Local Life Japan

8F Shirakiku Grand Bldg, 1-7-4 Oakashi-cho,, Akashi, Hyogo 673- 0891, Japan
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1.192 €
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Reviews

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"Excellent way to immerse yourself in Japanese language and culture"

Wen Wei Yap

The school is located close to the train station and the instruction provided is very clear so finding the school is not hard. The surrounding of the school is also good where you have various options of nice foods, shopping area and even a market area to explore with.

The classes are designed for you to speak more Japanese thus building your overall speaking ability which I found it very useful. The one week class improve my overall Japanese speaking ability and of course increase my interest to further my Japanese learning journey. The teachers are all very nice and patience to guide me throughout the class to learn new grammar, words and also practicing speaking with me which improve my confidence in speaking in Japanese.

The activities available are also interesting. As the school is not too far from Himeji / Kobe / Maiko / Awaji Shima etc, there’s plenty of interesting activities/sightseeing you can do with the school or on your own. And you will have the teachers (the locals) to recommend you activities/things to try on when you are around that area.

Highly recommend to those who are looking for a place to learn speaking Japanese and immerse yourself in the real Japanese culture/life.

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Date of study
11 Nov 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Good combination of learning japanese language and culture"

Silvia Grossinger

Locations:
Location of the school is very central and good to find
Location of my homestay family was also in a good distance to school, without long walks

Classes and teachers:
The lessons were well prepared and a good mix between learning new things and practicing talking. Every single teacher was amazing and responded to my needs - I cannot wish for more :)

Thank you so much, for teaching for me, though I was the only student. I really appreciate that!

Afternoon Activities:
All Afternoon activities were adjusted to my interests, so I was very lucky! We went to Himeji and Kobe city, to art and architecture related museums and even for dinner together. The activities were a good combination with the classes in the morning, to get to know Japanese culture and language.

If I would stay for more than one week, I would ask to maybe shorten every second activities a little to get home earlier, to get more time to rest. Because of all the new impressions and the three languages (Japanese, English and german) I was extremely tired every evening. I think a little time to rest between school and evening time with the family (just half an hour - to one hour) would have been perfect.

Homestay family:
What a lovely family I had! They were so helpful and showed me so much about daily Japanese life! We always had breakfast and dinner together and one evening they took me out for dinner to one of their favorite restaurants to eat Okonomiyaki. That was a great experience, though I wished my Japanese language were better, so I could talked more with the other guests. The mum also made me every day lunchbox with was soooo delicious!

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Date of study
21 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024
Would you recommend this school?
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"It was a fun and varied experience."

Sam Tsang

The school is located close to the train station, which makes it convenient to travel to.
The classrooms are clean and cool. The teachers are kind and accommodating and try to push you to use more japanese when possible to help build more confidence. The activities avaliable were nice and interesting. Housing wise, it was a nice experience living in a japanese household and eating japanese home cooked foods.

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
12 Aug 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
housing

Housing

Local Life Japan offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

295 €
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, and heating
Distance to school: 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
295 €
Local Life Japan is partnered with Homestay in Japan, who has over 5000 Homestay Families across Japan. With over 11 years of experience, they have helped more than 14,000 foreign students gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and way of life!

Learning a language is also about learning a culture and way of life. Homestays help to completely immerse you in Japanese language and culture to accelerate your pace of learning.

Homestay families go through an extensive vetting process and are eager to share Japanese culture with others. Student support is also available 24/7 in multiple languages.

Whether you are looking for interaction with Japanese people, or local recommendations on tourism and food, choosing a Homestay will definitely leave you with fantastic memories!
apartment

Private apartment - Single-person room - No meals

252 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, and heating
Distance to school: 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
252 €
A fantastic option if you want a completely private apartment for yourself. It comes fully furnished with your own bathroom, kitchen and other amenities. Keep in mind – Japanese apartments are clean and pleasant but are small by Western standards.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged ¥ 6,500 when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Akashi based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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8F Shirakiku Grand Bldg, 1-7-4 Oakashi-cho,
Akashi
Hyogo 673- 0891
Japan

School location

Local Life Japan is ideally located just a 2-minute walk from Akashi Station, a major transport hub. Nestled in the charming coastal area of Hyogo, we are 10-25 minutes away from Kobe, Osaka and other city centers by metro.

Our location offers the best of both worlds - proximity to the bustle of multiple cities, while being an exciting gateway for unique areas like Awaji Island.

Akashi is a popular place for locals due to its high quality of life and lower cost of living, providing an ideal balance of accessibility and livability It was voted one of the Top Hidden Gem in Japan in 2024!

Our school is 10 minutes away from the ocean, facing the Seto Inland Sea, offering a mild climate and a relaxed atmosphere. Nature and historical sites are close by, with the historical Akashi Castle only 2 minutes away, where students often enjoy lunch at the castle park. Malls, supermarkets, convenience stores, Karaoke and the station are all within 1-2 minutes of our school.

Join us at Local Life Japan and experience a vibrant community with the perfect balance of urban convenience and authentic cultural immersion.

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