Language school Gifu, International Study Institute Chukyo

Our partner school is located in a three-storey building. It is surrounded by nature and water at the heart of the Japanese countryside. The school, which is 20 minutes by bus away from the centre of Nagoya, has 5 bright and spacious classrooms. You will have the use of a language lab, a library, a study room and free Internet access. During breaks or after classes, you will be able to go to relax in the student lounge with your friends.

Student residence
For those who are independent and wish to make the most out of your free time whilst having complete peace of mind, our partner school proposes staying in a student residence in Gifu itself. The school proposes two, one which is situated only a stone's throw away from the school, and the other around 5 minutes away from the school. In both of these air-conditioned residences, you will stay in a single or double room and will share the common areas, such as the bathroom, kitchen and laundry room, with the other students.

Host family
For students staying with a host family, accommodation is offered in a single room with half board provided. The families live around 30 minutes by train away from the language school centre. This accommodation option can be booked for a maximum of 3 months and is not available throughout the whole year. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The city of Gifu has quite a number of interesting activities on offer and there is little chance of you getting bored. There is a shopping centre located around 15 minutes by bicycle away from the school where you will be able to alternate between shopping, cinema screenings, games...In order to reach the train station of Gifu at the heart of the city centre, it will take you around 20 minutes by bus. You will be able to discover Japanese culture, visit the traditional public baths or play sports. Close by, the Japan Student Services Organization in Hashima also proposes to students to join them for barbeques or sports events... In addition, Gifu is located only 20 minutes by train away from Nagoya, which opens a window onto a perrenial Japanese culture and the most contemporary entertainment possibilities.