Our Facilities

Modern classrooms and student spaces in the heart of Kyoto

We put a lot of effort into making your study environment as clean and relaxing as possible. The following photos show how Nihongo Center looks from the inside:

  • Nihongo Center Front
  • 5th Floor Classroom
  • Students studying in our intensive Japanese program in Kyoto.
  • 2nd Floor Classroom
  • 4th floor Classroom
  • Nihongo Center, the school
  • School Facilities - Further education information spot
  • School Facilities - Main Office 2
  • School Facilties - Self studying room
Nihongo Center — Sakura Building entrance, central Kyoto

A Focused Learning Environment in Central Kyoto

Nihongo Center occupies five floors of the Sakura Building in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto. Every space is designed for one purpose: helping adult learners acquire Japanese as efficiently as possible. Small classes, clean study areas, and a relaxed atmosphere make it easier to focus and progress.

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Classrooms

6 dedicated classrooms across 4 floors

Maximum 20 students per class

Air conditioning and natural lighting

Whiteboard + projector in every room

Adult-appropriate seating (not school desks)

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Library Corner

Japanese-language books and novels

Manga and graded readers (N5 to N1)

Newspapers and magazines

Free to borrow during school hours

Ideal for independent reading practice

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Building & Access

Elevator from ground floor

Building entrance: ground floor (1F)

School floors: 1F, 2F, 4F, 5F, 6F

10 min walk from Kawaramachi Station

Bicycle parking nearby

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Location

Shimogyo-ku, central Kyoto

Surrounded by restaurants and コンビニ

Nishiki Market 10 min walk

Gion district 15 min walk

Kyoto Station 20 min by bus

Frequently Asked Questions — School Facilities

Where is Nihongo Center located? ＋
Nihongo Center is in the Sakura Building in Shimogyo-ku, central Kyoto — 10 minutes’ walk from Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu) and Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan). The school occupies floors 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6.
What facilities are available to students? ＋
The school has dedicated classrooms (max 20 students each), air conditioning, a Japanese-language library corner with books, manga, and newspapers, and multilingual staff offices. Note: campus Wi-Fi is restricted to staff — students should plan for mobile data.
Are the classrooms modern? ＋
Yes. Nihongo Center invested in classroom renovations to provide a clean, focused, adult learning environment. Classrooms are equipped with whiteboards, projector screens, and comfortable seating appropriate for adults.
Is there a cafeteria? ＋
There is no cafeteria on-site. Nihongo Center is located in central Kyoto, surrounded by convenience stores (7-Eleven, Lawson), family restaurants, and lunch spots within 2–5 minutes’ walk. Most students bring a bento or eat nearby.

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Ready to Start Your Japanese Journey?

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Application deadline: October 31st, 2026.

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