Kyoto University does not have any academic department focused on Japanese-language studies. Those wishing to improve their language skills, such as to prepare for university studies, are advised to find and attend a suitable language school.
Japanese language classes at Kyoto University
The Education Center for Japanese Language and Culture of the Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences (ILAS) offers two types of Japanese language classes: (1) classes in the Liberal Arts and Sciences curriculum, and (2) support classes not included in the regular curriculum.
Both types of classes, (1) and (2), run from April to August in the first (spring) semester, and from October to February in the second (fall) semester. Online registration takes place in March and September.
Please visit the following for more information on Japanese language classes:
Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences "Japanese Language Classes" (external link)
Intensive Japanese Language Course for Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship Students
The Intensive Course is designed for MEXT-sponsored Research Students and Teacher Training Students intending to proceed to graduate school in either Kyoto or Shiga prefecture. To enroll, applicants must have the academic adviser submit a request to MEXT prior to arrival in Japan. Students will be affiliated with ILAS for the duration of this program, which must be completed before admission to a KyotoU graduate school.
Intensive Japanese Language Course for Monbukagakusho Scholarship Students
Japanese Language Resource Room
The Japanese Language Resource Room offers a variety of materials to support Japanese language learning. Operated by the Education Center for Japanese Language and Culture of the Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences (ILAS), these resources include language study materials, reference books on Japanese culture, CDs, and DVDs. Kyoto University faculty, staff, and students can borrow up to three items at a time for a two-week period to assist with their studies.
Japanese Language Resource Room