Live and study in Japan

We went on a bus field trip to Mt. Fuji!

On Friday, July 24, we conducted a “Mount Fuji Bus Field Trip.” Approximately 500 students participated in the event, departing for Yamanashi Prefecture split across a total of 14 large buses. Our first destination was Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba, a village lined with thatched-roof houses from the Edo period. Within this picturesque settlement, there […]

Intermediate 2 Students Explore Kawagoe

On Tuesday, April 28, the Intermediate 2 students visited Kawagoe on a pleasant spring day with a refreshing breeze. Kawagoe is known as “Little Edo” because of its many historic buildings, and it has been officially recognized by the Japanese government as a “historic city.” Before the trip, the students researched the charm of the […]

Tea Ceremony Experience at Eishoji Temple

On March 5, 2026, SNG students took part in a tea ceremony experience. The event was held at Eishoji Temple, known as the birthplace of Kodokan Judo. Its quiet and atmospheric grounds provided a setting well suited to experiencing traditional Japanese culture. During the session, the students were divided into two groups. They took turns […]

Visiting ANA’s Blue Hangar Tour

On January 20, 2026, students from the Tourism Business Class at Shinjuku Japanese Language School participated in ANA’s Blue Hangar Tour. Despite the early morning meeting time, the students gathered with great excitement and anticipation.During the monorail ride, they enjoyed the view from the windows, taking in the scenery of Tokyo Bay and chatting cheerfully […]

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The Intermediate Class Visited the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

On November 26, under clear autumn skies, the intermediate class visited the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. Before the trip, the students learned about the historical background of the buildings and their value as cultural properties, preparing themselves with the knowledge needed to enjoy the visit even more. On the day of the excursion, they […]

Tourism Business Class Experiences Japan’s Festival Culture at the Tori-no-Ichi Fair

On November 12, the Tourism Business Class visited the Tori-no-Ichi Fair at Hanazono Shrine in Shinjuku. Before the visit, each group researched the history and origins of the Tori-no-Ichi, as part of a pre-study activity. This allowed students to deepen their understanding of Japanese festival culture before experiencing it firsthand. Upon arriving at Hanazono Shrine, […]

Why is rain shown with an umbrella mark in Japan?

On August 26, 2025, students from our school were interviewed for NHK’s popular program “Don’t Sleep Through Life!” .The theme of the interview was: “Why is rain represented by an umbrella mark in Japanese weather forecasts?” During the interview, the students were asked about the differences between weather symbols in their home countries and in […]

What Are Students’ Favorite Places on Campus?

Recently, we conducted a survey asking “What are the student’s favorite places on campus?” Here are the results, along with some photos and short description! 📸 1️⃣ Classrooms Our classrooms are bright and spacious, with up to 20 students per class.There are three buildings on campus and nearly 30 classrooms in total!It’s no surprise that […]

Visit to the NHK Broadcasting Museum

On October 28, 2025, students from Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute went on a field trip to the NHK Broadcasting Museum.As the world’s first museum dedicated to broadcasting, it houses more than 30,000 valuable exhibits, offering visitors a fascinating look into the history and mechanisms of broadcasting. One of the highlights for the students was the […]

Beginner Class Students Enjoy Autumn on a Kamakura Hiking Trip

On October 29, under the gentle autumn sunshine, students from the beginner class set out on a hike along the “Kamakura Tengoku Course.” They gathered at Shinjuku Station before 10 a.m. and took the train together to Kita-Kamakura Station. Even before departure, the students were full of smiles, and their excitement was easy to see. […]