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ISI Osaka

ISI Osaka

ISI Osaka

ISI Osaka Campus provides dedicated academic support for students pursuing higher education in the Kansai region through personalized guidance and elective classes tailored to individual goals.

Known for its affordable cost of living compared to Tokyo, Osaka offers international students a comfortable and budget-friendly environment. The city’s compact and lively atmosphere, combined with convenient transportation, makes it easy to enjoy Osaka’s popular attractions and explore nearby destinations like Kyoto and Nara.

ISI Osaka Campus provides dedicated academic support for students pursuing higher education in the Kansai region through personalized guidance and elective classes tailored to individual goals.

Known for its affordable cost of living compared to Tokyo, Osaka offers international students a comfortable and budget-friendly environment. The city’s compact and lively atmosphere, combined with convenient transportation, makes it easy to enjoy Osaka’s popular attractions and explore nearby destinations like Kyoto and Nara.

ISI Osaka Campus provides dedicated academic support for students pursuing higher education in the Kansai region through personalized guidance and elective classes tailored to individual goals.

Known for its affordable cost of living compared to Tokyo, Osaka offers international students a comfortable and budget-friendly environment. The city’s compact and lively atmosphere, combined with convenient transportation, makes it easy to enjoy Osaka’s popular attractions and explore nearby destinations like Kyoto and Nara.

Prices Starting from οΏ₯228,000

Prices Starting from οΏ₯228,000

Prices Starting from οΏ₯228,000

Tailored Academic Support for Kansai Region:

The campus provides specialized academic guidance and elective classes designed to meet individual student needs, strongly supporting those aiming for higher education in the Kansai area.

Tailored Academic Support for Kansai Region:

The campus provides specialized academic guidance and elective classes designed to meet individual student needs, strongly supporting those aiming for higher education in the Kansai area.

Tailored Academic Support for Kansai Region:

The campus provides specialized academic guidance and elective classes designed to meet individual student needs, strongly supporting those aiming for higher education in the Kansai area.

Affordable Living Environment

Despite being a major city, Osaka boasts a lower cost of living and rent compared to Tokyo, making it an attractive option for international students seeking a budget-friendly lifestyle.

Affordable Living Environment

Despite being a major city, Osaka boasts a lower cost of living and rent compared to Tokyo, making it an attractive option for international students seeking a budget-friendly lifestyle.

Affordable Living Environment

Despite being a major city, Osaka boasts a lower cost of living and rent compared to Tokyo, making it an attractive option for international students seeking a budget-friendly lifestyle.

Interactive and Practical Learning Approach

The school emphasizes active communication skills through practical lessons, conversation practice, and cultural activities, helping students build confidence in real-world Japanese usage.

Interactive and Practical Learning Approach

The school emphasizes active communication skills through practical lessons, conversation practice, and cultural activities, helping students build confidence in real-world Japanese usage.

Interactive and Practical Learning Approach

The school emphasizes active communication skills through practical lessons, conversation practice, and cultural activities, helping students build confidence in real-world Japanese usage.

Course Information

Course Information

Course Information

πŸ’ΈPrices πŸ’Έ

3 Months: οΏ₯228,000 ($1,464) 6 Months: οΏ₯526,000 ($3,379) 12 Months:οΏ₯942,000 ($6,052) 18 Months: οΏ₯1,358,000 ($8,725) 21 Months: οΏ₯1,566,000 ($10,062) 24 Months: οΏ₯1,774,000 ($11,398)

Short Term General Japanese Course

The Short-Term General Japanese Course is designed for students in Japan on visas other than a college student visa, allowing them to study Japanese for as little as two weeks. This course offers structured lessons in listening, reading, speaking, writing, vocabulary, and grammar, helping students improve their Japanese effectively, even in a short time. πŸ“ Location Available at all ISI locations. πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Flexible enrollment options are available. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 – 10:20 / 10:30 – 12:00 ⭐ Afternoon Class: 13:00 – 14:30 / 14:40 – 16:10 The schedule varies depending on the student’s proficiency level. πŸŽ“ Requirements This course is for beginners only (up to JLPT N4 level). πŸ›‚ Visa Type Tourist Visa or No Visa (depending on the country of origin). πŸ“† Program Duration Up to 3 months. Class Size 20 students per class.

Academic/General Japanese Course

This course prepares students for life in a Japanese university or any pursuit of higher education. Students receive comprehensive standard lessons, dedicated preparation for the JLPT and EJU exams, a variety of elective courses, and engaging cultural activities held year-round. πŸ“† Duration of the Course ⭐ With Student Visa: 6 months to 2 years ⭐ Without Student Visa: 3 months πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Students can enroll in January, April, July, or October. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. Students can choose between: ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 AM – 12:00 PM ⭐ Afternoon Class: 1:00 PM – 4:10 PM Course Hours per Week: 15 hours

Learning Goals for each Level

Beginner Level (Term 1-2) – 6 Months CEFR A1–A2 | JLPT N5–N4 At this level, students develop basic communication skills in Japanese. Listening skills focus on understanding slow, clear speech and basic instructions in daily contexts. Reading abilities include short sentences in hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji on familiar topics. Speaking practice involves using simple expressions for greetings, introductions, and basic questions. Writing skills cover short sentences about oneself using simple kanji and kana. Grammar instruction includes JLPT N5–N4 patterns, while vocabulary development covers reading and writing 300–500 kanji and understanding 2,000–3,000 basic words. Intermediate Level (Term 3-5) – 9 Months CEFR B1–B2 | JLPT N3–N2/N1 At the intermediate stage, students refine their comprehension and communication skills. Listening comprehension expands to understanding main ideas and detailed information in conversations, news, and lectures. Reading abilities extend to articles, essays, and social topics with detailed explanations. Speaking practice includes discussing familiar topics, explaining opinions, and giving presentations. Writing skills focus on paragraphs and well-structured articles on general and social topics. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N3–N2 structures, while vocabulary growth includes reading and writing 800–1,400 kanji and understanding 4,500–7,500 words, incorporating more complex expressions. Advanced Level (Term 6-8) – 9 Months CEFR B2–C1 | JLPT N2/N1–N1 At the advanced level, students achieve near-native proficiency. Listening comprehension allows them to understand technical and specialized information at natural speed. Reading skills include comprehending complex academic and abstract texts. Speaking abilities extend to discussing specialized topics and expressing opinions logically. Writing training emphasizes logically structured articles with clear viewpoints. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N2–N1 mastery, while vocabulary knowledge includes reading and writing 1,700–2,000+ kanji and understanding 9,000–10,000+ advanced and technical terms. 🏫 Class Sessions All levels follow a structured curriculum with 20 sessions per week over 10 weeks, totaling 200 sessions per term.

Features of ISI Osaka Course

πŸŽ“ Classroom Teacher System Classes are capped at 20 students, with a homeroom teacher assigned to each class. The homeroom teacher serves as a valuable resource for students, offering guidance on learning-related issues and school life. Additionally, ISI provides career support for students who plan to live and work in Japan long-term, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to succeed in their future careers. πŸ“š Elective Classes Elective classes are available for students at Intermediate II level and above, customized to align with their future goals and career paths. The Job Finding Class is specifically for students at Intermediate III level and above. These elective classes are held twice a week, with each session lasting 90 minutes. At the start of each term, students complete a questionnaire to select their preferred elective class. Please note that certain classes may not be offered if there are not enough participants. ⭐Available Elective Classes⭐ βœ… Graduate School Pathway Class – Helps students prepare research proposals and short theses required for applying to graduate schools in Japan. βœ… EJU Preparation Class – Designed to help students develop academic Japanese skills and prepare for the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students), a necessary test for university applications in Japan. (*Subject: Japanese) βœ… JLPT Preparation Class – Focuses on common and past questions from the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test). Students also take practice exams to prepare for the actual test. βœ… Job Finding Class – Equips students with practical skills for job hunting, including resume writing, interview practice, and improving presentation skills. βœ… Practical Conversation Class – Aims to enhance conversation skills through interactive activities such as role-plays, debates, and fieldwork.

πŸ’ΈPrices πŸ’Έ

3 Months: οΏ₯228,000 ($1,464) 6 Months: οΏ₯526,000 ($3,379) 12 Months:οΏ₯942,000 ($6,052) 18 Months: οΏ₯1,358,000 ($8,725) 21 Months: οΏ₯1,566,000 ($10,062) 24 Months: οΏ₯1,774,000 ($11,398)

Short Term General Japanese Course

The Short-Term General Japanese Course is designed for students in Japan on visas other than a college student visa, allowing them to study Japanese for as little as two weeks. This course offers structured lessons in listening, reading, speaking, writing, vocabulary, and grammar, helping students improve their Japanese effectively, even in a short time. πŸ“ Location Available at all ISI locations. πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Flexible enrollment options are available. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 – 10:20 / 10:30 – 12:00 ⭐ Afternoon Class: 13:00 – 14:30 / 14:40 – 16:10 The schedule varies depending on the student’s proficiency level. πŸŽ“ Requirements This course is for beginners only (up to JLPT N4 level). πŸ›‚ Visa Type Tourist Visa or No Visa (depending on the country of origin). πŸ“† Program Duration Up to 3 months. Class Size 20 students per class.

Academic/General Japanese Course

This course prepares students for life in a Japanese university or any pursuit of higher education. Students receive comprehensive standard lessons, dedicated preparation for the JLPT and EJU exams, a variety of elective courses, and engaging cultural activities held year-round. πŸ“† Duration of the Course ⭐ With Student Visa: 6 months to 2 years ⭐ Without Student Visa: 3 months πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Students can enroll in January, April, July, or October. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. Students can choose between: ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 AM – 12:00 PM ⭐ Afternoon Class: 1:00 PM – 4:10 PM Course Hours per Week: 15 hours

Learning Goals for each Level

Beginner Level (Term 1-2) – 6 Months CEFR A1–A2 | JLPT N5–N4 At this level, students develop basic communication skills in Japanese. Listening skills focus on understanding slow, clear speech and basic instructions in daily contexts. Reading abilities include short sentences in hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji on familiar topics. Speaking practice involves using simple expressions for greetings, introductions, and basic questions. Writing skills cover short sentences about oneself using simple kanji and kana. Grammar instruction includes JLPT N5–N4 patterns, while vocabulary development covers reading and writing 300–500 kanji and understanding 2,000–3,000 basic words. Intermediate Level (Term 3-5) – 9 Months CEFR B1–B2 | JLPT N3–N2/N1 At the intermediate stage, students refine their comprehension and communication skills. Listening comprehension expands to understanding main ideas and detailed information in conversations, news, and lectures. Reading abilities extend to articles, essays, and social topics with detailed explanations. Speaking practice includes discussing familiar topics, explaining opinions, and giving presentations. Writing skills focus on paragraphs and well-structured articles on general and social topics. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N3–N2 structures, while vocabulary growth includes reading and writing 800–1,400 kanji and understanding 4,500–7,500 words, incorporating more complex expressions. Advanced Level (Term 6-8) – 9 Months CEFR B2–C1 | JLPT N2/N1–N1 At the advanced level, students achieve near-native proficiency. Listening comprehension allows them to understand technical and specialized information at natural speed. Reading skills include comprehending complex academic and abstract texts. Speaking abilities extend to discussing specialized topics and expressing opinions logically. Writing training emphasizes logically structured articles with clear viewpoints. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N2–N1 mastery, while vocabulary knowledge includes reading and writing 1,700–2,000+ kanji and understanding 9,000–10,000+ advanced and technical terms. 🏫 Class Sessions All levels follow a structured curriculum with 20 sessions per week over 10 weeks, totaling 200 sessions per term.

Features of ISI Osaka Course

πŸŽ“ Classroom Teacher System Classes are capped at 20 students, with a homeroom teacher assigned to each class. The homeroom teacher serves as a valuable resource for students, offering guidance on learning-related issues and school life. Additionally, ISI provides career support for students who plan to live and work in Japan long-term, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to succeed in their future careers. πŸ“š Elective Classes Elective classes are available for students at Intermediate II level and above, customized to align with their future goals and career paths. The Job Finding Class is specifically for students at Intermediate III level and above. These elective classes are held twice a week, with each session lasting 90 minutes. At the start of each term, students complete a questionnaire to select their preferred elective class. Please note that certain classes may not be offered if there are not enough participants. ⭐Available Elective Classes⭐ βœ… Graduate School Pathway Class – Helps students prepare research proposals and short theses required for applying to graduate schools in Japan. βœ… EJU Preparation Class – Designed to help students develop academic Japanese skills and prepare for the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students), a necessary test for university applications in Japan. (*Subject: Japanese) βœ… JLPT Preparation Class – Focuses on common and past questions from the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test). Students also take practice exams to prepare for the actual test. βœ… Job Finding Class – Equips students with practical skills for job hunting, including resume writing, interview practice, and improving presentation skills. βœ… Practical Conversation Class – Aims to enhance conversation skills through interactive activities such as role-plays, debates, and fieldwork.

πŸ’ΈPrices πŸ’Έ

3 Months: οΏ₯228,000 ($1,464) 6 Months: οΏ₯526,000 ($3,379) 12 Months:οΏ₯942,000 ($6,052) 18 Months: οΏ₯1,358,000 ($8,725) 21 Months: οΏ₯1,566,000 ($10,062) 24 Months: οΏ₯1,774,000 ($11,398)

Short Term General Japanese Course

The Short-Term General Japanese Course is designed for students in Japan on visas other than a college student visa, allowing them to study Japanese for as little as two weeks. This course offers structured lessons in listening, reading, speaking, writing, vocabulary, and grammar, helping students improve their Japanese effectively, even in a short time. πŸ“ Location Available at all ISI locations. πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Flexible enrollment options are available. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 – 10:20 / 10:30 – 12:00 ⭐ Afternoon Class: 13:00 – 14:30 / 14:40 – 16:10 The schedule varies depending on the student’s proficiency level. πŸŽ“ Requirements This course is for beginners only (up to JLPT N4 level). πŸ›‚ Visa Type Tourist Visa or No Visa (depending on the country of origin). πŸ“† Program Duration Up to 3 months. Class Size 20 students per class.

Academic/General Japanese Course

This course prepares students for life in a Japanese university or any pursuit of higher education. Students receive comprehensive standard lessons, dedicated preparation for the JLPT and EJU exams, a variety of elective courses, and engaging cultural activities held year-round. πŸ“† Duration of the Course ⭐ With Student Visa: 6 months to 2 years ⭐ Without Student Visa: 3 months πŸ“… Enrollment Periods Students can enroll in January, April, July, or October. ⏰ Class Schedule Classes are held Monday to Friday. Students can choose between: ⭐ Morning Class: 8:50 AM – 12:00 PM ⭐ Afternoon Class: 1:00 PM – 4:10 PM Course Hours per Week: 15 hours

Learning Goals for each Level

Beginner Level (Term 1-2) – 6 Months CEFR A1–A2 | JLPT N5–N4 At this level, students develop basic communication skills in Japanese. Listening skills focus on understanding slow, clear speech and basic instructions in daily contexts. Reading abilities include short sentences in hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji on familiar topics. Speaking practice involves using simple expressions for greetings, introductions, and basic questions. Writing skills cover short sentences about oneself using simple kanji and kana. Grammar instruction includes JLPT N5–N4 patterns, while vocabulary development covers reading and writing 300–500 kanji and understanding 2,000–3,000 basic words. Intermediate Level (Term 3-5) – 9 Months CEFR B1–B2 | JLPT N3–N2/N1 At the intermediate stage, students refine their comprehension and communication skills. Listening comprehension expands to understanding main ideas and detailed information in conversations, news, and lectures. Reading abilities extend to articles, essays, and social topics with detailed explanations. Speaking practice includes discussing familiar topics, explaining opinions, and giving presentations. Writing skills focus on paragraphs and well-structured articles on general and social topics. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N3–N2 structures, while vocabulary growth includes reading and writing 800–1,400 kanji and understanding 4,500–7,500 words, incorporating more complex expressions. Advanced Level (Term 6-8) – 9 Months CEFR B2–C1 | JLPT N2/N1–N1 At the advanced level, students achieve near-native proficiency. Listening comprehension allows them to understand technical and specialized information at natural speed. Reading skills include comprehending complex academic and abstract texts. Speaking abilities extend to discussing specialized topics and expressing opinions logically. Writing training emphasizes logically structured articles with clear viewpoints. Grammar instruction covers JLPT N2–N1 mastery, while vocabulary knowledge includes reading and writing 1,700–2,000+ kanji and understanding 9,000–10,000+ advanced and technical terms. 🏫 Class Sessions All levels follow a structured curriculum with 20 sessions per week over 10 weeks, totaling 200 sessions per term.

Features of ISI Osaka Course

πŸŽ“ Classroom Teacher System Classes are capped at 20 students, with a homeroom teacher assigned to each class. The homeroom teacher serves as a valuable resource for students, offering guidance on learning-related issues and school life. Additionally, ISI provides career support for students who plan to live and work in Japan long-term, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to succeed in their future careers. πŸ“š Elective Classes Elective classes are available for students at Intermediate II level and above, customized to align with their future goals and career paths. The Job Finding Class is specifically for students at Intermediate III level and above. These elective classes are held twice a week, with each session lasting 90 minutes. At the start of each term, students complete a questionnaire to select their preferred elective class. Please note that certain classes may not be offered if there are not enough participants. ⭐Available Elective Classes⭐ βœ… Graduate School Pathway Class – Helps students prepare research proposals and short theses required for applying to graduate schools in Japan. βœ… EJU Preparation Class – Designed to help students develop academic Japanese skills and prepare for the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students), a necessary test for university applications in Japan. (*Subject: Japanese) βœ… JLPT Preparation Class – Focuses on common and past questions from the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test). Students also take practice exams to prepare for the actual test. βœ… Job Finding Class – Equips students with practical skills for job hunting, including resume writing, interview practice, and improving presentation skills. βœ… Practical Conversation Class – Aims to enhance conversation skills through interactive activities such as role-plays, debates, and fieldwork.

Access: Osaka
Osaka is a vibrant metropolis that seamlessly blends rich cultural heritage with modern amenities, making it an attractive destination for international students. The cost of living in Osaka is approximately 26% lower than in Tokyo, with consumer prices, including rent, being about 21% lower. This perfect balance of affordability, culture, and modern convenience makes Osaka an ideal place to study.

Distance to Train Station (Walking time) -

Shinsaibashi - 2 minutes
Served by: Midosuji Line/Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line
Nagahoribashi - 4 minutes
Served by: Sakaisuji Line

Student Demographics

Student Demographics

East Asia: 70%
Southeast Asia: 10%

Europe: 8%
North America: 5%
Other: 7%