Study in Japan: July 2027 intake now open


SHI Global is accepting applications for Japanese language school entry in July 2027. Students study Japanese in Japan for about 1 year and 9 months, then can apply to vocational schools (senmon), junior colleges or universities.

Schools

  • TCJ Japanese Language School – Shinjuku, Tokyo. Four intakes a year (January, April, July, October).
  • Hiki Academy – Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo. SHI confirms July 2027 places with the school when we receive your application.

SHI Global is the recruitment representative of both schools. More on our Study in Japan page.

Requirements

  • 12 years of schooling (high school graduation) or higher.
  • Japanese at JLPT N5 level or at least 150 hours of study (TCJ requirement).
  • School interview.
  • A financial sponsor with income and savings documents as required by the school.

Indicative timeline

When Step
Nov 2026 – Jan 2027 Counselling, choosing a school, completing 150 hours of Japanese, preparing documents
Around Feb 2027 Application submitted to the school for the Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Around late May 2027 COE result, tuition payment
June 2027 Student visa application
July 2027 Arrival and enrolment

Dates are indicative; each school sets its own deadline. July usually has fewer places than April and October.

Contact SHI Global: Hotline/Zalo 0358 998 599 or our Contact page. Licensed study abroad consultancy, certificate No. 05/GCN-SGDDT.

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