The Japanese language program you know and trust.
Continue learning with the same program and experienced teaching team—now as part of Cultural Exchange Initiative, a nonprofit organization.
NEW!
AI-based adaptive learning system for placement and progress tracking.
Introducing Keiko. Our new learning platform helps every student start at the right level and make steady progress with personalized practice between classes.
Find your level
Take a quick (and free) placement assessment to find the course level that’s right for you.
Practice what you need
Get personalized practice recommendations based on your level, goals, and current course materials. Free practice sets tailored by teachers are available for everyone.
See your progress
Track your activity, monitor progress over time and stay motivated on your Japanese learning journey.
UPCOMING
Fall 2026 Classes
In-person in Brookline, MA and online.
A welcoming community connecting to Japan
Spark© Summer Program
Students are encouraged to apply to CEI’s short-term summer Spark Program. Participants spend 1–2 weeks in Japan, volunteer as facilitators for negotiation, debate and presentation camps, work with local schools, and gain firsthand experience with Japanese culture. Many past participants later joined the JET Program and worked in Japan.
:Re_ Party
:Re_ is our annual Japanese-learning group party. We welcome the chance to bring the Japanese-learning community together for this special event.
Let’s Talk about Anime
Special event partnering with Anime Boston. Courses in conversational Japanese plus some terms used in anime and games for Anime fans and students.
Maria
“Great program, I've been studying Japanese for 1 year with them (2 semesters) and just signed up for the next one. Teachers are very professional. This program is the best in Boston for Japanese language learners.”
What People Are Saying
Christina
“The campus itself is lovely and there is lots of free parking, which is helpful if you are visiting for class, or any of the many festivals the university hosts throughout the year. If you like Japan and Japanese culture, want to learn Japanese, or meet Japanese friends, this is a great place to get involved.”
Stay connected
Follow us on Instagram @japanese.program
Questions? Reach out today.