MASTER COURSE
KEEP
MOVING.
N3–N1+Intermediate to advanced
For learners who need Japanese for JLPT, work, relationships, and long-term life in Japan. Choose two or three lessons per week.
02 / PROGRAMS
TWO PATHS.
ONE CLEAR VOICE.
Choose a sustainable Master rhythm or an Intensive foundation. Every class connects Japanese knowledge to real output.
01TWO PROGRAMS
KEEP
INTENSIVE COURSE
BUILD THE
BASE.
N5 / N4Complete beginner to foundational
A structured route into core grammar and practical daily conversation, with N4 and complete-beginner pathways.
02MASTER COURSE MODULES
SIX CLASSES.
FOUR SKILLS.
Build, Flow, and Speak are designed for intermediate learners around N3–N2. The Plus classes add advanced nuance, longer texts, and higher-level discussion for N2–N1 and beyond.
01
Build accurate sentences
Build＋
Turn grammar knowledge into accurate sentences about your work, experiences, and ideas.
Build+ explores nuance, similar expressions, and context-sensitive grammar choices.
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Writing
02
Follow meaning and logic
Flow＋
Read Japanese as a connected flow of meaning—not a pile of separate words.
Flow+ adds long-form reading, business language, keigo, idioms, and structured writing.
- Reading
- Expression
- Business
03
Speak in your own words
Speak＋
Move from short replies to clear explanations with reasons, examples, and opinions.
Speak+ develops presentations, discussion, comparison, negotiation, and business conversation.
- Conversation
- Pronunciation
- Discussion
INTERMEDIATEBuild · Flow · SpeakJLPT N3–N2
ADVANCEDBuild+ · Flow+ · Speak+JLPT N2–N1+ · CEFR up to C1; Speak+ may support C2-level speakers
03SCHEDULE & DURATION
START WHEN
YOU ARE READY.
There are no semesters. Enrollment is open throughout the year. All times below are Japan Standard Time (JST).
MASTER / 01
Master Course
N3–N1+ · CEFR up to C1- Rhythm
- 2 or 3 × 60 min / week
- Times
- Morning classes: Tue–Sun at 10:00 or 11:00. Evening classes: Mon–Fri at 21:00 or 22:00. A 13:30 slot may also be available.
- Duration
- Rolling enrollment. Start at any time and continue for as long as the program supports your goal.
INTENSIVE / N4
N4 Intensive
For learners around N4- Rhythm
- 5 × 60 min / week
- Times
- 09:00 or 13:00, Tuesday–Saturday. 18:30, Monday–Friday.
- Duration
- Minimum three-month commitment. The course can be extended to match your pace and understanding.
INTENSIVE / N5
N5 Foundations
Complete beginner pathway- Rhythm
- 1 × 120 min / week
- Times
- Saturday, 18:30–20:30.
- Duration
- Approximately two to four months, depending on progress.
Class availability depends on level and current enrollment. Confirm your exact schedule after the trial lesson.
04TUITION
CHOOSE YOUR
LEARNING RHYTHM.
Every plan includes online small-group lessons, original Borderless materials, lesson preparation, and personal feedback. No textbook purchase is required.
Master｜2days
2 lessons/week · 8 lessons/month
¥18,000/ month
A steady plan designed to fit alongside work and daily life.
Book a trialMaster｜3days
3 lessons/week · 12 lessons/month
¥27,000/ month
For faster progress in upper-intermediate, business, or JLPT-focused study.
Book a trialIntensive｜N4
5 lessons/week · 60 lessons over 3 months
¥39,600/ month
An intensive path from core foundations to practical use in 90 days.
Book a trialIntensive｜N5
1 lesson/week · 120 minutes on Saturday
¥22,000/ month
A complete-beginner pathway into core grammar and simple daily conversation.
Book a trialTuition is paid in advance. Final placement and schedule are confirmed after the trial lesson.
05SMALL GROUPS
BUILD / FLOW
Build, Build+, Flow, and Flow+ classes have a maximum of eight learners.
SPEAK
Intermediate Speak classes have a maximum of four learners.
SPEAK+
Advanced Speak+ is limited to three learners. Entry is based on readiness and teacher assessment.
06BEFORE & AFTER CLASS
PREPARATION
THINK FIRST.
THEN SPEAK.
- No conventional homework
- Answer personal lesson questions in your own Japanese
- Usually 15–30 minutes; deeper preparation may take 60–90 minutes
- Writing is submitted through the dedicated Borderless form
- AI and search tools are not permitted for submitted preparation
FEEDBACK
SEE THE
NEXT STEP.
- Learning habits and study-method guidance
- Strengths, weaknesses, and priority improvements
- Skill-by-skill observations and progress data
- Personal feedback after every lesson
07LEARNING OUTCOMES
MASTER / SIX-MONTH HORIZON
ONE CEFR
STEP FORWARD.
Work toward measurable progress across listening, speaking, reading, and writing—not JLPT knowledge alone. A six-month period is the standard horizon for seeing one-stage progress, depending on attendance, preparation, and starting level.
INTENSIVE / PRACTICAL FOUNDATION
USE JAPANESE
EVERY DAY.
Develop core grammar and the ability to manage simple daily conversations. The N4 pathway builds toward higher JLPT readiness, including a longer-term route toward N2.
08FLEXIBILITY & POLICY
MISS A CLASS
Move to an equivalent class at another time when the same class is available.
CHANGE COURSE
Change when your level develops or when a teacher recommends the next class.
PAUSE / LEAVE
Pause or leave at any time with one month's notice.
REFUNDS
Learner absences are normally non-refundable. Statutory cancellation rights and undelivered Borderless lessons are handled under the Enrollment Terms.
09STUDENT PROOF
PROGRESS THAT
LEAVES THE CLASSROOM.
Students describe the same change in different ways: more independence, more confidence, and Japanese they can use with real people.
“Borderless became less like studying and more like a weekly part of my life. I became less afraid of mistakes and started building deeper conversations in Japanese.”
“When my sink broke, I made the call in Japanese, explained the problem, and arranged the repair myself.”
“I started as a complete beginner aiming for N5. I never imagined I would be able to speak and read with this much confidence.”
“I could not read hiragana or katakana at first. Now I can read and write basic paragraphs, and I look forward to every class.”
10HOW TO START
FROM QUESTIONNAIRE
TO FIRST CLASS.
No semester and no long wait. Placement begins with your own goals, followed by a trial and a practical course recommendation.
- 01APPLY
Send a trial lesson request and receive a short level questionnaire.
- 02TELL US
Complete the three-minute questionnaire about your current Japanese and goals.
- 03TRY
Join the trial lesson. No separate exam is required before the recommendation.
- 04CHOOSE
Receive a PDF recommendation, then select the class, schedule, and weekly frequency.
- 05START
Pay tuition in advance and begin as early as the following day when a class is available.