Compare International Schools in Japan

Located in Uchikanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Epsom College Tokyo is a forthcoming international school delivering a British Curriculum in English for Early Years Foundation Stage through Year 6, with day boarding. Affiliated with Epsom College UK, the school joins the Epsom family and draws on a network of enrichment. UK-trained teachers deliver specialist subjects such as computer science, languages, music, and physical education. The curriculum is grounded in the English National Curriculum and aligned across the Epsom family to build confidence, curiosity, independence, and readiness for the next step, while embedding Asian heritage and wellbeing. Japanese language pathways run alongside Japanese Social Studies and Global Perspectives to maintain local connections within an international framework. Learning extends beyond the classroom with enquiry-based learning, co-curricular activities, and a day-boarding structure.

North London Collegiate School Kobe (NLCS Kobe) opened in September 2025 and is a co educational day school for students in Grades 1 to 7, located on Rokko Island, Kobe, with convenient access to both Kobe and Osaka. Guided by the philosophy of being an “International School with a Japanese Heart,” the school combines a globally minded education with a strong appreciation for Japanese language, culture, and values. All classes are taught in English and follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, encouraging inquiry based learning, critical thinking, creativity, and international mindedness. The school also places strong emphasis on personalised pastoral care and small class sizes to support each student’s individual development. Facilities at the Rokko Island campus include dedicated spaces for science, ICT, art, music, and drama, providing students with a broad and enriching educational experience. A growing co curricular programme further supports confidence, collaboration, and leadership skills. The planned Senior School campus will open on Rokko Mountain in 2028 and will include boarding facilities, expanding the school’s provision for secondary students within a distinctive natural setting.

Rugby School Japan (RSJ) is a premier British international day and boarding school situated in the Kashiwanoha Smart City of Chiba Prefecture, located 30 minutes from central Tokyo via the Tsukuba Express Line. Serving a co-educational student body aged 11–18 (Years 7–13), RSJ delivers a rigorous British curriculum. This academic pathway leads to IGCSEs for Years 10–11 and A Levels for Years 12–13. Pupils are further challenged and supported through the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), which facilitates independent, deep-dive research into specialised subjects of interest. The school is defined by its commitment to the development of "The Whole Person." Guided by the belief that social, recreational, and cultural engagement is essential to individual growth, RSJ provides a vast array of co-curricular enrichment. This includes professional-level programmes in music, drama, dance, coding, and debating, alongside elite sports clubs, outdoor education, and diverse academic and cultural societies. As it enters its third academic year with a thriving community of 300+ pupils, RSJ offers flexible residency options including Day, Weekly, and Full Boarding, fostering a global community within a state-of-the-art Japanese setting.

UWC ISAK Japan is a co-educational, full-boarding high school in Karuizawa, Nagano. It opened in 2014 as International School of Asia, Karuizawa (ISAK) and joined the UWC movement in 2017. As members of the United World Colleges movement, we are committed to making education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Our own vision sharpens that commitment into something personal and actionable: One Life. Realize Your Potential. Be a Catalyst for Positive Change. These are aspirational statements that form the basis for how we make decisions at all levels of the school, how we teach, and how we learn together. What makes UWC ISAK Japan distinctive is the community that lives this out. Over 80 nationalities. Seventy percent of students receiving some level of financial assistance. A fully residential campus on the slopes of Mount Asama in Karuizawa, Nagano. An IB Diploma Programme, alongside a Grade 10 programme built around leadership and entrepreneurship. Each element matters. Together, they produce something harder to define - a student and alumni body that takes initiative and makes an impact, here and beyond.

Abroad International School Osaka is a co-educational school in Ikuno-ku, Osaka, serving students from age 1 through Grade 12, with learning pathways that include Early Learning Center through High School. The school is an IB Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school notes the DP will launch in August 2026. In the Early Learning Center, the school states the youngest learners follow the UK EYFS framework. Support services include an EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme and a school bus service with published routes/schedules. After-school options include Study Hall in the library and a range of clubs such as soccer, karate, art and crafts and Korean language.

Aichi International School (AIS) is an integrated kindergarten and elementary school in Hoshigaoka, Nagoya, serving children aged 3–12. Kindergarten is taught in a 100% English immersion setting, and the elementary school (Grades 1–6) runs a bilingual program with approximately 70% of instruction in English and 30% in Japanese. AIS states its curriculum is tailored from guidelines set by Japan’s Ministry of Education and British Columbia, Canada. For assessment, AIS notes that Grades 3–6 take the International Schools’ Assessment (ISA) in English and Math, and students also sit EIKEN-based tests. After school, children can join language-learning and sports/culture options such as Japanese lessons, tea ceremony, drama club, soccer and computer club. The school is reachable by subway and bus, with Hoshigaoka Station within walking distance.

Al Sanad School Japan is located at 2 Chome-3-1 Haracho, with the school noting access from Shinden/Dokkyo Station, approximately 8 minutes by bus or 30 minutes on foot. The school offers education from Primary School starting at age 6 and continues into secondary education, including IGCSE and A Level programmes, with Cambridge examination fees referenced in its official fee documents. Daily routines include a scheduled morning tahfiz session. The school also states that clubs are offered alongside the academic programme. Al Sanad School Japan organises structured academic activities such as an English Internal Competition, with separate categories for primary and secondary students. For older students, the school also describes providing overseas opportunities, including a study tour and Umrah trip, as part of its broader educational activities.

Aoba-Japan International School – Bunkyo Campus is an IB World School in central Tokyo that serves Grades 10–12. The campus is on the Yamanote Line, near Sugamo and Komagome stations, and features open-plan classrooms and specialized spaces such as a black-box theater, sound-proof music studios, and multimedia rooms, plus a spacious cafeteria and lobby. The Grade 10 program blends team- and research-based learning with real-life experience through internships. Students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and the Global Leadership Diploma (GLD), with advisory teachers helping tailor pathways to individual interests and career goals. An Online IB Diploma Programme option is available for Grades 11–12, offering hybrid and fully online learning. Beyond academics, the campus runs after-school programs in sports, Model United Nations, and design, and hosts arts events like the DP Arts Exhibition and Shredfest, aligning student passions with university opportunities worldwide. Advisory teachers support course planning early.

Located in Hikarigaoka, Tokyo, Aoba-Japan International School offers an IB continuum for ages 3 to 18. The Hikarigaoka Campus serves Kindergarten through Grade 9, with Early Years grouped multi‑age, Primary Years Programme for K3–Grade 6, and Middle Years Programme for Grade 7–9; the Diploma Programme is available across the network, and a Global Leadership Diploma provides a dedicated pathway. The school emphasizes transdisciplinary inquiry, collaborative learning, and the use of technology, complemented by after‑school extension programs. Facilities include open‑plan classrooms, a sports pitch, a pool, and a gymnasium, plus a halal‑certified lunch program prepared by Cezars Kitchen. Accredited by NEASC and CIS, the campus sits about 30 minutes from downtown Tokyo and hosts over 570 students. Notable features include IB World School status, a full IB pathway, and a 50th anniversary celebrated in 2025. The school also offers bus transport and a range of language, arts, and leadership activities today.

Aoba-Japan International School's Meguro Campus caters specifically to early education for children aged 18 months to six years. Located in Tokyo's Aobadai neighborhood, the campus operates across two adjacent buildings: one dedicated to toddlers and another for four- to six-year-olds. The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), delivering transdisciplinary units in English. Students participate in a distinctive After School Program that features Taiko drumming, violin instruction, calligraphy, and STEAM activities. For older kindergarteners (K4 and K5), swimming lessons run throughout the academic year. The campus serves hot lunches prepared in halal-certified facilities by Cezars Kitchen, offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus daily. The school caps class sizes at 16 children with two educators per room, ensuring individualized attention. K5 graduates from Meguro transition directly into Grade 1 at Aoba’s larger Hikarigaoka campus.

Aoba-Japan International School – Online Campus offers a 100% online high school pathway delivering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11–12. The two-year online program is developed with the International Baccalaureate Organisation and features three core IB courses plus six subject groups, culminating in the IB Diploma and Aoba's double-accredited high school diploma. Instruction is conducted via the Aoba Global Campus platform with live classes, team-based activities, and independent study to support inquiry-based, real-world learning. The daily timetable runs 10:00–17:00 Japan Time, balancing synchronous lessons with individual study and hands-on support from expert teachers. Post-secondary guidance is provided through school counselors, a dedicated homeroom advisor, and teacher office hours. Graduates gain access to optional extracurriculars, experiential activities, and social programs, including trips. The program enables a connected online school community while preserving rigorous IB standards and broad post-secondary pathways. Students benefit from personalized academic support and world-minded peers worldwide.

Apple Learning International School is located in Nishi-kasai, Tokyo. The school offers a Preschool programme for children aged 2 to 6, with structured activities guided by Montessori philosophy. English is introduced through phonics, and mathematics is taught using materials designed to help children understand abstract concepts. For primary years, the school states it follows the Indian CBSE syllabus for Class 1 to Class 3. A regular feature mentioned by the school is weekly gymnastics as part of physical education, held every Friday.

Ascot International School Japan is a Cambridge International School in Kita-ku, Kobe City (Hyogo), serving students from Early Years through Upper Secondary. The school opened its Early Years section in January 2018 and joined the Cambridge International network in May 2022. Students follow Cambridge pathways leading to IGCSE and A-levels, with the curriculum noted as aligned to the English National Curriculum, and Japanese learning offered alongside the English-language program. The campus includes a gymnasium and a full artificial turf soccer pitch, and the school highlights woodland areas used for nature-based learning. After school, students can join activities such as AFA Soccer, basketball, badminton, gaming and homework club.

Axis International School in Kichijoji started in 2003 and serves students from ages 1 to 18. The international school offers an English-language academic program based on Griggs International Academy (U.S.) and students graduating from the high school program earn a U.S. high school diploma. Classes are kept small, with a maximum of 8 students per class and students take required coursework including Bible, English Language, Mathematics, Reading, Science and Social Studies. For eligible high school students (GPA 3.0+), the school describes a dual credit option that can provide college credit while still in high school. The school is about an 8-minute walk from JR Kichijoji Station and also lists paid bus service options.

BSCIS is an accredited British Columbia Offshore School offering a dual educational model for grades 7-12, combining Japanese high school with the British Columbia curriculum. Graduates earn both Japanese High School Certificates and BC Dogwood Diplomas.

Camelot International School is a small international school located in Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, close to Kotake-Mukaihara Station and within easy reach of central areas such as Ikebukuro. Founded in 2014, the school educates students from Grade 1 through Grade 12 and does not offer kindergarten or early years programmes. Teaching is conducted in English across all subjects. The school follows the Cambridge international pathway, offering Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary programmes, followed by Cambridge IGCSE and GCE A Levels in the upper secondary years. In primary school, mathematics is taught using Singapore Mathematics. Class sizes are deliberately small, with the school reporting an average of around 12 students per grade and even smaller groups in the upper secondary years. Camelot operates a main campus for primary and lower secondary students and a separate annex building for upper secondary students, located a short walk away. Students also take part in subjects such as physical education, music, drama and home economics, alongside the academic programme.

Canadian Academy is a PreK–Grade 12 international day and boarding school in Kobe, Japan. THe school was founded in 1913 and is located on Rokko Island. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from Pre-K through Grade 12, including the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes. Early Childhood includes programmes for 3 and 4-year-olds, with literacy and numeracy introduced in age-appropriate ways, as well as specialist classes that can include Japanese. Beyond classes, students can join activities such as Robotics Club, Model United Nations, science clubs and publications, alongside service clubs. For boarding, the school describes a programme for about 40 high school students from over 20 countries, studying in English while living in Japan.

Canadian International School Tokyo (CIS Tokyo) is an international day school in Tokyo offering education from Kindergarten through Grade 12 with English as the language of instruction. It follows the Canadian curriculum and incorporates the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in the early years. In the upper grades, students have access to Advanced Placement course options. Japanese language is taught as part of the curriculum alongside core academic subjects. The school operates multiple campuses in the Shinagawa and Nakameguro areas, both of which are well connected to central Tokyo by public transport. Class sizes typically average around 15 students, with a maximum of about 20, allowing for close interaction between teachers and students. Annual tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year range from approximately ¥2,600,000 to ¥3,100,000. CIS Tokyo is accredited by the Prince Edward Island Department of Education, the International Baccalaureate for the PYP and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The program includes physical education, music and visual arts, and a contracted school bus service is available.

Capital Tokyo International School (CTIS) is a private, day school serving elementary and middle grades across three campuses: Minami-Azabu (Elementary & Middle), Mita (Elementary & Middle G5–G8), and Shibuya (Kindergarten). CTIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme and the Middle Years Programme, with learning organized around Units of Inquiry and, for middle school, the MYP design cycle. The language of instruction is English, and CTIS follows a trilingual approach with Japanese language aligned to MEXT guidelines and Mandarin introduced in elementary years, with continuing Mandarin options. The curriculum also incorporates elements from Australian and Japanese curricula and emphasizes project-based learning (PBL) and STEAM across subjects. Facilities support outdoor activity, with PE classes taking place in nearby parks and local gymnasiums. The school offers After School Programs for G1–G4 and enrichment experiences such as programming, PBL art, video production, and parkour, available to external students. A pathway to higher education is supported by an International University Entrance Qualification. A high school is planned for 2028 to complete a K–12 program.

CGK International School’s Bashamichi Campus is a preschool campus for Age 2 and Age 3 children located in Naka-ku, Yokohama. The campus is within walking distance of Bashamichi Station (about 3 minutes), as well as Sakuragicho and Kannai stations, making it accessible from central Yokohama and nearby areas. According to the school, CGK is an IB PYP World School and received authorization to deliver the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) in July 2024. The preschool programme includes structured physical education and monthly swimming lessons conducted at a nearby indoor heated pool. In addition to the core preschool programme, the school offers fee-based after-school optional classes from 4:30 p.m., such as Programming in English, Dance and Japanese-language programmes including Pygmalion and Ronri Engine. A school bus service is available for preschool students. CGK also notes that English is used as the main language at school, with Japanese taught as a subject, supporting children who are growing up in an international environment in Japan.

CGK International School – Kannai Campus in Yokohama offers international education from age 2 through middle school, with a high school scheduled to open in April 2028. The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and is a candidate school for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with learning structured around inquiry, projects and concept-based teaching. English is the main language of instruction across all sections of the school. The campus is located in the Kannai area of Naka Ward, a central district of Yokohama with convenient access to multiple train stations and nearby cultural and waterfront areas. CGK provides a school bus service for eligible students and offers seasonal school programs that extend learning beyond the classroom. A distinctive feature of the school is its one-year study abroad opportunity for middle school students, reflecting its focus on global experiences and international-mindedness.

Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) is a K–12 co-educational day school in Higashi Kurume, in Tokyo’s northwest suburbs, established in 1950. Instruction is in English and follows a North American curriculum model with Bible classes across grades. In high school, students can take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and complete a required Senior Capstone research-and-project course. Each fall, “School Without Walls” replaces normal classes for a week so students practice leadership and service around Japan. World languages include Japanese and Spanish, offered from beginning levels through advanced/AP options. Students join co-curricular programs such as robotics, Student Council, National Honor Society, drama and music ensembles. Campus spaces include the ARK building, which houses the cafeteria/kitchen, band room and a multi-purpose room for events and activities. Athletics in the high school profile include basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis and track.

Clarence International School is a British international pre-prep school in Minami-Aoyama, described as being in the heart of Tokyo. It serves children from 18 months to 6 years old and follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the National Curriculum of England. Learning includes a strong arts component: the school highlights weekly music lessons with specialist teachers and visual art experiences such as sculpture, printmaking and ceramics. Outdoor learning is built in through frequent time in nearby parks and “Muddy Parks.” In the Rainbow class, children also begin structured technology learning, including typing, LEGO coding, Scratch and robotics. Beyond the school day, children can join termly clubs and the school states it operates its own bus service for routes and excursions.

Columbia International School is a K–12 school in Tokorozawa, west of Greater Tokyo, with access via Higashi-Tokorozawa Station on the JR Musashino Line. Teaching follows the Ontario (Canada) curriculum and all courses are taught in English, with Japanese (Kokugo) lessons offered daily up to Grade 8. The school offers a boarding program, with a dormitory located about an 8-minute walk from campus and supervised daily by a resident dorm supervisor. Co-curricular options listed by the school include activities such as art, newspaper, soccer, music club, yearbook club, photo club and drama club. For older students, the school notes that the Grade 11 Guidance Overseas Trip (G.O.T.) is a compulsory activity.

Deutsche Schule Kobe International is a school on Rokko Island serving ages 1 to 18. The school teaches in English, German and Japanese, with a German curriculum aligned to the Thüringer Lehrplan for German speakers and Japanese mother tongue programme for families. In the Early Years and Primary, students follow the IB Primary Years Programme while mathematics and language are taught through the Cambridge Primary Programme. From 2026/27, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary Cambridge courses lead to the IGCSE, taught in English alongside German and Japanese language study. In 2030/31 the Diploma Programme will be offered; English remains the language of instruction, German is studied as a higher-level foreign language and Japanese may be available at native speaker level. The campus is eco-friendly and on Rokko Island. Facilities include swimming for pupils, specialist music and art, and a range of after-school clubs, coding, robotics and 3D modelling through STEM activities.

Deutsche Schule Tokyo Yokohama (DSTY) is a German international school in Yokohama, founded in 1904. It teaches according to German curricula and awards German qualifications up to the Deutsches Internationales Abitur (Grade 12). The language of instruction is German, and the school offers Japanese learning for both native speakers and students learning Japanese as a foreign language. English and French are also part of the programme, and students can earn the Latinum. Beyond lessons, DSTY runs a coordinated cocurricular afternoon programme (open all-day school) with care options and activities, as well as sports teams in football, volleyball and basketball. A distinctive feature is the on-campus BVB Evonik Football Academy, providing football training from kindergarten through upper school.

Doshisha International School Kyoto (DISK) is a Japanese-registered IB World School located in Kansai Science City, Kizugawa City, Kyoto Prefecture. Established in 2011 as part of the Doshisha International Academy, the campus sits in a rural setting with mountain views. Facilities include a gym, outdoor grounds, Kizuna Terrace, a Science Lab, a Library with nearly 20,000 books in Japanese and English, plus an Art Room, a Music Room and Kizuna Hall. The school delivers the IB curriculum in English for students aged 11 to 18, with a Middle School Programme (MSP) for ages 11–16 and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework used for grades 9–10, comprising eight subject groups and an inquiry-based, concept-based approach. The IB Diploma Programme (DP) offers six subject groups, requires study in at least two languages, and includes the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS; DP total score up to 45. The motto Learning for Life, Learning for the World, Learning for Love guides principled, internationally minded learners. DISK is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). After-school clubs include Model United Nations and Yearbook Club.

Enishi International School in Nagoya offers an IB continuum, which includes the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), serving students from age 1 through Grade 12. Foundation classes use the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and the school states that from Preschool to High School it follows International Baccalaureate programs. The campus is located next to Noritake Garden and is about a 15-minute walk from Nagoya Station. Instruction is described as being in English, and Japanese is taught across age groups, including options in DP subject groups. EIS lists extensive after-school clubs (for example soccer, basketball, dance, drama, coding, robotics, chess and debate) and also mentions free Saturday courses for secondary students in subjects such as math and science.

Fukuoka International School (FIS) is an IB World School in Fukuoka, Japan, serving students aged 3–18. It offers all three IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school is located in Momochi in western Fukuoka City. Its main campus overlooks the Muromi River, and an additional campus (“The Annex”) is a short walk away and houses the Art Center and Design Lab. Facilities listed by the school include a gym, playground, science labs, multiple learning spaces and a 12,000-volume library. Beyond classes, FIS runs an after-school activities programme refreshed each trimester, with examples such as martial arts, handball, yoga and a language lab, plus seasonal athletics clubs for older students. The school also hosts community events, including a Spring Festival described as a large-scale multicultural celebration.

Global Indian International School Tokyo – Kita Kasai Campus opened in April 2023 and is located in Edogawa City, on the eastern side of Tokyo. The campus accepts students from ages 3 to 18 and offers Pre-Primary through Highschool education. According to the school website, Kita Kasai campus provides three academic programmes: the Global Montessori Plus (GMP) programme for early years, the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), and the Indian CBSE curriculum. The IB PYP curriculum includes English as the primary language of instruction, with Japanese or French offered as a second language. The campus is accessible from Nishi-Kasai Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, with nearby Toei Bus connections. GIIS Tokyo also lists a range of co-curricular activities across its campuses, including coding, dance and sports such as soccer and basketball, which support students’ learning beyond the classroom.