About

Your ideal study experience depends on your goals. You might want a few weeks of Japanese lessons, a longer course, preparation for further education or language skills for your career.

We bring school information together so you can explore destinations, compare study options and ask questions before deciding where to study.

Study Japan Your Way was created by Shoji Kuwayama, a Japanese education professional based in Vancouver, Canada.

• More than 20 years of experience in international student recruitment and working with schools and education agencies around the world.
• Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test.
• A Japanese native who has visited all 47 prefectures of Japan.

He brings professional experience, an understanding of Japanese-language education and personal knowledge of Japan to the service.

That experience shapes our approach: clear information, thoughtful introductions and direct communication between students and schools.

School information changes, and every student’s plans are different. We believe the best place to confirm current courses, fees, availability and requirements is directly with school staff.

After our introduction, you and the school communicate in the same email conversation. Getting answers from the people responsible for your program helps reduce misunderstandings and plan a study experience that suits you.

Exchanging a few emails also lets you compare each school’s answers, responsiveness and support, alongside its courses, location and fees. This can give you greater confidence when making your final decision.

Our school directory lets you explore course options, locations, student support and published fee information. Compare up to three schools side by side, then send one inquiry about your study plans.

With your consent, we review your inquiry and introduce you to your selected schools by email, with you included in the conversation. You then discuss courses, applications and next steps directly with school staff.

Learn more about the process on our How It Works page.

Your choice comes first

You choose which schools receive your inquiry and where you would like to study. Sending an inquiry gives you a chance to explore your options with no commitment to enroll.

When you are ready, follow your chosen school’s application process. Applications and required documents are handled directly with the school.

School profiles may be based on publicly available information or details supplied by schools. Each profile’s listing information explains its verification status and when public information was checked.

A directory listing does not necessarily mean that a school has a partnership with Study Japan Your Way. We may receive a referral commission from participating schools when a referred student enrolls.

Have a question about the service, or want to suggest a correction to a school profile? Email contact@studyjapanyourway.com.

Schools interested in updating their information or discussing a partnership are also welcome to contact us. Visit our For Schools page to learn more.