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AILC - Asia International Language CenterYokohama, Japan

Naka Ku, Kotobukicho 1-1-11, Kowa Building 2F, Yokohama, 231-0026, Japan - 231-0026 Yokohama - see on map
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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
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%

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

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Short-term Japanese CoursePopular Japanese course
20 lessons per week
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20 students (max)
Offer!from
10000¥9500¥
Course Details
Long-term Japanese Course
20 lessons per week
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20 students (max)
Offer!from
13333¥12667¥
Course Details

Our prices for AILC - Asia International Language Center include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance

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  • Students at the beach
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  • Student holding language certificate
    Student holding language certificate3/7
  • Students at national parade
    Students at national parade4/7
  • Students and faculty
    Students and faculty5/7
  • Party at school
    Party at school 6/7
  • Students
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AILC - Asia International Language Center (AILC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Japanese teacher qualifications
100% 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
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at AILC - Asia International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1993
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 1020001083396

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

Minimum age of students
15 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 20 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 70%
Vietnam 10%
Other nationalities 20%

Information for all courses offered by AILC - Asia International Language Center

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
30000.00 ¥
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
16 Sep 2024, 23 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 23 Nov 2024, 01 Jan 2024 - 08 Jan 2024 - 12 Feb 2024, 27 Apr 2024 - 06 May 2024, 28 Jun 2024, 20 Jul 2024 - 15 Aug 2024, 29 Sep 2024, 16 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 23 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024 - 02 Apr 2024 - 15 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
16 Sep 2025, 23 Sep 2025, 14 Oct 2025, 23 Nov 2025, 01 Jan 2025 - 08 Jan 2025 - 12 Feb 2025, 27 Apr 2025 - 06 May 2025, 28 Jun 2025, 20 Jul 2025 - 15 Aug 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 16 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025, 12 Feb 2025, 23 Feb 2025, 01 Apr 2025 - 02 Apr 2025 - 15 Jul 2025, 15 Jul 2025, 04 Nov 2025, 21 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
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 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
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.

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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet1 km
Baseball1 km
Basketball10 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing1 km
Football (soccer)10 km
Music1 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis10 km
Tennis10 km
Volleyball10 km
Yoga1 km

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

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Yuikaikan Dormitory
Single room, No meals
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14250 ¥

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FAQ about AILC - Asia International Language Center, Yokohama

  • Japanese courses at AILC - Asia International Language Center start at 9500 ¥ for Short-term Japanese Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Short-term Japanese Course, Long-term Japanese Course
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at AILC - Asia International Language Center varies from 20 students (Short-term Japanese Course) to 20 students (Short-term Japanese Course)
  • 100% of teachers at AILC - Asia International Language Center hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • AILC - Asia International Language Center offers courses from 15 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.
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