Kyoto Minsai Japanese Language School
Kyoto Minsai is an accredited Japanese language school (認定日本語教育機関) operating since 2001, with four campuses across Kyoto City — three for long-term students and one for short-term students. Its name, "Minsai," means cross-cultural interaction, and classes are capped at 20 students with a deliberately balanced nationality mix drawn from around 50 countries.
Its programs range from the Long-Term Course (up to 2 years) to an Academic/University Preparation Track (1 year up to 2 years, with several duration options), a Career/Business Track (up to 1 year), and a Short-Term Course (up to 3 months) for students who want a shorter first taste of studying in Japan.
Location
Ukyo, Kyoto
Kyoto Minsai's main campus is in Ukyo, Kyoto — on the city's west side, near the Nishikyogoku Athletic Park complex.
Campus Access: Nishikyogoku Station (Hankyu Kyoto Line) – about 11 minutes on foot
Randen Tenjingawa Station (Keifuku/Randen Line) – about 17 minutes on foot
Uzumasa-Tenjingawa Station (Tozai subway line / JR Sagano Line) – about 18 minutes on foot
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