おかえり! Return students get ¥22,000 OFF – thank you for learning with us again!
おかえり! Return students get ¥22,000 OFF – thank you for learning with us again!
Japanese. Culture. Homestay. Local Interaction.
START ON ANY MONDAY
Stay from 2 weeks
No Japanese required
Beginners welcome
Small classes
Real-life learning
2 weeks: ¥230,600
Additional week(s): ¥91,800
For example, a 4 weeks course is: ¥230,600 + ¥91,800 + ¥91,800 = 414,200 JPY
- 15 Japanese lessons per week
- 12h of local-led cultural activities per week
- Social events with locals
- Homestay with a Japanese family
- Home-cooked breakfast and dinner
- All learning materials included
- Placement test & class matching
- 24/7 emergency support
- Optional airport transfer
Experience everyday life in Japan — not as a tourist, but as part of the community.
Tired of textbook learning and tourist-style schools? Here, Japanese becomes part of your daily life.
Learn real-life Japanese in small classes - with support that goes beyond the classroom.
Join 4 weekly activities - from tea ceremony to seasonal events - guided by local experts.
Discover the hidden stories and rich history of Japan with local guides.
Enjoy the seasons like a local by harvesting fresh, delicious fruit straight from the farm.
Experience the elegance of Japanese tradition through a hands-on tea ceremony.
Step into history and learn the art and spirit of the samurai.
Create beautiful, symbolic crafts using traditional Japanese decorative cords.
Celebrate like a local — join lively festivals full of music, dance, and community spirit.
Please reach us at info@local-life-japan.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
You can start any Monday!
We’re open year-round - even on public holidays - to ensure every student enjoys a full 5-day experience no matter which week they start.
※We are only closed during the New Year holidays:
Absolutely! We welcome everyone from complete beginners to intermediate learners.
Before your arrival, you’ll complete an online placement test and/or have a short video call with one of our teachers to help find the best class for your level.
To make the most of your experience, we recommend learning Hiragana and Katakana in advance — so you can spend less time decoding menus, and more time connecting with people!
Beginner start dates (A0):
2025 start dates for complete beginners:
Jan 6, Feb 10, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 26, Jun 30, Aug 4, Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov 17
2026 start dates for complete beginners:
Jan 5, Feb 9, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 25, Jun 29, Aug 3, Sep 7, Oct 12, Nov 16
Take our online private or semi-private lessons before you arrive!
You’ll get a head start on the basics and start getting to know our community.
Your fee covers everything you need for a smooth, immersive experience:
💰How much does it cost?
Example: 4 weeks = ¥230,600 + ¥91,800 + ¥91,800 = ¥414,200
You'll experience real Japan - from joining local festivals to trying tea ceremony with a local expert, hands-on traditional crafts like Mizuhiki, and exploring hidden gems with locals.
Each week is designed to help you connect with culture and community in a natural and meaningful way - beyond the typical tourist trails.
You’ll dive into the real Japan — not just sightseeing, but hands-on, heart-connected experiences that help you feel part of the local community.
🧋 Examples of our weekly activities:
✨ Every activity is designed to help you connect with people, culture, and daily life in Japan - naturally, meaningfully, and beyond the typical tourist experience.
You'll stay with a carefully selected Japanese host family, sharing breakfast and dinner each day.
It’s more than just accommodation — it’s your chance to:
All our host families are interviewed and vetted, and we match you based on your preferences — whether that’s:
🕰️ Commute times range from 10–60 minutes, depending on your match - so you can prioritise what matters most to you: comfort, convenience, or connection.
For many students, the homestay becomes the most memorable and meaningful part of their experience in Japan.
This program is perfect for you if you’re:
Whether it’s your first time in Japan or your tenth, if you’re ready to live, learn, and belong - you’ll fit right in.
Yes! We offer optional airport pickup for added peace of mind:
✈️ Prefer to come by train or bus? No problem - we’re happy to help you plan your route using public transport!
We recommend a minimum of 2 weeks to get the most out of your experience - it gives you time to settle in, build friendships, and see real progress in your Japanese.
However, 1-week stays may be available upon request.
Please email us at info@local-life-japan.com, and we’ll be happy to help.
Looking for more than textbooks and tourist spots?
At Local Life Japan, you don’t just learn Japanese. You live it.
We specialise in short-term Japanese language and culture programs with a focus on real-world communication and deep cultural connection.
Whether you stay for a few weeks or a year, you’ll build confidence, meet and connect with locals, and experience real everyday life in Japan — all supported by a family-like community that feels like home.
Experience Japan’s traditions and lifestyle through hands-on, immersive activities beyond the classroom.
Speak real Japanese with our conversation-based curriculum, designed to help you confidently live, travel, and connect in Japan.
Meet locals, build real relationships, and discover the everyday rhythm of life in Japan.
Schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward your adventure!
Akashi, Hyogo, Japan
Phone: +81 78 962 7080 Email: info@local-life-japan.com LINE: @local-life-japan Instagram: @local_life_japan
営業中 | 09:30 – 18:00 |
Perfect for busy travellers, remote workers, and digital nomads who want to study at their own pace while enjoying life in Japan.
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