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JOI is the world's first Japanese online school
to offer group & private lessons, since 2006.
Now with more than 5000 happy customers.

JOI offers both group and private high-quality lessons.

yesFlexLessons: Small-group 50 minute lessons

yesPrivate Lessons: 1 on 1 lessons with a tailor-made curriculum

Experience the JOI difference


Do you think that all online lessons basically the same?

yesProfessional Online Japanese Teachers

All have an average of 15 years teaching experience (varied from 8 yrs ~ 20 yrs).

Super-experienced teachers !
one JOI's first-rate teachers are all government certified experts.
two Before starting a lesson, our teachers are required to take a 2-month rigorous online training.
threeOngoing training through workshops.

 

Join our classes, to enjoy the difference
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Try 2 Trial Lessons for $3 Each

Get Started Now with 2 Trial Lessons ⇒
 JLPT, Business, Travel, Conversation Classes and more!
Get set for JLPT N2, N3 + N4 courses starting Oct & Nov!
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Mastering Japanese Just Got Easier


yesFlexLessons with Level Track
JOI's original!

FlexLessons are JOI's unique, effective small-group classes.

FlexLessons
At other schools, group lesson times are fixed.
If you miss a lesson, you lose your time and money.

yes-y At JOI you can choose a time to suit your schedule, level, and your preferred teachers.
yes-y There is no limit to how many lessons you can take daily.
Conversation, JLPT, Business, Travel and more!
yes-y Feel free to take lessons when less busy, even weekends.
Check out our available times in your own time zone.

You can get this flexibility and efficiency only at JOI.
Learn more about FlexLessons →

- From Beginner to Advanced -
・ Conversation classes
・JLPT grammar classes
・Survival Japanese classes for travel
・Business Japanese classes...and more!

Don't miss our JLPT N2, N3 + N4 courses starting Oct & Nov!

 Try 2 Trial FlexLessons for only $9  ⇒
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☑ Top Quality Teachers (Experience avg. 15 yrs)
☑ Flexible and Highly Efficient Lessons

 

 yesPrivate Lessons - Gold and Silver

We also offer personalized 1:1 lessons.
Prices start from $20.20
Contact us (support@japonin.com).

 

 

 

Some of the over 5000 satisfied online Japanese learners

Read more success stories →

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Qiao (China) writes

“Thanks to JOI, I passed the JLPT N1 !
Thank you to my teachers !”


I really did pass the JLPT thanks to these classes. I started the classes in September and was not absent for a single class. After each class I reviewed what we had studied. By doing only this, I was able to pass.

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John (Philippines) writes

“JOI is the perfect Japanese learning program for busy people like me. ”

The Flexlessons are perfect for me because I have the freedom to choose the time that matches my personal schedule. Also, the quality of lessons is very good!
I can use right away in my daily living here in Japan.

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Suzana (Brazil) writes

“In all these years of experience in Japanese classes, I choose JOI .”

I've been in Japan for 18 years I have all kinds of Japanese classes: volunteers in city hall, private teachers, but the best program that I have the chance to participate in was here at JOI. The teachers have experience in explaining to foreigners, the class is just we need to think in Japanese...

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Garry (US) writes

“JOI has proven to me to be one of the best resources available online today. ”

I have tried many online schools and methods ...Since having found this website, I have been amazed at the amount of progress in my Japanese studies. The amount of details and explanations provided in the lessons are great, plus there is plenty of opportunities to practice with various exercises during each lesson.

 

How it Works

Step 1

2 Classes for $9

Fill out our enrollment form to take advantage of our introductory offer.

Step 2

Pick Your Classes

Reserve your classes via our flexible online booking platform.

Step 3

Reach Your Goals

Start your effective Japanese lessons with professional teachers.

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Build Your Own Program of Study


Choose classes relevant to your goals
Freely combine types of lessons including, conversation, grammar, JLPT, travel, business, and Kanji.


Review Lesson Plans in Advance
Simply select your level, view the lesson plan and reserve a lesson.

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Track Your Progress


Our Level Track™ System Makes It Easy
View the curriculum and follow your progress.


You’ll Get Smart Recommendations
You can get advice on which lessons are best for you without frustration.

After the 2 Trial FlexLessons, select the Subcription Plan to suit your needs.

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 FlexLessons : Monthly (30 Days) Subscriptions

50-minute group lessons * Start Anytime! 1 Month = 30 days * Cancel or change your plan easily

 See the lesson schedule

  • 4 lessons a month
    1580 yen /lesson

    approx. $10.53*

    6,320 yen

    approx. $42.13*

    I agree with the Terms and Conditions
     
  • 8 lessons a month
    1480 yen /lesson

    approx. $9.86*

    11,840 yen

    approx. $78.93*

    I agree with the Terms and Conditions
     
  • 12 lessons a month
    1440 yen /lesson

    approx. $9.60*

    17,280 yen

    approx. $115.20*

    I agree with the Terms and Conditions
     
  • 16 lessons a month
    1380 yen /lesson

    approx. $9.20*

    22,080 yen

    approx. $147.20*

    I agree with the Terms and Conditions
     

*US Dollar / JPY Yen calculation is based on US $1 = 150 yen rate

Please check the exact exchange rate at the time of your purchase.

For FlexLesson Subscriptions, we only accept PayPal or Credit Card Payments

 

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Subscription important information.
  • To ensure the classes that suit your schedule and level, check the schedule.
  • You can start anytime!  The subscriptions are for 30 days
    If you start a subscription on January 10th, the next Renewal Date will be February 9th.
  • 1 month Extension Possible: If you have a busy month and difficulty attending classes, you can carry over any remaining tickets to the next month!
    (Please note, tickets carry over for only one month).

Please see the Subscriptions FAQ for more detail.

 

For Private Lesson Prices see here →

Affordable Pricing

Prices start at 1280 yen (approx. $9.50) per 50-minute class, make JOI one of the most effective online learning option.

Flexible Class Times

Boost your skills! Choose from Conversation, JLPT, Business, Kanji, Pronunciation and Travel classes at your own pace!

Engaging Language Instructors

Government-certified instructors create a welcoming and comfortable learning environment adapted to all levels

Reliable, User-Friendly Software

JOI uses Zoom technology for online classes. Compatible with PC, Mac,iPhone, and Android.

Learn From The Top 5% Of Japanese Teachers

JOI teachers are all professional, government-certified Japanese teachers.

  • Specialized Online Training: 2 months of structured training before facing students
  • Condense the most important grammar, vocab, and cultural concepts into simple, bite-sized lessons
  • Continually developing innovative methods and class content

They’ll welcome you to a dynamic and engaging online classroom—where you’ll have the freedom to experiment with new concepts, ask questions, and make real progress.

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Literally: stumbling seven times but recovering eight.

Meaning: Perseverance is better than defeat.

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