Winter Term
Accelerate Your Japanese This Winter—Full Immersion, Real Results
Why Choose Winter Term?
❄️Experience authentic Japanese winter culture and New Year traditions
❄️Quieter tourist season means more authentic local interactions
❄️Perfect timing for students on semester abroad programs
❄️Opportunity to see Japan’s beautiful winter illuminations
❄️Ideal for those wanting to continue to Spring term
dates
Duration: January 9 – March 27, 2026
Application Deadline: October 11, 2025
For more, see Schedule.
Who Can Apply
KCP is open to undergrads, post-grads, and adult professionals (18+), from the U.S. and countries with a visa agreement with Japan.
Basic Requirements:
- Age 18 or older
- High school graduate
- GPA 2.75+ (for college students)
- 3–5 hours/day of study outside class
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No transcript needed if over 21 and not currently a student
Language Prep (Recommended):
- One semester of Japanese or basic hiragana/katakana
- Most successful students have 1 year of college Japanese
Non-native English speakers: English proficiency required.
For more, see Eligibility.
Cost
Course only – $3,000
Course with dormitory – $6,700
Course with homestay – $7,700
For more, see Costs.
❄️Intensive language immersion during Japan’s quiet season
❄️Small class sizes with 2-3 instructors per class
❄️Japanese Culture and Society course (for first-time students)
❄️Winter illuminations and seasonal cultural activities
❄️New Year traditions and celebrations
❄️Plum blossom season viewing opportunities
Professional Pathways for KCP Graduates:
JET Programme Teachers: Teaching English in Japanese schools
Fortune 500 Companies: Working for major international corporations
Japanese Universities: Graduate studies at Tokyo University, Waseda, Sophia
International Business: Sales, marketing, and consulting roles
Translation & Interpretation: Professional language services
Tourism & Hospitality: Leading Japan travel experiences
Animation & Media: Working in Japan’s entertainment industry
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Program Intensity & Results
“KCP is a great school that has really accelerated my learning of Japanese. The program is tough, but incredibly rewarding.” – Matthew DeSousa
“I went from knowing no Japanese at all, to being near conversational level, in just a few short months.” – Garrett
Cultural Immersion
“Not only did I have a great time at KCP, but the improvement I’ve witnessed in my Japanese proficiency is astounding.” – Suhaib Sarmad
“Learning alongside classmates from different countries forced us to use Japanese and not rely on our native language.” – Chase Morimoto
Life-Changing Experience
“If you’re considering KCP, just sign up. If you have to, save up for it. It was worth it.” – Malia Romar
“This program has been awesome, and I learned a lot about Japanese language and culture within such a short time.” – Anita Lucius
For more, see Testimonials.
winter in japan
- Breathtaking Winter Landscapes in Japan
- Japanese Winter Solstice Traditions
- Top Things to Do in Japan in March
