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Japan Group Study Tours
Tailor-made programmes for school groups, all year round: university courses in English in Tokyo or Japanese language and culture in Kyoto, with themed activities and weekend excursions.
Book a place
1 · Dates and fees
2027 dates and fees
Group programme
Every programme is quoted for your group, based on length, accommodation and activities. Example fee per student for a two-week programme:
What the fees include
Tuition and learning materials, 13 nights’ accommodation, all meals, airport transfers, local trains and buses, entrance fees and activities, a certificate of completion and 24/7 support.
International flights, travel insurance (compulsory) and personal spending money.
Groups and booking
For every 15 paying students, one group leader travels free (land package only).
We recommend booking at least three months before arrival.
£1,000 per student secures your places.
Fees are per student. The example fee is for a two-week programme for a group of 15 or more; your quote will depend on the dates, length and options you choose.
2 · The school
Two pathways: Tokyo or Kyoto
Tokyo · university courses. Classes take place at Lakeland University Japan, the Tokyo campus of an accredited American university, in a brand-new building in Ryogoku, the traditional sumo district. Courses are taught in English by university faculty – ideal for high school and university students preparing for university or global careers.
Kyoto · language and culture. Students learn practical Japanese at a language centre in Japan’s cultural capital, surrounded by temples, artisans and traditional neighbourhoods – ideal for Japanese learners and first-time visitors.
Accommodation
Choose from a Japanese homestay, student residences or hotels. Homestay students commute by train – about an hour each way – which quickly builds confidence and independence.
3 · The programme
Built around your group
Every programme has three parts: morning academics, afternoon activities and weekend excursions. Groups choose the academic focus and the activity theme that fit their learning goals.
A two-week programme includes four courses – two each week. Students earn a signed university certificate of completion and digital micro-credentials they can share on LinkedIn and in their portfolios.
Afternoon themes
Timetable: sample two weeks · culture focus
An example programme in Tokyo. Your group’s timetable is built around the courses and themes you choose.
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Arrival Airport transfer and check-in | Japanese and anime studies | Assessment | Kamakura Full-day trip | |||
| Afternoon | Orientation tour | Shibuya | Edo-Tokyo Museum | Calligraphy workshop | Tokyo Tower | ||
| Evening | Back to accommodation | ||||||
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Free day Explore the city or relax | Intercultural communication and the Way of Tea | Assessment | Departure Farewells and airport transfer | |||
| Afternoon | Anime culture | Kimono and Asakusa | Tokyo National Museum | Sushi making | Graduation party | ||
| Evening | Back to accommodation | ||||||
Add-on experiences
Add-ons depend on group size, season and learning goals, and are priced on request.
Safety and care
Included
Book your place for summer 2027
Places are limited, and popular subjects fill early. A £1,000 deposit per student secures your group’s places. Complete the booking form, or send us an enquiry and we’ll help you choose the right course, subject and dates. You can also email info@summerschool-uk.com.
New to booking? Read the course booking procedure.