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Genki Japanese and Culture SchoolFukuoka, Japan

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

42 students - overall rating
Hakata Eki Higashi 1-16-23, Hakata-ku - 812-0013 Fukuoka - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Wii game console with large selection of games.
  • Small class sizes
  • Excellent rating of student apartments
    4.4

    Rating: 4.4/5.0

  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • For chain schools: Same conditions for waiving the inscription fee also apply if the student has booked at another school of the same school chain.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 18%
18-24 years 32%
25-34 years 28%
35-50 years 12%
>50 years 10%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.

Position of school in Fukuoka: The school is to the east of the city, close to the Mikasa River. The streets around the school are quiet, but just a short walk away is a central part of the city, with an array of transportation links, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels and cafes.

Exploring the city: Genki Japanese and Culture School is right next to the Hakata transit hub. There are a large number of trains leaving from this station. Just up from the train station is a large bus terminal, with regular bus routes around the city.

Local attractions: Due to its position to Hakata transit station, the school is well positioned to explore the city. The Ohori Park and the Fukuoka Castle Ruins are 25 minutes by train or 40 minutes by bus. Kushida Shrine and Fukuoka Asian Art Museum are 20 minutes away by foot from Genki Japanese and Culture School.

Course structure: Japanese courses are possible in a group setting in a weekly structure or as a long term package. During the summer months the school has programmes for young learners that include accommodation. There are specific cthemes that you can add to a general Japanese course to make the classes more structured to your language outcome. These extras include conversational Japanese and a Cultural programme to learn more about the Japanese way of life and use of their own language.

School chain: GenkiJACS, as a group, currently has four schools in Japan, in Fukuoka, Tokyo, Nagoya and Kyoto. Since 2005, GenkiJACS has supplied quality Japanese language tuition and cultural programmes to students of all levels and many nationalities. Their initial success has seen the group expand steadily, regularly recognised by awards throughout the education sector, including being voted the Star World Language School of the year at the industry Star Awards in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020.

Japanese Courses

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General Language
Standard JapanesePopular Japanese course
20 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
36000¥34200¥
Course Details
Long Term Studies
20 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Offer!from
33000¥31350¥
Course Details
Junior
Summer Programme - Dorm (14 to 19 years old)
26 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
166250¥162094¥
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Summer Programme - Homestay (14 to 19 years old)
26 lessons per week
|
8 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
166250¥162094¥
Includes accommodation
Course Details

Our prices for Genki Japanese and Culture School include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • 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 at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

Videos & Photos

  • Seeing the city
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  • Welcome to Genki Japanese and Culture School
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  • School lounge area
    School lounge area3/50
  • Fukuoka City buildings
    Fukuoka City buildings4/50
  • Studying in the library
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  • Notice board
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  • Teacher
    Teacher7/50
  • Presenting in class
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  • Explanation
    Explanation9/50
  • Detailed notes
    Detailed notes10/50
  • Comparing notes
    Comparing notes11/50
  • Group work
    Group work12/50
  • Flash cards
    Flash cards13/50
  • Momochi seaside park
    Momochi seaside park14/50
  • Students enjoying a meal together
    Students enjoying a meal together15/50
  • Genki students
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  • Meeting room
    Meeting room17/50
  • concentrating
    concentrating18/50
  • Classroom ready for students
    Classroom ready for students 19/50
  • Teacher and students
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  • Students chatting in the cafeteria
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  • School classroom
    School classroom22/50
  • Small group classroom
    Small group classroom23/50
  • Japanese-style room
    Japanese-style room24/50
  • cafeteria
    cafeteria25/50
  • Kego Park
    Kego Park26/50
  • School library
    School library27/50
  • Helpful teachers
    Helpful teachers28/50
  • Shoe rack
    Shoe rack29/50
  • Boat trip
    Boat trip30/50
  • lesson
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  • School hallway
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  • Genki Japanese and Culture School building
    Genki Japanese and Culture School building33/50
  • Fukuoka city
    Fukuoka city34/50
  • Touring the streets of Fukuoka
    Touring the streets of Fukuoka35/50
  • Fukuoka city Ohoripark
    Fukuoka city Ohoripark36/50
  • Private apartment
    Private apartment37/50
  • Single bedroom
    Single bedroom38/50
  • Dorm room
    Dorm room39/50
  • Studying together
    Studying together40/50
  • Christmas party
    Christmas party41/50
  • Students at the dormitory
    Students at the dormitory 42/50
  • Student outings
    Student outings 43/50
  • Dorm accommodation
    Dorm accommodation 44/50
  • Cultural outings
    Cultural outings45/50
  • Study area
    Study area46/50
  • Fukuoka City Tower
    Fukuoka City Tower47/50
  • Beautiful scenery
    Beautiful scenery48/50
  • Host Family
    Host Family49/50
  • Street entrance
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Student opinions about Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of
Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka
42 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Other
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (10 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 18-30 years (17 ratings)
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Students 31-49 years (8 ratings)
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Students 50+ years (7 ratings)
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The staff is very friendly and helpful. They'll help you with anything and go out of their way to do so. Also, you get a free personal cup while you're there. You have a selection of beverages, microwave, DVD/Manga/bookselection you can rent or even keep (the books) for free. Also, you get flash cards, so you can learn all the vocab and Kanji quickly and, if your a woman, you get a personal alarm (not that it's really necessary but it's definitely reassuring).”
Insider tip: “Go around town at lunchtime to try all the delicious food (ramen, udon, ohagi, motsunabe) and just mingle with the Japanese, it's a unique experience. Don't forget to try the uncountable amount of sweets in Japan. The chocolat is quite delicious (and as a Swiss I have experience when it comes to good chocolate. ;)”
Review details
Other comments You can get a language exchange partner for free, if you ask at the school or mention it when you book the course. They'll find you a suitable Japanese exchange partner, so you really get to speak as much Japanese as possible.
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 10 weeks
Review date: 24. Aug. 2010 by Dimitra Kurath
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
16 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“In my opinion, teachers were very kind and high qualified. It was a pleasure for me to communicate with them. Also, students were very outgoing. It was really interesting to connect with people from other countries and learn something new about new different cultures.”
Review details
Course: Japanese Plus Conversation [Japanese] - 3 weeks
Review date: 14. Jun. 2019 by Platon Sidelnikov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
38 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The class community was great. I didn't like the learning speed because we did too much grammar and too little conversation.The teachers should explain the grammar in English. In total it was not enough time and the pressure was too high.”
Insider tip: “Island of flowers Nokonoshima - great day trip”
Review details
Other comments The teachers should adapt better to the class level. It would be nice learning easy phrases for daily use instead of focussing on grammar. Too specialized, not enough conversation course.
Course: Japanese Through Pop Culture Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Nov. 2014 by Nina Fingskes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers' energy! They were simply amazing, very nice and polite :). I also loved the culture classes and how easy it was to make friends and such!”
Insider tip: “Yeah, be very thorough while reading a map, it is easy to get lost if you are not careful. You should also ask for help with the way to the school and to where you live.”
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Other comments It was the most amazing thing I have ever experienced! A lovely school with amazing teachers and Mai-san that helped me a lot! I'm in a loss for words so the easiest way to explain my visit is that it was simply amazing (and for the younger generation: Epic and awesome!). Loved it!
Course: Japanese Through Pop Culture Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Apr. 2013 by Amanda Söderblom
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“I really enjoyed the lessons. They were really fun and engaging and the teachers were extremely helpful and friendly.”
Insider tip: “None”
Review details
Other comments I thoroughly enjoyed my time studying in Fukuoka. GenkiJACS helped me find great accomodation and my Japanese improved despite just being there for 3 short weeks. I can definitely say that I am more confident with Japanese conversation due to the ample practice that I had in the classes there.
Course: Japanese Plus Conversation [Japanese] - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Jun. 2018 by Megan Sim
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“It's like a second house where you come and learn so much. The teachers are very good and also very friendly.”
Insider tip: “I just want to say that you should speak as much Japanese as possible. Even though you might not speak at that well at first, just don't be scared and practice! ”
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Other comments I had such an amazing time here. The teachers, the other students and the people from Fukuoka made that possible. I met a lot of people from all over the world and a lot of Japanese people. I will definitely comeback soon, because I liked it so much and I want to speak Japanese even better.
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 6. May. 2013 by Max Rietveld
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The relation with the teachers, though it is expected if we take into account the price of the course.”
Insider tip: “If you want to learn fast, this is not the right place. 2 months at this school are not enough if you want to learn something (and they are not cheap). But going somewhere else to learn faster will require more dedication. A school like this, where most students are European, is not very open to Japanese students. I have missedbeing in contact with locals. Of course this depends on your social skills. ”
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Other comments Not everything is perfect. Some things in the organisation are hard to understand. It is a school that accepts young students so some teachers should improve their methodology. But the teachers are eager to help.
Course: Standard Course - 12 weeks
Review date: 28. Nov. 2018 by Keita Ido Cornudella
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The atmosphere during class is very good. The teachers are so funny, but you still learn a lot.”
Insider tip: “Karaoke on every Friday evening is fun!”
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Other comments I recommend you this language school. Everybody is very nice and funny, so that it is fun to go to school. Together with the other pupils you can discover the city. It is an unforgetable experience!
Course: Intensive Communication Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2008 by Kathrin Jülg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
22 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Really nice ambience. Good teaching in really small groups ( <6 ).”
Insider tip: “Friday night parties organised by the school.”
Review details
Other comments No problem at all. Everything was done quickly and efficiently !
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. May. 2009 by Romain Gorecki
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
64 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Organization, discipline and friendliness, air conditioning.”
Insider tip: “All learning and cultural offers”
Review details
Other comments only good
Course: 8 Wochen Kultur + 2 Wochen Bildungsurlaub + 3 Wochen Standard - 13 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2017 by Klaus Hummel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers were very friendly and always understandable”
Review details
Other comments very good memories, plus it was my first journey to Japan
Course: Japanese Through Pop Culture Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 24. Oct. 2008 by Esther Bourret
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The atmosphere of the course and the school in general.”
Review details
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Nov. 2011 by Sabet Chloé
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers were absolutely great and very funny”
Insider tip: “Don't miss the weekly sayounara parties”
Review details
Course: Intensive Communicative Course - 11 weeks
Review date: 14. Nov. 2007 by Rebecca Wolf
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Students coming from many different countries.”
Review details
Course: Teachers Course Individual - 3 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2013 by Clémentine Duringer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
36 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teaching and the laid back atmosphere.”
Insider tip: “Make most of the free extra-curricular conversation classes with the local students.”
Review details
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Jan. 2011 by Martin Dvorak
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
46 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are very kind and helpful”
Insider tip: “The shrines, the izakayas!”
Review details
Other comments the school is in the center, so it's easy to find, and there are a lot of snacks and restaurants quite near.
Course: Intensive Communicative Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Feb. 2008 by Dominique Blade
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Teachers, and special thanks to Demi.”
Review details
Course: Standard Course [Японский] - 8 weeks
Review date: 24. Sep. 2018 by Oleksandr Zainulin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
52 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very friendly and very competent”
Insider tip: “Explore Fukuoka”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2017 by Michael Peters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
67 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The quality of the teaching”
Review details
Other comments I would definitely recommend it
Course: Standard coure - 1 week
Review date: 21. Oct. 2015 by Maggie Shore
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
22 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are all fun!”
Insider tip: “Enjoy the city! You can even get to the beach by nishitetsu in less than 40min!”
Review details
Other comments All the students are fun and eager to learn
Course: Intensive Communication Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2008 by Alicia Tong
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The relaxed atmosphere.”
Review details
Course: Japanese and Traditional Culture - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Nov. 2011 by Eva Erzen Winkler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
37 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Every one was very kind”
Insider tip: “Ramen and tempura were very good and cheap”
Review details
Other comments Be aware not to take two courses if you stay more than 2 weeks. 4hours/day is enough and let yourself time to enjoy your stay.
Course: Intensive Communication Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2008 by Jean Claude Phachanla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
56 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Very very nice teachers”
Review details
Course: private lessons (Privatunterricht) - 3 weeks
Review date: 11. Jun. 2008 by Nancy Haynes Held
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very engaging teachers”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 6 weeks
Review date: 29. Apr. 2019 by Michael Peters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
29 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Good teachers”
Review details
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Jun. 2009 by Till Späth
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The ambient.”
Insider tip: “Visit Campaign”
Review details
Course: Japanese Through Pop Culture Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 15. Nov. 2008 by Paul Neven Du Mont
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teacher”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 21. Sep. 2015 by Gabriela Hoffmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
25 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The spirit”
Insider tip: “Tabeodai, nomiodai, yatai and karaoke regarding the city, and visit of Kyushu, Takachiho, Yakushima, unforgettable for nature lovers”
Review details
Course: Standard Conversational Course (6 semaines) + Japanese and Traditional Culture (4 semaines) - 10 weeks
Review date: 11. Dec. 2009 by Aurelie Pentecote
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Teachers.”
Insider tip: “If you have question or need help ask.”
Review details
Other comments School is great for people who want to learn japanese in holidays and for those who want to study hard.
Course: Standard Conversational Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 6. Oct. 2009 by Piotr Milczarek
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
66 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Liked it”
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2018 by Tom Newton
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of Genki Japanese and Culture School compared to ratings of all schools in Japan

 Genki Japanese and Culture School FukuokaAverage of all other schools in Japan
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Homestay4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Shared flat4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Genki Japanese and Culture School (Genkijacs)

Accreditations and Quality seals
IALCPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Japanese teacher qualifications
40% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:15
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoPayPal - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2005
Legal name/parent company
Global With us | Tax registration ID: 00062090

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Video game console

  • Free coffee

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 14
    • Number of public PC workstations: 3

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • An elevator is available for disabled students that connects all floors. Classrooms are barrier-free for easy access.
Additional comment about facilities of school
DVDs Laptops for student use

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 110
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 150
Junior courses - In summer: 40
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
Minimum age of students
14 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 15
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 15
Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 30%
Germany 12%
England 12%
France 12%
Switzerland 12%
Italy 5%
Sweden 5%
Spain 5%
Netherlands 2%
Israel 2%
Korea 1%
Thailand 1%
Turkey 1%
Brazil 1%
China 1%

Information for all courses offered by Genki Japanese and Culture School

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
16000.00 ¥
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.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 7000 ¥. 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 08 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 23 Feb 2024, 20 Mar 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 03 May 2024, 06 May 2024, 19 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 23 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 30 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 11 Feb 2025, 24 Feb 2025, 20 Mar 2025, 29 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025 - 06 May 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 11 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 16 Sep 2025, 23 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 29 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
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
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 240 12
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 480 24
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 540 27
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 600 30
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 660 33
C2 Proficiency
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.

Airport transfer

Fukuoka Airport:
6000 ¥ one way
12000 ¥ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Fukuoka International Airport (FUK).
More details about airports near Fukuoka and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Fukuoka page. For flight comparisons to Fukuoka, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

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 ¥
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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Dancing0.5 km
Diving5 km
Golf2 km
Horse riding5 km
Mountainbiking5 km
Music0.5 km
Sailing3 km
Squash1 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball2 km
Windsurfing5 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- City tour
- Movie night
- Conversation practice with trainee teachers
- Free classes on the Japanese used in manga

Adults - Paid activities

- Tea ceremony and kimono-wearing: JPY 4500
- Calligraphy: JPY 4500
- Pottery: JPY 4500
- Weekly Friday night party: JPY 3000
- Day trip to Nagasaki: JPY 9000

Junior - Free activities

- City tour
- Movie night
- Japanese card game workshop
- Conversation practice with trainee teachers

Junior - Paid activities

- Tea ceremony and kimono-wearing: JPY 3150
- Calligraphy: JPY 3150
- Pottery: JPY 3150
- Karaoke party

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Questions and answers about Genki Japanese and Culture School

  • “No, the school fee is only charged once in this case. ”
    Lisa Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 16, 2023
  • “Payment is requested 60 days before the start of the course.”
    Oscar, Sales & Marketing Manager from GenkiJACS - Jan 16, 2024
  • “At Genki Fukuoka, you have three options:
    - Visa waiver (2-24 week course)
    - Working Holiday Visa (2-40 week course)
    - Student Visa (40 or 60 week course)    ”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 26, 2024
  • “They can walk around the city on their own, but there is a curfew imposed by the city for minors (it is 22:00 for those under 18 years old and 23:00 for those from 18 to 19 years old) so they would need to be home by then. Usually homestays will have an earlier curfew as well, especially as the family will prepare dinner for the students.”
    Jessica Carlson, Sales Representative from Genki Japanese and Culture School - Dec 02, 2024

FAQ about Genki Japanese and Culture School, Fukuoka

  • “If the school does not offer an activity as compensation or spreads the hours over the other days, the money for the missing day will be reimbursed.”
    Lisa Schiwy, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 23, 2022
  • “The school can't offer only the cultural activities. Students have to attend the course as well. ”
    Mori , Admissions Officer from Genki Japanese and Culture School - Apr 16, 2024
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Fukuoka Airport (6000 ¥)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Genki varies from 8 students (Standard Japanese) to 8 students (Standard Japanese)
  • 40% of teachers at Genki Japanese and Culture School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Genki Japanese and Culture School comes from USA with a 30% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and Germany (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Genki Japanese and Culture School offers courses from 14 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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