Japanese & Study in Japan
Another language,
another world.
From your first Japanese lesson to admission to a Japanese university or graduate school. Shirokuma Gijuku builds a plan around each student and supports your dream of studying in Japan.
Shirokuma is here to helpJapanese, study abroad & admission
2016
Founded in Haining, Zhejiang, China
N1
Every teacher holds JLPT N1, the highest level
2campuses
In China and Osaka — before you leave and after you arrive
About
About us
Guided by the principles of “teaching and nurturing” and “revere heaven, love people”, we care about students’ inner growth as much as their knowledge.
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Philosophy
We tailor our teaching to each student, help them reach their very best, and hope they grow into people who care about the wider world.
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Teachers
Our teachers graduated from leading universities in Japan and China such as Osaka University, Waseda University and Zhejiang University, and all hold JLPT N1.
03
Our story
Starting in Haining, we expanded to East China and to Tokyo and Osaka, helping hundreds of students realise their dream of studying abroad.
Courses
Courses
Consistent guidance from beginner to advanced Japanese, all the way to Japanese universities and graduate schools.
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Open enrolment
Japanese language course
From the basics to conversation, writing, business Japanese and test preparation.
- Beginner, intermediate and advanced Japanese
- Conversation, writing and business Japanese
- Preparation for Japanese language tests
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EJU & graduate school
University admission course
Exam preparation and application documents for Japanese universities and graduate schools.
- EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission)Japanese, writing, mathematics, Japan and the World, science
- JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test)
- Undergraduate / graduate entrance examsWritten exams, essays, interviews
- Statements of purpose and research proposals
Study in Japan
Choosing to study in Japan
With rich educational resources, Japan is a popular destination for international students. There are many paths — language schools, universities, graduate schools, research student programmes and vocational schools — each with different requirements. We respect each student’s individuality and offer a plan and exam preparation that fit you.
Schedule
Course schedule
Scheduled courses timed to exam dates, plus courses you can start at any time.
- Open enrolment｜Research student / graduate school entrance exams
- Open enrolment｜Japanese language course
Events
More than lessons.
Cherry-blossom viewing, summer festivals, anime screenings, year-end parties, trips to Japan and cultural experiences — activities that let you learn a culture first-hand.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What courses do you offer?
We offer a Japanese language course (beginner to advanced, conversation, writing, business Japanese and test preparation) and an admission course for Japanese universities and graduate schools (EJU, JLPT, undergraduate and graduate entrance exams, statements of purpose and research proposals).
Can I join if I have never studied Japanese?
Yes. We teach consistently from beginner to advanced level and all the way to university and graduate school admission, and we will suggest a plan based on your current level.
Do you help with graduate school admission?
Yes. We prepare students for each graduate school’s own exam — written exams, essays and interviews — and help with research proposals. Research student / graduate school exam preparation accepts students at any time.
Where are classes held?
We have a head school in Haining, Zhejiang, China, and a campus in Osaka, Japan. Get in touch to ask about class formats.
Contact
Let’s talk first.
Not sure about your Japanese level or which school to aim for? That’s exactly what a free consultation is for. You’re also welcome to sit in on a class.