Latest Information (2026 Summer Program)

*All dates and times shown on this page are in JST (Japan Standard Time).

2026 Program Schedule

Information Available	March, 2026
Application Period	From April 20 (Mon) to 8:00 June 1 (Mon)
Course Placement Notification	Around June 8 (Mon)
Payment Deadline	16:00 June 15 (Mon)
Enrollment Confirmation	Around June 22 (Mon)
Program Period	From June 29 (Mon) to July 31 (Fri) [varies by course]
Issuance of Certificates	September, 2026

Course Offerings

The following courses will be offered in 2025. Please refer to the syllabus for details. (1 class = 90 minutes)

Level chart(PDF: 48KB)

Course Code	Course Title	Number of Classes/Duration	Schedule	Global Units	Overview
P1	Survival Japanese for Beginners (A)	5 Classes/1 Week	From June 29 (Mon) to July 3 (Fri), 2026 15:00-16:30	0.5	For beginners. Minimal Japanese that can be used in daily life starting from that day. No prior knowledge of the writing system is required. Note: P1 and P2 cover the same content (offered at different times and dates). <Syllabus> (Currently being prepared)
P2	Survival Japanese for Beginners (B)	5 Classes/1 Week	From July 27 (Mon) to July 31(Fri), 2026 8:30-10:00	0.5
P3	Elementary Japanese for Daily Use	10 Classes/3 Weeks	From July 6 (Mon) to July 24 (Fri), 2026 15:00-16:30	1	For those at a lower elementary level (but not complete beginners). The goal is to use the Japanese learned so far more productively in everyday situations. Basic ability to read hiragana is required. <Syllabus> (Currently being prepared)
P4	Intermediate Japanese for Daily Use	10 Classes/3 Weeks	From July 6(Mon) to July 24(Fri), 2026 8:30-10:00	1	For those who have completed elementary-level Japanese studies. The aim is to use the Japanese learned so far more naturally in everyday situations. A basic understanding of grammar equivalent to N4 level is required. <Syllabus> (Currently being prepared)

Notes:

Global Units will be issued to course completers. While they are different from regular credits offered by faculties or graduate schools, a certificate with grades will still be issued by the Center for Global Education, scheduled for issuance in September 2026. Details about Global Units can be found in FAQ (Pre-arrival JLP).
During the course period, there will be scheduled opportunities for online interaction both among participants of the Pre-JLP and between participants and current UTokyo students.

Eligibility

Those who have received official authorization (such as an acceptance letter or admission certificate) signed by the Dean for admission to UTokyo at the time of application.

The specific enrollment status at UTokyo after admission:
Undergraduate Student, Undergraduate Research Student, Graduate Student (Master’s Program), Graduate Student (Doctoral Program), Graduate Research Student, Graduate International Research Student, Special Research Student, Special Auditor, or Research Student-Institute.

Note:
Please refer to the syllabus of each course for the Japanese language level required for enrolling in these Japanese courses. Some materials and verbal explanations in the elementary classes will be provided in English.

Fees

Enrollees are charged an application fee and program fees. The procedures and timing of those payments are different.

Application Fee: JPY 5,000

Note: The application fee must be paid by credit card ONLY during the application period and is strictly non-refundable.
Available brands of the credit card depend on the option you choose within Flywire, which handles the payment procedure via the online application system, as well as your location. Depending on the payment option you choose within Flywire, a handling charge may apply. Such a charge must be borne by the applicant. Please note that payments in Japanese yen (JPY) are not accepted.
In addition, some payment methods may experience delays before completion. We strongly recommend applying well in advance to allow sufficient time.

Program Fees:

P1: Survival Japanese for Beginners (A) （0.5 Global Unit, online format）：JPY 32,000
P2: Survival Japanese for Beginners (B) （0.5 Global Unit, online format）：JPY 32,000
P3: Elementary Japanese for Daily Use （1 Global Unit, online format）：JPY 64,000
P4: Intermediate Japanese for Daily Use（1 Global Unit, online format）：JPY 64,000

Note: The program fee must be paid by credit card ONLY after you have received your course placement notification in early June.
Available brands of the credit card depend on the option you choose within Flywire, which handles the payment procedure via the online application system, as well as your location. Depending on the payment option you choose within Flywire, a handling charge may apply. Such a charge must be borne by the applicant. Please note that payments in Japanese yen (JPY) are not accepted.

Enrollment Process

A total of three steps are required from application to enrollment confirmation.

【Step1】

Application for Enrollment and Payment of Application Fee

You must do 1 through 4 below to complete the application submission process. If any step is not completed by the deadline, the application will not be accepted.

Create an account in the online application system (TAO).
Refer to the syllabus and schedule to select the desired course.
Submit the following digital documents and enter the required information (including questions about your Japanese language learning history) in TAO.
- Copy of passport (PDF): Pages displaying the applicant’s name and face photo are required.
- Document indicating that admission to UTokyo has been approved by the Dean.
Pay the application fee.

Note: Before applying through TAO, please read “Regarding the Application” below carefully.

Application Period: April 20 (Mon) to 8:00 June 1 (Mon)

【Step2】

Confirmation of Course Placement and Payment of Course Fee

You will be informed of your course placement via email.
Please make the payment for the course fee after confirming your placement.

Note:
・As a result of the selection process, you may be offered a course different from the one you requested. If it is determined that no suitable course is available, your application may be declined.
・If payment is not received by the deadline, you will be considered to have withdrawn from the course.

Notification of Course Placement: Around June 8 (Mon)

Payment Deadline: 16:00 June 15 (Mon)

【Step3】

Enrollment Confirmation

Your enrollment will be confirmed upon completion of the payment verification.
You will receive formal registration information from the Japanese Language Education Division’s student management system (GATE), so please access it.
From then on, information about the course and Zoom URL for classes will be sent through the GATE system.

Notification of Enrollment Confirmation: Around June 22 (Mon)

Regarding the Application

Please review the following carefully before proceeding with Step 1 of the enrollment process:

1. This program is conducted as one of the UTokyo GUC programs, following the rules outlined below. Please read them carefully before applying.
UTokyo Pre-arrival JLP 2026 Terms and Conditions Currently being prepared

2. Only applications submitted through the following URL will be considered valid:　Currently being prepared

Online Application System TAO (The Admission Office)

When you access this link, you will be prompted to log in or register an account. If you do not have an account, click “account registration” to create one. You can apply for this program only by logging into this account and accessing the link above.

Note:

When you click "Start my application," your Application ID will be displayed. After confirming it, you can click on the "Application" tab in the menu to begin the procedure.
This program is exclusively for Japanese language education. It is distinct from the UTokyo GUC Summer Program offered by the Global Education Center for students enrolled in overseas universities. This program is not listed on the UTokyo page linked from the TAO home page; it can be accessed only via the above link. Please be careful to avoid any confusion.

3. Please be aware that the screening process for all applications will begin only after the application deadline based on the information provided via TAO. It is normal for the status on TAO to continue displaying “Application completed” during this period.

4. The deadline for the application is 8:00 Japan Standard Time on Monday, June 1. For the following reasons, we strongly recommend applying well in advance to allow sufficient time:

After the application deadline, the online application system (TAO) will automatically close, and late submissions cannot be accepted under any circumstances.
The Office may not respond to inquiries promptly.
The Office will not be responsible for any consequences resulting from applicants’ failure to receive, read, and/or reply to messages sent from our office, as well as any malfunctions of networks, PCs, or other devices that may prevent applicants from submitting applications in time.

5. Please be aware that after submitting your application, no further changes can be made for any reason, and the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. We strongly recommend that you review your application thoroughly, with special attention to the course you have applied for.

Note:

By creating an account on TAO, you agree to the "Terms of Use" and "Handling of Personal Information" provided by Samadhi Co., Ltd., the service provider for TAO.
Please regularly check your email at the address you gave when registering as well as your application status on TAO, as we may contact you regarding your application.
Please note that the Office will not be able to provide feedback on screening status or admissions decisions.

FAQ (Pre-arrival JLP)

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