OLJ Language Academy

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Level up your practical Japanese communication in the heart of shopping and manga paradise, Ikebukuro.

About

OLJ Language Academy is located in Ikebukuro—a shopping and manga-lovers paradise in northern Tokyo. Home to Sunshine City (a huge mall and entertainment complex), heaps of arcades, streetwear stores, and big anime/manga book and merchandise sellers, Ikebukuro is one study locale where you’ll never get bored.

Why Study At OLJ?

Perfect Location

Ikebukuro is a hub for many train lines with fast access to Tokyo’s major wards—Shinjuku, Shibuya, Tokyo. You can find affordable housing in the nearby residential districts with a quick commute to most business districts where you will find part-time employment suitable for students.

A Welcoming School

At the heart of it all, OLJ welcomes students from over 25 countries worldwide and offers English guidance and support. Individual counseling sessions are included with your course, allowing you to discuss your progress and goals with a teacher.

Original Student Yearly Agenda

OLJ’s team understands the challenges that international students face when they come to Japan, especially if it’s their first time studying abroad. That’s why they have created an original agenda designed to provide all the necessary support. The agenda includes essential information for life in Japan, a monthly planner to help you keep track of your attendance and to schedule individual goals and major milestones such as JLPT and EJU dates and scores. The content is written in easy Japanese and includes QR codes for translation into multiple languages.

Quality Education

Years of experience and a robust curriculum will assist you in reaching your language goals. Whether you are aiming for higher education, employment in Japan, or seeking practical skills, OLJ’s instructors will guide you through the fundamentals while offering ample opportunities for both written and spoken practice. OLJ emphasizes group activities in class to improve communication skills and organizes events, cultural activities, and field trips, including visits to Disneyland, to engage with native Japanese speakers.

If you are beginning your Japanese learning journey, don’t worry! OLJ’s teachers adjust their speaking pace to give you time to learn Japanese phonetics and the basics. Through repetition, shadowing, and visual aids, you will attain a natural speaking speed in just a few months!

Technology-Friendly

OLJ allows computers, tablets, and dictionaries in class. Students are encouraged to bring their devices for group activities and presentations.

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Practical Japanese Course

This course is a great option for students who are keen to learn a language and put it to practical use immediately. You’ll be learning real-life Japanese that you’ll get to take out onto the vibrant streets of Ikebukuro.

Courses

Practical Japanese Course

This course is designed for anyone who wants to live in Japan, work at a Japanese company or would like to improve their practical Japanese skills to pass the JLPT level N1 or N2.
In addition, through a variety of activities such as Japanese culture field trips, Disneyland, and BBQ parties, you will have plenty of opportunities to learn Japanese in a fun and relaxed environment.

Enrollment Period: January (N4 required), April, July, October
Class Schedule: Monday-Friday
Class Duration: 09:20-12:30 or 13:30-16:40

Fees:

1-Year Tuition: ¥906,400
6-Month Tuition: ¥491,700

Short-Term Course

This course is great for anyone who wants to brush up their Japanese abilities or those who would like to get a taste of what long-term study abroad is like. You can enroll from 2 weeks up to 3 months.

Enrollment Period*: January (N4 required), April, July, October
Class Schedule: Monday-Friday
Class Duration: 09:20-12:30 or 13:30-16:40
_{*If you have N4 Level Japanese and above, you can enroll at any time.}

Fees For Students Joining Until January 2025:

1-Month Tuition: ¥55,000
3-Month Tuition Special Offer: ¥125,000
_{*If you need an invitation letter for the visa = Plus ¥16,500.
**Fees will be charged for some activities. Actual expenses for textbooks will be charged when you start to study.}

Fees For Students Joining From And After April 2025:

1-Month Tuition: ¥88,000
3-Month Tuition: ¥177,100

_{*If you need an invitation letter for the visa = Plus ¥16,500.}
**_{Fees will be charged for some activities. Actual expenses for textbooks will be charged when you start to study.}