Study in Japan with Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin

Start by applying to Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin using the Application Form below and you will be on your way to study in Japan.

The Application Form is separated into several steps, the number of steps required will change dynamically depending on your chosen course.

You can SAVE the form at any time using the Save and Continue Later link at the bottom of the page. Your progress will be saved and you will be sent a URL link by email which you can use when you are ready to resume.
Course Information
Which course would you like to attend?*
Do you require a Student Visa?*
Year*
Year*
Session*
Period of study*
Period of study*
Are you applying to the courses made in collaboration with "Università Ca'Foscari di Venezia”？*
JLPT Session*
When would you like to start?*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Course Level*
Where did you first hear about Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin?*

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Personal Information
Name*
First Last
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Date of Birth*
YYYY slash MM slash DD
Gender*
Marital Status*
Nationality*
Same as written on your passport
Nationality*
Same as written on your passport
Occupation*
Phone Number (Home Country)*
Permanent Address (Home Country)*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Where do/will you live in Japan*
Address in Japan*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone Number in Japan

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Company Information
Contact Name*
First Last
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Company Name*
Company Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Company Phone*
Website

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Emergency Contact and Guarantor
Name (Emergency Contact)*
First Last
Email (Emergency Contact)
Enter Email Confirm Email
Relation to applicant*
Phone Number (Emergency Contact)*
Address (Emergency Contact)*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Guarantor - for those who are 17 years old or younger
Are you 18 years old or older?*
- Yes
- No
Who is your guarantor*
- Same as the emergency contact
- Different than the emergency contact
Guarantor's Name*
First Last
Relation to applicant*
Phone Number (Guarantor)*
Address (Guarantor)*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

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Past Japanese Study Experience
Have you ever studied Japanese before?*
- Yes
- No
Select "Yes" if you have more than 50 hours of experience studying Japanese in a school or by yourself.
Japanese study detail*
Click on the button to add an entry.
Study type Institution Name Institution Location Start Date End Date
Have you passed any level of the JLPT?*
What is the highest level you passed?*
- N5
- N4
- N3
- N2
- N1
When did you pass it?*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Other test details*
Test name, level etc

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Educational Background
Please provide the list of schools that you have attended. If you do not remember the exact day, please use 01 for the day.
Educational background*
Click on the button to add an entry.
Please specify type of institution if you choose "Other" under School Type.
School Type "Other" School Type School Name City/Country Start Date Graduation Date

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Family in Japan
Do you have any family members living in Japan?*
- Yes
- No
Details of the your family member(s) in Japan*
Click on the button to add an entry.
Name Relationship Date of Birth Nationality Will you live together? Place of employment/school Residence Card number

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Reason for Studying Japanese
This isn't an essay, but it is a formality that the Japanese Immigration Bureau requires. Write at least 150 words in English or 300 characters in Japanese where you explain why you wish to study Japanese in Japan, if you have any previous experience studying Japanese, please mention that. Also include your future plans after graduating Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin. Pro Tip: Focus more on things like education, international relations, work etc and less on anime, manga & games.
Details*
Plans after graduation from Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin*
- Return to home country
- Enter school of higher education in Japan
- Find work in Japan

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Work History
What is your current occupation?*
Occupation*
Company name*
Position title*
Start Date*
YYYY slash MM slash DD
Company phone number*
Company address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Past Work Experience
Have you had any full-time or part-time jobs in the past?*
- Yes
- No
Work History*
Click on the button to add an entry.
Location Format: City/Country.
Company Name Position Title Location Start Date End Date

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Financial Support
Who will finance your stay in Japan?*
Details
Select yourself if you have a stable income since 2 years back or more and if you're able to provide a bank statement with enough funds to pay your school tuition and living expenses in Japan. Otherwise you will have to use a financial supporter.
We do not recommend using a financial supporter in Japan as the immigration office is much more strict in such case. Though, if you would still like to indicate someone in Japan for this role, please send by e-mail the following documents as well: 1. 身分証明書 2. 在職証明書 3. 収入証明書（過去3年分）源泉徴収票など 4. 銀行残高証明書 5. 銀行預金通帳の写し（過去3年分） 6. 世帯全員の記載のある住民票の写し 7. 住民税の課税（又は非課税）証明書及び納税証明書（１年間の総所得及び納税状況が記載されたもの）（過去3年分）
Financial Supporter Name*
First Last
Financial Supporter's relation to you?*
we strongly recommend limiting this role to a close family member
Supporter's home address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Supporter's phone number*
Reason for support*
Supporter's employment information
Occupation*
Position title*
Company Name*
Company Phone Number*
Company Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Financial Information
Annual income*
Currency*
Bank Balance*
You will be requested to upload a bank statement showing the amount above. Balance required: 1,200,000 JPY for 6 months; 2,000,000 JPY for 1 year course.
Currency*
Monthly Support
Method of Support*
- International money transfer
- Carrying cash from outside Japan
Name of the individual carrying cash*
Date and time of carrying cash*
Monthly support/self-support amount (in Japanese yen)*
The recommended amount is 80,000 JPY or more.

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Required Documents
Photo
A picture of yourself on a white background, similar to one taken for a passport or ID.
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
Photo
Drop files here

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Passport
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
For Student Visa Applicants: If you have been to Japan before, please upload a copy of the visa stamp pages.
Picture page
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Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Past Japan Immigration Stamps Pages
Drop files here

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Japan Residence Card
If you have a Japanese Residence Card, please upload scans of the front and back of your card.
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
Japanese Residence Card
Drop files here

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Education Certificates
Please upload Graduation certificates you may have. You may upload a Certificate of Attendance if you are currently attending a school.
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
Graduation Certificates
Drop files here

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Latest Official Transcripts
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Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Document that proves the relationship between you and your financial supporter.
If the financial supporter is different from yourself, we will need a proof of your relation: “birth certificates”, “wedding contracts” and similar are all valid documents.
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
Proof of Relationship*
Drop files here

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Financials
The following formats are accepted: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF
Employment Certificate
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Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Tax Returns
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Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.
Bank Account Statement
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Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, tiff, pdf, Max. file size: 512 MB.

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Additional Comments
You can include any additional information, notes or questions you may have.
The data collected will be used for the sole purpose of the school admission process, Student Visa request process and/or Accommodation request. Please read the details of our Privacy Policy.
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- I have read and agree with the Privacy Policy
Future Contact*
- You may also contact me with discounts, special offers, events and other promotions
- I don't need discounts, You may ONLY contact me in regards to my application
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- By checking this box and providing your signature below, you declare that all the information you have provided is true and correct!
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※Applicants who need to apply for a student visa: the next available session is July 2023.

※Applicants who wish to transfer from another school: the next available session is April 2023. (The transfer procedure needs to be complete by March 23rd, 2023)

※Applicants who wish to change their visa status to "Student Visa" (excluding foreigners in possess of "short-term permit" or "designated activities" visa): the next available session is April 2023. (Please inquire at your local Immigration Bureau if you are allowed to change your visa status to "Student")

Study in Japan with Shibuya Gaigo Gakuin

Course Information

Personal Information

Company Information

Emergency Contact and Guarantor

Guarantor - for those who are 17 years old or younger

Past Japanese Study Experience

Educational Background

Past (or current) entry into / departure from Japan

Family in Japan

Reason for Studying Japanese

Work History

Past Work Experience

Financial Support

Supporter's employment information

Financial Information

Monthly Support

Required Documents

Photo

Passport

Japan Residence Card

Education Certificates

Document that proves the relationship between you and your financial supporter.

Financials

Student Voice

Courses

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Study type	Institution Name	Institution Location	Start Date	End Date

School Type	"Other" School Type	School Name	City/Country	Start Date	Graduation Date

Entry Date	Departure Date	Purpose of Visit

Name	Relationship	Date of Birth	Nationality	Will you live together?	Place of employment/school	Residence Card number