School Overview&
Entrance Procedure
JET Academy

2025

CONTENTS(page)◆Welcome Message by the Principal

2◆What is JET Academy? －Features of the School－

3◆Courses

5◆Class Hours & Curriculum

7◆Scholarships

9◆School Year Schedule, 2025

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◆School Activities

10◆Dormitory of JET Academy

11◆Other Dormitories with Easy Access to JET

13◆Questions & Answers on Life in Tokyo

14◆2025 Academic Year Entrance Procedures

15◆Short-term Courses in 2024-2025 Academic Year

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◆Summer Courses 2025

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◆Short-term Business Japanese Course for Year 202521

文部科学省指定準備教育機関・東京都知事認可校
日本語教育振興協会第一次認定校
SINCE 1988
学校法人 柴永国際学園

2024.06

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TO ALL WHO WOULD LIKE TO STUDY IN JAPANIn this era of advanced internet and technology, some question the purpose of
studying foreign languages or even studying abroad. However, I have met over 3000 students
in my 20 years of teaching, many have expressed that there is meaning in studying abroadand you can get invaluable experience from it. Studying abroad is where one stands on theirown feet in a foreign country, and at the same time struggling to communicate in foreign
language, which could be a tough experience for students. Yet, every single one of theseexperiences will become an irreplaceable part in our life.

Our academy has a long history and was founded in 1988. Our academy was createdby the efforts of each teacher and student that held high ambition, and have been mutuallyenhancing one another up until today. Even from now on, we are still aiming to become aneven better academy than before.
There is a motto, “the heavens will help those who help themselves which we
display in our classroom. Happiness and blessing will fall upon those who learnautonomously and strive hard for themself. To everyone who studies abroad in Japan, please
try your best to master your Japanese ability until it is second to none. From the bottom of
my heart I hope that through studying abroad in Japan, you will be able to grow in every
aspect and enrich your lives here.

YAMAGUCHI Shizuko

山口 閑子
Principal

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■ What is JET Academy?
JET Academy was established in 1988 as an educational institution (学校法人) chartered by theGovernor of Tokyo. Since its foundation, the main purpose of the school has been to provide assistanceto students who wish to get into universities in Japan; our achievements have been outstanding throughout
the years.
All courses are conducted full-time and our curriculum has proven to be successful in helping
international students mastering the Japanese language in a short period of time. Besides focusing on thelanguage, we have also started job guidance recently for students who intend to work in Japan.
As a recognition of our achievement, the Ministry of Education (now the Ministry of Education, Culture,
Sports, Science and Technology) has appointed the academy as a ‘Preparatory School’ (準備教育機関)
in 2000.
Besides that, we have also accepted more than 60 Thai students on government scholarships since 2004.

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What is a Preparatory School (準備教育機関)?
Applicants who intend to get into Japanese universities are required to have completed twelve years offormal education.
Although some could graduate high school in shorter periods (10 or 11 years) in their home countries,
they are not eligible to further their tertiary education in Japan due to the system mentioned above.
As such, ‘Preparatory School’ was established as a remedy to these cases, where students who havesuccessfully completed any Ministry-approved courses would be regarded as having completed therequired twelve years and are eligible to sit for the entrance examinations held by colleges anduniversities.
The two courses offered at JET Academy, College Preparatory Course A 日本語進学科Ａ (1 year
/ starting in April) and College Preparatory Course B

日本語進学科Ｂ (1.5-year / starting in

October) are certified by the Ministry of Education and Science as ‘Preparatory Courses’.

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What is a College Preparatory Course at the JET Academy?
The objective of these courses is to ensure students could pass the entrance exams conducted bynational universities and/or prestigious private universities, as well as the Examination for Japanese
University Admission for International Students (EJU).
In addition to the Japanese language courses, English, Mathematics and Science (Physics, Chemistry
and Biology) classes are offered where necessary, so that students are better prepared for various entrance
exams requirements.
Guidance on choosing a university, instructions on essay-writing and interview practices are also
provided as well as guidance on filling in necessary application forms.

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Are there any courses for students who intend to work in Japan?
The Japanese Course 日本語基礎科 is suitable for those who intend to work in Japan. Through thiscourse, students are able to choose and take up job recruitment seminars.
In addition, we conduct events and activities like mingling sessions with local university students andhomestay programs, allowing our students to experience the Japanese culture first-hand and opportunities
to familiarize communicating in Japanese. The combination of our student-oriented lessons and theseafter-school activities has yield favourable results for all students ranging from beginner all the way toadvance levels.
The Japanese Course is also recommended to students who wish to get into vocational colleges (専門学校 ), as the course prepares students for the JLPT N1 and N2 levels, whilst balancing between
comprehension, composition and communication skills.

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Are there any short-term, intensive courses?
Yes, short-term programs are available throughout the year, provided that there is a suitable classopening at the time of enrolment. We also provide conversation courses in summer (August-September)and one to one private lesson.

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Are there any scholarships I can apply for by the school?
Yes, there are. Various scholarships are awarded to selected students with excellent grades andattendance each year. The scholarships by the Ministry of Education and Science (MEXT), Takayama
International Education Foundation, Kyoritsu Maintenance Scholarship by Kyoritsu International
Foundation and Frances & Sachio Semmoto Foundation are a few examples received by our students inrecent years.
JET Academy also has many moral/financial supporters ― alumni and friendly organizations, offering
generous scholarships to our students with excellent grades so that these students could devote their time
fully on studies.

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What about school dormitory?
Our school dormitory is well-equipped and easily accessible to and from the school. All necessary

furniture and electrical appliances are provided to allow students to start their life in Tokyo comfortably
from the day they arrive Japan.
Besides that, we also introduce various share houses operated by private companies.

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Are there any student discounts?
As full-time students, you could purchase commuter passes for JR, private railways and buses at a

discounted rate. In addition, you are eligible for a 20% discount for trips of more than 100km one-way on
JR. Student-discount tickets are also available for museums, theatres and many other places of attraction.

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Courses(1) College Preparatory Course(1 year / starting in April)College Preparatory Course A
This is a one-year intensive course, suitable for those who have mastered the fundamentals inJapanese and intend to apply for undergraduate or graduate courses in Japanese universities towards
the end of the course. Offering more than 920 hours of Japanese lessons aiming at EJU1 and JLPT2
N1, the course also has optional subjects such as English and Mathematics, which may be mandatory
for the university entrance exams. An interview will be conducted prior to the commencement of thecourse and admission is subject to the outcome of the interview.
EJU1

Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students

JLPT2

Japanese Language Proficiency Test

SemesterI
April - September

II
October - March

CourseCollege Preparatory Course A

Visa

Student visa (1year 3 months)

Class hours

1,000hrs.
(Japanese /Social Studies/ English)

Level

Intermediate

Advanced

Tuition Fee

JPY 860,000
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Additional
Subjects(per year)

JPY 74,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000

ONE-OFF PAYMENT, INSTALLMENTS NOT AVAILABLE(2) College Preparatory Course(1.5 year / starting in October)College Preparatory Course B
This is a one-and-a-half-year intensive course, suitable for those who intend to apply forundergraduate or graduate courses in Japanese universities towards the end of the course. Aninterview will be conducted prior to the commencement of the course and admission is subject to theoutcome of the interview.
SemesterI
October - MarchII
April - September

III
October - March

CourseCollege Preparatory Course B

Visa

Student visa (2 years)

Class hours

440hrs.
(Japanese)

Level

Intermediate I

1,000hrs.
(Japanese / Social studies / English)

Intermediate II

Tuition Fee

Advanced

JPY 1,230,000
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Additional
Subjects(per year)

JPY 74,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000

ONE-OFF PAYMENT, INSTALLMENTS NOT AVAILABLE

5(3) College Preparatory Course(2 years / starting in April)

Japanese Course A + College Preparatory Course A
This course is suitable for those picking up Japanese language from the beginning and intend to apply
for undergraduate or graduate courses in Japanese universities in two years. The course covers thefundamentals of Japanese language in the first year and proceeds to intermediate and advanced levelsin the second year, developing students’ capabilities to be able to follow lectures in Japanese
universities in future.
I
April - September

SemesterII
October - MarchIII
April - September

IV
October - March

CourseJapanese Course A

College Preparatory Course A

Visa

Student visa (1year 3 months)

Student visa (1 year)

Class hours

440hrs.
(Japanese)

440hrs.
(Japanese)

Level

Beginner

Intermediate I

Tuition Fee

1,000hrs.
(Japanese / Social studies / English)

Intermediate II

JPY 740,000

Advanced

JPY 860,000
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Additional
Subjects(per year)

JPY 74,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000
JPY 37,000

ONE-OFF PAYMENT, INSTALLMENTS NOT AVAILABLE(4) Japanese Course(1 year / starting in April & October)

Japanese Course A/B
This is a one-year course offering practical lessons in reading, listening, speaking and writing at the
beginner’s level, aiming to achieve JLPT1 N1 or N2 towards the end of the course. The course allows
one to acquire the necessary knowledge and language proficiency for getting into a vocational
college or working in Japan. Option to extend the course up to 2 years is available for students withgood attendance rate in the first year.
JLPT1

Japanese Language Proficiency Test

SemesterⅠ
April - September /October - MarchⅡ
October - March /April - September

CourseJapanese Course A/B

Visa

Student Visa (1 year 3 months)

Class hours

440hrs. (Japanese)

440hrs. (Japanese)

Level

Beginner / Intermediate /Advanced

Beginner / Intermediate /Advanced

Tuition Fee

JPY 740,000

6Class Hours & Curriculum● For College Preparation(Timetable)

The following curriculum is applicable throughout College Preparatory Course A and the second &third semesters of College Preparatory Course B.
1 ( 09:00 - 09:50 )2 ( 09:55 - 10:45 )3 ( 10:55 - 11:45 )4 ( 11:50 - 12:40 )5 ( 14:00 - 14:50 )6 ( 14:55 - 15:45 )MondayTuesday

WednesdayThursdayFridayJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapanese Culture

Kanji

Mathematics I(optional)

Mathematics Ⅱ(optional)

Apr. – Sept.

Biology

7 ( 15:50 - 16:40 )(optional)( 16:40 - )Guidance Counselling

Social Studies

Apr. – Nov.

Apr. – Sept.
Guidance Counselling

Apr. – Nov.
Guidance Counselling

Apr. – Nov.

EnglishApr. – Dec.

Chemistry

Physics(optional)(optional)

Apr. – Nov.

Apr. – Nov.

Guidance Counselling

Guidance Counselling● The textbooks used in the intermediate level include (but not limited to) 「中級を学ぼう」, 「文化中級日本語」, 「読むトレーニング日本留学試験対応」, 「聴くトレーニング日本留学試験対応」 and 「中級からはじめるニュースの日本語 聴解40」. Textbook for advanced level learners include (but notlimited to) 「中級から上級への日本語」、「どんな時どう使う日本語表現文型500」、「大学で学 ぶ た め の ア カ デ ミ ッ ク ジ ャ パ ニ ー ズ 」 . Basic grammar application is focused throughcomprehension and composition practices. Materials and articles from the news and TV programs arealso used in class.
● The textbooks used in the advanced level include (but not limited to) 「中級から上級への日本語」, 「トピックによる日本語総合演習上級」 and 「テーマ別上級で学ぶ日本語」. Materials and articles fromthe news, TV programs, novels, essays etc are frequently used in class, so that the focus will not belimited to learning new vocabulary and phrases, but to also expand the students’ knowledge andunderstanding fit for university.
● Mock exams and quizzes are conducted from time to time to get students ready for various exams. On
top of that, writing practices on advanced topics will be conducted for those preparing for the university
entrance exams. As for students planning to enrol in master’s courses, individual assistance andguidance will be provided to help them in preparing and writing their research proposals.
● The College Preparation Course is designed to help students get accepted into universities by preparing
them well enough to be able to score high in EJU and JLPT exams.
● The Japanese Culture and Social Studies classes are designed based on the “Japan and the World”
subject in the EJU exam.
● English is a compulsory subject. Students are separated into classes with different levels according to
the aims and goals they would like to achieve.
● Mathematics I & II, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are taught with guidance and support by ourfull-time teachers at JET Academy. Students are always encouraged to consult the teachers even afterclass when necessary.
● Kanji classes are conducted once a week; students are separated into classes with different levels basedon their reading and writing ability.
● Interview and essay writing practices are assisted individually by class teachers.
● We form teams and conduct classes for those planning to pursue graduate studies, these students will
also present their research proposal in the academy twice a year.
● The school arranges meeting sessions with former students who enrolled into prominent Japanese
universities or graduate schools, allowing them to share useful information and advice as seniors on theentrance exams and preparations for university.
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● For Japanese Language Proficiency(Timetable)

The following curricula are applicable to Japanese Course A/B and the first semester of College
Preparatory Course B.

Intermediate and Advanced level1 ( 09:00 – 09:50 )2 ( 09:55 – 10:45 )3 ( 10:55 – 11:45 )4 ( 11:50 – 12:40 )5 ( 14:00 – 14:50 )6 ( 14:55 – 15:45 )MondayTuesday

WednesdayThursdayFridayJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapanese

Kanji

Kanji
・
Reading

JapaneseJapanese
CultureJapanese
CultureBeginner Level
1 ( 09:00 – 09:50 )2 ( 09:55 – 10:45 )3 ( 10:55 – 11:45 )4 ( 11:50 – 12:40 )5 ( 14:00 – 14:50 )MondayTuesday

WednesdayThursdayFridayJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseJapanese

Kanji・
Reading

Japanese

6 ( 14:55 – 15:45 )● The textbooks used in the beginner level include (but not limited to) 「みんなの日本語Ⅰ・Ⅱ」 (Second
Edition), and from the intermediate level, 「タスクベースで学ぶ日本語中級Ⅰ・Ⅱ」, 「中級を学ぼう」, 「TRY!日本語能力試験 文法からのばす日本語」,「日本語総まとめ」and「毎日の聞き取り50日」. Newspaper articles and the works of prominent Japanese writers will also be used.
● A full-time course offering more than 880 hours of Japanese lessons in a year. Students will be able tolearn in a balanced manner the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, as well as be prepared
for the JLPT exam.
● “Japanese Culture” has different themes selected for the lessons. The various themes covered in classconsist of learning how to speak naturally and using proper intonations through TV dramas, challenging
yourself in Japanese literature, and learning Japanese through songs.
● Classes in the intermediate level will participate in a weekly one-hour Kanji class. Kanji classes areintensive and divided into different levels depending on the student’s reading and writing ability.
● Reading Session is an optional lesson where books written in simple Japanese are provided.
● Get opportunities to participate in various outdoor activities outside of class hours.
● Students will be given many opportunities (more than 20 times per year) to meet Japanese university
students and participate conversing in Japanese.
● Students can also participate in the homestay programs held all over Japan during summer vacation.
● Get opportunities to experience Japanese traditional cultures like Kabuki, tea ceremony and manymore.
● Our school conducts many events such as tours to museums and factories, hiking etc.
● Short-term enrolment (1 to 3 months) is possible.
●

About Job Guidance〇Instructors specialized in job guidance as well as regional business entrepreneurs are invited to
the Recruitment Seminars held by the school. On top of that, our staff in charge of job guidance
will provide information and consultation to students while supporting them in job searchingactivities throughout the year.
〇Opportunities available for individuals to experience
working in companies.
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Scholarships
Programme

AmountAwarding Period

Reservation Programfor Monbukagakusho
Honors Scholarship for
Privately-Financed
International Students

JPY
48,000/month

1 year or 6months(awarded after
university
enrolment)

Scholarship by
Takayama International
Education Foundation

JPY
130,000/month

1 year in
JET Academy

Kyoritsu Maintenance
Scholarship by
Kyoritsu International
Foundation

JPY
60,000/month

1 year in
JET Academy

JPY 50,000 –
80,000/month

4 years & 6months(1st year at JET
Academy,following years
onwards at
enrolled
institution)

Frances & Sachio
Semmoto Foundation

Scholarship by
JET Academy
Supporters’
Organization

Number ofStudents
Awarded at
JET Yearly

Remarks

1–6

1. JET would recommend
students with good attitude,
results and overall
performance.
2. Reservable based on EJU
results.

1–3

Students with outstanding
grades, attitude and attendance.
Based on the school’s
recommendation

1

Students with outstanding
grades, attitude and attendance.
Based on the school’s
recommendation

1–2

Students with outstanding
grades, attitude and attendance.
Based on the school’s
recommendation (mainly forstudents from Indonesia,
Malaysia, Thailand etc)
Eligible for students withoutstanding academic
performance, attitude andattendance.

Up to JPY
150,000

School Year Schedule, 2025 ※ Changes may occur【April semester】【October semester】

1 April
Placement test
2 April
Opening ceremony
3 AprilSemester starts
1 - 24 August Summer break (Japanese Course)
9 - 24 August Summer break(College Preparatory Course)(1 – 15 Aug Summer Course)
19 September Graduation (Japanese Course)
30 September Semester ends
(College Preparatory Course)

1 October
Placement test
2 OctoberOpening ceremony
3 October
Semester starts
20 Dec 2025 - 5 Jan 2026 Winter break
6 March 2026 Graduation

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School Activities◇ Excursion - May and October –Activities such as hiking and barbeque are arranged in spring and fall. These are good opportunities
for students to get to know each other better. Japanese university students are sometimes invited tojoin us too.
◇ Visiting Elementary Schools – July or November –Visiting an elementary school near JET Academy to promote international understanding. Our
students will be asked to introduce the culture in their home country, have lunch with the children andshare insights on school life.
◇ Fire drill - July and January –Get a chance to experience an earthquake of 6-degree intensity at the Center for Prevention of
National Disasters! Learn how to make your way through smoke, extinguish fire, perform CPR andother required techniques to keep yourself calm and useful during an emergency.
◇ Speech Competition - July –Representatives from each class presenting in front of the students and teachers at JET Academy. Oneof our former Taiwanese students, who won the second prize in this competition, participated in theJapanese speech contest for foreigners that was broadcasted by NHK.
◇ Fireworks Display - July –Fireworks display held on the banks of the Edo River, which runs through Asakusa and Shibamata,the two famous and quintessential downtown area in Tokyo with unique and charming atmosphere.
Our staff and teachers also help interested students put on yukata before heading off the watch thedisplay!
◇ Homestay Programs
During the summer holidays, one can participate in homestays held in Yugawara Town, Kanagawa
Prefecture, or Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, as well as in various locations across Japan such as
Kyushu, Okinawa, and Hokkaido. Additionally, short-term weekend homestays in Tokyo are alsoavailable.
◇ The Year-End Party
Students get together for a big pot-luck party with various international cuisine prepared by thestudents themselves! Besides the food, quizzes and games are also planned and hosted by the students;
a fun-filled event that is worth looking forward to at the end of the year!
◇ Kabuki, Noh, Tea Ceremony
Watch Kabuki, Noh and Bunraku performances at the National Theatre; there are opportunities towatch sumo wrestling as well. On the side note, tea ceremonies are held at school from time to time,allowing students to take part in experiencing the process.
◇ Orchestra Concert
Students are invited to orchestra and chamber music concerts. There are over hundreds of Japan’s
amateur orchestra, whose performance closely resemble to those done by professionals.
◇ Visiting Museums etc
Held twice or 3 times a year, classes visit museums and factories to learn and understand various
aspects of Japan.
◇ Interaction with university students
Throughout the year, the school arranges various activities and events with Japanese university
students, allowing our students to interact with them. These activities and events include meet-up
sessions (approximately 20 times in a year), Tokyo orientation program, universities visiting, debates
parties and many more.
◇ Volunteer Activities
We participate in activities such as litter picking by collaborating with local volunteer organizations.
Through volunteer activities, one could broaden their interactions with local Japanese.

10Dormitories of JET Academy
Our school dormitories are easily accessible to the school and well-equipped with necessary furniture andelectrical appliances, allowing students to start living in Tokyo comfortably upon arrival.
Dai-ichi Takinogawa Dormitory（第一滝野川寮）/ Dai-ni Takinogawa Dormitory（第二滝野川寮）
Address

5-47-2 Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0023 (Dai-ichi Takinogawa Dormitory)
3-28-9 Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0023 (Dai-ni Takinogawa Dormitory)

Access10~13-minute walk from Itabashi station on JR Saikyo Line (10~13 mins to JET)

Capacity

5 people (Personal bedroom)

Facilities

Air conditioner, bed, closet, futon (comforter), desk, chair, refrigerator, microwave
oven, electric kettle, tableware, washing machine, Wi-Fi.
Western-style rooms (18m2), kitchen, bathroom, toilet, balcony.

Floor
Layout

1. Contract Period

2. Payment Required
When Moving-in

Short-term Contract

Long-term Contract

NOT AVAILABLE

91 days – 2 years
Moving-in Fee JPY 50,000
Fire Insurance
JPY 10,000 (yearly)
Security Deposit JPY 65,000~70,000-※Balance will be returned after deducting JPY 10,000
for cleaning when moving-out.

3. Contract Renewal Fee

4. Monthly Fee(paid to JET Academy)-

JPY 65,000~70,000 will be charged once forstay of 7 months and longer, valid until moving
out.

-

RentalJPY 65,000~70,000
Common Utilities JPY 12,000 (Wi-Fi etc)
Other Utilities
Gas, electricity, water

Important Notes※ Reservation deposits, moving-in fee, renewal fee, monthly rental etc are not refundable, no
exceptions will be given.
※ The school will consolidate and pay the fees to the respective utility companies on behalf of student.
※ Unpaid fees will be deducted from the deposit upon leaving the dormitory.
※ The info on dormitory fees provided above are based on the current rates as of June 2024.
Kindly refer to the website for the latest information.
PICK-UP SERVICE FOR STUDENTS RENTING SCHOOL’S DORMITORY
Upon reaching Narita or Haneda airport, take the AIRPORT LIMOUSINE bound for IKEBUKURO and get
off at HOTEL METROPOLITAN. Our staff will meet you at the entrance of the hotel and accompany you tothe dormitory.

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Other Dormitories with Easy Access to JET Academy
Dormitory

Male /
FemaleAccessURL

Sharehouse
KANEKOYATakinogawa

female5 min. walk from Itabashi sta. on
JR Saikyo Line (5 minutes to
JET)

https://jet.ac.jp/en/1988/0
1/10/kanekoya/#takinoga
wa

2 min. walk from Itabashihoncho
sta. on Toei Mita Line
(15 minutes to JET)

https://jet.ac.jp/en/1988/0
1/10/kanekoya/#itabashih
oncho

8-minute walk to JET

https://bgj.co.jp/houses/B
eGood池袋本町/

10-minute walk to JET

https://bgj.co.jp/houses/F
latShareKitaikebukuroPort/female12 min. walk from Jujo sta. on
JR Saikyo Linehttps://www.kitazono-j.c
o.jp/doc/kitazono_pamph
let_eng.pdf

male

15 min. walk from
Shimura-sanchome sta. on Toei
Mita Line (33 minutes to JET)

https://www.sharehouse1
80.net/houses/share-house180-kamiitabashi/

5 min. walk from Itabashi sta. on
JR Saikyo Line (5 minutes to
JET)

https://jet.ac.jp/wp-conte
nt/uploads/2021/11/kimur
abuilding.pdf

2 min. walk from NishiKawaguchi sta. on JR
Keihin-Tohoku line (20 minutes
to JET)

http://www.weekly-mans
ion.jp/Sharehouse
KANEKOYA
Itabashihoncho

BeGoodIkebukurohoncho

FlatShare
KitaIkebukuro
Kitazono
Women’s Student
Domitory

Share House 180°
Kami-itabashi

male/femalemale/femalemale/female/femalemale
Kimura Building

Hotel
Nishi-kawaguchi
Weekly/femalemale/female12

QR CodeCommon Q&A on Life in Tokyo
Q: How much is the average rent in Tokyo?
A: The average rental for a 6 畳 (10㎡) room with bath, toilet, and kitchen is around JPY 80,000 - 90,000.
In general, 2 months rental worth of 礼金 (reikin) and 2 months rental worth of 敷金 (shikikin) would
be required upon signing a contract, thus preparing 5 - 6 months’ worth of rental in advance is advised.
Q: What are reikin and shikikin?
A: Reikin is the handling charges and it is not refundable. Shikikin is the security deposit and it will be used
to cover any expenses occurred for repairs. The balance of the shikikin will be refunded upon ending of
the contract.
Q: Do I need a guarantor when renting an apartment?
A: Yes, you do. The school can be your guarantor when you are studying at JET Academy. If you would
like us to serve as your guarantor, a refundable payment of one month’s worth of rental to the school isrequired. This payment will be kept by the school as 保証金 (hoshoukin), a form of deposit for you.
Q: How much will my meals cost every month?
A: On average, JPY 40,000 - 60,000 would be required if you cook your meals; eating out will cost at least
JPY 900 each time.
Q: How much will all other expenses add up to?
A: JPY 5,000 - 10,000 for transportation, JPY 5,000 - 15,000 for utilities (water, electricity, & gas). On topof these basic expenses, you are advised to allocate JPY 30,000 - 40,000 for personal expenses. Thus,
excluding tuition fees, around JPY 120,000 - 140,000 would be required for cost of living every month.
Q: Am I allowed to work part-time?
A: Firstly, it is important to understand that you should not rely on part-time jobs to sustain yourself while
studying in Japan. In general, those with student visas are allowed to work up to 28 hours a week except
in certain entertainment and amusement industries like bars and pachinko parlours.
JET Academy will only allow students to engage in part-time jobs 3 months after arriving Japan.
That being said, all College Preparatory Course students at JET Academy are prohibited fromengaging in part-time jobs. This is a general ruling set by the school so that students could focus
entirely on studying in order to achieve the main goal of getting into a university in Japan.
Q: What about sickness and injury?
A: All students are recommended to apply for health insurance. When students join the National Health
Insurance (NHI) scheme, they only need to pay thirty percent of the total medical fee. Additionally, allstudents are required to pay an additional JPY 3,000 per year (or JPY 300 per month for short-termcourses) for insurance covering accidents occurring at school, during commuting to or from school, andin daily life.
Compensation Amount
Injury of compensation
Liability compensation(Comprehensive Life
Insurance)

Loss of life or permanent disability
Hospitalization charges per day
Outpatient charges per day
Domestic
Overseas
Includes domestic settlement negotiation service

JPY 850,000
JPY 1,200
JPY 800
JPY 300 million
JPY 100 million

Q: Should I be worried when earthquakes occur?
A: Our school’s buildings are built with reinforced concrete, making the building structureearthquake-resistant. No damages to the school building and our school dormitory were found evenduring the massive earthquake occurred on 11 March, 2011. We also hold fire drills regularly;
participation is compulsory for all students as it is crucial to learn how to act in times of emergency.

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2025 Academic Year Entrance Procedures
1. Courses Offered(1) College Preparatory Course (1-year / starting in April)

進学1年コース(2) College Preparatory Course (1.5-year / starting in October) 進学1.5年コース(3) College Preparatory Course (2-year / starting in April)

進学2年コース(4) Japanese Course (1 year / starting in April and October)日本語1年コース

2. Student Capacity
150 students (College Preparatory Course: 56 / Japanese Course: 94)

3. Eligibility
The applicant must fulfil at least one of the three conditions below.
(1) Completed 12 years of formal education in the applicant's native country(2) Completed high school curriculum or the equivalent in the applicant's native country(3) Similar or equivalent academic qualifications recognized/acknowledged by JET Academy.
※ Kindly note that application by certain countries/region may not be accepted.

4. Application Documents
Necessary documents upon submission (A+B).
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------A. Documents to be Prepared by the Applicant----------------------------------------------------------------------------------(1) Application Form 入学願書 (provided by JET Academy)(2) Certificate of Graduation 卒業証明書 (original or certified true copies only)(3) Most Recent Academic Records 成績証明書 (original or certified true copies only)(4) Passport copy (personal information page and all entries into Japan)※ Proof of entries in expired passports are required as well.
(5) 7 Photographs taken within the past 3 months (4cm×3cm, name written on back of photo.)※ If the applicant entered an elementary school at an age older or younger than the starting age forcompulsory education, all certificates of graduation and academic records are required.
※ (2) and (3) have to be attached with Japanese translations.
※ If applicants have more than 5 years of occupational experience, documents certifying their work
experience are needed. Certificates of Japanese language study is also necessary whereapplicable.
※ Additional documents may be required for application from certain countries or area.

14--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------B. Documents Certifying Financial Ability of the Applicant’s Sponsor--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Your application will not be accepted if you need to rely on income from part-time jobs in Japan.
◆ Sponsor Not Living in Japan;(1) Certificate of Payment 経費支弁書 (provided by JET Academy)(2) Sponsor’s Bank Account(s) Statement(3) Proof of relationship with the applicant (i.e. Copy of birth certificate or Green Card)(4) Proof of the sponsor’s annual income and certification of employment◆ Applicant funding him/herself(1) Applicant’s Bank Account(s) Statement (min JPY 3,000,000)(2) Proof of applicant’s annual income and certification of employment◆ Sponsor Living in Japan;(1) Certificate of Payment 経費支弁書 (provided by JET Academy)(2) Certificate of sponsor’s income statement 課税証明書(3) Sponsor’s Bank Account(s) Statement (min JPY 3,000,000)(4) Proof of relationship with the applicant (i.e. Copy of birth certificate or Green Card)(5) Proof of occupation(6) Copy of ID card** All documents mentioned above must be original or certified true copy.
** In general, all submitted documents should be issued within the past 3 months except for documentsthat are only issued once officially.
** Additional documents may be required for the applicants from certain countries and areas.
Kindly contact us if you have any question.

5. Application Procedure
You can apply through one of the three ways below:(a) Walk-in submission at JET Academy, submit the required documents & screening fee (JPY 20,000).
(b) Submit all of your documents by registered mail and transfer the screening fee (JPY 20,000) to thebank account below. (bank charges to be borne by the applicant)(c) Contact one of our overseas liaison offices and submit the required documents and the screening fee(JPY 20,000). Kindly contact us in advance to find out our overseas liaison offices in advance.

6. Application Period
April 2025 Intake:
26 August - 8 November 2024
October 2025 Intake:3 March - 15 May 2025
※ Applications may be accepted even after the application period depending on vacancies.
Kindly contact us for further inquiries.

7. Screening Method and Notification of Acceptance
Screening will only be done upon receiving complete documents and the screening fee of JPY 20,000.
All applicants will be notified on the application results; successful applicants will be required to pay
the admission fee of JPY 50,000 upon receiving the Letter of Admission. The screening and admission
fees are not refundable should you decide to withdraw your application after completing the admission
procedure.

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8. Immigration Screening (Student Visa Application)
The documents of those who have passed the school's screening are submitted to the Immigration
Bureau by the school. The school will notify the applicant when the Certificate of Eligibility（COE;
在留資格認定証明書）is issued. Successful applicants will then be required to pay the tuition fees andan additional JPY 15,000 (including insurance fee for foreign students and studying materials fee) for
the first year. The Certificate of Eligibility (original document) will only be sent via post upon
payment received. The Certificate of Eligibility is usually issued at the end of February for the April
intake and at the end of August for the October intake.

9. School Admission Procedures(1) Applicant are required go to the local Japanese Embassy or Consulate to apply for a student visa
upon receiving the Certificate of Eligibility.
(2) As soon as applicants enter Japan, they are required bring along their passport and Letter of
Admission and report to the school whenever possible.

10. Fees
Screening fee

JPY 20,000

Admission fee

JPY 50,000
JPY 740,000

Japanese Course(1 year)

1st semester JPY 370,000
2nd semester JPY 370,000

JPY 860,000

College Preparatory
Course (1 year)

TuitionFees

When applying for
JET Academy
When Letter of
Admission is issued
by JET Academy

1st semester JPY 430,000
2nd semester JPY 430,000

JPY 1,230,000

College Preparatory
Course (1.5-year)st

1 semester JPY 370,000
2nd semester JPY 430,000
3rd semester JPY 430,000

When COE isissued by
Immigration Bureau

JPY 1,600,000st

1 semester JPY 370,000
2nd semester JPY 370,000
3rd semester JPY 430,000
4th semester JPY 430,000

College Preparatory
Course (2- year)

Mathematics JPY 74,000
Physics, Chemistry, Biology
JPY 37,000(each)

One subject/year

After arrival in
Japan-NOTES1. As a rule of thumb, all fees must be paid in advance. (Inform us in advance for instalment payments.)
2. Generally, school fees are not refundable. However, exceptions will be given for the following cases,
a. Inevitable circumstances that lead to withdrawal from the intake, the school fees (not including
screening fee and admission fee) will be refunded (Letter of Admission needs to be returned).
b. If the Certificate of Eligibility is not issued by the Minister of Justice, the admission fee will be
refunded as well. (Letter of Admission needs to be returned).
c. Inevitable circumstances occurred during the intake that leads to inability to continue studying at
JET Academy, school fees paid for the following intakes will be refunded.
3. The cost of textbooks and other studying materials are not included in the tuition fee. (It will cost about
JPY 10,000 - 20,000 a year.)
4. Before the commencement of the Preparatory Class (entire duration of the 1-year College Preparatory
Course, 2nd & 3rd semesters of the 1.5-year College Preparatory Course, and 3rd & 4th semesters of the
2-year College Preparatory Course), students may choose to enrol in special Japanese language classes
and preparatory classes for maths and science. The tuition fee for the special Japanese language class isroughly JPY 60,000, and JPY 20,000 - JPY 30,000 for the preparatory classes in maths and science.
1611. Payment methods
１）Bank Account Details
Name of Bank: Mizuho Bank Ltd.
Name of Branch: Ikebukuro Nishiguchi Branch, Tokyo
Swift code: MHCBJPJT
Account Number: 2922509
School Name: JET Nihongo Gakko (JET日本語学校)
School Address: 7-8-9 Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo, 114-0023 JAPAN
Phone: +81-3-3916-2101
1. Kindly provide your name in the transfer details.
2. All bank charges will be borne by the applicant.
3. When remitting money to the above bank account, a handling fee may be charged by the bank in
the applicant’s home country. Any additional fee deducted from the total amount has to be
reimbursed to the school upon arriving Japan.

２）Flywire （Credit card）

Kindly make the payments by using the link below.
URL：https://www.flywire.com/pay/jet-academy/
Inquiries： Toll-Free line within USA +1 800 346 9252
Japan
+81 (50) 5846 6695
*You can also pay via telegraphic transfer（T/T）
1. Please do not transfer your living expenses to the school.
2. You need to register an account when using Flywire’s services.
When registering the account, please make sure that you’ve entered your name (in romaji) andAdmission ID (Student ID) correctly as the account can be used for future payments.

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Short-term Courses in 2024-2025 Academic YearIf you have picked up a certain level in Japanese and would like to continue studying for a short period,
you could attend one of the following classes at any time, provided that you can catch up with the class.
(Please note that beginners are not accepted in the middle of the term. They are required to start in April orin October.)Application Procedure
1. Submit the ① Application Form (PDF) ② Photograph ③ Passport Copy to [info@jet.ac.jp] at least
one month before the commencement of class.
2. Applicants are required to pay the screening fee of JPY 20,000, the admission fee of JPY 25,000 andtuition fees through one of the payment methods available.
3. After payment is confirmed, the school will send the applicant Letter of Admission.
※The fees paid are not refundable under any circumstances.
4. Apply for a temporary visitor visa (90 days) or working holiday visa at the Japanese embassy in yourcountry (if necessary). Other required documents could be found at the embassy.

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PeriodClass Level

Tuition Fees

1 Oct – 20 Dec 2024

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

JPY 210,000

1 Nov 2024 – 24 Jan 2025
Beginner Ⅱ(Winter Break 21 Dec 2024 – 5 Jan 2025)
2 Dec 2024 – 21 Feb 2025
Beginner Ⅱ(Winter Break 21 Dec 2024 – 5 Jan 2025) Advanced

Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

JPY 210,000

Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

4

6 Jan – 7 Mar 2025

Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ Advanced

5

1 Apr – 30 Jun

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

JPY 210,000
JPY 140,000
JPY 222,000

Screeningfee
JPY 20,000+
Admissionfee
JPY 25,000

67 May – 31 July

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

7

2 Jun – 15 Aug

Beginner Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

8

1 Jul – 15 Aug

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

9

1 Jul – 19 Sep(Summer Break 16 – 24 Aug)

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

JPY 195,000

10

1 Oct – 19 Dec

Beginner Ⅰ･Ⅱ Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

JPY 222,000

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4 Nov 2025 – 30 Jan 2026
Beginner Ⅱ(Winter Break 20 Dec 2025 – 5 Jan 2026)
1 Dec 2025 – 27 Feb 2026
Beginner Ⅱ(Winter Break 20 Dec 2025 – 5 Jan 2026) Advanced
6 Jan – 6 Mar 2026

Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ
Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ

Intermediate Ⅰ･Ⅱ Advanced

JPY 222,000
JPY 195,000
JPY 121,000

JPY 222,000
JPY 222,000
JPY 148,000

School hours: 9:00 - 12:40 (Monday to Friday; 9:00 -15:45 on some days)※Fee for textbook and other study materials are not included in the tuition fees.
※All students will be enrolled in the disaster compensation insurance (insurance premium of 300 yen permonth). However, as this insurance does not cover regular illnesses or injuries, it is essential for all
students to apply for travel insurance before leaving their home country.
●Private and semi-private lessons are available too.
Tuition fee for a 50-minute lesson is as follows:
1: 1 (One teacher for one student)
JPY 5,500
1: 2 (One teacher for two students)
JPY 3,000 (per student)
1: 3 (One teacher for three students)
JPY 2,100 (per student)
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Summer Courses 2025
Four-week Japanese Courses (Course A)
Level: Beginner Level 1, Level 2; Intermediate Level 1, Level 2
Course Dates: 1 July (Tue.) ~ 31 July (Thu.) [4 weeks]
Time: 9:00 ~ 12:40• There will be no classes on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays; there will be 1 or 2 classes
held in the afternoon.
The classes will be divided according to students’ abilities in listening, speaking, reading andwriting. Students could also get an opportunity to participate in the school’s annual speech contest
in late July! Besides that, field trips around Tokyo, watching Kabuki performance and attending
summer firework festival will also be arranged!
The classes are lively, fun-filled and energetic, waiting for you to experience Japanese culture!

Conversation Course (Course B)
Level: Beginner to pre-intermediate
Course Dates: 1 August (Fri) ~ 15 August (Fri.) [2 weeks]
Time: 10:00 ~ 12:40*No classes on Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays.
Would you like to improve your Japanese conversation skills? Then consider joining this course!
The use of Japanese TV shows, dramas will be incorporated in the lessons. Learn the grammar
through these shows, and have actual conversation practices daily! Look forward to enjoy conversing
in Japanese; there will also be opportunities to communicate with local university students, face toface!!

Japanese Courses (Course C)
Course Dates: 25 August (Mon.) ~ 19 September (Fri.) [4 weeks]
Time: 9:00 ~ 12:40
This course can be switched to Course A to continue learning Japanese!

○Fees:

Screening fee:
Admission fee:
Tuition Fee: (Course A+B)
(Course A+B+C)
Text books and teaching materials fee: Around

JPY 20,000
JPY 25,000
JPY 121,000
JPY 195,000
JPY 4,000○ Students can choose between the school’s dormitory and other hostels.
○ All students are required to apply for travel insurance before leaving their home country.
○ Submit the ① Application Form (PDF) ② Photograph ③ Passport Copy to [info@jet.ac.jp] by the middleof June.

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Short-term Business Japanese Course for Year 2025
【COURSE INFORMATION】
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Japanese classes aiming to achieve JLPT N2 or N1 levels, more than 270 classes in 3 months(50 mins per class).
Jobs seminars tailored for the course covering the following topics
Guidance
Self-Analysis | Understanding Japanese | Businesses & Companies
Promoting Yourself | Proper Ways to Write a Resume
Interviews
Interactive/Dialog Sessions with Business Managers
Meet-up & Interactive Sessions with university students & local Japanese.
Experience Japanese cultures like Kabuki and activities like excursions etc.
Opportunities available for individuals to experience working in companies.

【COURSE DURATION】
o April Intake
1 April - 30 June 2025 (Can be Extended)o October Intake
1 October - 19 December 2025 (Can be
Extended)【SCHOOL FEES】
Screening Fee JPY 20,000
Admission Fee JPY 25,000Class Fee
JPY 222,000=====================TOTAL JPY 267,000※ Additional JPY5,000-10,000 would be
required for textbook & other class materials.

【CLASS TIME】
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:40pm &2:00pm - 3:45pm (2 - 3 days weekly)【APPLICATION】
Submit the① Application Form (PDF)② Photograph③ Passport copy
to [info@jet.ac.jp].
Invoice for school fees will be issued upon
confirmation of your Japanese language
proficiency level.

【TARGET APPLICANTS】
Those with JLPT N3 proficiency & has
intention to work in Japan.
【CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION】
o April Intake … 1 March 2025
o October Intake … 1 September 2025

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JET ACADEMY－Japanese Language School－
7－8－9 Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo, 114－0023
JAPAN

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