Kanrin Japanese Language School

Kanrin Japanese Language School is a Japanese language institute in Aobadai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama, established in 1987 and recognised by the Association for the Promotion of Japanese Language Education. The campus sits a short walk from the west exit of Aobadai station, roughly 25 minutes by train from central Tokyo and 40 minutes from downtown Yokohama. Teaching occupies the second, third and fourth floors of the building, with seventeen classrooms and a self-study library, while the ground floor holds the office, reception and teachers' room. Classes draw international students from more than thirty countries.

Courses follow the direct method and concentrate on reading, writing, listening and speaking. The Basic Course builds foundational Japanese for learners aiming at university, college or employment in Japan. The University Preparatory Course prepares students for undergraduate admission and the examinations required for higher education. The Conversation and Job Hunting Course develops practical spoken Japanese through intensive classroom practice, supporting learners preparing for work. Six graded levels run from Introductory I to Advanced II, and preparation for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test and the General Examination for Foreign Students is included at the upper levels.

Beyond lessons, the school organises speech contests, field trips and cultural activities, and provides dormitory accommodation nearby. Its green, peaceful neighbourhood offers shops, banks and transport within easy reach, making the campus a practical base for long-term study.