Japanese Courses

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What is the maximum period to study at Asahi?
Students may stay for as long as they desire, however tourist visas usually only last 90 days.
Our course system consists of five levels. For advanced students, starting at a higher level,
their period of stay will usually be shorter, depending on their entry level. An option for students
with higher Japanese language skills is to take private lessons with us.

Do you offer additional activities?
Besides the courses we regularly offer activities such as?excursions and parties.
For a small fee you can take part in our cultural activities and excursions
(e.g. origami, traditional theatre, temple and shrine visits, calligraphy, tea ceremony,
karaoke and many more). For the adventurous and those who enjoy the ocean the school
also offers Marine sports activities.

During the course will I have learn enough to take part in language proficiency tests?
At the end of your language course you will receive a certificate, which shows your participation.
Every year in December you can take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
in your home country. Application period is between July and September.
Also, you can take part in the J-Test every two months. (See: www.jtest.org).

How can I find my course level if I have already studied Japanese?
For your self-evaluation you can find a level overview on our website.
At the beginning of your course there will be an orientation with a level check to assure you
receive the most suitable language education.

At what time do the courses take place?
Monday to Friday
Standard Course: 09:15 - 12:30 or 12:45 - 16:00
Intensive Course: 09:00? -12:15 and 13:00? 14:30 or 14:45 - 16:15

Private lessons: upon consultation

Yes.

Accommodation

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What types of accommodation do you offer?
You can choose either host family (homestay) or flatshare accommodation.
Please see our accommodation page for more information. Furthermore you can find
booking services for accommodation, from cheap hostels up to luxury hotels on our link site.

Can I book accommodation longer than the language course?
Usually the duration of the accommodation staying with a host family or room sharing
should match with your course time. However, upon request your accommodation can be extended,
either before or after your course. Maximum extension time is four weeks.

How can I get from my accommodation to the school?
From our room share apartments the school is within walking distance. From our host families
you can reach the school by public transport in 20-60minutes.

Application

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How do I apply?
Choose the right course for you and get an unbinding estimate by filling in the contact form.
Let us know any special requests or inquiries in the "comment" box.
A complete overview of the application process can be found here.

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Do I need a visa?
Citizens of the EU and many other countries do not need to apply for a visa if they stay
less than three months in Japan. You will get a tourist visa when you arrive at the airport.
Such a visa can be extended up to three months. (Current list). The current visa regulations
and for periods longer than three months can be found here.

Are there courses recognized for German educational leave?
Yes. There is a three-week intensive course (30 lessons per week), which is recognized
for German educational leave by the German states of Hessen, Hamburg and Berlin.

Our school is an accredited organizer of educational activities according to the law of "Bildungsurlaub
(German educational leave)" of Berlin, Hamburg and Hessen. For enquiries, please use our contact form.

Fukuoka
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How can I get to Fukuoka?
Fukuoka has an international airport. The most common flight connections from Europe
go to Tokyo, Osaka, Taipei, Hong Kong or Seoul, where you have to board a connecting
flight to Fukuoka. Online booking services can be accessed via our link site.
Alternatively consult your nearest travel agency.

Is Fukuoka expensive?
Japan is generally considered to be an expensive country. However, Fukuoka compared with
Tokyo is significantly cheaper. The cost of living in Fukuoka is comparable with those of
most Western European countries. There is a great ? 100 shop in Fukuoka
where you can buy notebooks, pens, fun Japanese presents, snacks and all sorts of goods!.
For your Homestay or Room share accommodation costs please see our prices page.

Price examples:

Driving in Japan

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To drive a car in Japan you need either a　Japanese driving license or international driving license.
However, German, Swiss and French driving license holders may drive by having a Japanese translation
of their own license. The translation has to be made by embassy, consulates in Japan or the Japan
Automobile Federation (JAF). You can drive one year from your entry in Japan with your
original driving license together with the translation.? In case you leave Japan once in this year and your re-entry is in more then after 3 months, you may drive one year from the re-entry date.
The translation remains unlimited valid as long as the information in your license has not been changed.