 075-822-0002
FAX 075-822-0004

