Messages from our school

Greetings to all of our students and their families,

My name is Shinya Sayu, and I am the president of WAYO Japanese Language School. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your interest in and support of our school. I believe that the reason why you have come to Japan to attend university or vocational school is to broaden your range of future options, seize more opportunities, and achieve happiness. Before becoming the president of WAYO Japanese Language School, I ran a tutoring center for elementary and junior high school students in Shanghai, China. Therefore, I have personally felt and understood the strong desire of students and their families for academic success. As you know, in China, the number of higher education institutions is relatively small compared to the population, which leads to intense competition and pressure for further education.

I think that the choice of Chinese students to come to Japan for higher education and personal growth is truly wonderful. By acquiring Japanese language skills and entering Japanese universities or vocational schools, students can broaden their range of future options. Japan has social insurance systems and welfare benefits that allow foreign nationals to receive the same treatment as Japanese nationals. Real estate in Japan is cheaper than in China, and Japan offers a safe living environment, making it an ideal country for long-term living. In addition, it is possible to obtain permanent residency if certain conditions are met. Japanese academic credentials are becoming increasingly recognized in China, making them a powerful competitive advantage in the job market or for starting businesses after returning to China.

Children are treasured family members in China. Based on our school’s basic principle of placing students first in an inverted triangle, we will support and watch over students as they embark on their journey of overseas study, providing opportunities for a broader range of future options. I believe this is our school’s responsibility and mission.

Wayo Japanese Language School is a Japanese language school in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, established in April 2011. Since November 2013, we have been selected as a “proper school” by the Tokyo Immigration Bureau for nine consecutive years.

As a Japanese language school, we understand that it is the first important place where international students come with dreams, learn Japanese, and prepare for the next step in their lives. Therefore, we have established a system that can fully support all aspects of our students’ needs to meet their expectations. We provide support from both Japanese teachers and Chinese administrative staff, who can assist each international student with their learning and daily life, so that they can feel secure and comfortable while studying and living in Japan.

Personally, I have experience operating a Japanese language school and teaching Japanese in Tianjin, China for three years. I understand the difficulties and anxieties that international students may face while living in a foreign country, and I believe that I can provide appropriate advice and support.

Lastly, we all look forward to meeting you in person at our school.

With over a decade of experience in Japanese language education, I currently serve as the Executive Director at Wayo Japanese Language School, overseeing overall school operations and marketing strategy. My work focuses on effective communication, strategic planning, brand development, public relations, and student recruitment.

For many students, coming to Japan means stepping into an unfamiliar world—facing a new language, culture, and lifestyle. It’s natural to feel anxious or alone at first. That’s why all of our staff are not only teachers and mentors, but also a source of comfort and support when challenges arise.

Through interactions with our diverse student body, I’ve come to realize that each student arrives in Japan with their own unique dreams. Helping them discover their potential and supporting them in reaching their goals is at the heart of what I do.

At Wayo, we believe in putting students first. We welcome everyone who wishes to study in Japan to join our community. True education is not a one-size-fits-all process—it is a personalized journey of growth. I hope every student who comes to Wayo can find a place where their dreams take shape.

In addition to Japanese language schools, I have studied Japanese language teaching and business skills at a Japanese language publisher and a management and marketing college. For three years at a Japanese language education publisher, I was involved in creating and editing questions for the NAT-TEST. I joined WAYO Japanese Language Institute in April 2024 with a strong desire to support international students and make my dream come true.

What I appreciate is the trust between teachers and students. First of all, greetings are the basis of communication in Japan. I would like to communicate with students so that words like ‘Ohayo gozaimasu’, ‘Arigato gozaimasu’ and ‘See you tomorrow’ come naturally. If this becomes a habit, I think it will be very useful for students who go on to higher education and find jobs in Japan. I would be very happy if you would feel free to contact me.

I promise to continue to work hard and teach Japanese carefully so that you can achieve success in the future. Why don’t you come and study Japanese with us at WAYO Japanese Language Institute? I look forward to meeting you in Japan.

Ms Yun, in charge of IT and visa status

Drawing on her previous experience at a language school, Ms Yun does her best to support students in applying for residency status, renewing visas and obtaining part-time work permits. We will do our best to be there for any physical problems or difficulties in daily life and solve them together with you.

The WAYO Japanese Language Institute aims to be a place like ‘another home’ where each and every student can study with peace of mind. All of our staff will support you wholeheartedly so that you can feel warmth and security even in a foreign country.