Genki Japanese & Culture School Naha, Japan
Oroku 824-17 - 901-0152 Naha - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.
Special Offers
Our Okinawa Japanese school blends the best of GenkiJACS with the best of Okinawa to create something new and unique that you won’t get at any other Japanese language school! True to its island heritage, this location offers a unique water-based course, an environmental focus in both lessons and activities, and as much time in nature as we can arrange!
Japanese Courses
General Language
Standard Japanese Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥40,000¥38,000 / week More
Standard Japanese Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥40,000¥38,000 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 80,000 76,000 | 120,000 114,000 | 160,000 152,000 | 200,000 190,000 | 240,000 228,000 | 280,000 266,000 | 320,000 304,000 | 390,000 370,500 | 470,000 446,500 | 740,000 703,000 |
| Price in US$ | 482 | 723 | 964 | 1,204 | 1,445 | 1,686 | 1,927 | 2,348 | 2,830 | 4,455 |
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- 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:
15 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Sep 25, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Sep 28, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 14:05 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Bildungsurlaub Course
In high demand!31 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥64,000¥60,800 / week More
Bildungsurlaub Course
In high demand!
31 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥64,000¥60,800 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 64,000 60,800 | 128,000 121,600 |
| Price in US$ | 386 | 771 |
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- 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:
02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Sep 25, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Sep 28, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6-7 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 14:05 - 17:45 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Japanese Chura Green Course20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥60,000¥57,000 / week More
Japanese Chura Green Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥60,000¥57,000 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 120,000 114,000 | 180,000 171,000 | 240,000 228,000 |
| Price in US$ | 723 | 1,084 | 1,445 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional information for all courses
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Japanese Plus Culture26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥56,000¥53,200 / week More
Japanese Plus Culture
26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥56,000¥53,200 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 112,000 106,400 | 168,000 159,600 | 224,000 212,800 |
| Price in US$ | 675 | 1,012 | 1,349 |
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- 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:
15 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Sep 25, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Sep 28, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Cultural activities on Saturdays.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 14:05 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Japanese Plus Conversation24 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥56,000¥53,200 / week More
Japanese Plus Conversation
24 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥56,000¥53,200 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 112,000 106,400 | 168,000 159,600 | 224,000 212,800 | 280,000 266,000 | 336,000 319,200 | 392,000 372,400 | 448,000 425,600 | 504,000 478,800 | 560,000 532,000 | 672,000 638,400 |
| Price in US$ | 675 | 1,012 | 1,349 | 1,686 | 2,023 | 2,360 | 2,697 | 3,035 | 3,372 | 4,046 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Sep 25, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Sep 28, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 14:05 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Language Plus Activity
Japanese Plus Marine Activities26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥62,000¥58,900 / week More
Japanese Plus Marine Activities
26 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥62,000¥58,900 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 124,000 117,800 | 186,000 176,700 | 248,000 235,600 |
| Price in US$ | 747 | 1,120 | 1,493 |
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- 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:
15 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Special Offers:
5.00 % discount: 5.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before Sep 25, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Sep 28, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
2-3 activities per week, on Saturdays and weekdays.
Important Note: if only 1 or 2 students are booked to take this module in a week, it may be cancelled for that week. In this case, the school will offer the student to take an alternate module at no extra cost, or receive a refund of the module fee.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 14:05 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for Genki Japanese & Culture School 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
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
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School building Genki JACS Okinawa2/26
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Marine activities at Okinawa: jetski6/26
Marine activities at Okinawa: kayaking7/26
Marine activities at Okinawa: Surf8/26
Marine activities at Okinawa: whale watching9/26
Marine activities at Okinawa: diving10/26
Cruise11/26
Entrance to classroom12/26
Classroom13/26
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Class in progress16/26
Reception17/26
Class time18/26
Reception preparation19/26
Building20/26
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Genki school building in Okinawa22/26
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Genki Japanese & Culture School
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Japanese teacher qualifications
- 50% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 55% male / 45% 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 Genki Japanese & Culture School.
- Year of school foundation
- 2025
General school facilities
Video game console
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 20% |
| Germany | 20% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| France | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| England | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 20% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 15% |
| 18-24 years | 40% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 10% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 50Adult courses - Throughout the year: 20Junior courses - In summer: 20Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 10Adult courses Throughout the year: 10Junior courses In summer: 5Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
- Average age of students
- In summer: 20 yearsThroughout the year: 23 years
Information for all courses offered by Genki Japanese & Culture School
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- ¥18,000
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Individual lessons not available in June, July and August. They need to be booked in conjunction with a course.
Visa Information for Long-Term Courses:
10 weeks: Can be taken on a visa waiver or tourist visa. Student visa sponsorship is not available for this length.
20 weeks: May be possible on a visa waiver (depending on nationality). Student visa sponsorship is not available.
1 year requires a student visa (available only at Fukuoka and Nagoya for selected countries). Other long-term visas, such as spouse or permanent resident, are also accepted.
18 months: Requires a student visa. Working holiday visas are not accepted for this duration. Other long-term visas, such as spouse or permanent resident, are accepted.- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 8000 ¥. 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, 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, 11 Jan 2027, 11 Feb 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 21 Mar 2027, 29 Apr 2027, 03 May 2027, 04 May 2027, 05 May 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 11 Aug 2027, 20 Sep 2027, 23 Sep 2027, 11 Oct 2027, 03 Nov 2027, 23 Nov 2027. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
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
- - Language exchange program.
- Movie night.
- City tour.
- Public holiday field trips.
- Festivals.
Adults - Paid activities
- - Weekly Friday party.
- Bowling.
- Karaoke.
- International exchange parties.
- Concerts.
- Sports watching.
Accommodation
Homestay
For the summer, only limited places left!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
¥32,000/ week Show more
Homestay
For the summer, only limited places left!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
¥32,000/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 32000 | 64000 | 96000 | 128000 | 160000 | 192000 | 224000 | 256000 | 320000 | 384000 | 32000 | 20000 |
| Price in US$ | 203 | 406 | 609 | 812 | 1,014 | 1,217 | 1,420 | 1,623 | 2,028 | 2,434 | 203 | 127 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Arrival to the airport must be before 18:00, otherwise the check-in at the homestay would not be possible that day.
- Check-in
- Sunday 10:00-19:00
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥4,580 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 13
- Maximum age of students
- 99
- Dates
- High season dates: 23 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per day: 2200 ¥ - High season supplement per week: 15400 ¥
Private Apartment
For the summer, only limited places left!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥45,000/ week Show more
Private Apartment
For the summer, only limited places left!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥45,000/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | -- | -- | -- | 180000 | 200000 | 240000 | 280000 | 320000 | 380000 | 456000 | 38000 | 20000 |
| Price in US$ | 1,141 | 1,268 | 1,521 | 1,775 | 2,028 | 2,408 | 2,890 | 241 | 127 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
After 20 weeks, weekly price is JPY 37000.
- Check-in
- Sunday 15:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥5,720 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 40 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
- Dates
- Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 - High season
- High season supplement per day: 800 ¥ - High season supplement per week: 5600 ¥
Questions and answers about Genki Japanese & Culture School
What is the minimum age for students going to Genki in Naha?
“The island and the school are better suited for students aged 16 and over.”
Oscar, Marketing Manager from Genki School Naha, Okinawa - Jan 28, 2026
FAQ about Genki Japanese & Culture School, Naha
What is the best price for a course at Genki Japanese & Culture School, Naha?
“Japanese courses at Genki Japanese & Culture School start at 38000 ¥ for a Standard Japanese Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at Genki Japanese & Culture School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Japanese Course, Bildungsurlaub Course, Japanese Plus Culture, Japanese Plus Marine Activities”
Which countries are students of Genki Japanese & Culture School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Genki Japanese & Culture School comes from USA with a 20% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and Switzerland (15%).”
Genki Japanese & Culture School offers courses for which ages?
“Genki Japanese & Culture School offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 20 during the summer and 23 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Genki Japanese & Culture School
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:15
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Global With us | Tax registration ID: 00062090
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.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 6500 ¥
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Due to current availability for the course, culture lessons are held on Saturdays. Please check with your employer before agreeing to take the course.
The course cannot take place on weeks with public holidays.