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Kohana International School
A small Cambridge primary school in Kawasaki, popular with families in the Kanagawa side of greater Tokyo who want an English-medium option without commuting into central Minato.
In brief
A small Cambridge primary school in Kawasaki, popular with families in the Kanagawa side of greater Tokyo who want an English-medium option without commuting into central Minato.
Founded around 2015, Kohana sits in Kawasaki rather than Tokyo proper, which is part of the appeal for families based in Yokohama and the Tama corridor. The school runs Cambridge primary plus IPC, with the Tsurumi campus drawing most of the early-years intake. Fees of roughly 720,000 to 1,320,000 yen sit well below the established Tokyo internationals.
Parents describe a warm, small-school feel where the principal and teachers know every child, with responsive communication and a real range of extracurriculars given the size. The teaching staff is international and turnover seems steady. Families looking for the polish of ASIJ or Nishimachi will find Kohana less established, but for a Cambridge-track primary at a sensible price in the Kanagawa belt it earns consistent goodwill.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery to UKG | 3 | ¥720,000 |
| Grade 1-5 | 6 | ¥780,000 |
| Grade 6-8 | 11 | ¥900,000 |
| Grade 9-10 | 14 | ¥1,020,000 |
| Grade 11-12 | 16 | ¥1,320,000 |
| Insurance | ¥14,400 | |
| Software Fee | ¥20,000 | |
| Activity Fee (Grade 1-12) | ¥42,000 | |
| Maintenance | ¥60,000 | |
| Building Fund | ¥100,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Stationery (Prep 1) | ¥25,000 | |
| Stationery (Grade 1-5) | ¥35,000 | |
| Stationery (Grade 6-8) | ¥40,000 | |
| Admission fee (Grade 1-12) | ¥55,000 | |
| Stationery (Grade 9) | ¥75,000 | |
| Stationery (Grade 11) | ¥90,000 |
Leadership
Dr Nishant Mishra
Dr Nishant Mishra serves as Principal of Kohana International School, bringing 23 years of educational leadership experience to the role. He is dedicated to advancing modern pedagogy through his vision for 21st-century learning. His leadership priorities include implementing project-based learning, integrating technology across the curriculum, and developing STEAM education programs. He also emphasizes cultivating global citizenship awareness among students. His appointment reflects the school's commitment to enhancing academic excellence while maintaining alignment with Cambridge educational standards.