Japanese Curriculum International Schools in Japan

“Japanese-curriculum” international schools in Japan follow the national curriculum and the Ministry of Education’s expectations while sometimes offering bilingual or international options alongside Japanese-language instruction. Many of these schools aim to serve returnee Japanese families and internationally mobile households by preserving continuity with MEXT syllabuses, and some operate hybrid tracks that combine the Japanese curriculum with programmes such as the IB under Japanese law. Fees vary widely by city and school, with a working benchmark for international school tuition in Tokyo often in the low-to-mid millions of yen per year; expect additional one-off enrolment and ancillary charges. Admissions rhythms differ (Japan’s school year starts in April while many international schools use an August intake), so relocating families should check each school’s language support, legal recognition and year-start before planning a move.