LTL Language School || Learn Japanese in Japan

As a 31-year-old, I wasn’t sure what to expect from returning to language learning, but this school has been a great experience. What stands out most is how flexible it is. The structure adapts to your needs without becoming a “free for all”: there’s a good balance between room to shape your own learning and enough guidance to keep you progressing.
I also stayed with a host family, which made the experience much more immersive. Living with locals gave me daily practice outside the classroom.
Feedback is genuinely encouraged here. The staff invite you to share what’s working and what isn’t, and that openness makes a real difference. Many hold back and then complain privately once they’re frustrated, but here the environment asks you to speak up, and problems get addressed almost immediately!
The teachers are quick to ask what you need and adjust accordingly, often so smoothly you barely notice.
Special thanks to Suekane Junichi, Kozen Norikazu, Kagawa Miyoko, Watanabe Ayumi and Nobori Saki, who read the room, spot where you’re struggling, and adapt on the fly, even in group classes.
I’d recommend this school to anyone who wants a learning experience that is both adaptable and genuinely responsive to its students.

I studied at LTL Language School Osaka for 3 weeks from July-mid August 2026 and had an unforgettable time, it exceeded my expectations immensely. I opted in for the half-board Homestay accommodation alongside my lesson plan, which was a great choice and my speaking ability improved so much from daily interactions with the host family. My objective was to improve my reading and writing skills on Hiragana and Katakana and learn some Kanji, while mainly focusing on improving my speaking ability and confidence. The lesson structure was flexible to accommodate my needs and I had lessons with 6 different teachers and I genuinely enjoyed every lesson! The teachers are relaxed and authentic in their approach to getting to know you as a student and understanding your requirements, and there were many times when I was talking to them about shared experiences so comfortably that I forgot I was actually speaking Japanese with them! I was given the Tobira Intermediate textbook on arrival, which definitely challenged me. I also had multiple Kanji tests to assess my progress; which in turn made me motivated to work hard and study Kanji, the area I'm weakest in. The school director Hiyori-San works hard to organise multiple socials every week for the students to get to know eachother, and I've made some great friends through this experience. Special mention to my senseitachi Hiroko Nishioka-San, who taught me multiple times and was very kind and instructive! Also to Junichi Seukane-San, with whom I had fun discussing Japanese Philosophy and Religion, and Naomi Miyai-San, who taught me on my very last day but left a lasting impression on me. The lessons were so much more than Japanese grammar and language, and I was able to have many interesting conversations about Japanese society and culture with all of them. I am overjoyed to have graduated with a B1 qualification, and I'm more motivated than ever to keep learning Japanese. I definitely recommend LTL Osaka to anyone looking for a Japanese language school. Thank you for the excellent service!

It was an amazing experience. We did alot of trips with the classes and the school. Sometimes just gooing out together for dinner and sometimes visiting some interesting places. The Teachers and the employees of the school were really freindly and communicative. It is well organised and the week sceduals are easy to follow. sometimes the lessons changed from being in the morning to being in the afternoon, so we could recover in the morning on certain days and go exploring japan on other days. I loved it and i will certainly go again to an LTL school in japan!

I can wholeheartedly recommend LTL in Tokyo (Akihabara)! It's a shame I can only give 5 stars!

The teachers I met during my two-week – truly intensive – educational leave are incredibly dedicated and professional, creating a motivating learning environment. The lessons were varied, practical, and perfectly tailored to the students' needs. A special thank you goes to my tireless teachers Naho, Kayo, Miyu, Yuko, Kumiko, and Emiko (and thanks to everyone else I may have forgotten!), who, especially during the afternoon one-on-one lessons, patiently shared not only their language skills but also a wealth of information about Japanese daily life and culture.

The friendly and competent support from the entire LTL team is also worth highlighting. They were always incredibly kind and helpful with organizational questions and extracurricular activities.

My homestay was also a particular highlight. My host mother, Nobu, was incredibly warm and welcoming from day one. As a beginner in Japanese, it was a huge advantage that Nobu speaks excellent English. Living with her family allowed me not only to improve my language skills in everyday situations but also to experience Japanese culture and family life in an authentic way. The family was always helpful, open to conversation, and made my stay an unforgettable experience. Next time, I definitely want to stay with Nobu and her children again! I even had a room that was huge by Japanese standards, yet still cozy, and I would always prefer a host family to a cramped, noisy boarding house! ...even if it means a longer commute to the language school.

Overall, I gained so much, both linguistically and personally. An outstanding experience that exceeded my expectations. If you're looking for a high-quality language school in Tokyo, this is the place to be! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+

Greetings from Germany!

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Ich kann LTL in Tokio (Akihabara) uneingeschränkt empfehlen! Schade, dass ich „nur“ 5 Sterne vergeben kann!

Die Lehrerinnen, die ich in meinem 2-wöchigen – wirklich sehr intensivem - Bildungsurlaub kennen gelernt habe, sind sehr engagiert + professionel und schaffen eine motivierende Lernatmosphäre. Der Unterricht war abwechslungsreich, praxisnah und perfekt auf die Bedürfnisse der Students abgestimmt. Ein besonderes Dankeschön geht an meine unvermüdlichen Lehrerinnen Naho, Kayo, Miyu, Yuko, Kumiko und Emiko (der Dank geht auch an alle, die ich hier möglicherweise vergessen habe!), die mir insbesondere im nachmittäglichen Einzelunterricht mit unendlicher Geduld nicht nur ihre Sprache, sondern auch viel über den japanischen Alltag und ihre Kultur mitgegeben haben.

Hervor zu heben ist auch die freundliche und kompetente Unterstützung durch das gesamte LTL-Team, das bei organisatorischen Fragen und außerschulischen Aktivitäten immer supernett und hilfsbereit war.

Ein besonderes Highlight war für mich auch mein Homestay. Meine Gastmutter, Nobu, war unglaublich herzlich und hat mich vom ersten Tag an willkommen geheißen. Für mich als Japanisch-Anfängerin war es von großem Vorteil, dass Nobu sehr gut englisch spricht. Durch das Zusammenleben in der Familie konnte ich nicht nur meine Sprachkenntnisse im Alltag verbessern, sondern auch die japanische Kultur und den Familienalltag auf eine authentische Weise kennenlernen. Die Familie war stets hilfsbereit, offen für Gespräche und hat meinen Aufenthalt zu einer unvergesslichen Erfahrung gemacht. Beim nächsten Mal will ich unbedingt wieder bei Nobu und ihren Kindern wohnen! Ich hatte sogar ein für japanische Verhältnisse riesiges und dennoch gemütliches Zimmer und würde generell eine Gastfamilie immer einem engen, lauten Boardinghouse vorziehen! … auch, wenn das mit einem längeren Weg zur Sprachschule verbunden ist.

Insgesamt konnte ich sprachlich und persönlich sehr viel mitnehmen. Eine hervorragende Erfahrung, die meine Erwartungen übertroffen hat. Wer in Tokio eine hochwertige Sprachschule sucht, ist hier genau richtig! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+

Viele Grüße aus Deutschland!

Das Team der LTL Sprachachule Tokyo ist ein lustiger und bunter Haufen mit vielen unterschiedlichen Interessen, was im Hinblick auf den Unterricht super ist! Wenn man die Lehrer zeitnahe informiert, gehen sie auf Wünsche und Forderungen ohne Weiteres ein. So kann man sich also auch mit Wortschatz, Phrasen und Redewendungen seines eigenen Interessengebiets eindecken lassen, denn man ist keineswegs an das Lehrbuch gebunden. Der Stoff, der in der Stunde durchgenommen wird, wie viel und auf welche Weise kann von der Gruppe/einem selbst bestimmt werden und ist daher hervorragend für Personen, die aus eigener Motivation lernen können und wollen.

Die negative Seite dieser Flexibilität ist, dass es schwer werden kann die richtige Gruppe zu finden. Es wird durchaus versucht Schüler mit unterschiedlichen Sprachleveln unterschiedlichen Gruppen zuzuteilen, jedoch passiert dies mit Hilfe von Einschätzung des Lehrers und vorallem des Schülers selbst. Dies kann manches Mal den Lernprogress des Unterrichts verlangsamen.

Auf der einen Seite ist es wirklich super, dass es im regelmäßigen Abstand Events/Ausflüge gibt, die man besuchen kann. Auf der anderen Seite wirkt die Art und Weise, wie man davon erfährt bzw. dazu motiviert wird leicht chaotisch und/oder ist manches Mal zu kurzfristig. Da der Altersdurchschnitt relativ jung ist, denke ich, dass in diesem Bereich möglicherweise mehr Struktur nicht schaden könnte.

Beispielsweise könnte man am Vortag/Vormittag Listen durchgeben, mit denen man sich (un)verbindlich für das anstehende Event anmeldet. Auf diese Weise müsste man nach dem Unterricht nicht die Schüler anwerben sondern zählt nur einmal durch ohne großes Durcheinander.

Abgesehen von den paar angesprochenen Mängeln habe ich mich während meines zweimonatigen Aufenthalts gut aufgehoben gefühlt! Man wird immer mit einem strahlenden Lächeln und einer familiären Atmosphäre an der Rezeption begrüßt und auch während des Anmeldeverfahrens wurde mir mit viel Geduld bei meinen Problemen geholfen.

Ich bin sehr froh diese Schule gefunden zu haben und kann sie herzlich weiterempfehlen.

English:
The team at LTL Language School Tokyo is a fun and diverse group with many different interests, which is fantastic for the lessons! If you inform the teachers in a timely manner, they readily accommodate requests and demands. This means you can focus on vocabulary, phrases, and idioms related to your own interests, as you're not bound to the textbook. The material covered in class, how much, and how it's presented can be determined by the group/individual, making it ideal for those who are self-motivated and eager to learn.

The downside of this flexibility is that finding the right group can be challenging. While efforts are made to place students with different language levels in different groups, this relies on assessments from both the teacher and, more importantly, the students themselves. This can sometimes slow down the learning progress.

On the other hand, it's really great that there are regular events and excursions you can participate in. On the other hand, the way students are informed about and motivated to participate can seem a bit chaotic and/or is sometimes too short notice. Since the average age is relatively young, I think a bit more structure in this area would be beneficial.

For example, lists could be distributed the day before/in the morning for students to sign up (or sign up) for the upcoming event. This way, students wouldn't have to be recruited after class; they could simply count once without any confusion.

Aside from the few shortcomings mentioned, I felt very well looked after during my two-month stay! I was always greeted with a bright smile and a friendly atmosphere at reception, and I received patient help with any issues I encountered during the registration process.

I'm very happy to have found this school and can wholeheartedly recommend it.

I’m from Mexico and I studied Japanese at LTL Tokyo for 6 months. I highly recommend the Small Group & Individual program, especially for beginners or elementary levels. The extra 1on1 classes really help with conversation and confidence. The school has a very welcoming atmosphere and I met people from many different countries. I lived in two different homestays in interesting areas of Tokyo, with great food and lots of chances to practice Japanese. The staff are super helpful and fun. Highly recommended! Hope to come back in the Osaka school next year.
Jonhue

I spent 1 month in Japan Tokyo studying Japanese at LTL language school and staying with host family. I did group classes, 1on1 classes and Safari classes. The teachers are excellent, everyone was so kind and friendly! LTL became my family! We had also many fun socal activities (eg origami making, calligraphy, going to a festival). My host family was so adorable and caring and the homemade food very delicious (still dreaming of it). Totally recommending choosing LTL for your studies!

Last year I studied in China, Beijing for 1 month at LTL school Mandarine Chinese, this year Japanese in Tokyo. Next year going to LTL Seoul school for Korean classes and then to Hanoi! I have gone to over 15 language schools around the world and LTL is my favourite one!!