Learn Japanese
Learning Japanese will enrich your life in Japan, and Japanese language ability may be considered an advantage when applying to study abroad or to find a job. If you are interested in Japan, we encourage you to challenge yourself and learn the language as well.
Japanese Language Learning-related Information Provided by the Government
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Learning Japanese Outside Japan
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Learning Japanese in Japan
The following website posts information about Japanese classes in your area as well as which local government office to contact. Check to see what resources are available in your area. Please note that this website does not cover information on Japanese language education providers (Japanese language schools) that offer solutions relating to Japanese language for business use and proficiency exams. -
Learning Japanese Online
There are a variety of learning materials and apps, such as “JF Japanese e-Learning Minato” platform for Japanese language online courses.Agency for Cultural Affairs provides the website for learning Japanese language for daily life.
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Assessing Japanese Language Proficiency
You can verify your own proficiency in Japanese through a test that is held in Japan and all over the world.
(69KB)Studying in Japan
Japan is actively accepting students from abroad as a part of our “300,000 Foreign Students Plan.” For more, please visit our dedicated page for the Japan Student Services Organization.
The conditions for a student visa (status of residence), which should be acquired when studying in Japan, are detailed below.
Points of Contact for Related Agencies
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