- PCs with broadband Internet access, and office applications
- Free wireless Internet access
- Study space
- A game console with a good selection of games
learn Japanese in Kyoto with GenkiJACS
GenkiJACS Kyoto
Looking to learn Japanese in Japan while experiencing the country's most famous cultural destination? Genki Japanese and Culture School Kyoto offers an immersive language-learning experience in the heart of Japan's historic capital. Surrounded by temples, traditional neighbourhoods, and centuries of living culture, our Japanese language school in Kyoto provides the perfect environment to study Japanese in Japan while experiencing everyday life beyond the classroom.
Whether your goal is conversational fluency, cultural immersion, or preparing for a longer stay in Japan, our small classes, experienced teachers, and communicative teaching approach help students build real-world Japanese skills. From exploring historic districts to practising Japanese with local people, every day in Kyoto becomes part of your learning experience.
- Why Genki Kyoto?
- Heart of the city
- Cradle of culture
Location
Our Japanese language school in Kyoto is located just minutes from the historic Gion district, one of Japan's most famous cultural neighbourhoods. Kyoto Station is only 20 minutes away by subway, providing easy access to the rest of the city and beyond. Students can also enjoy a 25-minute walk to the world-famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple, making it easy to experience Kyoto's rich history, culture, and everyday life while studying Japanese in Japan. Read more about Kyoto city here.
School Facilities
Our Kyoto campus features 9 modern classrooms and a spacious communal lounge where students can relax, study, and connect with classmates from around the world. Large windows create a bright and welcoming atmosphere, while our classrooms are designed to support interactive, communicative Japanese lessons in a comfortable learning environment.
- Multimedia projectors in every class
- Manga/book library
- Coffee and tea facilities
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KYOTO SCHOOL COURSES
Core Japanese course
Speaking Japanese will transform your time in Kyoto. Using techniques developed by our experienced teachers, you'll pick it up faster than you think. Our Standard Course combines original, modern materials with real-world activities, so you won't just be studying Japanese, you'll be living it in one of the most culturally rich cities on earth.
Core courseLesson system:
Two grammar lessons and two lessons focused on speaking, listening, writing or reading, every weekday. Practice what you’ve learnt at home by homework and assignments, then put that new knowledge to use the next day in our language skills practical classes.
Customize your experience:
Add any of the exciting modules below for an even more intense and intensive learning experience!
Module
Plus Conversation
Add four extra classes each week of conversational Japanese. These extra classes focus on some of the interesting aspects of conversational Japanese such as slang, dialects, specialized vocabulary, and more.
Conversation
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Plus Cultural Activities
Learn about the wonderful culture of Japan while learning the language. You will have 2-3 "cultural experience" lessons every Saturday.
Cultural activitiesUNIQUE POINTS
Our Japanese language school in Kyoto sits right in the heart of it all, giving students the perfect base to experience the real Japan while learning Japanese through everyday cultural immersion.
The Heart of Traditional Japan
Kyoto is Japan's cultural soul, and our Japanese language school places students right in the middle of it. Ancient temples, geisha districts and centuries-old traditions are all within easy reach, creating opportunities to experience Japanese culture beyond the classroom.
A City That Hasn't Forgotten Its Past
While the world races forward, Kyoto moves at its own pace. Studying Japanese in Kyoto means immersing yourself in the Japan that inspired the world while using your language skills in one of the most culturally rich cities on earth.
Learn Japanese Where It Was Shaped
Kyoto was Japan's capital for over a thousand years. The language, culture and traditions you're studying in class are alive and all around you every single day.
The City That Inspired the World
From Studio Ghibli landscapes to the streets that shaped samurai culture — Kyoto is the Japan that the rest of the world fell in love with. Study Japanese in Kyoto and you'll quickly understand why this city continues to inspire visitors from around the world.
Learn Japanese Beyond the Classroom
One of the biggest advantages of studying Japanese in Kyoto is the opportunity to practise what you learn every day. From ordering food in local restaurants and exploring traditional markets to attending seasonal festivals and visiting historic sites, students can build confidence in real-world situations while experiencing Japanese culture first-hand.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
HOMESTAY
You will become a member of a Japanese family. Practise the Japanese you learned in school at your Kansai home. Learn what a real Japanese home is like. Breakfast and dinner included.
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PRIVATE RESIDENCE
Private bedroom, shared facilities. Shared with other GenkiJACS students, Japanese residents or students of other schools.
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Private Apartment
Small studio apartment suited for 1 person. Comes fully furnished with all the standard amenities.
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Begin the journey of a lifetime. Speak Japanese, live Japan.
About Us
Accredited and award-winning Japanese school in Tokyo, Kyoto, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Nagoya. Learn real-world, communicative Japanese in small, intimate classes. Kickstart the journey of a lifetime in Japan, or bring your existing skills to new levels.
Useful Pages
Fukuoka School
Phone: +81 (0)92 472 0123
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Tokyo School
Phone: +81 (0)3 6457 3554
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Okinawa School
Phone: +81 (0)98-987-7818
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Kyoto School
Phone: +81 (0)75-353-0003
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Nagoya School
Phone: +81 (0)52-452-3655
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