Tohoku Song Da Joint Stock Company is pleased to announce the recruitment of students for the Zensho Scholarship Program at Tokyo World Japanese Language School for the 2027 intakes.

The Zensho Scholarship Program is sponsored by Zensho Holdings Co., Ltd., one of Japan’s largest food service groups, operating well-known restaurant brands such as Sukiya, Nakau, Hamazushi, Coco's Japan, and many others. The programme enables international students to study Japanese while working in restaurants within the Zensho Group, helping to reduce the financial burden of studying in Japan.

ADMISSION INFORMATION

Available Intakes

Applications may close earlier once the allocated quota has been filled.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have completed high school education or higher

• Be in good physical and mental health

• Have no serious medical conditions affecting study or work

• Be willing to work in the restaurant and food service industry in Japan

• Demonstrate responsibility, discipline, and a positive attitude toward learning

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

Sponsoring Organisation

The scholarship is provided by Zensho Holdings, one of Japan’s leading restaurant corporations with an extensive nationwide network of food service establishments.

Scholarship Support

Students admitted under the Zensho Scholarship Program will receive:

• Tuition fee support from the sponsoring organisation

• Stable part-time employment arranged within Zensho-operated restaurants

• Pre-departure orientation and work-related training

• Continuous support during their study period in Japan

• Valuable work experience in Japan’s hospitality and food service sector

FIRST-YEAR SCHOOL FEES

Students receive a tuition reduction of 300,000 Yen during their first year through the Zensho Scholarship Program.

PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT

Students will be assigned to work at restaurants operated by the Zensho Group, including brands such as Sukiya and Nakau.

Hourly Wage

• Approximately 1,386 Yen per hour

Actual earnings may vary depending on the work location, local minimum wage regulations, and the number of working hours permitted under Japanese immigration regulations.

SCHOLARSHIP PERIOD

• Scholarship support is generally provided during the first year of study.

• Depending on academic performance and programme evaluation, the scholarship period may be extended for up to six additional months.

• Maximum participation period: approximately 1 year and 6 months.

CONDITIONS FOR MAINTAINING THE SCHOLARSHIP

Students must:

• Maintain an attendance rate of at least 90%

• Comply with school regulations

• Continue working at the designated workplace assigned by the programme

• Avoid unauthorised absences from work or school

• Pay any required fees on time

• Maintain satisfactory academic and workplace performance

Failure to meet these requirements may result in the suspension or cancellation of scholarship benefits.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Tokyo World Japanese Language School

• Established: 1989

• Address: 1-13-24 Hyakunin-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan

• Location: Central Tokyo, providing convenient access to transportation, employment opportunities, and higher education institutions.

Tokyo World Japanese Language School has extensive experience in educating international students and preparing them for further studies at vocational colleges, universities, and graduate schools throughout Japan.

WHY CHOOSE THE ZENSHO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM?

• First-year tuition support of 300,000 Yen

• Reduced financial burden compared with self-funded study abroad programmes

• Stable employment arranged through a major Japanese corporation

• Practical Japanese language experience in a real working environment

• Opportunity to develop customer service and hospitality skills

• Excellent pathway to further education and long-term career opportunities in Japan

FOR MORE DETAILS OF OUR STUDY ABROAD AND WORKING OVERSEAS PROGRAM, PLEASE CONTACT:

TOHOKU SONG DA JOINT STOCK COMPANY

Address: No. 4, Lane 180 Thai Thinh Street, Dong Da Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam

Hotline: +84 989 044 852

Email: tohokusongda2014@gmail.com

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