Application Guide 2025

Courses

Courses	Enrollment Period	Application Deadline
2-Year Academic Course	April	October 15th
1 Year and 6-Month Academic Course	October	May 15th

*If you hold a residence status other than a student visa, such as dependent visa, spouse of a Japanese national, or long-term resident, you may be allowed to enroll even after the deadline. Please feel free to contact us.

Admission Requirements

1. Completion of at least 12 years of schooling or an equivalent educational background.
2. Must be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of enrollment.
3. Must have completed at least 150 hours of Japanese language study or provide proof of Japanese proficiency equivalent to A1 level in the "Reference Framework for Japanese Language Education."
4. Must be eligible to enter Japan legally through proper procedures.
5. Must be physically and mentally healthy and capable of managing daily life independently.
6. Must have a reliable guarantor.

Applicants with a residence status other than a student visa may be exempt from the above conditions. Please contact us for details.

Application Process

1．Inquiry

Please contact our school first.

Check the admission requirements before inquiring.
Provide your desired enrollment period and nationality.

If applying for a student visa, you must begin the selection process 7 to 8 months before enrollment.

2．Application

Submit the required documents via email.

Click here for a list of required documents.

3．Selection

Selection is based on document screening and an online interview.

Incomplete documents may affect the selection result.

4．Result Announcement

Admission results will be notified via email.

If conditionally accepted, final admission will be determined after the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) application result.

5．Application to the Immigration Bureau

The school will apply for a COE on behalf of the student.

6．COE Application Result Notification

The Immigration Bureau in Sendai issues COEs on a designated date.

If issued, we will notify the student or the agent.

If rejected, we will inform you of the reason.

7．Tuition Payment

Tuition must be paid within one week after COE issuance notification.

After payment, the COE will be sent to the applicant.

8．Visa Application

Apply for a visa at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
Some countries require visa applications through external agencies.

If your visa is denied, tuition fees (excluding application and admission fees) will be refunded upon submission of the embassy's denial notice and payment receipt.

9．Arrival in Japan

Notify the school of your flight details at least one week before departure.

Classes generally start around April 10 and October 10.

Required Documents

• Application Form (Excel)
  The information provided in the form will be directly recorded on the application documents. Please ensure accuracy when filling it out. If you are unable to use Excel, please notify us in advance.
  
• Passport
  Submit a color scan of the photo page and all pages with immigration stamps. If you do not have a passport, submit a birth certificate.
• Japanese Language Proficiency Certificate
  Submit a certificate of a recognized Japanese language proficiency test, such as JLPT N5 or higher, corresponding to at least A1 level in the "Japanese Language Education Reference Framework."
• Japanese Language Study Certificate
  If you have studied Japanese before, submit a certificate that includes the total study hours and study content.
• High School Graduation Certificate
  Submit a document that proves completion of an education equivalent to a Japanese high school (12 years of education).
• University/College Graduation Certificate
  If you have graduated from a university, vocational school, or junior college, submit a graduation certificate. If you have withdrawn or are currently enrolled, submit a document that verifies your status.
• Employment Certificate (for Applicant)
  If you have work experience, submit an employment certificate.
• Financial Support Statement (Original)
  Fill out the form designated by our school. The signature section must be handwritten by the financial sponsor.
• Documents Proving Relationship Between Financial Sponsor and Applicant
  If the financial sponsor is a family member, submit an official document proving the family relationship.
• Financial Sponsor’s Bank Balance Certificate (Original)
  Submit an original balance certificate issued by the bank. The required amount varies based on the financial sponsor's annual income and country of residence, but a balance of at least 2,000,000 JPY is recommended.
• Financial Sponsor’s Bank Transaction Statement (Original)
  Submit an original statement issued by the bank covering the past year. If using a passbook, provide a color scan of the cover, pages showing the bank name, account number, and account holder’s name, as well as transaction records for the past year.
  
  If a one-year statement cannot be issued or transactions are minimal, an additional document explaining the source of funds is required.
• Financial Sponsor’s Employment Certificate
  If self-employed, submit a business license. If an executive, submit a corporate registration document.
• Financial Sponsor’s Income and Tax Payment Certificate
  Submit a certificate showing the latest annual income and tax payments.
• Photos (4cm x 3cm) - 5 Copies
  Submit photos taken within the last three months. The photos must be clear, without hats or backgrounds, and taken facing forward. Write your nationality and name on the back of each photo.

Tuition and Other Fees

2-Year Course (April Enrollment)

	First Year	Second Year
Application Fee	22,000 JPY	-
Admission Fee	66,000 JPY	-
Tuition	712,800 JPY	712,800 JPY
Textbook Fee	41,250 JPY	49,500 JPY
Extracurricular Activities	16,500 JPY	16,500 JPY
Facility Fee	19,800 JPY	19,800 JPY
Health Management Fee	14,650 JPY	13,400 JPY
	893,000 JPY	812,000 JPY

1 Year and 6-Month Course (October Enrollment)

	First Year	Second Year
Application Fee	22,000 JPY	-
Admission Fee	66,000 JPY	-
Tuition	712,800 JPY	356,400 JPY
Textbook Fee	41,250 JPY	24,750 JPY
Extracurricular Activities	16,500 JPY	16,500 JPY
Facility Fee	19,800 JPY	9,900 JPY
Health Management Fee	14,650 JPY	7,450 JPY
	893,000 JPY	415,000 JPY

Student Dormitory

Students must stay in designated dormitories for at least six months upon enrollment.

• Rooms are shared by 2 persons (occasionally 3-4 persons).
• Dormitories are located in Sendai City. Students of different nationalities and religions may share the same room.
• Dormitories are located in Sendai City.
• The rent for the first six months is 20,000 JPY per month.
• The contract period for the dormitory is from April 1 to September 30 for the 2-year course and from October 1 to March 31 for the 1 year 6-month course.
  *Rent and utility fees start from the contract start date, even if you arrive late.
• Electricity and gas bills are paid separately based on usage.
• All rooms have internet access (free of charge).
• Facilities: Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, curtains, electric lighting, air conditioner, closet, desk, futon.

	Amount	Notes
Rent	150,000 JPY	6 months (25,000 JPY per month)
Water Bill	12,000 JPY	6 months (2,000 JPY per month)
Initial Application Fee	30,000 JPY	One-time payment
Living Supplies Fee	7,000 JPY	Includes daily necessities and food
Total	199,000 JPY

Refund Policy

If you wish to withdraw from enrollment, submit a written request stating the reason.

In principle, fees once paid are non-refundable. However, if you withdraw before the end of the month preceding the enrollment month, a refund will be made excluding the application and admission fees.

Refunds will be issued to the student or the financial sponsor. Any bank transfer fees incurred for the refund will be borne by the recipient.

School Location

Our school is located in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.

To avoid any misunderstandings after enrollment, please thoroughly research Sendai before applying to ensure it meets your expectations.

This website provides information about Sendai’s location, climate, living expenses, and more.＞＞Life in Sendai