WHAT WE LIKE - Key features of this program If you are a big city person and love bright lights, big crowds and lots of energy then Tokyo is the place for you! The climate is moderate throughout the year, with a humid summer and bearable winter. The actual school is right in the heart of the city near the major shopping and business district of Shinjuku. Mid size school (190 students), 13 bright AC classrooms.

The metropolis of Tokyo is the capital and cultural center of Japan. Here you will find glitzy nightlife to tranquil beauty of spectacular flower gardens, museums, art galleries, and religious shrines. Boutiques and trendy shops offer the latest in fashion from both Japanese and Western designers. Whatever you may desire, it can be found in Tokyo!

Tokyo is a very large and diverse area, but all points of interest can be reached by public transportation. Some areas of interest would be the famous Ginza shopping and entertainment district, the Ameyoko Market, the Yasukuni Shrine dedicated to the deities of Japan. The Imperial Palace and the Palace East Garden is just one of the many beautiful gardens in the city. The Tsukiji Market in Tokyo is one of the largest fish markets in the world.

Asakusa (Old Tokyo) is a place in Tokyo where you will experience the real traditional Japanese culture. There are a few major sights to see, such as the Sensoji Temple and the Five Storied pagoda. The area is lined with colorful stalls that sell everything from festive treats and souvenirs.

SCHOOL FACILITIES Located downtown Shinjuku- modern building, 13 classrooms with AC, computer lab with internet and e-mail access, social rooms & library. The atmosphere of the school is very multicultural as 50% of the students are from Asia, 30% from Europe and 10% from North America.

Our school is located in the residential area of Okubo and is only 3 minutes away from one of the main districts in Tokyo called Shinjuku. There are bank machines, restaurants, bars and a hospital nearby for your convenience. The closest subway stations are only 5-10 minutes walking distance from the school.

The area of Shinjuku is one of the most vibrant parts of Tokyo. It is the main business district along with being the most crowded place in the city. Here you can see thousands of Tokyoites rushing off to work. At night, Shinjuku turns into a lively spot full of restaurants, bars, and clubs.

THE BASICS Courses for all language levels (8) - set dates for beginners - use of course materials (not included). Each student will be expected to take a short placement test on the first Monday morning. Lessons are usually held in the mornings 08:50am or afternoons at 1.10pm each day - min age 18 - Max. 15 students per class - unlimited course length. Registration starts one month before the starting date of each term. If you have any records of entry into Japan, you might be asked to show proof regarding ability to pay living expenses etc. in Japan at the airport.

Standard: (20 lessons per week).

Beginner Level ( Level 1, 2 and Pre-Intermediate Level)
Students will be taught basic grammar sentence patterns and Japanese word assembling is understood thoroughly.

Intermediate Level ( Level 1, 2 and Pre-Intermediate Level)
Variation of expressions is learned around communication skills and the power of application is acquired.(More Social Topics / Grammar Strengthening / Vocabulary /Kanji 1000).

Advanced Level ( Level 1 and 2)
After one year, students will achieve advanced level of Japanese communication skills. Students will be able to speak and write with accuracy and logic. Achieving a level of sophistication in communication will enhance the ability to speak with others comfortably and build their human relations network.

Students are encouraged to choose elective classes in order to learn Japanese general communication skills and contents efficiently. ( Expressions - Logical Expressions / Preparation for Special or Technical Fields / Kanji 2000 )

After classes are over for the day: our program allows you plenty of time to discover your new country, culture, traditions, customs and everyday life.

Examples of typical cultural opportunities: visit the Tokyo tower, making Japanese sweets, experiencing Zen Buddism(Zazen) meditation at a temple, trying on Japanese Kimonos and seeing fireworks (Hanabi). All of these can be organized directly at the school.

For those of you who like to adventure off on your own, there are many places to check out. Electric Town (Akihabara) is the main shopping district for electronic appliances and the best deals in Tokyo. For those of you looking for the trendy and real Tokyo style shopping districts, check out Harajuku and Omotesando. Another neat spectacle to see is Palette Town, a futuristic area of Tokyo. For great views of the city skyline take a boat tour along the Sumida River. The school staff is more than willing to assist you in travel or excursion options.

If you would like to get off the beaten track and explore outside the city you can visit Hakone National Park with its famous hot springs. You can take a day trip to the nearby Mt. Fuji and the temple city of Kamakuca.

Tokyo experiences four distinct seasons mild spring and fall, hot summer, and winter with a few snowfalls. Average temperature in Tokyo is 16°C (61°F), August being the hottest and January the coldest. There's about 20°C difference between summer and winter. The hot summers seem to be more of a problem than coldness in the winter, for most of the foreign people who come over to Tokyo.

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