Families in New York, Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut can choose from full-time Japanese schools, Saturday and weekend programs, Japanese preschool, daycare, childcare, after-school and seasonal programs.
The best option depends on the child’s age, plans to return to Japan, local-school schedule, Japanese-language goals, commuting distance and family location.
Full-Time Japanese Schools
The Japanese School of New York
The Japanese School of New York is a full-time Japanese school in Greenwich, Connecticut. It provides elementary and junior-high education, English-language learning, local studies, school events and related support.
The New Jersey Japanese School
The New Jersey Japanese School serves families seeking full-time Japanese education in New Jersey and nearby areas. Families should confirm current grades, admissions, tuition, curriculum and school-bus information directly with the school.
Keio Academy of New York
Keio Academy of New York is a coeducational secondary school for grades 9 through 12 in Purchase, New York. It is part of the Keio educational system and offers a bilingual and bicultural learning environment.
TAKI LIMO provides transportation for Keio Academy students, parents and families. We can assist with JFK, LGA and EWR airport transfers, transportation between the school and Manhattan hotels or residences, enrollment and move-in travel, school events, vacation-period transportation and trips with multiple suitcases.
TAKI LIMO is not an official transportation provider or affiliated company of Keio Academy of New York. Transportation is provided directly to customers who request our service.
Weekend and Saturday Japanese Programs
The Japanese Weekend School of New York — W Campus and LI Campus
These programs are generally designed for children who attend local schools during the week and study Japanese language, mathematics and Japanese culture on Saturdays. The LI campus is an important option for Long Island families, while the W campus serves the Westchester area.
The Japanese Weekend School of New Jersey
This Saturday school in Paramus offers Japanese-language curriculum, including Japanese and mathematics, for children who attend local schools during the week.
New York Ikuei Gakuen
Ikuei Saturday School — Port Washington
This Saturday Japanese program in Port Washington serves young children and elementary-age students. It is a separate institution from the Long Island campus of the Japanese Weekend School of New York.
New York Ikuei Gakuen — New Jersey Campus
The main campus offers several programs, including full-time education, Saturday school, childcare, seasonal programs and school-bus options.
Ikuei Gakuen Manhattan Programs
Manhattan-area programs may include weekend Japanese classes, preschool, childcare and after-school options. Families should confirm the latest campus location before applying.
Japanese Preschool, Daycare and Childcare
Families seeking a Japanese-language environment for younger children can explore preschool, daycare, childcare, weekend playgroups and after-school programs.
Confirm hours, extended care, meals, allergy policies, naps, toilet-training requirements, vaccination records, illness procedures, temporary care, summer programs and current availability.
What Families Should Confirm Before Applying
- Full-time, weekend, Saturday, preschool or daycare program type
- Age and grade eligibility
- Japanese-focused or bilingual education
- Tuition, registration and materials fees
- Vaccination, health and identity documents
- School-bus service, parent drop-off, parking and pickup procedures
- Travel time from Manhattan, Long Island, Westchester or New Jersey
- Midyear transfer, admission screening and waiting-list status
A more detailed school-by-school guide, official links, commuting information and childcare questions are available on our English NY Travel & Local Information page.
This article is general reference information for families researching Japanese-language education. TAKI LIMO does not recommend, certify or guarantee any particular school, preschool or childcare provider. Locations, grades, schedules, tuition, admissions and availability may change. Always confirm details directly with the institution.

