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Japanese Language Schools in Shizuoka Prefecture
This page provides comprehensive information on Japanese language schools, volunteer Japanese classes, and private tutoring options throughout Shizuoka Prefecture — covering Shizuoka City, Hamamatsu, Numazu, Fuji, Kakegawa, Fukuroi, Iwata, and surrounding areas.
Shizuoka Prefecture, located between Tokyo and Nagoya along the Pacific coast, has one of the largest communities of foreign residents in Japan — particularly in Hamamatsu City, which is home to a significant Brazilian and Southeast Asian population. Whether you are a factory worker, a long-term resident, or a newcomer to Japan, this guide will help you find the right Japanese learning option for your goals.
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Looking to learn Japanese in Shizuoka? HH JapaNeeds offers private one-on-one Japanese lessons tailored to your goals, level, and schedule — at an affordable flat monthly rate with no enrollment fee. Lessons are available both in-person across Shizuoka Prefecture and online from any location.
You can try a lesson with a tutor before committing, completely free of charge and with no obligation to continue. You can also start building your Japanese foundation right now with our free online Japanese course.
List of Japanese Language Schools in Shizuoka Prefecture
| Area | School name |
| Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City | Shizuoka International School |
| Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City | Shizuoka Japanese Education Center |
| Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City | International Language Academy Japanese Language School |
| Naka Ward, Hamamatsu City | LLES Language Institute |
| Naka Ward, Hamamatsu City | Hamamatsu Japanese Language Institute |
| Nishi Ward, Hamamatsu City | Shonan Japanese Language Institute Hamamatsu School |
| Nishi Ward, Hamamatsu City | Nakano Gakuen Oisca Development Education College |
| Numazu City | Grandeur Global Academy Numazu School |
| Numazu City | Numazu Japanese Language Institute |
| Numazu City | Fuji Sakura Japanese School |
| Fujinomiya City | A.C.C. International Exchange Academy |
| Fuji City | Mt. Fuji Japanese Language School |
| Kakegawa City | Kakegawa Japanese Language School |
| Fukuroi City | Shizuoka International Language Institute |
| Fukuroi City | TLS Fukuroi |
List of Community Japanese Classes in Shizuoka Prefecture
The following list introduces community Japanese classes, volunteer Japanese groups, international associations, school-based Japanese support programs, and local Japanese learning support options in Shizuoka Prefecture. These classes are often suitable for foreign residents, international families, children, beginners, and learners who want to practice daily Japanese in a local community setting.
Class schedules, levels, locations, and application methods may change depending on each organization. Please contact the relevant class organizer, association, or school directly for the latest information.
| Region name | Japanese class / organization |
| Kikugawa City | Kikugawa City International Association Japanese Language Education Subcommittee |
| Omaezaki City | Hamaoka Japanese Class |
| Kakegawa City | Kakegawa Japanese Language Class |
| Fukuroi City | Japanese Salon |
| Fukuroi City | Japanese Classroom |
| Fukuroi City | Asaba Minami District Japanese Support School |
| Fukuroi City | Aino International Classroom |
| Fukuroi City | Japanese Language and Cultural Customs Class |
| Fukuroi City | Japanese Lessons for Vietnamese Residents |
| Iwata City | Nishigai Japanese Class |
| Iwata City | LaLa Japanese Class |
| Iwata City | Ryuyo Japanese Class |
| Iwata City | Workpia Classroom |
| Iwata City | Toyoda Japanese Class |
| Iwata City | Adult Japanese Learning Class |
| Iwata City | Japanese Language Class for Foreign Residents |
| Iwata City | Japanese Sawayaka Club |
| Hamamatsu City | Beginner Japanese Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Reading and Writing Japanese Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Talking Time Japanese Conversation Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Introductory Japanese Class Night Course |
| Hamamatsu City | Introductory Japanese Class Weekend Course |
| Hamamatsu City | Sanarudai Elementary School Japanese Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Johoku Elementary School Japanese Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Hamana Elementary School Japanese Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Minaminohoshi Elementary School After-School Study Room |
| Hamamatsu City | Sora no Kai |
| Hamamatsu City | Ryu no Kai |
| Hamamatsu City | Japanese Language Room for Parents |
| Hamamatsu City | Hamamatsu City Elementary and Junior High School Japanese Learning Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Native Language Class Matsukko Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Hamamatsu City Consignment Project Halo Halo Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Ice Planet Japanese Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Houkago Japanese Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Kanji Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Bate-Papo Japanese Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Weekend Study Session |
| Hamamatsu City | Hamamatsu City Consignment Project Tintoun Classroom |
| Hamamatsu City | Nagakami Japanese Club |
| Hamamatsu City | Inasa Japanese Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Japanese Language Room for Daily Life |
| Hamamatsu City | Terakoya Bikini School |
| Hamamatsu City | Nihongo Cafe |
| Hamamatsu City | Chikyukko Hiroba Wednesday and Friday Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Chikyukko Hiroba Summer Vacation Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Preschool Japanese Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Spring Preschool Japanese Support |
| Hamamatsu City | Lifestyle Japanese Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Hiragana Class |
| Hamamatsu City | Japanese Co-Education Aoi no Kai |
| Hamamatsu City | Ihara Japanese Association |
| Kosai City | Japanese Field |
| Kosai City | Japanese Field Homework Terakoya |
| Kosai City | Space M |
| Shizuoka City | Global Japanese |
| Shizuoka City | Japanese Class |
| Shizuoka City | Tuesday Japanese Course |
| Shizuoka City | Friday Japanese Course |
| Shizuoka City | Saturday Japanese Course |
| Shizuoka City | Private Japanese Lessons |
| Shizuoka City | Corporate Japanese Lessons |
| Shizuoka City | School Volunteer Japanese Support |
| Shizuoka City | Yaizu Japanese Class |
| Shizuoka City | Yaizu Japanese Classroom |
| Shizuoka City | After-School Open Space |
| Shizuoka City | Japanese Open Space |
| Shizuoka City | Children’s Japanese Open Space |
| Shizuoka City | Fujieda City Japanese Language Course |
| Shizuoka City | Japanese Class for Foreigners Class A |
| Shizuoka City | Japanese Class for Foreigners Class B |
| Shizuoka City | Japanese Class for Foreigners Intermediate Class |
| Yaizu City | Yoshida Town International Association Japanese Class |
| Yaizu City | Makinohara International Association Japanese Language Class |
| Yaizu City | Palette Sunday Class |
| Yaizu City | Palette Class |
| Shimizu Town | Shimizu Town Japanese Class |
| Shimada City | Parent and Child Japanese Open Space |
| Shimada City | Numazu Japanese Classroom |
| Yoshida Town | Susono City Japanese Class |
| Makinohara City | Japanese Speaking Party |
| Numazu City | Nihongo Kaiwakai |
| Numazu City | Mishima Japanese Circle |
| Numazu City | Nobiko Club |
| Mishima City | Japanese Learning Support for Children at Schools |
| Mishima City | Amigos Japanese Support |
| Mishima City | Ito Japanese Class |
| Mishima City | Japanese Language Room for Foreign Residents |
| Mishima City | Hiragana Egg Class |
| Mishima City | Let’s Learn and Talk Japanese |
| Susono City | Class Poyo |
| Izunokuni City | Fujiyama Classroom |
| Izunokuni City | Izunokuni Japanese Classroom |
| Gotemba City | Group Learning Japanese Class |
| Shimoda City | Private Japanese Lessons |
| Fuji City | Parent and Child Japanese Open Space |
| Fuji City | Individual Japanese Learning |
| Fuji City | FAIR Japanese Class |
If you cannot find a suitable community Japanese class near your area, or if the schedule does not match your availability, private Japanese lessons may be a better option. HH JapaNeeds offers flexible one-on-one Japanese lessons online and, depending on tutor availability, face-to-face lessons in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Learn Japanese with Japanese tutors near you
While Japanese language schools are a natural choice, you can also learn Japanese effectively outside of a formal school setting. Shizuoka Prefecture — particularly Hamamatsu City — has one of the largest and most active networks of volunteer Japanese classes in Japan, and we encourage you to visit the classes listed above to see if any suit your schedule and learning style.
These volunteer classes can be a wonderful way to meet locals, find study partners, and experience Japanese culture in a relaxed environment. If the time, location, or teaching style of a volunteer class matches what you’re looking for, you may find an enjoyable place to practice your Japanese.
For learners who prefer structured lessons tailored to their goals — such as JLPT preparation, business Japanese, or focused conversation practice — HH JapaNeeds offers private one-on-one Japanese lessons across Shizuoka Prefecture. Our certified Japanese tutors are available in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka City, Numazu, Fuji, Kakegawa, Iwata, and other cities throughout the prefecture, with online lessons accessible from any location. With a personal tutor matched to your level and learning goals, you can not only improve your Japanese language skills efficiently but also enrich your life in Japan through meaningful one-on-one connections.
Japanese Lessons Throughout Shizuoka Prefecture
HH JapaNeeds provides private Japanese lessons across Shizuoka Prefecture — from major cities like Hamamatsu, Shizuoka City, and Numazu to smaller towns throughout the prefecture. In-person lessons are available in cities with local tutors, and online lessons are available everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best way to learn Japanese in Shizuoka?
Shizuoka Prefecture offers multiple options: formal Japanese language schools in Shizuoka City, Hamamatsu, Numazu, and other cities (best for full-time students or visa applicants), one of the largest networks of volunteer Japanese classes in Japan — particularly in Hamamatsu (great for community connection), and private tutoring services like HH JapaNeeds (ideal for personalized goals such as JLPT preparation, business Japanese, or workplace Japanese).
Q: Are online Japanese lessons available throughout Shizuoka?
Yes. HH JapaNeeds offers online Japanese lessons accessible from anywhere in Shizuoka Prefecture, including rural and coastal areas such as Shimoda City, Nishiizu Town, Kawazu Town, and Morimachi. All you need is a stable internet connection and a device with a camera and microphone.
Q: Do you offer JLPT preparation courses in Shizuoka?
Yes. Our Pro Class includes JLPT preparation for all levels (N5 to N1) with certified Japanese teachers. Lessons are available both in-person in major cities like Hamamatsu, Shizuoka City, and Numazu, and online throughout Shizuoka Prefecture.
Q: How much do private Japanese lessons cost in Shizuoka?
HH JapaNeeds offers flat monthly pricing with no enrollment fee. Sign-up, registration, level check, and the trial lesson are all free of charge. See our price page for full details.
Q: What is the difference between a Japanese language school and a private tutor?
Japanese language schools provide structured group classes, often required for student visas and full-time study. Private tutors offer flexible, one-on-one lessons tailored to your specific goals, schedule, and pace — ideal for working professionals, factory workers, or learners with focused needs like JLPT preparation or conversation practice.
Q: Can beginners with no Japanese ability take HH JapaNeeds lessons?
Yes, of course. Many of our students start with little or no Japanese. We can match you with a tutor who speaks English or your native language, including Chinese, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Portuguese, Spanish, and others.
Q: How do I start? Is the trial lesson really free?
Yes, sign-up, registration, level check, and the trial lesson are all completely free. There is no obligation to enroll afterward. Simply contact us to get started, and our coordinator will guide you through the process.
