Intensive Japanese Lesson in Tokyo

Learn to speak Japanese confidently in everyday situations with our interactive intensive course in Tokyo and Yokohama. Join in as fast as 1 week!

15,000+
Students

60+

Courses

25 Years

Teaching Experience

Achieve Japanese Fluency Fast with Intensive Course at Coto Academy

Moving or visiting Japan soon? Or already in Japan and want to be better at speaking and conversing in Japanese? Improve your Japanese effectively while building real conversation skills with the Intensive Japanese Course at Coto Academy!

 

Designed for maximum progress in minimum time, Coto Academy's Intensive Japanese Course runs 5 days a week, 3 hours a day. With small classes of just 8 students, you get maximum speaking time and personalized attention from day one.

Schedule:Monday to Friday
Levels:All levels
Class size:Max 8 students
Location:Tokyo (Shinjuku, Shibuya, Minato, Iidabashi) and Yokohama
Length:150 mins per day (9:30 – 12:20 or 14:10 – 17:00)
Focus:Japanese reading, speaking, listening, and writing
Things to note: Curriculum requirements apply only at the beginner level.
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I’ve been to several Japanese language schools in and around Tokyo and Coto is definitely the best for my focus; speaking and reading. I’m very satisfied and would recommend the school to anyone. Good! – friendly teachers in varied age groups...
Benjamin Knopp
Benjamin Knopp
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The staff and teachers are super nice, friendly, and helpful. I really enjoyed attending classes at the Yokohama location. The textbooks given are easy to understand and help you progress. Teachers remember little details and help you...
Caitlin Dixon
Caitlin Dixon
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As an absolute beginner to the Japanese language, I have enjoyed my experience with Coto thus far. I have taken foreign language courses in the past (though not for Japanese) and this is the first time I have actually enjoyed them...
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About Coto Academy

Coto Academy is a Japanese language school located in Tokyo and Yokohama that has provided effective, conversation-focused Japanese lessons since 2000.

 

With small class sizes and a flexible schedule, you can join in as little as one week. We have campuses in Shibuya, Shinjuku, Iidabashi, and other great locations. Students get plenty of speaking and listening practice in a supportive, friendly community!

Who Are Our Students?

Coto Academy welcomes students from all over the world who come to Japan for different reasons! Join a community of global learners and feel welcomed, no matter which campuses you go.

Residents and Expats

Goal: Improve everyday communication for daily life

Whether you’re new to Tokyo or have been living in Japan for years, our courses help you build practical Japanese skills for daily life, work, and meaningful connections in your community.

Short-term Visitors and Tourists

Goal: Study Japanese in Japan while traveling

Make the most of your time in Japan with flexible Japanese courses designed for short-term learners, including visitors, working holiday makers, and digital nomads.

Working Professionals Improving Japanese for Work

Goal: Improve Japanese for workand career

Enhance your career in Japan with practical Japanese training focused on workplace communication, professional confidence, and real-world business situations.

Why Study Japanese at Coto Academy?

Looking for a dynamic and rewarding learning experience? Explore the distinctive perks of Coto’s learning environment.

Progress faster in our small-classes
“Tailored
Our max 8-student classes ensure personalized attention and speaking opportunities, accelerating your progress.
Focus on real Japanese skill
“Tailored
We focus on practical, conversational Japanese from day one. What you learn today can immediately be applied outside classroom!
Flexible lessons with short-term options
“Tailored
Unlike most schools, wedo not require you to commit to a long-term study program! offer morning, evening, intensive, and part-time courses designed to fit around life.

Make New Friends Along The Way with Coto!

 From hiking trips and sake tasting to comedy shows, matcha making, and Japanese calligraphy, life at Coto goes well beyond the classroom. Join a community of students who explore Tokyo together and turn classmates into friends!

Our Campus: Study Japanese in Tokyo or Yokohama

Five campuses across Tokyo and Yokohama mean Japanese lessons that fit around your life, not the other way around. Study in modern facilities with free Wi-Fi and plenty of study lounges!

COTO JAPANESE ACADEMY
Iidabashi
Tailored for all levels
Recommended for serious learners and JLPT prep.
Located steps from Iidabashi Station with connections to five train lines, our flagship campus is one of the easiest in the city to reach — ideal for professionals and serious learners fitting study around a busy schedule.
3F, Iidabashi Building 4-9-4, Iidabashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
COTO JAPANESE ACADEMY
Yokohama
Tailored for all levels
Recommended for local residents and families.
Our Yokohama school, near the harbor and the famous Chinatown, fosters an engaging and culturally immersive language-learning atmosphere.
5F, Tanikawa Building ANNEX 2-24-1 Tsuruyacho, Kanagawa, Yokohama
COTO JAPANESE ACADEMY
Minato
Tailored for all levels
Recommended for local residents and families.
Our Minato school, located just a 2 minute walk from Azabu Juban is a great study place for local residents and families living in Japan.
3F Azabu Shinwa building 2-11-5 Azabu-Juban, Minato-ku, Tokyo
COTO JAPANESE ACADEMY
Shibuya
Tailored for all levels
Recommended for beginners and casual learners.
Our Shibuya school sits in the heart of one of Tokyo's most iconic districts, just 8 minutes from the station. Between classes, practice your Japanese at local cafes, restaurants, and shops right on your doorstep.
5F, FHONTIS Building, 2-23-12 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
COTO JAPANESE ACADEMY
Shinjuku
Coto Japanese Academy Shinjuku
Recommended for beginners and western Tokyo residents.
Our newest campus, just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, puts you at the center of one of Tokyo's most vibrant districts. Step out of class and straight into the city from day one.
5F Nishi Shinjuku Takagi Bldg., 1-20-3 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Enrollment Process

01
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02
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Start your Japanese language journey
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Price List

1 WEEK
¥40,000
PAY BY THE WEEK
4 WEEKS
¥136,000
PAY BY THE MONTH
3 MONTHS
¥360,000
PAY FOR 3 MONTHS
6 MONTHS
¥648,000
PAY FOR 6 MONTHS

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