Study Japanese in Tokyo this summer
Language classes, cultural immersion, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture in Tokyo. We provide free, personalized guidance from right here in the U.S.
Summer Holiday Course
Each summer, high school and college students from around the world join the Summer Holiday Course at Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture in Tokyo. Over 3 to 7 weeks, students attend daily Japanese classes, take part in cultural workshops, and travel across Japan — including overnight trips to Atami (hot springs by the sea) and Kyoto.
A typical day
- Morning: Japanese language classes for all levels, from complete beginner to advanced
- Afternoon: Cultural workshops (tea ceremony, calligraphy, cooking), city excursions, and guided day trips
- Housing: Homestay with a Japanese host family or student dormitory, arranged by Kudan
About Kudan
Kudan has welcomed international students in central Tokyo for over 35 years. With small class sizes, qualified instructors, and a full calendar of cultural programming, it offers the kind of structured, immersive environment that students thrive in and parents can feel confident about.
The campus
Kudan sits in the Iidabashi / Kudanshita area of central Tokyo — one of the city's best-connected neighborhoods. Multiple subway and JR lines are within a few minutes' walk.
Everything students need is nearby: convenience stores, restaurants, cafés, bookstores, parks, and historic shrines. It's a safe, walkable home base for exploring the rest of Tokyo on weekends.
Schedule & Fees
| Course | Date | With homestay | Without homestay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Course 1 Includes overnight trip to Atami |
Jul 4 – Aug 1 (4 weeks) | 402,000 JPY | 280,000 JPY |
| Holiday Course 2 Includes overnight trip to Kyoto |
Aug 1 – Aug 22 (3 weeks) | 385,000 JPY | 286,000 JPY |
| Holiday Course 3 Includes both Atami & Kyoto trips |
Jul 4 – Aug 22 (7 weeks) | 650,000 JPY | 459,000 JPY |
- Payment via Flywire. Transfer fees may apply.
- See full details on Kudan's site.
All tuition, housing, and activity fees are paid directly to Kudan. Our advisory service is completely free for students and families — we are compensated by the school, so working with us adds no cost to your program fees.
Beyond Summer
Kudan also offers short-term courses (from about two weeks), long-term programs (up to two years; student visa may be required), and specialty tracks. Program details and availability change, so we don't list every option here.
If a different timeline or program type interests you, we're happy to help you explore your options — just get in touch.
Why Work With Us
We're here for families who want a dedicated U.S.-based advisor — someone who knows the school, speaks your language, and can walk you through every step.
U.S. East Coast hours
Based on the U.S. East Coast, we respond in your time zone — no waiting overnight for a reply from Tokyo, Japan.
End-to-end support
Course selection, deadlines, documents, and logistics — we keep the process organized from start to finish.
No cost to you
Our advisory service is free. We're compensated by the school — your program fees stay exactly the same.
Your Bridge to Japan — Keita Ohshiro
I'm Keita Ohshiro, a University Lecturer and PhD candidate at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), and the founder of KO WORKS LLC.
My connection to Kudan is personal. My family has been involved in leading the school since 2011, and I worked on-site in Tokyo from 2012 to 2016. I know the campus, the staff, and the student experience firsthand — not as an outside agent, but as someone with firsthand experience and a genuine stake in its quality. I'm here to provide honest support.
I'd love to help you plan your journey to Japan!
Have questions? Let's talk.
Share your goals and timeline, and we'll walk you through your options. Free, no obligation.