School Information

豊橋日本語学校 SCHOO L

Director’s Greetings

To those who wish to study in

We produce an environment where students can learn to communicate naturally and smoothly while studying speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. In addition, students learn Japanese culture, history, customs, and morals.

Our goal is to train students to contribute to the development of Japan, their mother country, and the whole world.

For that reason, we are developing the school, training our teachers, and encouraging students to study at our school.

We have a partner school relationship with Okazaki Japanese Language School. Students will experience school events along with the students in Okazaki Japanese Language School. We believe that by studying Japanese through interacting with others, students will find even greater success.

We are looking forward to seeing you at Toyohashi Japanese Language School.

Yoshihiro Mugishima, Director of Toyohashi Japanese Language School

At “Toyohashi City Public Hall”

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Comments from Teachers

Toyohashi Japanese Language School teachers and staff

Hello! If you are interested in studying

abroad in Japan, why don’t you study

Japanese in our school?

I can assure that you will have a

fulfilling time here.

We will fully support your school life. Nakagawa, Instructor

I am looking forward to seeing you at

our school.

Fumie Ito, Toyohashi Japanese Language School head instructor

Fujisaki, Staff

Partner school: Okazaki Japanese Language School teachers

Hello, everyone!

I truly love Japanese. What made you get interested in Japanese? Are there any Japanese words you like? What would you like to do using Japanese? Please tell me when you see me in Japan. I would be very happy if you were to

come to love Japanese language, culture,

society, and people through your school life at our schools.

Takamitsu, Instructor Naeko Kawaguchi, Okazaki Japanese Language School head instructor

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School Features

1. Develop Japanese Skills Classes are divided into Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels. Students can comprehensively learn all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We strive to teach students natural Japanese and improve their communication skills not only in a classroom but also by going out and encountering various kinds of Japanese.

2. Excellent Teachers Our teachers are very hard-working and sincere. They will fully support each student to develop their Japanese skills. Our upbeat and energetic teachers make learning fun and easy to understand.

3. Support for Student’s Career We give detailed guidance for students who would like to go to university, technical school or graduate school. For example, students may attend a meeting for further education to find schools that they would like to go to. We will also hold personal counseling and help students prepare for Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (Japanese) or Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

4. Multicultural Learning Environment Because we recruit students from around the world, our students can interact with people from various countries and experience a multicultural life.

5. Dormitory Provided We offer a designated dormitory for students to study at ease.

6. Helpful Staff Our helpful staff is always available and willing to support students' school lives. At the time that students apply for International Student visas, our stuff provides guidance and support. We can help you apply to make the process easier.

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Dormitory Information

Toyohashi Japanese Language School offers a dormitory, and thoroughly supports each student’s school life.

Cultural Activities & Excursions Okazaki Japanese Language School is our partner school, and, as part of the school curriculum, we participate in local events in Toyohashi and Okazaki together. These opportunities happen at least once a month and will help students blend right in with the community. Through these activities, students learn not just Japanese language, but also Japanese culture and customs. Therefore, students can acquire real Japanese knowledge.

Okazaki Japanese Language School

February, Oni festival March, cherry blossom viewing (Toyohashi) (Okazaki)

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October, Toyohashi festival November, Futagawa-shuku (Toyohashi) festival (Toyohashi)

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Course Outline

Preparatory Course (2 years/1.5 years)

Pre-requisite Higher than high school graduation

(Person who have studied more than 12 years at school)

Study period 2 year course, 1 year and 6 month course

Enrollment period April or October

Type of visa International student visa

(1) Pre-requisite: To take the preparatory course, students will be required to have a degree higher than high school graduation. (2) Visa: The term of the preparatory course is between 1.5 years and 2 years. Students generally finish the course in March. Students should obtain study visa with the enrollment permit which will be issued by our school. It can be renewed while in school as required, if certain conditions are met. (3) Enrollment period: April or October. (4) Class length: 45 minutes per class. Below is the detail of class length.

Class Schedule (Monday to Friday) ①08:30～09:15

②09:25～10:10 Morning ③10:20～11:05 ④11:15～12:00

※ School is not open on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, national holidays, summer and winter breaks, and the end of the semester.

(5) Part-time jobs: Students who have a study visa are allowed to work part time within set hours Students must be permitted by the Immigration Service to take part in activities other than those for which their status of residence allows. (6) Other: In case of violation of laws or regulations, violation of school rules, unpaid tuition, long- term absences, poor grades, or disobedience towards the principal, we hold the right to report the student to Immigration Service and order the student to return home.

Course Schedule

Course length and content Starting period Class number of Class number Course name Period of study -Ending period days of hours Preparatory course 2 years April ~ March 80 weeks 1600 hours (two years) Preparatory course 1 year 6 months October ~ March 60 weeks 1200 hours (1.5 years)

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Course contents

Preparatory course (two years) Number of hours

Class level Class number Class number of Total class Class contents (outline) of weeks hours per week hours  Vocabulary and basic 20 hours Beginner 20 weeks 400 hours  Beginner grammar (5 days)  Basic daily conversation  Intermediate grammar 20 hours Intermediate 20 weeks 400 hours  Reading complicated sentences (5 days)  Acquisition of daily conversation skills  Advanced grammar  Reading newspapers, magazines, and Lower 20 hours novels, etc. 20 weeks 400 hours advanced (5 days)  Conversation for a variety of situations  Training for writing short essays and interviews  Reading more complicated sentences Upper 20 hours  Conversation for specialized situations 20 weeks 400 hours advanced (5 days)  Learning technical information, as required

Preparatory course (1.5 years) Number of hours Class level Class number Class number of Total class Class contents (outline) of weeks hours per week hours  Vocabulary and basic Kanji 20 hours Beginner 20 weeks 400 hours  Beginner grammar (5 days)  Basic daily conversation  Intermediate grammar 20 hours Intermediate 20 weeks 400 hours  Reading complicated sentences (5 days)  Acquisition of daily conversation skills  Advanced grammar  Reading newspapers, magazines, and 20 hours novels, etc. Advanced 20 weeks 400 hours (5 days)  Conversation for a variety of situations  Training for writing short essays and interviews

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City of Toyohashi: the location of Toyohashi Japanese Language School

Toyohashi is located at the South-East area in . It is a big city with about 380,000 people. It is located between and , and you can easily travel to Eastern and Western Japan. The climate is warm, agriculture is thriving, and various kinds of vegetable and fruits are grown. There are also many aspects of traditional culture that remain in the city, such as Tezutsu fireworks or Toyohashi Oni Festival.

School location The school is in the town of Hacchodori, near Toyohashi City Hall and Toyohashi Police Station.

Transportation It takes about 11 minutes from school to by tram and foot. You will ride on a Japanese tram, which is exclusive to Toyohashi in the Tokai region.

Access by train Tokaido () Tokyo About 1 hour 23 minutes (about 2 hours and 20 minutes)

Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari (Kodama) Shin-Osaka About 1 hour 30 minutes (about 1 hour 37 minutes)

Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari (Kodama)

About 19 minutes (about 24 minutes) JR Tokaido Line（new rapid） Toyohashi About 51 minutes

Meitetsu Main Line (limited express) Nagoya About 49 minutes

Access to Chubu Japan International Airport (Centrair)

Meitetsu Airport Line (limited express) Meitetsu Main Line Chubu Japan / Line Jingumae (limited express) International Airport About 29 minutes About 43 minutes

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No.1 Festivals ©豊橋市トヨッキー There are many festivals throughout the year in Toyohashi. Toyohashi Gion Festival in July is the biggest firework festival in the Eastern part of Aichi prefecture, and it takes place at a shrine near the school. You can see about 12,000 of fireworks as well as traditional Tezutsu fireworks, which have been around for 450 years.

No.2 Toyohashi Zoo and Botanical Park This park, called Nonhoi park by locals, is a rare facility which has four areas: zoo, botanical park, museum, and theme park. Polar bears are especially popular here, and it is very exciting when they dive into the water. You can experience every part of the natural world through the zoo, botanical garden, and museum.

No.3 Yoshida Castle Yoshida Castle is Toyohashi’s castle which was built during the Warring States Period. It is famous for its three-tiered tower, and you can go inside for free. This castle is in Toyohashi Park, where there is also an art museum and sports facilities such as a stadium. It is a popular recreation spot. Because it is located near the school, students can easily visit after classes.

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School Activities

Academic Calendar

•Enrollment ceremony •Orientation April •Cherry blossom viewing (Okazaki)

At the field trip in •The Boys' Festival May, you will be tested how much •Medical evaluation your Japanese May •Field trip (Matsumoto, etc.) skills improved.

•Japanese cultural experience June

•Tanabata •Firework festival (Toyohashi) July In the summer, a firework festival is held near the school. It is very •Summer holidays lively and fun! •Firework festival (Okazaki) August

•Sports festival •Emergency drill September

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Japanese Cultural Activities

Our goal is for students will learn not only Japanese language but also Japanese culture. For students to understand all parts of Japan, we have various kinds of events in our curriculum.

•Enrollment ceremony •Orientation •Toyohashi Festival (Toyohashi) Around the end of November to October •Halloween December, it is time for autumn- leaf viewing. You can also •Medical evaluation enjoy delicious Japanese food. •Chrysanthemum Festival (Okazaki) November

•Leaf viewing (Koranke, etc.) •Christmas December •Winter holidays

•Hatsumode (New Year's Visit to shrine) January

In March, you will go to a museum for an educational trip. •Setsubun You can view the •Oni Festival (Toyohashi) local industry and February technology which represents Japan to the entire world.

•Hinamatsuri •Educational trip March •Graduation Ceremony

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Nagoya

Aichi prefecture Okazaki

Toyohashi

豊 橋 日 本 語 学 校 TOYOHASHI JAPANESE LANGUAGE SCHOOL 1-18 Haccho-dori, Toyohashi-shi, Aichi-ken 440-0806 TEL +81-532-43-5300 FAX +81-532-43-5301