Christian Academy in Japan

Established in 1950, the school provides a Christ-centered education designed to equip students to serve Japan and the world. The curriculum integrates a Bible-based perspective to help students understand their faith and their responsibility to serve others.

The school follows a North American curriculum for grades K-12, with instruction delivered in English. The academic program emphasizes literacy, numeracy, science, and social studies, while integrating technology skills throughout the learning experience. Students have access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses and can explore disciplines such as art, music, world languages, and physical education, with a focus on developing leadership and collaborative skills through grade 12.

The school operates a division called Parallel Educational Services, which has supported English-speaking homeschoolers in Japan since 1983. This division provides consultancy, resources, and programs for families who homeschool all subjects or supplement their children's education at home, and it also offers support for affiliated schools.

The school utilizes a rolling admissions process, allowing families to apply throughout most of the school year. The application process includes an online submission, teacher recommendations, a pastor's recommendation if applicable, and an interview with both parents and the student. Applicants for kindergarten and first grade undergo a readiness test, while students in second grade and above must provide standardized test documentation or complete testing; non-native English speakers may also be required to take English language proficiency tests.

The school year operates from late August to early June. For the 2026-27 academic year, the school is scheduled to run from August 19, 2026, to June 9, 2027.

The 4-acre main campus in the western suburbs of Tokyo features a 370-seat auditorium, a 450-seat gymnasium, and a 25,000-volume library that provides access to periodicals, audiobooks, and ebooks. Outdoor facilities include a regulation-size turf soccer field, two tennis courts, basketball courts, and modern playgrounds. The campus also includes a dining hall with a hot lunch program, and every student is provided with a laptop or tablet computer.

The school offers a variety of co-curricular activities and athletics to complement the academic program. These opportunities allow students to develop interests and talents beyond the classroom.