Study Abroad Destination

Study in Japan

Ideal for students willing to learn the language to access high-tech careers. Japan boasts incredibly high graduate employment rates.

High Tech100% Employment RateSafe
Guided by SAN counselorsScholarship support availableVisa documentation assistance
¥700k–¥850k / year
¥80k–¥120k / month
April / October
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Tuition (Language)¥700k–¥850k / year
Living Cost¥80k–¥120k / month
Flight (KTM-NRT)NPR 55k–85k
Show MoneyNPR 18–22 Lakhs
Overview

Why choose Japan?

A premium destination with real academic value, better student opportunities, and a clear global pathway for Nepali students.

Massive labor shortage means high demand for international graduates.

Cities: Tokyo (Fast-paced), Osaka (Kitchen of Japan), Fukuoka (Startups).

World leaders in Automobile Engineering, IT, Robotics, and Animation.

Experience beautiful distinct seasons like Spring Cherry Blossoms (Sakura).

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Highlights

What makes Japan stand out?

Strong academics, real student value, and a destination experience that blends study, lifestyle, and future opportunity.

Earn while you learn

Work up to 28 hours a week legally to cover living expenses.

Specific Skills Visa

Clear pathways to long-term working visas post-graduation.

MEXT Scholarships

Fully funded government scholarships covering tuition and stipends.

Student Planning

Admission requirements and intake planning

Get clear on your eligibility, language requirements, core documents, and the right intake strategy before you apply.

Admission checklist

Minimum +2 pass (GPA 2.0 - 2.4+). Age 18-28 preferred.
NAT/JLPT N5 level certificate required for COE.
Financial Sponsor Letter (usually parents).
Academic Transcripts and Bank Balance Certificates.

Main intakes

AprilOctober
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Opportunity Cluster

Cost, scholarship, and work pathway

These are the high-decision factors students care about most: budget, tuition support, part-time work, and post-study direction.

Cost overview

Language School¥700k–¥850k / year
Dormitory¥25k–¥40k / month
Apartment¥50k+ (Key money req.)

Scholarships

MEXT (Fully Funded)
JASSO Stipend (~¥48,000/mo)

Work & PR

28 hours/week part-time
Specific Skills Visa (SSW) or Engineer Visa
Need guidance?

Need help choosing the right intake, budget, and scholarship route?

Our SAN team can help you shortlist better options and prepare a stronger plan before application and visa.

Process

Your journey with Study Access Nepal

A guided step-by-step process that keeps your university choice, documents, timeline, and visa preparation aligned.

Step 1

Language Prep

Clearing NAT/JLPT N5 basic Japanese.

Step 2

COE Application

Applying for the Certificate of Eligibility.

Step 3

Visa Processing

Converting COE to a Student Visa at the embassy.

Step 4

Travel

Booking direct flights (Nepal Airlines to Narita) and securing a share house.

FAQ

Common questions students ask

Clear answers to the questions that most often affect decision-making, planning, and confidence.

Yes, an N5 level (basics) is required to secure your COE.

Yes, it is consistently ranked as one of the safest countries in the world.

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Begin Your Japanese Journey

We assist with language school placements and COE documentation.