https://expatsjapan.com/tags/nova/ Recent content in NOVA on Expat Japan Hugo en-us Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://expatsjapan.com/culture/japanese-language-school-guide/ Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://expatsjapan.com/culture/japanese-language-school-guide/ Japanese language schools in Japan 2026: formal accredited schools ¥700,000–1,200,000/year (student visa required), NOVA ¥8,000–15,000/month (no visa, 300+ locations), online tutors ¥1,500–4,000/hour. Decision guide: full-time student track vs working adult track — which is right for you.