Japan

Study in Japan

Japan is the third largest economy of the world, glory of discoveries of cutting-edge technology with diverse landscape, loaded nature and beautiful seasons. It is an island nation of East Asia; its democracy is stable compared to other world economies. It consists of approx 120 million people with half per capita of G7 citizens. Japan universities have world class research facilities. It has hub of cultural powerhouse that introduces exported technology culture and more around the world. With the globalization scheme, Japanese government encourages to accept more foreign students for higher education in Japan. The tuition and living expenses are considerably more affordable than other countries. Foreign students not only can learn Japanese language but also can learn about the culture, tradition and high technology of Japan. The encouraging academic environment, top notch infrastructure, and top-quality education and institutions captivate students from worldwide.

Here are some points to show how Japan is suitable for study:

• Study in Japan will prepare you for a future career in global business.
• Japanese language study can build a strong foundation for graduate work in a range of fields.
• You will have the opportunity to study away or work in Japan.
• Studying in the Japan helped students not only to improve Japanese skills but also to become more of a global citizen.
• The Japanese curriculum is closely integrated with the study of Asia.
• Tuition fees at Japanese universities are significantly less than many other countries.
• Japanese expertise in engineering, design and technology is well known. Japan is a global leader in several niche fields from engineering, robotics and life science to astronautics and oceanography.
• Rich culture with Mix of tradition and cutting edge technology; old and new; East and West; natural and artificial (animation).

Information on Japanese Education

Japan is an Island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the North to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south

• Capital: Tokyo
• National language: Japanese
• Ethnic: 98.5% Japanese
• Area: 377,944 square Kilometers

Per capita: $37,135 (2013)

Academic Qualification Requirement

Basically: – +2, Bachelor and Masters can apply to study in Japan. All of the students are given the admission to study Japanese language course first.

 Japanese Language Proficiency Test-JLPT

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test , or JLPT, is an internationally known standardized test to assess and confirm Japanese language proficiency for non-native speakers. The JLPT in Japan is managed and supervised by the Ministry of Education through the Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (JEES). Abroad, the Japan Foundation co-proctors test administration with local cultural exchange and educational institutions, or with committees particularly set up for this purpose. Anyone can sit for the JLPT. There is no age limit for this test.

The JLPT encompasses five levels wherein N1 is the highest level while N5 is the lowest level. The levels are-

• Level N1:Refers to the ability to comprehend Japanese language used in a diversity of conditions
• Level N2: Indicates the competency to comprehend the Japanese used in the daily circumstances, and other conditions
• Level N3:Indicates the competency to comprehend the Japanese used in the daily circumstances to a particular level
• Level N4:Indicates the ability to comprehend the basic Japanese
• Level N5:Indicates the competency to comprehend some rudimentary Japanese

Duration of language course in Japanese schools

• April intake-2 years of course
• July intake- 1 year and 9 months course
• October intake-1 year and 6 months course
• January intake- 1 year and 3 months of course

(Schools in Japan remain close on every Saturday and Sunday. Each school day is four hours of study or 20 hours of schooling every week is compulsory.)

The above information is of the Japanese language class conducted in Japanese schools. After, the completion of this level, students are eligible for admission in University/College and in Vocational Schools, as well. Vocational education is expected to be quite useful for students willing to acquire skill-based and practical education that will be helpful upon the return to Nepal.

Preprimary and High School Education system in Japan

• Elementary school- 6 years
• Lower secondary school-3 years
• Upper secondary school-3 years

Categories of Japanese Colleges and Universities

• College of technology
• Professional training college
• Junior colleges
• Universities
• Graduates schools

(Note: These are the five types of higher educational institutions where international students can be admitted after finishing the Japanese language course at language school).

After finishing the language course:
Two options

• Admission to the university or college for upper level
• (Like: you have completed your +2 in management in Nepal, you can study bachelor degree in management in Japan).
• Admission to the vocational school ,You can study any technical course(Like: HM, Travel and Tourism Management, Business management, Applied accounting, Automobile engineering, Translation course, Social work or any you desire).

The most significant if you have passed bachelor degree in Nepal

• You are eligible to apply the work permit after finishing your language course. It is non-background. You are accepted in any professions. If you are +2 from Nepal
• You study professional course after finishing your language course and you are asked to find the job offer related to your professional course for the work permit. Therefore, bachelor and masters passed are highly benefited in Japan.
• Finishing your language course and vocational school or University You have the right to apply for work permit in Japan but it is not guaranteed that you will get the work permit. It depends on your daily activities, attitude, working status and education.

Daily class Hours

Students must attend the class, basically, 4 hours daily, 90% minimum yearly.

Weekly class hours

Total 20 hours per week class

Holiday and vacation

Generally Saturday and Sunday is off. There is vacation, yearly in every six months, at that time students are allowed to work full time.

Part time job allowed

Part Time Jobs are one of the Financial Aids that students can get. It is a form of employment wherein, the students can work on Part Time basis or for few hours. The working hours are 24 to 28 hours per week . Each region has different kinds and opportunities for Part Time Jobs that are available to the students. Students can work on Part Time basis in order to support their education and other financial needs. As a matter of fact, many colleges and universities provide internships to the students as a part of their program. Thus, students can also earn through internships and continue with their studies very easily.

 Tips for Students

• Students can search for Part Time employment opportunities in their college premises itself.
• Options such as working in the cafeteria, library, supporting the administrative department are available to students.
• Moreover, one can also look for jobs nearby colleges or residence to save the time to travel.
• Students can discuss with their peers who are already working, and can join the same place.
• Part Time employment is one of the best options available to the students, as it provides with a lot of experience and financial support.
• Few options that students can avail outside their college premises are, working in an amusement park, grocery store, mall, showrooms, restaurants, fuel pumps, or even work from home, etc.
• There are ample amount of opportunities that students can easily avail.

Total investment in initial Phase

• It is determined as per the installment plan of each school. Generally 945,000.00 JPY covers 1 year’s school fee and 6 months school fee. But it may be various.
• Ticket Normally 32,000.00 NRs. to 55,000.00 NRs. for one way. Student can take one way ticket only.
• Traveler’s amount
• Normally you need to carry 80,000.00 JPY to 150,000.00 JPY in your pocket while flying.

Monthly Living Expenses

Depend up on the locations but generally 25, 000, 00 JPY to 45,000.00 JPY covers all the expenses per month for a student.

Per hour payment rate

• In Fukuoka it is 640.00 JPY/hour
• In Tokyo it is 1,200.00JPY/hour (Payment figures are likely to differ slightly depending on the nature of work.)

Future Prospects

The education achieved in Japan is recognized and valid worldwide. Students can look for prestigious job in Japan. There is no disparity of color, cast, nationalities, ethnicity and any. Society is crime free and they give high honor to the working culture and hardworking people. Health facilities are of world class standard. All Nepalese students can use the facilities. You will feel proud to have the opportunities to study in Japan

Facilities

Foreign students are highly appreciated and are encouraged to study and settle there in Japan. There is no disparity in the wages and facilities between foreigners and natives. Students can registered in insurance and enjoy the facilities.

Challenges

Japanese language is the official and widely followed means of communication. Japanese are especially proud of theirs’ language and culture, and want the foreigners to communicate in Japanese language. As such, strong command on Japanese language is one of the most surest and reliable means to achieve success in Japan. So, the first and foremost challenge is to own a command on Japanese language. Besides, the alien culture and strict working culture might make you bored and frustrated. As we are born in a society where business culture and right timing is not valid up to the standard. So you need to have the proficiency in language. The culture is also completely new for us. Frequently you will experience the earthquake but since there is frequent earthquake, they have managed every way out to cope up it. You need not have to be worried.

Opportunities

Many Nepalese students upon the successful completion of language courses and classes have been awarded with permanent residence (PR) and are living a prosperous and secure life, equivalent to native Japanese. There are lots of opportunities but you need to have patience, devotion, education. You can easily settle in Japan, should you follow every system in Japan and struggle tirelessly in life.

Essential Documents

Applicant

• Mark sheets and passing certificates of all the educational backgrounds.
• Japanese Language Certificate at least of 6 months (250 hours).
• Work experience letters (if applicable).
• Recommendation Letter from present campus.
• Latest Academic Transcript and Character Certificate.
• Photocopy of original citizenship certificate and its English translation
• Gap certificate if the student has some gap in academic history
• Original Passport
• Certificate of Medical Report (physically &mentally fit)
• Certificate of good conduct confirming non-involvement in any criminal activities from the district police headquarters (Police report)
• 12 copies of passport size photographs

Sponsor

• Certificate of relationship verification of the applicant with the sponsor ( Father, mother)
• Certificate of property valuation.
• Certificate of tax clearance, income source and Annual income of sponsor for 3 years.
• Certificate of Bank balance with minimum six month’s transaction.
• Occupation letter if your sponsor is employed
• Company registration certificate if your sponsor runs company by himself
• Other supported documents to prove how the income generated
• Sponsor letter
• Birth Certificate (Birth certificate photo must be within 3 months)
• Verification of business and income letter
• Recommendation letter

Our Services for Japan

• Japanese Language class for any purpose
• Course and university selection : Short listing appropriate institutions as per students profile
• Application submission
• Offer acceptance
• Visa counseling
• Tuition fee payment
• Pre Departure Orientation
• Student Visa application process
• Cultural exchange program
• Assisting students to put together powerful SOP’s & essays* and final editing