インターナショナルアカデミーIAY日本語学科【英語ページ】

北海道 Hokkaido

Our Japanese language school is located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, in the northern part of Japan. We provide Japanese language education to many people, from international students who are seriously considering higher education in Japan to foreigners living in Hokkaido who want to learn the Japanese language necessary for daily life.

What's New

Student Visa - Applications Closed for July 2026 Entrance Students

Applications for the 1 year and 9 months program (July 2026 intake) are now closed.
Applications for the 1 year and 6 months program (October 2026 intake) are scheduled to open around February 2026.

Those who wish to apply for a student visa

Applications Now Open for the 2026 Winter Intensive Course

Applications are now open for our Winter Intensive Japanese Course, running from February 16 (Mon) to March 13 (Fri), 2026.
Participants can choose a 2-week or 4-week program, designed for beginner to intermediate level learners (high school age and above).
The course features small classes and seasonal winter activities.

Learn more and apply here 👉 [Winter Course page]

Winter Course page

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Those who wish to apply for a student visa

This course is designed for students who have obtained a student visa and wish to study Japanese for 1 year and 3 months to 2 years in order to enter higher education.

This course is designed to prepare students to enter Japanese universities, graduate schools, or vocational schools. We meet students' needs for communication skills, preparation for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and essay guidance for entrance examinations. Careful explanations by professionals will further deepen your understanding and enhance your practical skills.

Those who wish to apply for a student visa

Those who wish to study Japanese other than on a student visa

This course is for those who enter Japan on a visa other than a student visa and wish to study Japanese. It is also popular with those who already live in Sapporo or its suburbs. We can also arrange private lessons to meet your own needs.

We also offer Japanese online courses and can provide a wide variety of content and location-independent lessons.

Those with “Family Visa,” “Permanent Resident,” “Spouse or Child of Japanese National,” “Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident,” or “Permanent Resident” status will receive a 20% discount from the tuition fee.

Those who wish to study Japanese other than on a student visa

About the School

School Features

We are a Japanese language school certified by the Ministry of Justice of the Japanese government and a member of the JaLSA National Association of Japanese Language Schools. It is accredited by the Sapporo Regional Immigration Bureau as an appropriate Japanese language education facility, which simplifies the application process.

Experienced instructors provide easy-to-understand classes, enabling students to acquire practical Japanese language skills. Classroom teachers provide career guidance, and many students go on to the university or vocational school of their choice. We also hold information sessions on universities and vocational schools in Hokkaido.

In addition to Japanese language courses for international students, the school offers a “Japanese language teacher training course” for Japanese students who wish to become Japanese language teachers. The school also offers a variety of non-Japanese language courses, such as English conversation, and students can interact with Japanese students who attend these courses.

The school is located in the center of Sapporo, and students can commute to school on foot or by bicycle. Nearby is Odori Park, which is surrounded by approximately 4,700 trees of 92 species, including lilacs and Japanese elms. There is a large underground walkway in the center of the city, so students do not need to worry about the weather even during the snowy season. The Odori Subway Station, which is the closest subway station to the school, is a very convenient station with all three subway lines intersecting there. After getting off the subway, you can go directly to the school without going above ground.

Greetings

We have been teaching Japanese since 1970 and have played a major role in supporting the livelihood of foreigners, which has rapidly increased along with the internationalization of Japan. In the past, we have been in charge of “Business Japanese” for university students seeking employment in Japan, commissioned by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, as well as supporting “Japanese language education for foreigners as a way of life” commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
With over 50 years of experience in language education, we hope you will realize your dreams at our school.

I myself have studied in Germany and had many hardships and failures. But meeting wonderful people gave me dreams and confidence. I love the saying, “Seeing is believing. I encourage everyone to be curious and take on new challenges.

All teachers are experienced Japanese language teaching professionals. Our teachers are interesting, fun, and very kind. We are sure that your time at our school will be a blessing in your life.

See you in Sapporo, a city with beautiful nature in all four seasons.

International Academy IAY Japanese Language School
Founder Masayuki Tsuiki

【Biography】
Graduated from Hokkaido University, Faculty of Science. Studied at the Free University of Berlin, Germany.

Official Interpreter for the Sapporo Olympic Winter Games in German
Councilor, Association for the Promotion of Japanese Language Education
Director, National Liaison Council for Japanese Language Teacher Training Courses
Director, National Association for the Promotion of Foreign Language Education (Zengaikyo)
Director, Japan Association of Language Schools (JaLSA)
Honorary Dean, Japanese Language Institute of Singapore
Visiting Professor, Inner Mongolia Normal University, China

Students' Voices

Affiliated Dormitories and Accommodations

Northstay (Furnished apartments for rent)

All apartments are furnished with furniture and appliances, and of course water, gas, and electricity are available immediately after moving in. Free internet access is available in all rooms.

Furnished apartments are often used by university personnel, professors, interns, and international students. If you have certain plans in advance, it is definitely more economical than a hotel. Monthly rental apartments, which come with furniture and appliances and free internet access, are an option that can accommodate all kinds of situations for international students.

Budget: From 70,000 yen per month (without meals)

Student House Dormy (Dormitory with meals)

Because of the short time you have here, you want to make the most of every day. That's why Dormy has everything you need to live alone in Japan.

Of the 7,251 respondents to the 2019 Japan-wide resident survey, 96.7% of all respondents said they liked the atmosphere of the dormitory. 92.3% said the facilities in their rooms were good. 90% of the respondents answered that the daily meals were delicious. 97.2% said the dorm staff were good. The overall satisfaction rate of this dormitory with meals is 94.1%.

Budget: From 47,500 yen per month (breakfast and dinner included)

For more detailed information, please visit their dedicated website.

Dedicated website

DK House (furnished share house)

A share house where you can enjoy the seasons and international exchange.

This is a share house where you can enjoy more than international exchange with friendly people from all over the world. This is the perfect and safe share house for those who seek social exchange and those who want to spend more personal time together.

89 rooms to choose from for a variety of living styles. There are 4 types of rooms to choose from. From standard rooms for one person to dormitory rooms for two people, you can choose the one that best suits your needs.

Budget: From 45,000 yen per month (without meals)

About Hokkaido and Sapporo

Hokkaido

Hokkaido boasts an appealing No. 1 ranking in the “National Ranking of Attractiveness by Prefecture”. It is a fantastic place for sightseeing, with plenty to see and activities to do no matter where you go.

In the spring of 2031, Tokyo and Sapporo are scheduled to be connected by Shinkansen bullet train, bringing them even closer together.

About Hokkaido (external link)

City of Sapporo

Japan's northernmost ordinance-designated city. The population is the fifth largest city in Japan. Its area is less than twice as large as the 23 wards of Tokyo. It is the political, economic, and cultural center of Hokkaido.

International Academy IAY Japanese Language School is located in this city, Sapporo.

About Sapporo (external link)

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Access

Direct access from Exit 10 of Odori Station on the Tozai, Nanboku, and Toho Subway Lines.
Paid parking is available nearby. There is no parking lot affiliated with the school.

Inquiry

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インターナショナルアカデミー自己評価報告書(PDF)

課程修了者の日本語能力習得状況等(PDF)

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