New International School of Japan is a Bespoke Curriculum / Japanese Curriculum school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2001. Annual tuition ranges from $14,472 to $18,760 USD.
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Corporate Contribution and Scholarship Program established in 1978 under an agreement with Japan's National Tax Administration Agency. Corporations or organizations can donate directly to the school instead of providing taxable educational benefits to expatriate employees' families; donations fund corporate scholarships for employees' children and support facility and resource development. If a decision to participate is made after enrollment, prepaid fees including the entrance fee may be refunded.
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New International School of Japan is a co-educational day school located in Toshima-ku, Tokyo, Japan. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers instruction in both English and Japanese.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Dual-language (English and Japanese) education from Pre-K through Grade 12 in multiage classrooms staffed by two full-time teachers per approximately 20 students. Curriculum is inspired by Scotland's Curriculum for Excellence and delivered in a three-year thematic cycle. Violin instruction begins by ear from age six, Mandarin Chinese offered as an elective, and International Tae Kwon Do is part of physical education. Saturday and Summer programs available. New building from 2025-26 eliminates waitlists.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 2-6 (1st child) | JPY 2,450,000~$ 16,279 |
| Grades 2-6 (2nd child) | JPY 2,150,000~$ 14,286 |
| Grades 7-8 (1st child) | JPY 2,560,000~$ 17,010 |
| Grades 7-8 (2nd child) | JPY 2,260,000~$ 15,017 |
| Grades 2-6 (3rd+ child) | JPY 1,850,000~$ 12,292 |
| Grades 7-8 (3rd+ child) | JPY 1,960,000~$ 13,023 |
| Grades 9-12 (1st child) | JPY 2,600,000~$ 17,276 |
| Grades 9-12 (2nd child) | JPY 2,320,000~$ 15,415 |
| Grades 9-12 (3rd+ child) | JPY 2,000,000~$ 13,289 |
| Kindergarten-Grade 1 (1st child) | JPY 2,360,000~$ 15,681 |
| Kindergarten-Grade 1 (2nd child) | JPY 2,050,000~$ 13,621 |
| Kindergarten-Grade 1 (3rd+ child) | JPY 1,800,000~$ 11,960 |
| Pre-Kindergarten PK1-PK2 (1st child) | JPY 1,960,000~$ 13,023 |
| Pre-Kindergarten PK1-PK2 (2nd child) | JPY 1,800,000~$ 11,960 |
| Pre-Kindergarten PK1-PK2 (3rd+ child) | JPY 1,600,000~$ 10,631 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥2,160,000 - 2,800,000.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an online or onsite orientation (required). 2) Complete the OpenApply online application form (no application fee). 3) Complete an online Health History Form for each child. 4) Provide transcripts for the most recent two years (Grades 8 onward required for Grades 10–12 applicants). 5) Attend an interview (online or onsite) with parent(s) and child. 6) Grades 9–12 applicants must demonstrate sufficient English and/or Japanese proficiency. 7) Admission decision made on a rolling basis subject to available space. 8) If admitted, pay Entrance Fee (JPY 330,000) within ten days to hold the place.
Admissions Details
Admissions are made on a rolling basis and early application is advised to avoid a waitlist. A new building opening for the 2025-26 school year eliminates waiting lists from Fall Term 2025.
School Day
Regular school day start and end times are not published. Saturday program runs 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Summer Program runs 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported as part of the SEL approach, with emphasis on self-motivation, a healthy self-image, and respect for others within an inclusive, diverse learning community.
Safeguarding and child protection are prioritized; NewIS is committed to child protection and safeguarding in all practices.
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School Background
Governed by School Corporation Iwata Gakuen (Gakko Hojin), a private non-profit institution.