en-top – Enrollment Guide for Foreign Students

Get Your License in English at Kakeji!

ATShortest Period15 Nights 16 Days

English Course Now Available!

Our school offers a course where you can take the academic exams in English. Training is available for Automatic Transmission (AT) vehicles only. Please note that eligibility is limited to those who can read and write in English.

① Why Team GLOBE is Chosen

Multilingual Staff

We have staff members who can speak English and other languages, so you don’t have to worry about language barriers at all.
Enroll Anytime Throughout the Year

We accept applications at any time throughout the year to fit your personal schedule.
Safe Even in Winter!
A Warm Region with No Snow

Kakegawa does not experience snowfall even in winter, so you can comfortably take driving lessons all year round, regardless of the season.

② Great Accessibility!

Take the Shinkansen and you will arrive in no time from Japan’s major cities!

From
Tokyo sta.
↓90 mins
by Shinkansen

From
Osaka sta.
↓120 mins
by Shinkansen

From
Nagoya sta.
↓60 mins
by Shinkansen

From
Shizuoka sta.
↓15 mins
by Shinkansen

③ Safe and Secure Free Shuttle Service!

Shuttle buses from Kakegawa Station and the dedicated dormitory for international students 「Narutaki Dorm」 are, of course, available free of charge.

Please Choose a Plan!

Stay-in Plan

Commuting Plan

Stay-in Plan
Accommodation Introduction

Stay-in PLAN

Frequently Asked
Questions

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I cannot speak much Japanese. Can I still enroll?

Yes, you can enroll. If you use our “English Course,” everything from enrollment, daily driving lessons, and academic exams to graduation can be completed entirely in English. No knowledge of Japanese is required. In addition to English, we also provide support in various languages including Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Indonesian, Tagalog, Thai, Lao, Cambodian, Spanish, and Nepali. We will guide you through the available support and plans, so please feel free to contact us first!

Can I apply with just my passport and Residence Card?

No, the following documents are required for enrollment procedures:
〇 Residence Card (must reflect your current address)
〇Certificate of Residence / Juminhyo (must include your nationality, Residence Card No., and period of stay, and must NOT include your Individual Number / “My Number”)

Are there any enrollment restrictions?

Individuals with tattoos (including body art) are permitted to enroll, but must strictly follow these rules: In Japan, tattoos may sometimes cause discomfort to those around you. Please make sure to completely cover them with long sleeves, support bands, or bandages during training and while on school premises.

What payment methods are available?

Cash, bank transfers, and loans are available.

Can I take practical driving lessons in a foreign language?

Yes, our instructors can speak simple English, and we also use translation devices as an additional aid during lessons.