How much does a language course in Japan cost in 2027?
In briefA 2-week stay in Japan costs from 174,000.00 JPY (≈ 991 EUR) in Fukuoka, the cheapest city in our selection: standard course, homestay in a single room (half board when the school offers it) and compulsory fees included, outside peak season, excluding flights and transfers.
Price of a language course in Japan, city by city
For each city, the standard stay at the city's cheapest school, over four durations. The course (standard) and the accommodation (homestay, single room) are the same everywhere: only the city changes. Each city's page details all its schools.
| City | Reference school | 2 weeks | 4 weeks | 8 weeks | 12 weeks | Residence, 2 weeks | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | GenkiJACS Fukuoka | from174,000.00 JPY≈ 991 EUR | from310,000.00 JPY≈ 1,766 EUR | from582,000.00 JPY≈ 3,315 EUR | from842,000.00 JPY≈ 4,796 EUR | — | Prices in Fukuoka |
| Kyoto | GenkiJACS Kyoto | from186,000.00 JPY≈ 1,059 EUR | from334,000.00 JPY≈ 1,902 EUR | from630,000.00 JPY≈ 3,588 EUR | from914,000.00 JPY≈ 5,206 EUR | — | Prices in Kyoto |
| Tokyo | GenkiJACS Tokyo | from196,000.00 JPY≈ 1,116 EUR | from354,000.00 JPY≈ 2,016 EUR | from670,000.00 JPY≈ 3,816 EUR | from974,000.00 JPY≈ 5,548 EUR | — | Prices in Tokyo |
Kobe does not appear in this comparison: the complete 2027 rates (course and accommodation) of its school have not been published yet.
Official school rates 2027 — last checked: 14 November 2026
How are these prices calculated?
These prices are calculated by Synergee, Move & Study's pricing engine, from the official price lists published by each school.
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Each school is described in the same format (course, accommodation, registration fees, supplements) so that prices can be compared from one school to another and from one city to another. When a school changes its rates, we import them and the page is regenerated. Last check of this page's rates: 14 November 2026. For an exact price based on your dates, your level and your accommodation, ask Sophie for a quote.
Frequently asked questions about the price of a language course in Japan
How much does a language course in Japan cost in 2027?
A 2-week stay in Japan costs from 174,000.00 JPY (≈ 991 EUR) in Fukuoka, the cheapest city in our selection: standard course, homestay in a single room (half board when the school offers it) and compulsory fees included, outside peak season, excluding flights and transfers.
Is the flight included in the price of a language course in Japan?
The flight is not included in the prices on this page. It is booked separately, and its price depends on the date, the airline and when you book. Depending on where you fly from and on your destination, the connection is direct or with a stopover. Add it to the budget shown.
Do I need a visa for a language course in Japan?
It depends on your nationality, the destination and the length of your stay. The visa, or the travel authorisation that the destination requires, is never included in the prices shown and any fees add to the budget. Check the rule currently in force with the country's official authorities before booking; feel free to ask our team for advice.
Are the prices on this page guaranteed?
The prices on this page are the schools' official rates, recorded on 14 November 2026. They are re-read each time the rates are updated: the price that counts is the one in your quote, calculated on the school's rates at the time of your request. The booking, payment and cancellation conditions are set out in our terms and conditions.
How can I pay less for a language course in Japan?
- Stay longer. At GenkiJACS Fukuoka, the course costs from 40,000.00 JPY per week, then from 39,000.00 JPY per week from 10 weeks.
- Compare accommodation. The accommodation in the table is a standard formula; the “Accommodation” card above details the other formulas at each school and their starting rate.
- Look at current offers. Current promotions are gathered on the cheap language courses page; they are not included in the prices on this page.
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Gross prices, expressed in the school's currency, before any promotions. Source: the schools' official rates, recorded on 14 November 2026; the page is updated automatically each time the rates are updated. Amounts in euros are indicative, calculated at the exchange rate on the date of recording, and may vary.