Japanese Classes
Learn Japanese Through Real Life in Kansai
Learn Japanese in our peaceful Hirakata community, just a short train ride from Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.
Here, everyday interactions — shops, cafés, neighbors — become easy opportunities to practice what you’re learning in class.
You can choose intensive lessons or a steady weekly routine, and the environment stays friendly and approachable. When you need help or clarification, English-speaking staff and guests are always around.
Choose Your Learning Journey
Choose between intensive immersion or flexible weekly classes
Intensive Classes
5 Days to Transform Your Japanese
- Daily private lessons tailored to your goals
- Live in our community house and practice naturally
- Full Japanese exposure from morning to night
- Cultural activities included — you pick what you want to try
A focused program for newcomers to Japan, travelers, and students who want fast, practical progress.
Regular Classes
Steady Progress, Flexible Schedule
- Flexible scheduling - mornings or evenings
- 1-2 classes per week at your own pace
- Conversation-focused lessons with real-life topics
- Small group option for personal attention
Weekly classes for residents, long-term visitors, and anyone learning Japanese while living in the Osaka/Kyoto area.
Learn more about our 5-Day Intensive Japanese Retreat
A short stay that gives you a new relationship with the language. For five days, you’ll learn, speak, explore, and live in a friendly Japanese environment designed for growth.
Perfect For:
- New residents in Kansai
- Travelers staying a few weeks or months
- Beginners starting from zero
- Intermediate learners polishing their skills
What Your 5 Days Include:
12 Private Lessons
We focus on what you actually need: talking to shop staff, introducing yourself naturally, common phrases, and using polite forms without fear.
Daily Conversation
You’ll talk with residents, long-term guests, and our team — real people in real moments.
Choose Activities
Cooking, Games, Presentations
Explore Kansai
Spend a day in Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara. Your teacher helps you use Japanese in real situations while discovering the area.
All meals, accommodation, and materials included!
Our Story - 60 Years of Legacy
For over 60 years, Osaka English House has been a place where learning meets cultural exchange.
It all began as a family boarding house, offering students a warm home while they pursued their studies in Hirakata. Over time, we naturally evolved into an English language center, creating a supportive community where Japanese students could develop their language skills through daily practice.
Today, we welcome travelers from around the world to our guesthouse nestled between Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. While we’ve expanded our services, we proudly maintain our educational heritage and family values.
At Osaka English House, we believe real connections make the best memories.
We hope you’ll join us and become part of our story.
Perfect Location to Explore Kansai Region
Located between Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, Hirakata offers the perfect home base for exploring Kansai’s famous attractions while experiencing the real Japan most tourists never see.
11-4 Okayamatecho, Hirakata, Osaka 573-0034, Japan