Student Life
■ Extra Curricular Activities
In the Daytime Intensive Program, we go on class outings several times a year. We have visited art museums, historical museums, traditional Japanese style gardens, and even a beer factory in the last few years. This is a perfect opportunity to practice what you cover in class. Nichibei Kaiwa Gakuin is also running English courses in the same building You will be able to communicate with Japanese people. Also, you will be able to share the way of Japanese people’s thinking and sense of values through those exchanges.
On a field trip
■ Facilities
●Computer Rooms
Computer room
2 computer rooms are available. (There are 5 computers in each room.) Please come to the front desk to pick up a computer card key. A printing machine is also available on the 2nd floor. Note: A printing fee will be charged.
●Library
Library is available for self-study.
Note: Library is not available while a lesson is in session.
●Housing
Unfortunately, the Institute does not have any dormitory facilities. However, we are able to provide information regarding student dormitories or weekly apartments in the Tokyo area. Please email us if you need further information.
■ Living Expenses
Other than tuition fee and rent, you will need approximately ¥60,000 per month for living expenses in Tokyo. Before beginning life in a foreign country, it is necessary to be financially prepared to handle unforeseen circumstances that may arise. Please note that you will be unable to cover all living expenses by working part-time. Students who have a Student-visa must obtain a part-time job permit which is issued by the Tokyo Immigration Bureau. Assistance for obtaining a part-time job permit is available.
However, you cannot apply for it until after the first month of instruction.
Breaktime
■ Where the Students Come From
As of July 2011
■ Health Insurance
Applicants who receive a permission to stay in Japan more than 1 year are able to apply for the National Health Insurance. After joining, your co-payment will be 30% of the total. We recommend that you to apply for this coverage when you apply for your Alien Registration Card at your local ward or city office.
Breaktime scene
