The lower price of land in Okazaki results in larger houses than in Tokyo or Osaka. Not only are higher quality homestays easier to obtain but also Yamasa invests a lot of energy into the Homestay program. The homestays give you not only the opportunity to practice your language skills and intimately experience the culture, it also provides a priceless chance to communicate across cultures and make long lasting friendships. Guaranteed, at low cost, and within walking distance of the campus. Most students cannot afford high rents and end up living in substandard housing and have long train or subway commutes.
Many institutions rely heavily on private vendors for accomodation.
Every student who enrolls in Yamasa is guaranteed appropriate, safe, affordable student housing. Many Japanese educational institutions aim to be, many claim to be, however very few are. Yamasa is one of the few schools with an admissions policy that emphasizes the importance of a diverse student intake - and perhaps the only one that consistently maintains it. Diversity is essential for successful language training. With no majority language.