# Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture

> Japanese language school in Chiyoda, Tokyo, established on December 1, 1988. Offers intensive courses, JLPT preparation, student visa application support, and Japanese culture programs in a multinational learning environment.

- LLM reference files spot-checked against selected official pages on 2026-10-05. This review date does not extend the validity of fees, events, or student statistics; follow the dates and conditions stated by each source.
- Fee sources: use each course's official page for tuition and additional charges; use the airport pickup page for arrival dates and pickup fees. Confirm the applicable enrollment term before quoting a price. See /llms-full.txt for source and date notes.
- Student statistics: the FAQ states 200 students per term but gives no term or census date. The FAQ describes 35–40 countries per month; the Student Nationalities page describes 30–40, and neither states its observation period. These are general published descriptions, not current counts. Use the dated monthly nationality tables for a specific month.

- Base URL: https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com
- Contact: https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/inquiry.php
- Blog: https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/blog/
- Sitemap: https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/sitemap.xml

## About Kudan Institute

- [Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture — Home](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/): Study Japanese in Tokyo at Kudan Institute. We offer intensive courses, JLPT prep, student visa support & homestay. Multinational environment with Manga & Sushi culture courses.
- [About the School](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/school.php): For high schools, universities, Japanese language schools or business companies
- [Principal's Message](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/principal.php): We take care of developing your Japanese!
- [Teaching Staff](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/staff.php): We take care of developing your Japanese!
- [Company Overview](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/company.php): Official company details and foundation date: December 1, 1988.
- [About Us](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/about_us.php): Kudan Institute's philosophy, school features, and commitment to Japanese language education.
- [Access & Map](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/map.php): Find access and map information for Kudan Institute. Conveniently located in central Tokyo, just a 4-minute walk from Suidobashi Station and close to Jimbocho and Kudanshita. Enjoy easy access to Akihabara and Shinjuku, surrounded by a vibrant student neighborhood near Tokyo Dome.

## Courses

- [Intensive Japanese Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/intensive.php): Join our Intensive Japanese Course in Tokyo. Comprehensive training in speaking, listening, reading, and writing for university prep, job hunting, or daily life. Student visa support and flexible short-term options available.
- [Conversation Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/conversation.php): Master Japanese conversation in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo! Flexible schedule starting every Monday (from 2 weeks). Covers daily and business situations. Homestay & guesthouse options available. Perfect for short-term study combined with sightseeing or working holiday.
- [Private Lessons](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/private.php): Customized private Japanese lessons in Tokyo. Study at your own pace with professional teachers. Perfect for business Japanese, JLPT prep, or daily conversation. In-person and online options available.
- [Online Private Lessons](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/online-private.php): Master Japanese with flexible online private lessons at Kudan Institute. From beginners to JLPT N1 preparation, our expert teachers customize courses to suit your needs. Book today and start speaking confidently!
- [Online Group Lessons](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/onlinelesson.php): The Kudan Institute now provides online classes via the videoconferencing app Zoom. You can practice conversing in Japanese with classmates from various countries, ask teachers questions, and study Japanese at home as if you were in a real-life classroom.
- [JLPT Preparation Course (N1/N2/N3)](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/jlpt.php): Take our Online JLPT Prep Course from anywhere! Specialized curriculum for passing N1, N2, and N3. Master grammar and vocabulary in a short time. Small group classes balance test prep and real communication skills.
- [Manga Japanese Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/manga_course.php): Study Japanese and professional manga drawing in Tokyo! 1-3 month courses for all levels near Akihabara. Create your own characters with pro artists.
- [Sushi Making & Japanese Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/sushi_course.php): Master authentic sushi techniques from "Ginza Onodera" chefs! A unique 1-month program in Tokyo combining intensive Japanese lessons with professional sushi training.
- [Tea Ceremony & Japanese Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/teaceremony.php): Immerse yourself in real Japanese culture with our short-term Tea Ceremony Course in Tokyo. Learn the traditional art of Bonryaku Temae and cultural etiquette alongside your Japanese lessons. Perfect for beginners looking for a hands-on cultural experience in Japan.
- [Kintsugi & Japanese Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/kintsugi_course.php): This course is a special program that allows students to learn Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing ceramics, while studying Japanese in a multicultural environment at Kudan Institute of Japanese Language & Culture.
- [Online Business Japanese](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/online-business-japanese.php): Master business Japanese online with Kudan Japanese Language School. Learn formal communication, workplace culture, and job interview skills through live, small-class lessons taught by expert instructors. Enhance your career today!
- [Kanji Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/kanji.php): Focused kanji study course covering stroke order, readings, and practical usage for JLPT and daily life.
- [Hiragana & Katakana Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/hiraganakatakana.php): Master Hiragana and Katakana in just 4 weeks! Our Practical Japanese Course for beginners in Tokyo focuses on reading, writing, and essential daily phrases to kickstart your life in Japan.

## Tuition & Fees

- [Course Fees](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/cource_fee.php): Kudan Japanese course Tuition Fees and Automatic fee calculation.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/faq.php): Answers about courses, admission, visa applications and accommodation. Student numbers are general reference figures with no specified reporting term.

## Student Visa & Application

- [Student Visa Information](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/visa.php): Learn about the visa requirements and application flow for studying at Kudan Institute in Tokyo. Find essential information on short-term visas, visa exemption countries, and long-term student visas for learning Japanese in Japan.
- [Inquiry & Application](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/inquiry.php): Contact us
- [Application Forms & Downloads](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/download.php): You can Kudan

## Accommodation

- [Accommodation Options](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/accommodation.php): Overview of accommodation options for students: school dormitory, homestay, shared house, and guest house near Kudanshita.
- [Airport Pickup Service](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/airportpickup.php#pickup-option): Official source for eligible arrival dates, pickup fees and conditions. From the January 2027 term: Haneda JPY 30,000; Narita JPY 40,000. Service is available only on the listed dates.

## Life in Tokyo & Activities

- [School Activities](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/activity.php): Cultural activities, field trips and opportunities to meet students and local residents.
- [Holiday Programs](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/holiday.php): Summer Japanese and culture program information. Applications for the listed 2026 summer courses are closed; confirm future dates and prices on the course page.
- [Daily Life in Tokyo](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/dailylife-japanese.php): Helps participants focus on learning about situations encountered in daily life.Enables participants to use Japanese in their daily life in Japan.

## Career & Further Study

- [Job Preparation Course](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/job_preparation.php): Master business Japanese and job hunting skills with Kudan
- [Getting a Job in Japan](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/getting_job.php): we at Kudan offer various support that can help you achieve your goal.
- [Pathway to Japanese Universities](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/next_stage_of_education.php): Discover your path to success in Japan with Kudan Japanese School! From anime and games to pâtissier training or business studies, we guide you toward graduate schools, universities, or vocational colleges. Achieve your dreams with personalized support and expert advice.

## Student Stories

- [Student Nationalities & Voices](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/student.php): The school describes an average of 30–40 countries per month and more than 87 countries over the past 10 years; the observation period and historical baseline dates are not specified.
- [2026 Monthly Nationality Tables](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/nationality/): Nationality percentages by month for 2026. Use only months with populated data; missing cells are not zero.
- [Alumni Stories](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/en/obog.php): Issuance of Certificates

## Blog & News

- [Kudan Institute Blog](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/blog/): News, Japanese learning tips, student stories, cultural insights, and school updates from Kudan Institute.

## Optional

- [日本語トップページ](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/jp/): 九段日本語学院 — 東京・九段下の日本語学校。短期・長期コース、学生ビザ対応。
- [繁體中文頁面](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/ch/): 九段日本語學院 — 東京日語學校
- [简体中文页面](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/cn/): 九段日本語学院 — 东京日语学校
- [한국어 페이지](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/kr/): 구단 일본어학원 — 도쿄 일본어학교
- [Página en Español](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/es/): Instituto Kudan de Japonés — Escuela de japonés en Tokio
- [Page en Français](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/fr/): Institut Kudan — École de japonais à Tokyo
- [Página em Português](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/pt/): Instituto Kudan de Japonês — Escola de japonês em Tóquio
- [Страница на русском](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/ru/): Институт Кудан — Японский языковой центр в Токио
- [หน้าภาษาไทย](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/th/): สถาบันคูดัน — โรงเรียนสอนภาษาญี่ปุ่นในโตเกียว
- [Türkçe Sayfa](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/tr/): Kudan Enstitüsü — Tokyo'da Japonca dil okulu
- [Halaman Bahasa Indonesia](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/id/): Institut Kudan — Sekolah bahasa Jepang di Tokyo
- [الصفحة العربية](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/ar/): معهد كودان — مدرسة اللغة اليابانية في طوكيو
- [Монгол хэлний хуудас](https://www.kudan-japanese-school.com/mn/): Кудан хүрээлэн — Токиогийн Японы хэлний сургууль