Tokyo

  • KAI Japanese Language School

    Founded in 1987, KAI Japanese Language School is a highly reputable, immersive Japanese language school located in Tokyo, Japan. Since our foundation, we’ve attracted students from over 120 countries who find a fun and challenging learning experience at KAI. 

    We offer both comprehensive and conversation-based Japanese language courses year-round. KAI Summer Japanese language courses include Grammar & Conversation, JLPT Preparation, and our Teen Program to give younger students (age 13-17) an...

  • Genki Japanese and Culture School Tokyo

    Genki Japanese School is a study abroad school for foreigners who want to learn Japanese in Japan. We have locations in Fukuoka City, in southern Japan, and in Tokyo. We specialize in teaching communicative Japanese, and unlike most Japanese language schools, our courses are aimed at speakers of non-kanji languages (mainly, European languages).

    You can start any Monday throughout the year, and study for as many weeks as you like. We're the most flexible, fun and rewarding Japanese school in...

Life in Japan’s capital is fast-paced and hectic

Home to millions, with more commuting into the city every day, Tokyo is crowded and, to a first-time visitor, can seem overwhelming. But the Japanese are friendly people, and the city is well organised and safe. 

It is the blend of tradition with the new that gives the city its unique vitality. At first sight, Tokyo appears all skyscrapers and neon. Land is scarce and developers build anywhere they can. But this concrete jungle, which seems to go on forever, conceals a rich cultural mix. Tokyo is a megalopolis, made up of distinctive districts – from the art and culture of Roppongi to the trendy shopping area of Harajuku – and pockets of old Tokyo remain.

For consumers, Tokyo offers incredible choice

Tokyo signs

The Japanese are always looking for the next thing, from fashion, to gadgets (computers, cameras and mobile phones), to food. Eating out is cheap and very good - sushi, ramen and noodle dishes are popular – and Tokyo also boasts the greatest number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the world.

There is plenty to see: the Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park; the Mori Tower, with its views of the city (and Mount Fuji on a clear day), and Art Museum; the Edo-Tokyo Museum and museums in Ueno Park; Shinjuku Gyoen Park, built for the imperial family; the imperial palace itself; and Tsukiji Fish Market, the biggest in the world. Tokyo is a sea port and a visit to the Odaiba waterfront is also a must.

Tokyo noodle soup

The Tokyo National Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Japanese art and fans of animations Princess Monoke and Spirited Away, produced by Studio Ghibli, will enjoy the Ghibli Museum, where they can see the original sketches. 

The National Theatre is the best place to see traditional Japanese performing arts bunraku (classic puppet theatre), gagaku (music of the imperial court), and kabuki, which can also be seen at Kabuki-za.

The Japanese love popular culture: cinema, computer games, anime, manga; bowling, baseball, soccer and sumo; or just meeting friends for a drink in the izakayas and, of course, making their own entertainment in the many karaoke bars.

They also hold countless festivals throughout the year.  Millions turn out to watch the fireworks for obon, the festival of the dead, and to celebrate hanami, the beauty of flowers, specifically the cherry blossom in spring.

In Tokyo there is always something to do, this is why it's such a wonderful destination for Japanese language students.