AILC - Asia International Language Center Yokohama, Japan
Naka Ku, Kotobukicho 1-1-11, Kowa Building 2F, Yokohama, 231-0026, Japan - 231-0026 Yokohama - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Awarded the "Class A Excellent School" by the Tokyo Immigration and Residency Administration.
- The school organises rich extracurricular activities: kimono experience, takoyaki party, red leaves viewing and more.
- Yokohama is one of the top destinations our students liked most
What we dislike about the school
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 70% of students are from China
Location: AILC - Asia International Language Center is located in the bustling city of Yokohama, Japan. Surrounded by convenience stores, shopping areas and within walking distance of the Yokohama Stadium, Yokohama Park and the Aquarium, students have many attractions nearby to enjoy. The Ishikawacho JR train is within a 5-minutes walk of the school, with the famous Yokohama Chinatown also within walking distance.
Course selection: AILC offers short and long-term courses, with a level placement test given on the first day of class. Absolute beginners are required to take the long-term course, with specific start dates staggered throughout the year.
Accommodation: Accommodation in the Yuikai Dormitory is available within a 5-minutes walk of the school, subject to minimum stay requirements. The Yuikai Dormitory is an excellent way to interact with other students socially during your time in Yokohama.
School facilities: The school's facilities consist of a lounge area, library, microwave use for students and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms have heating and air conditioning, with most having ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment.
Social and Cultural: Many excursions, activities and sightseeing opportunities are available locally. The AILC student support desk is happy to assist with any information or assistance required, making each student's stay in Yokohama as comfortable and memorable as possible.
Japanese Courses
General Language
Short-term Japanese Course
20 lessons per week | 20 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥10,000¥9,500 / week More
Short-term Japanese Course
20 lessons per week | 20 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥10,000¥9,500 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 12 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 120,000 114,000 |
| Price in US$ | 723 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:40 - Possible course durations
- 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 20 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Long-term Japanese Course20 lessons per week | 20 students (max)Offer!from¥13,333¥12,667 / week More
Long-term Japanese Course
20 lessons per week | 20 students (max)
Offer!from
¥13,333¥12,667 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 48 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 640,000 608,000 |
| Price in US$ | 3,853 |
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Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:40 - Possible course durations
- 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 20 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for AILC - Asia International Language Center include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
AILS students1/7
Students at the beach2/7
Student holding language certificate3/7
Students at national parade4/7
Students and faculty5/7
Party at school 6/7
Students7/7
AILC - Asia International Language Center (AILC)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Japanese teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 60% male / 40% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at AILC - Asia International Language Center.
- Year of school foundation
- 1993
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 18
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 70% |
| Vietnam | 10% |
| Other nationalities | 20% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 90% |
| 25-34 years | 7% |
| 35-50 years | 3% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Minimum age of students
- 15 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 4Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
- Average age of students
- In summer: 20 yearsThroughout the year: 20 years
Information for all courses offered by AILC - Asia International Language Center
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- ¥30,000
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
16 Sep 2026, 23 Sep 2026, 14 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 01 Jan 2026 - 08 Jan 2026 - 12 Feb 2026, 27 Apr 2026 - 06 May 2026, 28 Jun 2026, 20 Jul 2026 - 15 Aug 2026, 29 Sep 2026, 16 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026, 12 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 01 Apr 2026 - 02 Apr 2026 - 15 Jul 2026, 15 Jul 2026, 04 Nov 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
16 Sep 2027, 23 Sep 2027, 14 Oct 2027, 23 Nov 2027, 01 Jan 2027 - 08 Jan 2027 - 12 Feb 2027, 27 Apr 2027 - 06 May 2027, 28 Jun 2027, 20 Jul 2027 - 15 Aug 2027, 29 Sep 2027, 16 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2027, 12 Feb 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 01 Apr 2027 - 02 Apr 2027 - 15 Jul 2027, 15 Jul 2027, 04 Nov 2027, 21 Dec 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.Please note that this school reserves the right to cancel confirmed bookings if a minimum number of students is not reached. Notification of such cancellation would happen at least 30 days before the course is due to start. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- School visit, national parade, speech contest, sports festival, Cup Noodle Museum.
Adults - Paid activities
- Kirin Beer Factory, Aquarium, Tea ceremony Cultural Experience, Christmas party.
Accommodation
Yuikaikan Dormitory Single room, No meals 
Private bathroom
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¥14,250/ week Show more
Yuikaikan Dormitory
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥14,250/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 57000 | -- | -- | -- | 114000 | -- | 171000 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 362 | 723 | 1,084 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Price per person
- Check-in
- SundayNote: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of ¥70,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 61
No extra nights bookable
FAQ about AILC - Asia International Language Center, Yokohama
What is the best price for a course at AILC - Asia International Language Center, Yokohama?
“Japanese courses at AILC - Asia International Language Center start at 9500 ¥ for a Short-term Japanese Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
AILC - Asia International Language Center offers courses for which ages?
“AILC - Asia International Language Center offers courses from 15 years to 99. The average age is 20 during the summer and 20 the rest of the year.”
Terms of AILC - Asia International Language Center
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: 1020001083396
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 50000 ¥
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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