Part-Time Japanese Classes in Tokyo
Achieve Real-World Fluency With Part-time Japanese Classes
Want to improve your Japanese but struggle to find time? Coto Academy’s part-time courses fit around your work and life: 1 or 2 lessons a week, 50 or 100 minutes each, on weekday evenings until 21:00 and on Saturdays. Start any week, at any level, from ¥20,000 a month, with no student visa needed. You get personalized attention and plenty of speaking and listening practice, and the classes are ideal for topics like Business Japanese.
Availability:
Weekday 9 am – 9 pm, Saturday 10 am – 5 pm
Levels:
All levels
Class size:
Max 8 students
Location:
Shinjuku, Shibuya, Yokohama, Minato, Iidabashi
Length:
50 or 100 mins per day
Frequency:
Depends on your study pace
Focus:
Conversation-based
Things to note: At the beginner level, lessons follow a structured curriculum.
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The class is fun, and the materials are great. I really appreciate the focus on conversation.
The friendly staff and relaxing environment make it a great place to study. I especially enjoy the conversation classes, which help with real-life Japanese.
I found the real-life interactions with teachers very helpful and would love more opportunities to practice.
I appreciate how knowledgeable and patient the teacher is. The lessons are relaxing and easy to study, making learning enjoyable.
The staff is kind, and the teachers are great. If you want to take Japanese classes, I recommend Coto!
Beginner to Advanced Part-time Japanese Classes
Coto offers part-time Japanese classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners, including business Japanese and advanced conversation-focused courses. Perfect for long-term residents, expats, and professionals looking to improve fluency and professional communication.
Beginner
New to Japanese, or starting over? Our beginner classes teach hiragana and katakana, simple grammar, conjugations, and everyday vocabulary. Lessons follow a structured curriculum, so you always know what comes next, and you build a solid foundation for daily conversations in Japanese.
Intermediate and Advanced
Ready to sound more natural? Our intermediate and advanced classes help experienced learners boost their fluency through conversation-focused lessons. They suit long-term residents, expats, and professionals who want to express themselves with more confidence at work and in daily life.
Business Japanese
Built for working professionals, our Business Japanese courses run in the evenings and on weekends at our Tokyo and Yokohama schools. You practice negotiations, presentations, and workplace communication, and learn the corporate nuances that textbooks don’t teach.
Conversation-Focused Japanese Classes
Every part-time lesson is built around speaking. With up to 8 students per class, you get plenty of time to talk and listen instead of just copying from the board. A typical lesson starts with a quick review, introduces useful expressions, and moves straight into practice with your teacher and classmates. Topics come from real life: introducing yourself, daily errands, chatting with coworkers, and, for professionals, meetings and business Japanese.
Evening and Weekend Japanese Courses for Residents
Our weekday classes are ideal for working professionals, parents, and residents in Japan. Study Japanese after work or on weekends with a consistent, flexible schedule that fits into your daily life. These courses are designed to help you learn Japanese while working in Japan, with practical lessons you can immediately apply.
Do you want a more structured curriculum?
Join Our Lite-intensive Course!
If you want to study Japanese with a structured curriculum but have limited time to commit, consider our Lite-intensive Course. This program follows the same curriculum as our Intensive Course but requires less time to study per week. Thus, you can balance your personal responsibilities while studying Japanese twice a week!
Availability:
Weekday 9am – 9pm, Saturday 10 am – 5pm
Levels:
All levels
Course frequency:
100 mins per day
Part-Time or Intensive Japanese Lesson?
Not sure whether to study part-time or go full-time? Here is a quick comparison to help you choose.
| Part-Time | Intensive | |
|---|---|---|
| Days per week | 1 to 2 lessons | 5 (Monday to Friday) |
| Hours | 50 or 100 min per lesson | About 3 hours a day |
| Schedule | Weekday evenings and Saturdays | Morning or afternoon |
| Best for | Working residents | Fastest progress, visitors, career changers |
| Price | From ¥20,000 per month | From ¥40,000 per week |
Part-Time Class Prices
There are two types of plans you can choose from: package or subscription.
A ¥10,000 registration fee is required for new students.
Monthly Plan
Package Plan
Starter Plan
22,400
2 lessons per week
most popular
Middle Plan
39,200
4 lessons per week
Growth Plan
55,800
6 lessons per week
Trial Plan
3,840
1 lesson
Starter Plan
47,520
16 lessons
most popular
Middle Plan
91,520
32 lessons
Growth Plan
132,000
48 lessons
Ultimate Plan
253,440
96 lessons
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FAQ
Where is Coto Academy located?
Coto Academy has five physical school locations in Tokyo and Yokohama for in-person Japanese language learning. They are located in Shibuya, Shinjuku, Iidabashi, Minato, and Yokohama, all within walking distance from the train station. Coto Academy Shinjuku is its latest location, opening in April 2026.
What are the Part-time Japanese Classes?
Our Part-time Japanese Classes are designed to teach practical aspects of Japanese. Instead of a comprehensive approach, part-time courses focus on teaching grammar, speaking, and other topics. These courses are good for students who have already learned some Japanese but want to improve their grammar or their speaking specifically.
Does Coto Academy offer evening classes?
Yes, we do! Our part-time lessons are available in the evening. Please fill out the inquiry form, and we’ll be happy to share the schedule with you.
Can I start taking Japanese Lessons anytime?
Yes, you can join them anytime. Please fill in the inquiry form and ask about the schedule.
Do you offer Japanese Intensive Courses?
Yes! Coto Academy offers Intensive Japanese Courses designed for students who want to make fast progress in a short time. Our intensive courses focus on practical conversation skills, grammar, and kanji, with interactive lessons to help you improve quickly.
Can I attend the Japanese Part-time Lessons Online?
Yes! Coto Academy offers Japanese lessons both in-person and online. You can join our online Japanese classes from anywhere, allowing you to improve your Japanese skills with flexible scheduling and interactive lessons. Check our website for available courses and schedules.
Do Coto Academy offer night Japanese language classes?
Coto Academy offered evening Japanese classes at our Tokyo and Yokohama schools, as well as online. These courses are ideal for residents, working professionals, or anyone with daytime commitments who wants to study Japanese after work.
Does Coto Academy offer weekend Japanese lessons?
Yes. Coto Academy offers weekend Japanese classes, both in-person and online. They’re ideal for those who work during the week or need more flexibility.
Can I join as a resident of Japan?
Our part-time and intensive courses are open to residents living in Japan, including those on working visas, spouse visas, student visas, dependent visas, or long-term stay permits.
Are your courses suitable for advanced learners?
Coto Academy has a range of courses for intermediate and advanced learners, including business Japanese and conversation-focused lessons.
Who are Coto Academy’s part-time classes good for?
Coto Academy’s part-time Japanese classes are ideal for expats and long-term residents living in Japan, working professionals with busy schedules or university students looking to supplement their studies. We also teach spouses or family members of Japanese residents.
Can I study Japanese part-time while working full-time?
Yes, our part-time classes run on weekday evenings and on Saturdays, so you can study after work or on your day off.
Do you have Saturday classes in Yokohama?
Yes, our Yokohama school holds classes on Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00.