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India International School in Japan

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥610,000 - 1,220,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 27
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Indian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Hindi, Japanese, Nepali, Tamil
Strengths Sport, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

India International School in Japan (IISJ) was established in 2004 and provides education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school follows the Indian Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum, with students sitting for CBSE Board Examinations in Grades 10 and 12. IISJ also offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for senior secondary students and publishes IB programme information on its website. The Tokyo campus relocated to a new building in spring 2023, which includes physics and chemistry laboratories, a library, a cafeteria, a gymnasium and a soccer field. Instruction is delivered in English, and additional languages taught as subjects include Japanese, Hindi, Tamil, French, and Nepali. IISJ provides a school bus service in Tokyo. After-school activities listed by the school include Model United Nations, STEM Club, Student Council and sports such as basketball and cricket.

3 Chome-1-4 Sengoku, Koto City, Tokyo 136-0071, Japan

The Essentials

India International School in Japan has 27 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
IISJ operates two campuses in Japan: Tokyo and Yokohama. The Tokyo Campus is at 3-1-4 Sengoku, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0015, Japan, and is well connected by public bus; the nearest Tozai Line station is Toyocho, about a 12-minute walk. The Yokohama Campus is at 3-23 Kirigaoka, Midori-ku, Yokohama 226-0016, Japan. Both campuses are centrally located with ready access to public transportation.

Stages
The school operates Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Tokyo Campus offers Kindergarten (Montessori) through Senior Secondary (Grade 12) with an International Baccalaureate option for Grades 11–12. The Yokohama Campus offers Kindergarten through Senior Secondary CBSE curriculum; IB is available for Grades 11–12 across IISJ.

Type
Co-educational; Day school (no boarding facilities).

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school reports priority for Indian nationals and other foreign nationals in admissions. Nationalities represented include India, Nepal, Japan, the United States, China, South Korea, Pakistan, and other countries, indicating a diverse international intake with Indians forming the largest represented group.

Additional learning support
There is no publicly listed dedicated SEN program; the school states admissions favor a balance of nationalities, gender, and ability. An Extended Day program is available for Kindergarten from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Country affiliation
The school follows India's CBSE curriculum and is designated as a MEXT International School in Japan.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is publicly indicated.

School day structure
Exact daily start/end times are not published publicly. The Kindergarten Extended Day runs 3:00 PM–4:00 PM, and the school operates regular sessions alongside after-school provisions as published.

Bus service
Tokyo bus routes include five published routes connecting areas such as Futako Tamagawa, Meguro, Shirokanedai, Shibaura, Higashi Azabu, Tsukuda, Shinkawa, Kiba, Shiohama, Shiomi; additional routes cover Ariake, Shinonome, Nishikasai, Funabori, and more. Yokohama has two published bus routes: Kami Tsuruma Honcho to Ibukino area and Shin Yokohama to Nakayama-Tokaichiba area.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is not offered. IISJ operates as a day school. An Extended Day program is available for Kindergarten and 1st Grade from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, for a monthly fee of ¥10,000.

Uniform Requirement
There are winter and summer uniforms, and PE uniforms are required. Uniforms can be purchased from the School Shop, which is open 9:30 AM–2:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Food Options
The site does not list an on-site canteen or hot meals. Extended Day provides a snack for Kindergarten and 1st Grade from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with a monthly fee of ¥10,000.

Governance and Ownership
IISJ is governed as a gakko hojin (educational corporation) in Japan, led by founder Mrs. Nirmal Jain. It operates as a private CBSE- and MEXT-designated school with campuses in Tokyo and Yokohama.
Fees

Annual tuition at India International School in Japan ranges from JPY 610,000 to JPY 1,220,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees

- Registration fee: ¥20,000 due at time of admission.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term where stated)

- Kindergarten (Tokyo campus)
- Annual tuition: ¥600,000. No sibling discount. Additional fees apply (see below).

- Grades 1–8 (Tokyo campus)
- Annual tuition: ¥600,000.
- Payment plan (three installments): ¥200,000 per payment (First payment, Second payment, Final payment). Due dates shown under Billing Schedule.

- Grade 9 (Tokyo campus)
- Annual tuition: ¥600,000.
- Payment plan (three installments): ¥200,000 per payment. Additional specific fees for textbooks and uniform apply (see "Other fees").

- Grades 10–12 (Tokyo campus)
- Annual tuition: ¥1,200,000 (¥1.2 million).
- Payment plan (three installments): ¥400,000 per payment. (Students can apply for Tokyo-To tuition support.)

Additional and recurring fees (by item and where applicable by grade)

- Registration (all grades): ¥20,000 due at admission.
- Materials fee / Annual (Kindergarten): ¥10,000 due at beginning of school year.
- Textbooks (annual):
- Kindergarten: materials listed separately (¥10,000).
- Grades 1–8: Textbooks ¥10,000 (annual) due at pick-up.
- Grade 9: Textbooks ¥15,000 due at pick-up.
- Grade 10: Textbooks ¥15,000 due at pick-up. Exam fee applies.
- Grade 11: Textbooks ¥20,000 due at pick-up; Science lab fee ¥50,000 due with first tuition payment.
- Grade 12: Textbooks ¥20,000 due at pick-up; Exam fee ¥50,000 due with first tuition payment; Science lab fee ¥50,000 due with first tuition payment.
- Uniforms:
- Kindergarten uniform estimate: ¥15,000 due at uniform pick-up.
- Grades 1–8 uniform estimate: approximately ¥20,000 due at pick-up.
- Grade 9 uniform shown as ¥10,000 due at pick-up.
- Emergency and insurance fee: ¥5,000 due at time of admission (all grades where listed).
- Transfer documentation fee (where applicable): ¥20,000 due at time of transfer.
- Exam fees:
- Grade 10: Exam fee ¥30,000 due with first tuition payment.
- Grade 12: Exam fee ¥50,000 due with first tuition payment.
- Science lab fees (senior grades): ¥50,000 where specified (due with first tuition payment).

School bus fees (additional; examples by route and annual amounts)

- Bus fees are additional to tuition. Sample annual rates listed:
- Edogawa-ku / Koto-ku (KG–Grade 6): Round trip ¥150,000; One-way ¥90,000.
- Setagaya-ku: Round trip ¥360,000 (one-way not listed).
- Other areas and Grade 7 and above: Round trip ¥200,000; One-way ¥120,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard tuition payment schedule (Tokyo campus):
- First payment (1/3) due April 30, 2025.
- Second payment (2/3) due July 31, 2025.
- Third payment (3/3) due December 31, 2025.
- Payment plan examples: For ¥600,000 annual tuition the three installments are ¥200,000 each; for ¥1,200,000 annual tuition the three installments are ¥400,000 each.
- Late payments may accrue a penalty. In cases of serious delinquency, a student may be suspended from class and official records (grades, transfer certificates, and other official attendance records) may be withheld until accounts are cleared.

Refunds and withdrawal terms

- Refund policy: School Tuition, Registration Fee, and Bus Fee refunds will not be honored at any time.
- Withdrawals: One-month notice is required for school withdrawals for any reason. If a one-month notice is not given, a one-month fee of ¥60,000 will be charged. Bus withdrawals also require one-month notice; failure to give notice will result in being charged for the full month. Students will not be permitted to take exams until payments for that period are made in full.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Payments can be made by direct bank deposit to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), Marunouchi Branch (245). Account number: 1008024. Account type: TOZA (current/checking). Beneficiary listed as Bank of India, Tokyo Branch. Parents/Payors should include “IISJ Tokyo” and the student's name/grade next to the remitter's name on the transfer and send proof of remittance by email to iisjtokyo@iisjapan.com after payment.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed for the Tokyo campus; the published fee schedule treats the school as day school with additional bus fees where required.

Notes on enforcement of fees

- The school enforces payment deadlines, may assess late penalties, may suspend students for serious delinquency, and can withhold official records until outstanding fees are paid in full. A one-month notice requirement applies to withdrawals and bus cancellations.
Academics

India International School in Japan teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
India International School in Japan (IISJ) follows India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for Kindergarten through Grade 12 and is designated as a MEXT International School. Kindergarten uses the Montessori Method with English-language instruction, and from Grade 1 the school teaches Computer Science; Hindi is a regular subject, Tamil is offered from Grade 1, French from Grade 9, and Japanese is taught to integrate local culture. Elementary School (Grades 1-5) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) curricula are CBSE-aligned and emphasize activity-based learning and progression toward more specialized classes. Secondary School (Grades 9-10) follows CBSE with a focus on connecting knowledge to real-life applications and avoiding a strictly textbook-centric approach. Senior Secondary School (Grades 11-12) requires English and four subjects selected from Science, Commerce, or Humanities; an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered in Grades 11-12. IISJ has been an IB candidate/school since 2013, with the IB Diploma Programme available for senior secondary students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional development is supported through IISJ's wide range of after-school clubs and other non-academic activities, guided by a faculty advisor or outside professionals, with activities intended to foster self-confidence and personality development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or facilities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction, and information about any EAL provision is not publicly disclosed.

Mental Wellbeing
There is no publicly disclosed information about a dedicated mental wellbeing programme, though non-academic activities are described as contributing to student development.

Safeguarding
There is no publicly disclosed information about safeguarding or child-protection policies.
Parent Experience

History
India International School in Japan (IISJ) was created to meet the needs of the Indian diaspora in Japan and is the first and oldest school serving this community. It opened in 2004 with an initial enrollment of 27 students. In 2007, with enrollment rising toward 1,000, IISJ moved into its current Tokyo premises. There are two campuses, the Tokyo campus at Sengoku, Koto-ku, Tokyo, and the Yokohama campus at Kirigaoka, Midori-ku, Yokohama. CBSE accreditation was granted in 2010, International Baccalaureate classes were added in 2015, gakko hojin status was granted in 2016, and in 2019 IISJ was designated a MEXT International School.

Community
IISJ is described as a neighborhood school where many students walk or ride their bicycles to campus, creating a sense of belonging. The school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities and after‑school clubs, with an extended‑day option for younger students. IISJ hosts and participates in community events, including the IIMUN conference hosted at the Tokyo campus and Hindi Diwas celebrations at the Indian Embassy. Graduation ceremonies take place for Kindergarten students, and senior secondary graduates, and the school calendar lists events such as the IISJ College Fair and other year‑round activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Association (PA) operates in partnership with the Director of the School and staff to encourage interaction between families and the School, support the curriculum, and improve safety. The PA coordinates programs and projects to support or enrich the curriculum, assists with increased awareness of school safety issues, and organizes fundraising to support programs, equipment, and services. Parents with children currently enrolled are automatically members of the PA. There is a PA Board, and interested parents can contact pa.tokyo@iisjapan.com to join. Volunteer opportunities include School Bus Monitors and Street Crossing Monitors, with library volunteering and other roles welcomed.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school serves Kindergarten through Senior Secondary (Grades K–12) in Tokyo. The campuses are large and include science laboratories, libraries, gyms and playgrounds. The school is designated as an International School by Japan's Ministry of Education (MEXT). The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum.

Sports Facilities
Gyms are part of the campus facilities.

Academic Facilities
There are science laboratories and libraries on the campuses.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Clubs cover athletic, academic, and cultural activities. IB classes are offered in Grades 11-12; IISJ has been an IB candidate school since 2013. Clubs include Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Futsal, Table Tennis, Arts & Crafts, Choir, Drawing, Dance, Green Club, Hibiki (student newspaper), Model UN, Olympiads, Service Club, Speech and Debate, STEM, Student Council, and Vedic Math. Clubs will be offered if there is enough interest, and payment for clubs is by term. Extended Day runs 3:00 PM–4:00 PM for Kindergarten and 1st Grade, on school days, at a cost of ¥10,000 per month.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Model UN, Olympiads, Speech and Debate, STEM, and Vedic Math are offered as after-school clubs. High School students gain leadership experience through clubs that can strengthen college applications.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Crafts, Choir, Drawing, and Dance are offered as after-school clubs. Fees are charged by term.

Cultural & Language
Model UN and Hibiki (student newspaper) are offered as after-school clubs. They form part of IISJ's cultural extracurricular offerings.

Social & Hobbies
After-School Clubs include athletic activities such as Badminton and Basketball. Students are encouraged to start their own clubs to make friends and pursue interests.

Community & Service
Service Club is offered as an after-school club focusing on community service and volunteering. Green Club is also available as part of the clubs.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council is available as an after-school club. For High School students, clubs offer leadership experience that can strengthen resumes for college applications.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Futsal, and Table Tennis are offered as athletic after-school clubs. They form part of IISJ's athletic, academic, and cultural activities.
Languages

Language Provision
All students are required to take English. English is taught as a core subject across the school. The curriculum offers second language options in Hindi, Tamil, French, Japanese, and Nepali. In Senior Secondary, Japanese Language is available as a subject in Science, Commerce, and Humanities tracks.
Admissions

Admissions
The India International School in Japan provides CBSE education from Kindergarten (Montessori) through Grade 12 and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. English is the language of instruction. Grades 10 and 12 sit for the CBSE Board Examinations, and IB is offered in Grades 11–12. Admission primarily serves Indian expatriates in Japan, with a policy to balance nationality, gender, and ability in each class; at least one parent must speak fluent English. An online Application Form is available, along with Application Information and Fees.
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