Your Bridge to Japan, Built on 45 Years of Trust
Welcome to Nihongo Center. We do more than teach a language – we build a global community, foster real communication, and help students from around the world write their next chapter in Kyoto.
The Nihongo Center Difference
A Legacy of Excellence, Officially Recognized
Since 1979, Nihongo Center has been a trusted leader in Japanese language education. Our four decades of experience are backed by official recognition from the Ministry of Justice of Japan and the Association for the Promotion of Japanese Language Education. As a proud member of The Society for Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language, our commitment to the highest academic standards is at the heart of everything we do.
A Diverse Community with Personal Support
We are a human-sized school where every student matters. Our international team is dedicated to providing you with full support, with assistance available in English, French, Indonesian, and Japanese. This welcoming environment brings together students from over 30 countries, creating a vibrant global family where you can build lifelong friendships while you learn.
Immersive Learning, Inside and Outside the Classroom
Our curriculum is designed for true fluency. We balance rigorous JLPT-focused study with activities that bring Japanese culture to life. Our teachers, all of whom are native Japanese-speaking graduates with extensive experience, lead interactive lessons that go beyond textbooks. We enrich this experience by organizing events with Japanese university students, providing you with authentic opportunities to practice your skills and truly immerse yourself in the life of Kyoto.
Building Pathways for Your Future Success
Your journey with us is the first step toward your future in Japan. Through our global network of partners in more than 10 countries, we make the application process seamless. For your academic future, we have established records serval universities and vocational schools in the Kansai area , offering a common program to create clear pathways for our students to continue their higher education with confidence.
