Horizon Japan International School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Yokohama, Japan. Founded in 2003. Annual tuition ranges from $18,023 to $21,038 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
Scholarships are available through the Corporate Contribution Plan, granted to students whose parents are employed by participating companies. Families should contact the Business Office for eligibility details and application information.
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About
Horizon Japan International School is a private, coeducational day school in Yokohama, Japan authorized by the International Baccalaureate since June 2013. The school offers the full IB continuum including Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, with all instruction delivered in English.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) with bilingual English and Japanese instruction in Yokohama.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Early Years | JPY 2,440,000~$ 16,213 |
| Primary School (Grades 1-5) | JPY 2,790,000~$ 18,538 |
| Secondary School (Grades 6-12) | JPY 2,890,000~$ 19,203 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥2,690,000 - 3,140,000. Application fee: $201.
Admissions Process
- 1Gather documents (academic records, application fee payment, passport/birth certificate, photos, guarantee letter if applicable, ILP if relevant). Step 2: Submit online application via admissions portal. Step 3: Child may be invited for interview and placement assessment (including EAL assessment). Step 4: Application decision communicated by email; registration occurs if place offered. Step 5: Enrollment begins; WIDA test conducted for EAL learners; family orientation may be organised.
Admissions Details
Rolling admissions on a space-available basis. No published waitlist system; families are informed by email if a place becomes available. Admissions can occur at various times during the year depending on vacancies.
School Day
School Office hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM on weekdays. After-school Daycare runs from 3:30 to 6:00 PM on regular school days. Lunch is offered through a school lunch program.
Student Life
HJIS uses a house system as part of student life, with house-based activities and house competitions included in the extracurricular program.
Uniform dress is required for all students Monday to Friday; uniforms must be neat and clean and students are expected to present a formal appearance. Exceptions apply for special events. A Dress Code Policy governs attire; uniforms are ordered through an online ordering link.
Nutritious meals are prepared by Cezar's Kitchen under the supervision of nutritionists. Vegetarian options are available. Students may opt for the hot lunch program or bring lunch from home; microwaves are available in the cafeteria.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Safety Protocols prioritise the safety, health, and emotional wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors. Emergency communications include emails, website posts, social media, and phone. No child is dismissed without a parent or approved designee with photo ID.
HJIS is a JCIS World School (joined 2024) and CIS-accredited (since 2018) with ECIS membership. Safety protocols describe a culture of safety and trust with robust emergency communications across multiple channels. Dismissal follows strict identification and designee rules. The school maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy.
Student Demographics
School Background
private