Meet the teachers and administrative staff who support your learning and your life at Nihongo Center.
Principal
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School leadership
UEDA Koji
Principal
Teaching Team
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SHIKATA Junko
Head of Academic Affairs
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ICHISE Yusuke
Assistant Chief
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MISHIMA Kanako
Full-time Instructor
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KOYA Mioto
Full-time Instructor
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HAMAGUCHI Takumi
Full-time Instructor
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PARK Rihae
Full-time Instructor
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AOYAMA Chie
Full-time Instructor
Administrative Affairs Department
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KONDO Kazuyuki
Director of the Administration Office
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SCHARFF Guillaume
Administration Staff
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THAGENDRA Limbu
Administration Staff
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PANTHA Ayusha
Administration Staff
Ready to Start Your Japanese Journey?
Apply for the April 2027 intake — full student visa support included, small classes, central Kyoto.
Application deadline: October 31st, 2026.