Japanese That Works as Hard as You Do
Premium online Japanese lessons taught in English, Spanish, or French — designed for executives and expatriates in Tokyo. Structured progression. Flexible scheduling. Real results.
Built for How Executives Actually Learn
Most language schools in Tokyo were designed for students. We designed ours for people who run things.
Taught in Your Language
Our indirect method explains Japanese grammar and structure clearly in English or Spanish — whichever you're most comfortable in. No guesswork, no confusion — just efficient learning in the language you think in.
Structured Progression
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.
Your Schedule, Not Ours
Online 50-minute sessions available from 16:00 to 24:00 JST — including late evening slots at 21:00 and 22:00 for busy professionals. No commute to a classroom. Book, reschedule, and learn on your terms.
Business-Ready Content
From keigo in client meetings to writing emails in Japanese, our curriculum addresses the real communication challenges executives face daily in Tokyo offices.
Proven With Global Leaders
Born in The Hague, the Netherlands, serving diplomats, professors, and executives at global companies across Europe. Now bringing that same standard to Tokyo.
Four Levels. One Clear Path.
Every student begins with a free assessment. We place you at the right level and design your learning path around your goals.
JLPT N2 Is Now Required for Visa Renewal
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 →Transparent Pricing. No Hidden Fees.
Choose the plan that fits your pace. All lesson credits are valid for 3 months from purchase.
Change or cancel any lesson with at least 24 hours notice — no penalty.
Progress at a speed that fits your schedule and goals — no fixed curriculum.
Every lesson is designed around your objectives, industry, and current level.
From Trial to First Lesson in 48 Hours
Trial & Assessment
A structured 45-minute session to assess your level and experience our teaching method firsthand.
Your Learning Plan
We design a personalised curriculum with clear milestones, matched to a dedicated instructor.
Start Learning
Choose your session pack, set your schedule, and begin making measurable progress.
What Our Students Say
Questions We Hear Often
The indirect method uses your native language — English or Spanish — 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 adults a clear, efficient framework for understanding how Japanese works — especially for complex topics like keigo, verb conjugation systems, and sentence structure. Learning through a language you already think in produces faster comprehension and deeper retention.
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 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 16:00 to 24:00 JST, Monday through Saturday. Evening and late-night slots (including 21:00 and 22:00 starts) are popular with working professionals. You can change your regular time slot with 24 hours' notice at no charge.
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.
Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the lesson will result in the deduction of one lesson credit.
Yes, light homework helps reinforce what you learn in class. Don't worry — we keep it manageable and practical.
Textbooks are not included in the course fee. The required materials depend on the course type:
- Group Classes & Private Lessons — We use Genki I and Genki II. Students are asked to purchase the textbook(s) themselves.
- JLPT Preparation Classes — Textbooks vary depending on the student's level (N5–N2). Students will purchase the recommended materials individually.
- Travel Japanese Courses — All learning materials are provided by Sakura Japanese Workshop. No textbook purchase is required.
Details of the required textbooks will be shared after enrolment or during the initial consultation.
You may discontinue the program at any time once your purchased lesson credits have been used. Unused credits are non-refundable. In addition, any remaining credits will expire if the account has not been used for 3 consecutive months from the date of the last lesson.
