I Tried Japanese Language School for a Day in Tokyo

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The creator spends a day at ISI Language School in Tokyo, experiencing full immersion Japanese classes, meeting students, and reflecting on the benefits of formal language study in Japan.

2 places · 1 experience

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Go!Go! Nihon
Educational consultant · Shinjuku City
4.9Closed · opens Monday 10 AM
Go! Go! Nihon - Live & Study in Japan, Shinjuku Mate Shinjuku Building 6th Floor 2 Chome-4-6 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
- Go!Go! Nihon's free school aggregation and support — Go!Go! Nihon is a fantastic free service that helps you choose the perfect language school in Japan, assists with visa documents, and even sorts out accommodation. They are supported by the language schools themselves, allowing them to focus on encouraging people to study in Japan. Students mentioned they helped with setting up SIM cards and bank accounts upon arrival.
Experience · 1 place
Experience a full immersion Japanese language class
I jumped into a beginner's class at ISI Language School, where the teachers only speak Japanese, even in the early stages. This full immersion method is designed to accelerate proficiency, especially for those hoping to work in Japan. It's a great way to get used to hearing and speaking Japanese constantly. I even tried a 'jikoshoukai' (self-introduction) and participated in role-play exercises, though I did forget to say my name and misread a section! It's a fun, multicultural environment with about 15 students per class from all over the world.
- Writing practice — I tried some writing practice in a beginner class and found myself struggling, realizing how much I rely on my phone for writing these days. It's a good reminder that consistent practice is crucial to remember the 2,200 kanji characters needed for everyday life in Japan.
- Meeting international students — One of the biggest benefits of attending a language school is meeting people from all over the world. The classes are multicultural, and students often form friendships that last beyond their studies, making it a social as well as an academic experience.
- Commit to homework and studies — Students emphasized that you really need to keep on the ball with your studies and homework. If you fall behind, even for a couple of days, it can make you struggle significantly in class due to the fast pace of full immersion.
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ISI Language School, Tokyo
Language school · Shinjuku City
4.2 (202)Closed · opens Monday 8:30 AM
2 Chome Takadanobaba
ISI Language School Tokyo-Takadanobaba Campus, 2 Chome-14-19 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0075, Japan
School library with manga and Japanese books — The school has a library with a cool selection of books, including popular manga like 'Detective Conan' and even 'Harry Potter' in Japanese ('Harī Potta'). Reading manga is a great way to learn Japanese, and it's a valuable resource for students.