Kikokushijo Academy, a Leading Brand in Returnee and English Entrance Exam Preparation, to Open Bashamichi School in July 2026

Kikokushijo Academy (KA), which provides English education for returnee and bilingual students, will open its Bashamichi School in July 2026 as a new base in the Yokohama area.

The Bashamichi School is conveniently located with direct access to Bashamichi Station on the Minatomirai Line, and is also within walking distance of Sakuragicho and Kannai Stations.

Since its founding in 2004, Kikokushijo Academy has provided learning support for returnees and bilingual students to maintain and improve their English proficiency while preparing them for further education. With the opening of the Bashamichi School, we will further expand opportunities in the Yokohama area for students to think and express themselves in English, leading to academic advancement.

Features of the Bashamichi School

Directly Connected to Bashamichi Station: An Accessible New Base in Yokohama The Bashamichi School will open in an excellent location directly connected to the Minatomirai Line's "Bashamichi Station" (a 1-minute walk). It is also accessible from multiple stations and routes, being a 10-minute walk from "Sakuragicho Station" (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and Yokohama Municipal Subway) and a 12-minute walk from "Kannai Station." The environment makes it easy to commute from central Yokohama, as well as the Minatomirai and Kannai areas.

Further Develop Acquired English Skills For returnee and bilingual students, maintaining and further developing the English skills acquired overseas or in international environments is a major challenge. Through reading, writing, and speaking, Kikokushijo Academy cultivates the ability to think in English and logically express one's opinions.

Cultivating Essential English Skills for the Future Beyond Entrance Exams We support students' learning according to their individual goals, such as returnee entrance exams, English/global entrance exams, Eiken, and TOEFL. Our goal is to cultivate essential English skills that not only prepare students for immediate entrance exams but also pave the way for their subsequent education and future potential.

Three Strengths of Kikokushijo Academy

Over 20 Years of Proven Track Record and Teaching Excellence Catering to students from Pre-K (Nenchu) to high school seniors, we provide instruction tailored to a wide range of goals, from maintaining and improving English proficiency to preparing for returnee and English/global entrance exams, as well as Eiken and TOEFL.

100% English Environment Not only classes but also break times and communication areas are strictly in English. In an immersive learning environment similar to local schools abroad, we naturally nurture students' ability to "think and express themselves in English."

Supporting Learning at Home In addition to in-person classes, we offer online classes six days a week to support studying at home. By establishing a continuous study habit outside the classroom, we back up the consolidation of English skills.

Overview of the Bashamichi School Opening Period: Scheduled for July 2026 Location: Kitanaka Brick & White NORTH 2F, 5-57-2 Kitanakadori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0003 Access: Direct connection (1-minute walk) from Minatomirai Line "Bashamichi Station"; 10-minute walk from "Sakuragicho Station"; 12-minute walk from "Kannai Station" Target Audience: Returnees or bilingual students with equivalent English proficiency (Kindergarten to High School) Existing Schools: Toritsu-Daigaku, Toritsu-Daigaku East, Meguro, Mita, Meidaimae, Shimokitazawa, Kichijoji, Shibuya, Tama Plaza, Funabashi, Bunkyo Motomachi

Trial Lessons and Inquiries Details regarding the Bashamichi School and when enrollment begins will be announced on the official Kikokushijo Academy website as soon as they are finalized.

Introduction to the Group's Educational Businesses Kikokushijo Academy (KA) is one of the educational brands of Global KA Holdings Inc. Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo CEO: Charles Knudsen Group Brands: Kikokushijo Academy (KA), KA International School (KAIS), Global Step Academy (GSA), Kokusaiba, The International School Times (IST), etc.