Hey everyone, I'm torn between two Tokyo language schools for a 3-month course and would love some input.
Toyo Language School
- Cost: ¥200,000 tuition + ¥250,000 dormitory
- Schedule: Full-time, structured program
- Class size: ~20 students
- Housing: School dorm provided
- Pros: Complete package, built-in community, consistent schedule
- Cons: Large classes, rigorous structure might be overwhelming
Japan Switch
- Cost: ~¥100,000 tuition (no housing)
- Schedule: Group + private lessons, 3x per week total
- Class size: Small group + 1-on-1
- Housing: Have to find my own
- Pros: English-friendly, conversation-focused, flexible, half the price
- Cons: Each class only meets once per week, less intensive
My situation: I'm a beginner who learns best through conversation, but I also value structure and community. Toyo's dorm and complete package are appealing, but I'm worried about large class fatigue. Japan Switch's teaching style seems perfect, but the low frequency and housing hassle are concerns.
For those who've studied at either, how did the class size and schedule affect your progress? Was the dorm experience worth the premium? And for Japan Switch students, how challenging was finding short-term housing?
Thanks in advance!
by unamity1