Proximity to Vocational Education
Sharing a building with Tokyo Business and Language College (TBL), a vocational school within the ISI group, the campus provides students with opportunities to interact with Japanese vocational students, enhancing practical language skills and cultural understanding.
Dynamic Location in Ikebukuro
Situated in Ikebukuro, recognized as an SDGs Future City and a hub for subculture, the campus offers a stimulating environment with access to various classes and extracurricular activities related to sustainable development and contemporary Japanese culture.
Course Information
Prices (2027)
2027 Academic Year (Japanese yen, with approximate US dollars) Short-Term Course, 10 weeks: ¥248,750 (≈ US$1,570) Admission fee ¥30,000, tuition ¥180,000, materials ¥13,750, facility and management fees ¥25,000. Academic Japanese Course, first year (2027–2028): ¥1,015,000 (≈ US$6,420) Application fee ¥40,000, admission fee ¥100,000, tuition ¥720,000, materials ¥55,000, facility and management fees ¥100,000. The short-term course has a minimum of 2 weeks. Tuition for later years may increase. Facility and management fees include student insurance. Prices exclude tax. USD amounts are estimates at about ¥158 = US$1 (November 2026) and will vary with exchange rates.
Academic Japanese Course
Up to 2 years. For students aiming to enter university, a specialized college or graduate school, and for those who want to build well-rounded Japanese skills. Enrollment periods: January, April, July and October. Morning classes run from 8:50 AM to 12:00 PM and afternoon classes from 1:00 PM to 4:10 PM. The campus is certified by MEXT as a Japanese language education institution.
Short-Term General Japanese Course
From 2 weeks. For students staying (or planning to stay) in Japan on a visa other than a student visa, and for anyone who wants to learn Japanese comprehensively in a short period.
Private Japanese Lesson
From 1 lesson. Lessons are tailored to your goals, and you can choose your own schedule and content.
Accommodation
Student dormitories: from ¥245,000 per term (≈ US$1,550), single or double rooms. Guest house: from ¥106,800 for 4 weeks (≈ US$675), single or double rooms. Weekly apartment: from ¥141,500 for 4 weeks (≈ US$895), single or double rooms. Homestay: from ¥219,000 for 4 weeks (≈ US$1,390). USD amounts are estimates at about ¥158 = US$1 (November 2026) and will vary with exchange rates.
Campus Facilities and Activities
Facilities include a large auditorium, a library area, a self-study room and PC area, a student lounge and counseling booths. Events include a vocational school experience class, a cultural festival, Halloween and a shamisen experience. The campus also offers classes and activities related to SDGs and subculture.
Access: Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro is a dynamic district in Tokyo, known for its affordable living compared to central areas like Shibuya. Students can find reasonably priced dorms, enjoy budget-friendly meals at ramen shops, and explore attractions like Sunshine City and the Ikebukuro West Gate Park. With its vibrant mix of culture, shopping, and convenience, Ikebukuro is an ideal place for international students to live and study. The campus is at 1-13-13 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0022.
Distance to Train Station (Walking time) -
Ikebukuro Station – 6 minutes
Served by: JR Yamanote Line, JR Saikyo Line, JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, Tokyo Metro
Zoshigaya Station – 7 minutes
Served by: Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
Mejiro Station – 9 minutes
Served by: JR Yamanote Line
Countries and regions: 49 (as of April 2026)
Average student age: 27
Student capacity: 400
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes ISI Ikebukuro different?
It is one of the smaller ISI campuses, so students and teachers are close and there are more chances to join events. The campus is certified by MEXT as a Japanese language education institution.
Can I practice Japanese with Japanese students?
Yes. The campus shares a building with TBL (Tokyo Business and Language College), an ISI group school, so you can practice Japanese with TBL’s Japanese students.
How much does ISI Ikebukuro cost?
Short-Term General Japanese (10 weeks, 2027) starts at ¥248,750 (about US$1,570). The first year of the Academic Japanese Course (2027–2028) is ¥1,015,000 (about US$6,420). Prices exclude tax. USD figures are estimates at about ¥158 per US$1.
How far is ISI Ikebukuro from the station?
Ikebukuro Station is a 6-minute walk from the East Exit (JR and other lines). The campus is at 1-13-13 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo.
Is Ikebukuro affordable for students?
Ikebukuro is known for affordable living compared with central areas like Shibuya, with reasonably priced dorms and budget-friendly ramen shops. Nearby attractions include Sunshine City and Ikebukuro West Gate Park.
How big is ISI Ikebukuro?
The campus has room for 400 students from 49 countries and regions, with an average age of 27 (as of April 2026). It opened in October 2002.
What accommodation does ISI offer?
ISI offers student dormitories from ¥245,000 per term, guest houses from ¥106,800 for 4 weeks, weekly apartments from ¥141,500 for 4 weeks and homestays from ¥219,000 for 4 weeks (about US$1,550, US$675, US$895 and US$1,390). USD figures are estimates at about ¥158 per US$1.