JAPAN LIFE LAUNCH PROGRAM - STUDENT TRACK

STUDY AND TRAVEL JAPAN.

Learn Japanese or study at a school in Japan while building the foundation for your future here.

JoynOne helps you choose a suitable school, navigate the visa process with your school, and set up your new life in Japan — so you can focus on studying, not paperwork and confusion.

Duration

Typically 6 months to 2 years

Language

English

Programme Availability

Available All Year

Age Range

> 18 Years Old

Price

￥150,000 (USD 950)

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JoynOne — Japan’s #1 Welcome Service for Foreigners

JoynOne is your all-in-one helper for anyone who wants to start a new life in Japan — whether for a few months or many years.

We take care of everything you need to settle in: housing, banking, phone setup, insurance, utilities, and all essential paperwork.

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About the JoynOne Student Visa Programme

Japan’s Student Visa for Japanese language schools is for people who want to come to Japan primarily to study Japanese full-time at an approved language school. With this route, you can usually study for up to around 2 years in total, building your Japanese from beginner to a much more confident level, and—if you apply for and receive work permission from immigration—work part-time (up to 28 hours per week) to help support your life here.

The JoynOne Student Visa Programme exists to support the parts most students struggle with: Finding suitable schools and understanding the differences, preparing documents based on the school’s instructions, getting ready for life in Japan (housing, phone, banking alternatives, city hall, etc.), and building a stable, supported life once you arrive.

If your dream is to study in Japan, improve your Japanese, and open the door to future work or long-term life here, our programme makes that path simple and supported.

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What It Includes

Step 1 - Before You Arrive in Japan

School & Route Consultation

We talk with you about your goals (language study only, or study → work), budget, timeline, and Japanese level. Then we help you understand what kind of school and course length make sense for you (for example: 1-year intensive Japanese vs. 2-year longer course).

School Matching & Introduction

We introduce you to trusted language schools that:

  • Match your budget and goals
  • Have experience supporting international students
  • Offer intakes that match your desired timing

You apply through the school’s process; we support with questions and communication.

Visa Document Guidance (via School Instructions)

For Student status, your school or proxy in Japan usually applies for your Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) with immigration.


We:

  • Help you understand the document list provided by the school
  • Answer questions about what each item means (e.g., bank balance letters, sponsor documents)

Check for obvious issues or missing items before you send them to the school.

Guarantee: If we have approved your documents as suitable and your visa is still rejected (which has never happened!), we will fully refund you!

Knowledge Base Access

You get access to a mobile-friendly library of guides and checklists that explain:

  • The Student visa process in simple terms
  • What a Certificate of Eligibility is and how it’s used
  • Typical timelines from applying to arriving in Japan
  • And how to navigate your life in Japan
Live Chat Assistant

From 9:00 – 18:00 JST everyday, you can ask us questions via chat. We help you understand each step, translate confusing parts of the process into simple English, and keep you on track.

Cultural & Study Preparation

We share beginner tips about:

  • Japanese school culture, attendance rules, and expectations
  • Classroom etiquette, homework, and tests
  • How to start learning basic Japanese even before you arrive
Pre-Departure Orientation

Join a live online session where we walk you through:

  • What will happen once you land in Japan
  • How to register at city hall, join national health insurance, and receive your residence card

How to apply for permission to work part-time legally (up to 28 hours/week), if you want to work while studying

Step 2 - Upon Arrival

Airport Escort (optional)

If you choose this option, we meet you at Haneda or Narita and help you:

  • Navigate trains or buses safely
  • Reach your accommodation
  • Get basic essentials on day one
Housing Assistance

We help you move into foreigner-friendly share houses or partner accommodations in Tokyo (and other supported areas, if available). We focus on:

  • Reasonable commute to your school
  • Safe, practical neighbourhoods for students
  • Housing that understands international residents
City Hall Registration & Residence Card Guidance

With a Student visa, you’ll receive a residence card on arrival and must register your address at city hall.
 We:

  • Guide you through the city hall process
  • Help you join National Health Insurance
  • Explain what your residence card does and how to keep it updated

Where applicable, we help you understand:

  • Basic pension rules for students
  • Whether you can apply for pension exemption or reduction
  • What letters from government offices actually mean (we help you read and interpret them)
Bank Account Setup

With a Student residence card and address registration, you can usually open a Japanese bank account.
We guide you to newcomer-friendly banks, explain:

  • How to fill in forms
  • How to use your bank card and online banking
Phone Plan Setup

We help you pick a SIM or eSIM that fits your data needs and budget. In many cases we can get you connected very quickly so you can use maps, messaging, and school apps from day one.

Utilities & Internet

We assist with gas, electricity, water, and high-speed internet setup for your accommodation.

Part-Time Job Preparation

As a Student, you are not automatically allowed to work, but if you apply for and receive Permission to Engage in Activity Other Than That Permitted by the Status of Residence, you can usually work up to 28 hours per week during term and more during school holidays.

We help you:

  • Understand this permission and when/how to apply
  • Create simple Japanese and English CVs
  • Learn how to look for typical student part-time jobs (conbini, cafés, restaurants, etc.)
  • Prepare for basic interviews and common questions
Official Letters & School Notices

We help you read:

  • Mail from city hall, immigration, or tax offices
  • Important school emails or letters (attendance, deadlines, renewals)

So you don’t miss anything important just because it’s in Japanese.

 

Step 3 - After Setup

One Year of Support

Our multilingual team is here for you all year — in-person at our Tokyo office or remotely via phone, LINE, WhatsApp, email, or chat.

Aftercare (30 days)

We follow up on your utility setups, insurance cards, and bank cards, and re-accompany you once if something needs fixing.

Events & Meetups

We connect you with social and cultural events, language exchanges, and expat meetups (some free, some low-cost).

Language Learning (Optional Add-on)
  • JoynOne Online Beginner Conversation Course (Private or Group).
  • Mobile-friendly Japanese lesson notes that teach you useful phrases, expressions, and examples for everyday real-life situations in Japan.
Accommodation Flexibility

Extend or move rooms anytime, or arrange independent housing — we’ll guide you through local paperwork.

Who Can Join?

To take part in the JoynOne Student Visa Programme, you first need to be eligible for a  Student visa for Japan from the Japanese embassy or consulate in charge of your country of residence.

Here is a general summary of the usual conditions. Exact rules can change, and some details vary by country and by school, so you should always double-check the latest information on:

  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA)
  • The Immigration Services Agency of Japan (ISA)
  • Your local Japanese embassy/consulate
Education background

Typical expectations (set by schools + sometimes immigration):

  • You have finished at least 12 years of education (high school graduate or equivalent).
  • You can show transcripts / graduation certificates from your last school.

Some schools accept students who interrupted their studies, but they’ll ask for explanations and extra documents.

Financial capacity

You must prove you (or your sponsor) can pay tuition + living costs for your stay.

Common points:

  • Embassy/school normally asks for a bank balance certificate and/or income proof for you or your financial sponsor (parent, relative, etc.).
  • The exact required amount varies, but many guides and schools mention needing enough to cover at least 1 year of tuition plus 1 year of living expenses, which often totals a few million yen (for example, some schools and law firms suggest around 2–3 million yen or more, depending on tuition and city).

The “real” number is whatever your school and embassy say, so you always follow their written instructions.

Health & background

Typically you must:

  • Be in good health (some schools/embassies may request a health certificate or TB test, depending on country).

     

  • Have no serious criminal record – some embassies ask for a police clearance or similar document.

     

These are checked via documents during the CoE and visa application.

Our Customer Reviews

Hear from people who’ve already started their Japan Working Holiday with JoynOne by their side.

I was googling visas at 2am and had no idea where to start, I just knew I wanted to get to Japan as soon as possible. With the Japan Route Assessment, JoynOne looked at my situation and explained that a Japanese language school Student Visa was actually my fastest and most realistic way in. Three months later I was already in Tokyo, going to class and living in a share house they helped me find. Now I’m studying Japanese every day and working with JoynOne to plan what to do after my course finishes.

Lucas D.

I always wanted to study Japanese in Japan but had no idea how visas, schools, or life there actually worked. JoynOne helped me choose a language school that fit my budget, explained the whole process in simple English, and supported me with housing and city hall stuff when I arrived. I came with basically zero Japanese knowledge and didn’t have a meltdown at the ward office or bank because they were there to guide me.

Sara M.

As a first-time student living abroad, I was more scared of paperwork and life admin than of kanji. JoynOne showed me step by step how to register my address, get health insurance, open a bank account, and sort a phone plan. My language school is great, but they’re busy; JoynOne is the one I message when I’m confused or get letters in Japanese. It honestly feels like having a big sibling in Japan.

Khoa F.

I knew I wanted to study in Tokyo, but the idea of moving alone overseas was terrifying. Through JoynOne I moved into a foreigner-friendly share house near my school, and they explained the neighbourhood, trains, and even where to buy cheap groceries. After a few weeks I felt like I actually lived here, not just staying temporarily.

Emily T.

I was so impatient—I didn’t want some vague 5-year plan, I wanted to know how I could move to Japan this year. When I did the Japan Route Assessment, JoynOne broke it down very clearly and showed me why the Student Visa route via language school was the quickest realistic entry for me, compared to work or other visas. I followed their suggestions, got into a school, and now I’m in Tokyo studying Japanese, making friends and slowly figuring out my long-term options together with them.

Mei P.

Before finding JoynOne, I felt completely stuck. I wanted to move to Japan immediately but every visa option I read about felt impossible. In the Japan Route Assessment, they looked at my age, education and savings and explained that a Japanese language school Student Visa was my best fast-track into the country. That gave me so much relief. I’m now in Japan, going to language school, doing a small part-time job, and having regular check-ins with JoynOne about how I can extend my stay later through work or other visa options. I finally feel like I’m moving forward instead of just dreaming.

Elisa H.

I was googling visas at 2am and had no idea where to start, I just knew I wanted to get to Japan as soon as possible. With the Japan Route Assessment, JoynOne looked at my situation and explained that a Japanese language school Student Visa was actually my fastest and most realistic way in. Three months later I was already in Tokyo, going to class and living in a share house they helped me find. Now I’m studying Japanese every day and working with JoynOne to plan what to do after my course finishes.

Lucas D.

I always wanted to study Japanese in Japan but had no idea how visas, schools, or life there actually worked. JoynOne helped me choose a language school that fit my budget, explained the whole process in simple English, and supported me with housing and city hall stuff when I arrived. I came with basically zero Japanese knowledge and didn’t have a meltdown at the ward office or bank because they were there to guide me.

Sara M.

As a first-time student living abroad, I was more scared of paperwork and life admin than of kanji. JoynOne showed me step by step how to register my address, get health insurance, open a bank account, and sort a phone plan. My language school is great, but they’re busy; JoynOne is the one I message when I’m confused or get letters in Japanese. It honestly feels like having a big sibling in Japan.

Khoa F.

I knew I wanted to study in Tokyo, but the idea of moving alone overseas was terrifying. Through JoynOne I moved into a foreigner-friendly share house near my school, and they explained the neighbourhood, trains, and even where to buy cheap groceries. After a few weeks I felt like I actually lived here, not just staying temporarily.

Emily T.

I was so impatient—I didn’t want some vague 5-year plan, I wanted to know how I could move to Japan this year. When I did the Japan Route Assessment, JoynOne broke it down very clearly and showed me why the Student Visa route via language school was the quickest realistic entry for me, compared to work or other visas. I followed their suggestions, got into a school, and now I’m in Tokyo studying Japanese, making friends and slowly figuring out my long-term options together with them.

Mei P.

Before finding JoynOne, I felt completely stuck. I wanted to move to Japan immediately but every visa option I read about felt impossible. In the Japan Route Assessment, they looked at my age, education and savings and explained that a Japanese language school Student Visa was my best fast-track into the country. That gave me so much relief. I’m now in Japan, going to language school, doing a small part-time job, and having regular check-ins with JoynOne about how I can extend my stay later through work or other visa options. I finally feel like I’m moving forward instead of just dreaming.

Elisa H.

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Who is the JoynOne Student Visa Programme for?

This programme is for people who want to come to Japan to study Japanese full-time at a Japanese language school, and use that time to build a foundation for future work or a longer stay in Japan. It’s especially helpful if you’re serious about moving to Japan but don’t know where to start or which school to choose, and you don’t want to handle all the life setup alone.

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