Learn Japanese in Japan first, then study at university or work. The most common first landing for Indians — no degree required.
Find a school →A 1–2 year course. The school sponsors your student visa (CoE). You study Japanese full-time while adjusting to life in Japan.
Student visa allows part-time work. Typical hourly rate: ¥1,000–1,300. Covers some living expenses but not tuition.
After language school, you can: apply to university/vocational school, switch to a work visa (Engineer, SSW), or return home.
After 10+ years of continuous residence (or fewer via HSP), you may qualify for permanent residency.
Good fit if you:
Not ideal if you:
Language school fees vary by school and location. Living costs depend on the city. These are realistic ranges — not guarantees.
Includes application, admission, materials. From 105 verified schools.
Rent, food, transport in Tokyo. Cheaper in smaller cities.
₹ rate: 0.6189 (ECB, as of 2026-09-16)
India is a "COE-screened country"
This means Immigration Services Agency scrutinises student visa applications from India more closely. Some schools cap Indian admissions or don't accept Indian applicants at all. This is our differentiator: we tell you honestly.
Extra documents, proof of funds, and Japanese study history may be required. Not every CoE application is approved — especially for first-time applicants with no prior Japanese study.
This is a summary. For the full verified document checklist, read:
Japanese language schools have four intakes per year. April is the biggest (start of academic year). Applications typically close 4–6 months before the intake, and CoE processing adds another 1–2 months.
Varies by school — most close applications Sep–Nov 2026. The main intake; apply as early as possible.
Varies by school — most close applications Jan–Mar 2027.
Varies by school — most close applications Apr–Jun 2027.
Varies by school — most close applications Jul–Sep 2027.
Important:Deadlines vary by school — verify directly with the school you're applying to. Apply as early as possible.
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We list 105 schools — all verified against the official MEXT accreditation register. Fees are from school websites or the MEXT register, not aggregator guesswork.
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