Japanese · JLPT N5 · N4 · N3 · Student Visa

Japanese for
Student Visa
to Japan

Earn your JLPT certificate and secure your Japan student visa. Expert N5, N4 and N3 Japanese courses at Speak Global Academy, Kurunegala — with online and in-person options.

View Japanese CoursesFree Consultation
JLPT N5 → N3Hiragana & KatakanaJapan Visa PrepOnline & In-Person
Why Japan?

Why Study in Japan?

Japan offers a world-class education, a unique culture, and extraordinary career opportunities — all more accessible than you think.

World-Class Universities

Japan hosts some of Asia's top-ranked universities including The University of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka — tuition fees far lower than UK or Australia.

Generous Scholarships

The MEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government) covers tuition, accommodation and a monthly stipend for Sri Lankan students.

Technology & Innovation

Study engineering, robotics, AI and design at the source — Japan is a global leader in cutting-edge technology.

Safe & Welcoming

Japan consistently ranks as one of the safest countries in the world for international students.

JLPT-Aligned Courses

Japanese Course Levels

Our courses are structured around the JLPT framework — the internationally recognised standard accepted by Japanese universities and immigration.

N5

JLPT N5

Beginner Japanese
3 Months100 kanji~800 words

Start from zero. Master hiragana, katakana and 100 basic kanji. Build foundational grammar and vocabulary for everyday conversation and Japan visa application.

What You'll Learn

  • Hiragana (46 characters) complete
  • Katakana (46 characters) complete
  • 100 essential kanji (JLPT N5 list)
  • Basic sentence structure (SVO)
  • Greetings, self-introduction & numbers
  • Verb conjugation (present & past)
  • Particles: は、が、を、に、で
  • Shopping, asking for directions

Visa Note: N5 is the minimum entry requirement for most Japanese language schools (nihongo gakkou).

Enrol in N5 — Get in Touch
N4

JLPT N4

Elementary Japanese
4 Months300 kanji~1,500 words

Build on N5 to hold meaningful everyday conversations. Cover 300 kanji, complex grammar patterns and practical topics needed to live and study in Japan.

What You'll Learn

  • 300 kanji (cumulative JLPT N4)
  • Te-form, conditional & potential verbs
  • Giving & receiving expressions
  • Talking about experiences (たことがある)
  • Medical, school & work vocabulary
  • Reading short Japanese texts
  • Listening to natural-speed conversations
  • JLPT N4 past-paper practice

Visa Note: N4 is required by most Japanese vocational schools and strengthens your student visa application significantly.

Enrol in N4 — Get in Touch
N3

JLPT N3

Intermediate Japanese
6 Months650 kanji~3,750 words

Reach university-ready Japanese. Understand a wide range of texts, engage in longer conversations, and prepare to study a full degree programme at a Japanese institution.

What You'll Learn

  • 650 kanji (cumulative JLPT N3)
  • Complex grammar (〜ために, 〜ようにする etc.)
  • Keigo — formal/polite speech
  • Academic reading comprehension
  • News article vocabulary
  • University lecture listening skills
  • Formal writing (reports & emails)
  • Full JLPT N3 exam simulation

Visa Note: N3 is required or highly recommended for undergraduate and graduate study at Japanese universities.

Enrol in N3 — Get in Touch

Understanding JLPT Levels

The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has five levels — N5 (easiest) to N1 (expert). Here is what each level means for your visa and study plans.

LevelKanjiVocabularyWhat You Can DoVisa Use
N5100~800Basic greetings, numbers, simple sentencesLanguage school entry (min)
N4300~1,500Everyday conversations, simple readingLanguage school & vocational school
N3650~3,750Most everyday situations at natural speedUniversity admission (recommended)
N21,000~6,000Wide range of topics, near-native readingGraduate school, professional work
N12,000+~10,000Comprehensive understanding, expert userExpert / Professional level

* Speak Global Academy currently offers N5, N4 and N3. N2 and N1 coming soon.

Visa Process

How to Get Your Japan Student Visa

01

Choose an Accredited School

Select a Japanese language school (nihongo gakkou) or university in Japan that is accredited by the Ministry of Education.

02

Achieve Required Japanese Level

Obtain JLPT N5 or N4 certificate (language schools) or N3+ (universities). Speak Global prepares you for all levels.

03

Apply via the School

Your accepting school sponsors your visa application to the Japanese Embassy in Colombo.

04

Receive Certificate of Eligibility

Japan's Immigration Services Agency issues a Certificate of Eligibility, which you use to apply for the student visa at the embassy.

Speak Global Academy Tip

Start your Japanese language course at least 6–9 months before your intended departure date. This gives you enough time to complete N4 or N3 and sit the JLPT examination before your visa application deadline. The JLPT is held twice a year (July and December) — plan your study schedule accordingly.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1What Japanese level is required for a Japan student visa?

Language schools (nihongo gakkou) typically require N5 or N4 for entry. Universities and vocational schools often require N3 or above. We prepare students for all levels.

2What script will I learn in N5?

In N5 you will master all 46 hiragana and 46 katakana characters plus 100 essential kanji — the complete writing foundation for Japanese.

3Can I take classes online?

Yes. We offer live online Japanese classes via Zoom as well as in-person sessions at our Kurunegala centre.

4How long to go from zero to N3?

On our standard track (N5 → N4 → N3) you can reach N3 in approximately 13 months, studying 2–3 sessions per week.

5Is the JLPT certificate accepted for the Japan student visa?

Yes. The JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) is the internationally recognised standard accepted by Japanese immigration and educational institutions.

Start Your Japanese Journey
Today

Contact us for a free placement test and discover which level is right for your Japan study visa goal.

Contact Us Now+94 70 381 4000