Premium online Japanese lessons taught in English, designed for executives and expatriates in Tokyo. Structured progression. Flexible scheduling. Real results.
Most language schools in Tokyo were designed for students. We designed ours for people who run things.
Our indirect method explains Japanese grammar and structure clearly in English. No guesswork, no confusion — just efficient learning for native English speakers and fluent English users.
Every lesson follows a deliberate curriculum mapped to JLPT levels. You always know where you are, what you're building toward, and how to measure progress.
Online 50-minute sessions available from early morning to evening JST. No commute to a classroom in Shibuya. Book, reschedule, and learn on your terms.
From keigo in client meetings to writing emails in Japanese, our curriculum addresses the real communication challenges executives face daily in Tokyo offices.
Born in The Hague, serving diplomats, professors, and executives at global companies across Europe. Now bringing that same standard to Tokyo.
Monthly progress reports, milestone tracking, and JLPT-aligned assessments. For corporate clients: HR dashboards and quarterly reviews included.
Every student begins with a free assessment. We place you at the right level and design your learning path around your goals.
As of October 2025, Business Manager visa holders in Japan must demonstrate JLPT N2 proficiency. Our Executive and Mastery courses include dedicated N2 preparation tracks designed for working professionals.
Ask About N2 Preparation →Buy ticket packs and use them at your own pace. All tickets valid for 6 months.
Ideal for couples, colleagues, or friends at the same level. Save up to 42% per person.
EnquireEquip your expat employees with the Japanese skills they need to lead effectively. Custom programs with full HR reporting and JLPT N2 visa compliance support.
We build the program around your industry, your team's roles, and your business objectives in Japan.
Attendance, level progression, milestone completion, and ROI metrics delivered to your L&D team every month.
Dedicated preparation track for the October 2025 Business Manager visa mandate. Structured timeline to certification.
Monthly or quarterly billing. Multiple employees on a single corporate account with centralised management.
Tell us about your goals, timeline, and current level. 15 minutes, no obligation.
A structured 50-minute session to assess your level and experience our teaching method firsthand.
We design a personalised curriculum with clear milestones, matched to a dedicated instructor.
Choose your ticket pack, set your schedule, and begin making measurable progress.
The indirect method uses English as the language of instruction to explain Japanese grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context. Unlike the "direct method" used by most Tokyo schools (where only Japanese is spoken in class), our approach gives English-speaking adults a clear, efficient framework for understanding how Japanese works — especially for complex topics like keigo, verb conjugation systems, and sentence structure. Research shows this method produces faster comprehension for adult learners who already have strong analytical skills.
Absolutely. Our Foundation level is designed specifically for professionals arriving in Tokyo with zero Japanese. Many of our most successful students started from scratch. We'll have you reading hiragana and navigating daily situations within the first month.
Lessons are conducted via Zoom or Google Meet, 50 minutes each. Your instructor shares materials on screen, uses a digital whiteboard for writing practice, and sends homework and review notes after each session. Most students find online lessons more time-efficient than commuting to a classroom — especially in Tokyo.
We offer sessions from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM JST, Monday through Saturday. Early morning and evening slots are most popular with working professionals. You can change your regular time slot with 24 hours' notice at no charge.
Yes. We offer corporate invoicing for companies that sponsor employee language training. We can issue invoices in JPY or EUR, provide monthly attendance and progress reports for your HR department, and set up multiple employees under a single corporate account. Contact us for a corporate proposal.
From zero, reaching N2 typically requires 1,000–1,200 hours of study. With two 50-minute lessons per week plus self-study, most dedicated students reach N2 in 2.5–3 years. With our Intensive plan (3–4 sessions/week), this timeline can be compressed to under 2 years. We create a realistic timeline during your assessment and track progress against it.
Book a free 15-minute consultation, or jump straight into a trial lesson. No commitment, no pressure.
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