EF International Language Center Tokyo, Japan
- Central location: cafes, restaurants, shops and arcades surround the school.
- Tokyo is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- One of the oldest Japanese schools in Tokyo founded in 1965
- Older students should consider that the average age of students at the school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
- Additional costs of course material of approx. 70 € per course level
Location: EF International Language Center Tokyo is located in the fascinating and culturally rich city of Tokyo, Japan. The school's modern campus is in the popular Shibuya district, has bright and modern classrooms and a beautiful view of the Tokyo Skyline. The school is within walking distance of multiple shops, supermarkets, eateries and attractions such as the Hachiko memorial statue, the Meiji Jingu Shrine and the Bunkamura Art centre and much more. EF Tokyo has great access to the Shibuya Train station, a 4-minute walk from the school, allowing students easy access to further attractions such as the Senso-Ji Temple, the trendy Harajuku District, and the Tokyo Skytree observation deck. Haneda Airport is within a 50-minute train journey from the school.
Social and Cultural: EF Tokyo actively promotes local activities and excursions to their students. Ghibli Museum tours, excursions to Kyoto, Nikko, Mount Fuji and more, are regularly arranged by the school.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are modern, spacious and full of light. These facilities include a cafeteria, lounge area, computer lab, table tennis and free WIFI. Each classroom is equipped with air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accreditations and Associations: EF Tokyo is accredited by EAQUALS for its excellence in language education.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
Japanese Courses
General Course + Accommodation
26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€865€844 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 865 844 | 1,730 1,687 | 2,595 2,531 | 3,460 3,374 | 4,950 4,827 | 6,600 6,435 | 7,950 7,752 | 12,400 12,090 | 15,500 15,113 | 18,600 18,135 | 24,800 24,180 |
| Price in US$ | 976 | 1,951 | 2,926 | 3,901 | 5,580 | 7,440 | 8,962 | 13,978 | 17,472 | 20,966 | 27,955 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:50 - 19:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Basic Course20 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Offer!from€600€570 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 600 570 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,360 3,192 | 3,920 3,724 | 4,480 4,256 | 4,770 4,532 | 5,300 5,035 | 6,360 6,042 |
| Price in US$ | 659 | 1,318 | 1,977 | 2,636 | 3,076 | 3,691 | 4,306 | 4,921 | 5,239 | 5,821 | 6,986 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 01 Jun 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
Basic Course + Accommodation20 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Offer!from€795€776 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 795 776 | 1,590 1,551 | 2,385 2,326 | 3,180 3,101 | 3,775 3,681 | 4,530 4,417 | 5,285 5,153 | 6,040 5,889 | 6,525 6,362 | 7,250 7,069 | 8,700 8,483 |
| Price in US$ | 897 | 1,793 | 2,689 | 3,585 | 4,256 | 5,107 | 5,958 | 6,809 | 7,355 | 8,173 | 9,807 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 01 Jun 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
General Course26 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€670€637 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 670 637 | 1,340 1,273 | 2,010 1,910 | 2,680 2,546 | 3,780 3,591 | 5,040 4,788 | 6,000 5,700 | 9,280 8,816 | 11,600 11,020 | 13,920 13,224 | 18,560 17,632 |
| Price in US$ | 736 | 1,472 | 2,208 | 2,944 | 4,152 | 5,536 | 6,590 | 10,193 | 12,741 | 15,289 | 20,385 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Tokyo is a city that mixes ultra-modern society and traditionalism, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. EF Tokyo’s General Japanese course offers 26 classes per week, and the opportunity to practise Japanese with local students thanks to the activities that the school organises.
The school is ideally located, being nestled among an abundant selection of sushi restaurants, arcades, and Tokyo metro stops.
A special feature of EF’s courses is the Special Interest Lessons, of which you receive 4 per week on this course. These lessons are catered towards the topics that you would like to focus on, such as exam preparation for example.
Get ready to soak up the impressive views of Tokyo from your sleek, modern classrooms, and all the cultural learning opportunities that you’ll be presented with.
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:50 - 19:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Intensive Course 32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€730€694 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 730 694 | 1,460 1,387 | 2,190 2,081 | 2,920 2,774 | 4,140 3,933 | 5,520 5,244 | 6,600 6,270 | 10,240 9,728 | 12,800 12,160 | 15,360 14,592 | 20,480 19,456 |
| Price in US$ | 802 | 1,604 | 2,406 | 3,208 | 4,547 | 6,063 | 7,249 | 11,247 | 14,059 | 16,870 | 22,494 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:50 - 19:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Intensive Course + Accommodation32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€925€902 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 925 902 | 1,850 1,804 | 2,775 2,706 | 3,700 3,608 | 5,310 5,178 | 7,080 6,903 | 8,550 8,337 | 13,360 13,026 | 16,700 16,283 | 20,040 19,539 | 26,720 26,052 |
| Price in US$ | 1,043 | 2,086 | 3,128 | 4,171 | 5,986 | 7,981 | 9,638 | 15,060 | 18,825 | 22,590 | 30,119 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:50 - 19:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
JLPT Exam Preparation
This course tends to sell out quickly!32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€540€513 / week More

| Weeks | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 4,200 3,990 | 5,600 5,320 | 6,700 6,365 | 10,400 9,880 | 13,000 12,350 | 15,600 14,820 | 20,800 19,760 |
| Price in US$ | 4,613 | 6,151 | 7,359 | 11,423 | 14,278 | 17,134 | 22,845 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:40 - Possible course durations
- 5-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
JLPT Exam Preparation + Accommodation
This course tends to sell out quickly!32 lessons per week | 17 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€735€699 / week More

| Weeks | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 5,370 5,102 | 7,160 6,802 | 8,650 8,218 | 13,520 12,844 | 16,900 16,055 | 20,280 19,266 | 27,040 25,688 |
| Price in US$ | 5,898 | 7,864 | 9,501 | 14,849 | 18,562 | 22,274 | 29,698 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 65 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:40 - Possible course durations
- 5-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 17 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 40 min
Our prices for EF International Language Center include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Student opinions about EF International Language Center, Tokyo
No precise explanation of grammar (you learn sentence structures for certain situations, but this makes it more difficult to learn to speak independently)”
EF International Language Center (EF)
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Year of school foundation
- 1965
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (indoor)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Career guidance service (free)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 7
- Number of public PC workstations: 50
Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for deaf students
Adapted for blind students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
- Lesson duration
- 40 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €150
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €70 per course level.
- Comments about courses
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
- 1-9 weeks: EUR 70
- 10-18 weeks: EUR 125
- 19-24 weeks: EUR 165
- 25-30 weeks: EUR 205
- 31-36 weeks: EUR 245
Exam Courses (Any Language): EUR 60
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Tokyo. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school: - Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Special dietary requirements will cost EUR 50 per week.
Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
- 1-9 weeks: EUR 70
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 125 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 11 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 20 Mar 2026, 29 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 04 May 2026, 05 May 2026, 06 May 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 11 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 22 Sep 2026, 23 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 11 Feb 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 20 Mar 2027, 29 Apr 2027, 03 May 2027, 04 May 2027, 05 May 2027, 06 May 2027, 20 Jul 2027, 11 Aug 2027, 21 Sep 2027, 22 Sep 2027, 23 Sep 2027, 12 Oct 2027, 03 Nov 2027, 23 Nov 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. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Airport transfer
- Narita International Airport:
- €355 return (both ways)
- Tokyo International Airport:
- €450 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Examples of free activities:
- Cross cultural events and parties where Japanese students interact with the students from the school (International Cafe).
- Traditional Japanese cultural activities, for example: traditional Japanese dance (buyo), traditional Japanese harp (koto) lessons, etc.
- Sports activities, for example: basketball matches at Yoyogi Park with Japanese locals, ping pong tournaments, etc.
- Visits to sightseeing spots, for example: Meiji Shrine, shopping in Harajuku, Asakusa (Sensoji Temple, shopping, etc.)
- Seasonal activities, for example: cherry blossom picnic (spring), fireworks viewing
(summer), autumn foliage viewing (fall), etc.
Adults - Paid activities
- Examples of excursions and other activities:
Activities below are examples of activities in which students can participate for a fee.
- Kyoto City Tour – 2-day tour to experience Japanese beautiful traditional city, Kyoto. Ride on Bullet train and visit famous and precious temples and shrines
- Hiroshima Trips
- One day trip to Nikko, known for the 'Three Wise Monkeys'
- FujiQ Highlands: Amusement park at the bottom of Mt. Fuji
- Karaoke & Izakaya nights
- Visiting Ramen Museums and eat various cities' famous Ramen
- Oedo Hotsprings
Accommodation
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Private bathroom
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 395 | 790 | 1185 | 1580 | 1975 | 2370 | 2765 | 3160 | 3950 | 4740 | 395 |
| Price in US$ | 457 | 914 | 1,370 | 1,827 | 2,284 | 2,740 | 3,197 | 3,654 | 4,567 | 5,480 | 457 |
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Price per person
- Price extra night
- €60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
Questions and answers about EF International Language Center
Can I come to class with my baby if I can't find a babysitter for 1 or 2 days?
Can I only book a few private lessons per week?
Can I start the course on any Monday without prior knowledge?
I'm not very flexible with my time. Can the school guarantee my timetable before the course starts?
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FAQ about EF International Language Center, Tokyo
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Terms of EF International Language Center
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school



- Legal name/parent company
- EF Language Colleges Ltd | Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- South America: €85,Africa: €85,Asia: €85
- 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.









This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course materials are not included in the price.