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Connect Your Classroom

with Japan

Culture Exchange Program


Give your students the chance to practice English
with peers in Japan as an authentic cross-cultural exchange.

Application Deadline:  Friday, May 15th, 2026

Why Join the Exchange Program?

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Practice Real English

Move beyond textbooks.
Let your students practice their English skills in real-time with students from Japan.

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Zero Complexity

We match your class with a suitable Japanese school and provide support for setting up live sessions.


 

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Completely Free
(Plus ELSA Trial)
No hidden costs.
Your students get free live exchange sessions AND a free ELSA School trial to prepare. Everything is included.

Why Japanese Schools?

Mutual Motivation

Japanese students and teachers are keen to practice English too. This creates a win-win exchange where both groups are genuinely interested in learning from each other.


Perfect Timing & Time Zone

Japan's time zone works well for most Asian countries. Scheduling is easy, and sessions happen at convenient times for your school.


Reliable & Structured

Japanese schools are known for their commitment to education. You can count on consistent, well-organized exchanges.

 

What Your School Gains

✓ Your students build real speaking confidence

✓ International experience strengthens college/career prospects

✓ Your school gains recognition as a global-minded institution

✓ Teachers build an international professional network


How the Program Works

3 Simple Steps to Get Started

Setp1. Click Apply

 Tell us about your class (2 minutes)

Step2. We Match You

We find a Japanese school that fits your needs (we handle this)

Step3. Your Students Practice

Live video session with real peers (30-60 minutes)


Eligibility Requirements:

  • You are currently teaching English at a middle or high school

  • Your students are learning English as a second language  and at basic to intermediate English levels(CEFR A1-B2)

  • Your school is located in a time zone that allows participation in online live sessions during daytime hours in Japan(UTC+9).

    Note:
    Matching with Japanese schools is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed if a suitable school is not found. Also, ELSA School's trial account will be provided once after the programs are started    .