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Learning Japanese abroad
Students and adults
Japanese · Move and Study
- 1 country to learn Japanese
- Prices checked on October 12, 2026
Make progress in Japanese, compare the destinations available and build a stay suited to your level, your goals and your budget.
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Compare the countries where you can learn Japanese and identify the destinations best suited to your project.
Price comparison for 4 weeks
4-week stay, standard course and homestay, starting price: cheapest city: Fukuoka (310,000.00 JPY); most expensive: Tokyo (354,000.00 JPY); a gap of 14%.
| City | Schools | Starting price | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fukuoka | 1 school | 310,000.00 JPY≈ 1,766 EUR | 310,000.00 JPY≈ 1,766 EUR |
| Kyoto | 1 school | 334,000.00 JPY≈ 1,902 EUR | 334,000.00 JPY≈ 1,902 EUR |
| Tokyo | 1 school | 354,000.00 JPY≈ 2,016 EUR | 354,000.00 JPY≈ 2,016 EUR |
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Programmes
Choose your Japanese programme
Compare the main options available, then refine your choice according to your level, the length of stay you have in mind and the destination you settle on.
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To progress faster with a larger number of lessons each week.
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One-to-one courses
To benefit from more personalised support, on its own or alongside a standard programme.
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Exam preparation
JLPT: the right preparation depends on the test date you are aiming for and on the school you choose.
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Professional language
To work on the language in a professional context, with greater fluency in both speaking and writing.
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Academic programme
To prepare a study project, strengthen your level and become familiar with the expectations of a course of study abroad.
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We help you choose the right Japanese stay
Destination, school, lesson pace, accommodation and overall budget: we help you compare the options that matter before you start your search or your quote.
Choosing the school
Compare the atmospheres, the school sizes and the student profiles.
Overall budget
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Accommodation
Choose between immersion, a residence or a more independent option depending on your profile.
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What our customers say
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions before going to learn Japanese
A quick read to frame your project before comparing the destinations and schools available.
Where can you study Japanese with Move and Study?
At the moment: Fukuoka, Kobe, Kyoto, Tokyo. Each city has its own page, with its school, courses and accommodation.
Should you learn hiragana and katakana before you go?
We strongly recommend it. These two sets of 46 characters each can be learned on your own in two or three weeks, and classes rely on them from the start. Kanji are learned gradually, in class, throughout your stay.
What is the JLPT, and can you prepare for it in Japan?
The JLPT is the official Japanese test. It has five levels, from N5, the most accessible, up to N1. There are only a few fixed test dates each year: tell us your level and target date and we will check whether the school prepares for it.
How long does it take to learn Japanese?
Japanese takes time: three writing systems and a grammar far removed from that of European languages. In a month you lay the foundations and cope with everyday life. To read and talk comfortably, a stay of several months makes a real difference.