Language schools
Japanese language schools: intake periods, applications, costs and student visas, with official sources.
How to Choose a Japanese Language School Safely in 2026: Official Lists and What Accreditation Means
Only schools on ISA's designated list or MEXT's accredited list can sponsor a Student visa. How to check them and what accreditation guarantees.
Part-Time Work as an International Student in Japan: Work Permission and the 28-Hour Rule
Students need work permission before any part-time job. Learn the 28-hour weekly cap, the 8-hour vacation rule and how to apply at the airport.
First Steps in Japan as a Student: Residence Card, Address Registration and Health Insurance
Register your address within 14 days and join National Health Insurance in the same visit. A step-by-step guide for newly arrived students.
Japanese Language School in 2026: Intake Periods and the Certificate of Eligibility Process
Language schools start in April and October, or four times a year. Here is how the school-filed CoE works and why you must start months early.