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Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute (SNG)

新宿日本語学校

Japanese Language School

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Student visa courseShort-term studyBeginner entryJLPT preparationBusiness Japanese

Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute (SNG) is a Japanese-language school in Tokyo’s Takadanobaba area, established in 1975. Its courses use the school’s original Ezoe Method and cover everyday communication, preparation for further study and specialized Japanese. Students can access counseling and opportunities to experience Japanese culture.

Beginner classes are available, but student visa applicants must separately satisfy the school’s applicable Japanese proficiency requirements. Confirm eligibility, placement and beginner start dates directly with SNG. Business Japanese and other specialized classes have level requirements.

Location

Building 1, 2-9-7 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0075, Japan

Nearest station: Takadanobaba Station — approximately 7 minutes on foot

Courses & Study Options

Student visa courseYes
Short-term studyYes
Course durationUp to 2 years
Student visa course intakesApril · October
Beginner entryYes
Study focusJLPT preparation · University preparation · Business Japanese

Fees & Accommodation

Tuition / course fees

Student visa courses:
• 1 year: ¥840,000 tuition; ¥990,000 total school fees.
• 18 months: ¥1,260,000 tuition; ¥1,415,800 total school fees.
• 2 years: ¥1,680,000 tuition; ¥1,840,000 total school fees.

Short-term weekday courses for students with a suitable visa/status:
• 3 months: ¥210,000 tuition; ¥265,000 including registration and materials.
• Less than 3 months: ¥5,000 per class day, plus ¥40,000 registration and ¥15,000 materials.

Confirm the applicable fees and short-term booking conditions directly with the school.

Registration / enrollment fee¥40,000
School-arranged accommodationYes
Additional fees / notes

Student visa course totals include registration (¥40,000), a non-refundable processing fee (¥40,000), textbooks (¥60,000) and student insurance for the course duration. These charges are already included in the totals above.
Accommodation, transportation, extracurricular activity fees and National Health Insurance premiums are separate. Payment and refund conditions should be confirmed directly with the school.

Student Support & Features

  • ✓ Part-time job support
  • ✓ Career support
  • ✓ Cultural activities

School Profile & Student Mix

Year established1972
Nationality mix

The association’s July 2025 enrollment figures list 590 student-visa students, including 72 from the USA, 25 from France, 24 from Italy, 8 from Canada and 8 from the UK, alongside students from Asia and other regions. These historical figures may differ from the current student mix.

Listing information

Status: Independent School Profile

Public information checked: October 7, 2026

This profile is based on publicly available information and has not been verified by the school.

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