Frequently Asked Questions

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You will learn Japanese that is commonly used at work.
You will also learn about Japanese language communication and business manners at work, employment practices, and labor and social insurance systems.
See "Course List" for details of the learning content at each level.

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Training requires no fee. However, you need to pay for your own transportation to the venue.

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No, not everyone. The program is open to "Job-Seeking Foreign Nationals and Others". ("Job-Seeking Foreign Nationals and Others", including foreign nationals who are legally eligible to work in Japan and wish to work in Japan, and Japanese nationals with roots in another country or other circumstances requiring support through this program.)
See "About the program" for details on eligibility.

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See "Information for applicants" for regions where the face-to-face course is held. The online course is open to applicants residing anywhere in Japan.

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You can apply at a Hello Work employment center in the area where you live. See "Information for applicants" for details on venues and application guidelines.

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You need to bring with you a personal ID (your residence card or passport).

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See "Course List" for a description of each level.
Check the leaflet for each region provided in "Information for applicants" and consult a local coordinator or your nearest Hello Work center.

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None of the venues or JICE offers babysitting services.

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Course offerings are announced in "Information for applicants" roughly a month before the courses begin, so check the information accordingly.

Contact us

JICE Japan International Cooperation Center

03-6838-2723