Local Life Japan Japanese language and culture learning

Japan

Live the Language. Are you tired of textbook learning and tourist-style schools? Here, Japanese becomes part of your daily life. Learn real-life Japanese in small classes – with support that goes beyond the classroom. Join 4 weekly activities – from tea ceremony to seasonal events – guided by local experts.

More than a class. a new way of living in Japan.

Japanese + Culture + Homestay

Discover the Real Japan. Start on Any Monday with a flexible weekly program. No previous Japanese knowledge required, we have Beginner - Intermediate level programmes.

What you will experience: 15 Japanese lessons per week and 12hours of local-led cultural activities per week, including several social events with locals. You will stay in a homestay with a Japanese family and enjoy home-cooked breakfast and dinner.

Teen programme

Make friends, make memories, and make Japan your summer or winter with

In summer : Learn real Japanese, live with a welcoming Japanese host family, and dive into summer adventures - from fireworks and festivals to sushi-making, beaches, and local traditions.

In winter: Learn real Japanese, live with a warm Japanese host family, and experience mochi-making, shrines, winter festivals and more.

What you will experience: Daily Japanese class + hands-on activity. Homestay with a local family with home-cooked breakfast and dinner. And off course local interaction opportunities. We have of course a local student care team.

Golden Start code JP-001

With the Golden Start key you can opt for applying directly with the school, however, the school may refer you back to us for helping you with the formalities.

Experience the Real Japanese Life with Local Families

At Local Life Japan, we offer more than just a place to stay — our homestay program gives you real connections, real language practice, and real Japanese cultural experiences.

Unlike a hotel stay or a short tourist visit, homestay lets you become part of a real community.

You’ll practice your Japanese naturally every day—at the dinner table, shopping together, joining family activities—making your language learning faster, deeper, and more meaningful.

What’s included: A Private room with a carefully selected host family and of course home-cooked breakfast and dinner. Cultural exchange and daily conversation opportunities, we will match you based on your hobbies, food needs, and preference. Of course we offer a 24/7 emergency support hotline.

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