There are eight main Japanese language schools near Takadanobaba Station:
Tokyo Cosmo Gakuen
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Tokyo Cosmo Gakuen |
Nearest Station | : | 2-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Nearest Station 2 | : | 14-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Line "Shimoochiai" Station |
Address | : | 4-9-2 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo |
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute |
Nearest Station | : | 2-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Address | : | 2-9-7 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Main Campus, Building No.1) |
ISI Language School
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | ISI Language School |
Nearest Station | : | 3-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Address | : | 2-14-19 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo |
Human Academy Japanese Language School Tokyo Campus
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Human Academy Japanese Language School Tokyo Campus |
Nearest Station | : | 1-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Address | : | 4-9-9 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Waseda Yobiko 13:00 Hall 5F |
Sendagaya Japanese Language School
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Sendagaya Japanese Language School |
Nearest Station | : | 4-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Address | : | 1-1-6 Shimoochiai, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo |
Shinwa Foreign Language Academy
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Shinwa Foreign Language Academy |
Nearest Station | : | 5-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Nearest Station 2 | : | 7-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line "Nishiwaseda" Station |
Address | : | 2-14-30 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo |
Tokyo International University Affiliated Japanese Language School
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Tokyo International University Affiliated Japanese Language School |
Nearest Station | : | 4-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Address | : | 4-23-23 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo |
Toshin Language School
SCHOOL INFO
School Name | : | Toshin Language School |
Nearest Station | : | 12-minute walk from JR Yamanote Line and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line "Takadanobaba" Station |
Nearest Station 2 | : | 4-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Line "Shimoochiai" Station |
Address | : | 3-28-1 , Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo ,Dai 6 Koyo Building |
Takadanobaba, known as one of Japan's leading student neighborhoods, is always bustling with activity due to the concentration of campuses such as Waseda University and Gakushuin University. It is also famous in Japan as "Little Myanmar" due to its significant Burmese population, but it is a diverse area with a large number of Asian international students, including Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
There are numerous share houses catering to students in the Takadanobaba area, offering accommodation to many international students. With access to JR Yamanote Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, the area provides convenient transportation options. For more affordable rent, the vicinity along the Seibu Shinjuku Line is recommended. If you prefer a quieter environment compared to the lively and vibrant surroundings, this area is a good choice.
Now, let me introduce five recommended share houses that provide easy access to Takadanobaba Station.
Social Base Higashi Nakano
Access by public transportation: Take JR Chuo/Sobu Line to Nakano Station, then transfer to Tokyo Metro Tozai Line and get off at Takadanobaba Station (1 transfer, 16 minutes ride).
This large share house, "Social Base Higashi Nakano," opened in March 2023 and accommodates 102 households. It's only a 4-minute walk to Higashi Nakano Station and easily accessible to Shinjuku Station as well. The spacious and open living room provides a comfortable atmosphere, and the kitchen is large and convenient, making cooking a breeze. You'll even find a beer server in the kitchen!
Private rooms come equipped with air conditioning, bed, desk, chair, closet, and wired/wireless Wi-Fi. While the share house is co-ed, there are also female-only shower rooms and unit baths available.
SHARE HOUSE DATA
NAME | : | Social Base Higashi Nakano(Japanese Website) |
Move-in condition | : | Men women OK |
Rent | : | 72,000 - 76,000 yen |
Utility cost | : | 19,000 yen |
Number of rooms | : | 102 Rooms |
Access | : | 4 minutes walk from JR Chuo/Sobu Line and Toei Oedo Line "Higashi Nakano" Station |
Couverture Shimo-Igusa
Access by public transportation: Take the Seibu Shinjuku Line and get off at Takadanobaba Station (direct, 15 minutes ride).
Shimo-Igusa Station offers excellent access to the Shinjuku area, making it convenient for outings. The surrounding area is well-equipped with supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores, and other amenities, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle.
Even in Japan's humid rainy season, you can enjoy a comfortable stay with the help of dehumidifiers available for rental in the private rooms. The living room has a natural and relaxing atmosphere, and there are two IH kitchens, allowing you to cook wherever you feel like on any given day. Private rooms are furnished with a two-door refrigerator, closet, and indoor clothes drying facilities. The entrance uses an IC card key system for added security.
SHARE HOUSE DATA
NAME | : | Couverture Shimo-Igusa(Japanese Website) |
Move-in condition | : | Men women OK |
Rent | : | 39,000 - 50,000 yen |
Utility cost | : | 15,000 yen |
Number of rooms | : | 21 Rooms |
Access | : | 3 minutes walk from Seibu Shinjuku Line "Shimo-Igusa" Station |
Modern Living Nakano I
Access by public transportation: Take the Seibu Shinjuku Line and get off at Takadanobaba Station (direct, arrival in 10 minutes).
"Modern Living Nakano I" is a 3-story share house. Despite being a mere 15-minute train ride to Shinjuku, the location is in a quiet residential area, providing a serene environment. You can reach Nakano, the holy land of subculture, in less than 10 minutes by bicycle, making it an ideal share house for manga and anime fans.
The living room, decorated with green as the theme, is equipped with a large cable TV, allowing you and your share mates to enjoy movies and sports gatherings. The entrance uses a digital auto-lock system, ensuring security. Many foreign residents also live here.
SHARE HOUSE DATA
NAME | : | Modern Living Nakano I(Japanese Website) |
Move-in condition | : | Men women OK |
Rent | : | 46,000 - 74,000 yen |
Utility cost | : | 14,000 yen |
Number of rooms | : | 25 Rooms |
Access | : | 6 minutes walk from Seibu Shinjuku Line "Nogata" Station |
M・K Tokyo
This share house is a 15-minute walk from Takadanobaba Station, making it easy to commute to school on foot. It is also designed with "English learning" as its concept, providing support for Japanese residents in their English studies and overseas study plans. The living room operates primarily in English, and there are English teachers living in the share house to help with daily life. The house hosts regular events for residents to interact with each other, providing an opportunity to exchange languages and cultures.
The rooms come in both private and dormitory types. Private rooms include storage space, a refrigerator, and a TV. The entrance uses a card key system, ensuring security, and there is also a parcel box for peace of mind when you are away.
SHARE HOUSE DATA
NAME | : | M・K Tokyo(Japanese Website) |
Move-in condition | : | Men women OK |
Rent | : | 39,000 - 60,000 yen |
Utility cost | : | 13,000 yen |
Number of rooms | : | 23 Rooms |
Access | : | 4 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line "Zoshigaya" Station |
Guest House Cocoya Takadanobaba House
This property is conveniently located just a 4-minute walk from Takadanobaba Station. In addition to private rooms, there are dormitory-type rooms available, offering reasonable rent. The private rooms are equipped with not only a bed and table but also a TV and pipe hanger. The living room, kitchen, and bathroom are spacious and practical, ensuring ease of use. The management company holds monthly exchange parties for residents to foster deeper relationships with their share mates.