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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Japanese
Typical class size 10
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Musashi International School Tokyo (MIST) is an English-medium school in Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, serving students from Kindergarten to Year 13. Kindergarten (K3–K4) is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and runs in a 100% English environment, with learning areas that include literacy, mathematics, art and design, and physical development. From Elementary, students follow the Cambridge Primary Programme (including Cambridge Primary Checkpoint assessments), then progress through Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoints, and later prepare for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Level examinations in High School. Middle School includes a Community Service class where students develop initiatives to help the local community. The school also notes support services such as bus service, lunch service, after school clubs and extended care.
9 Chome-7-14 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan
The Essentials
Musashi International School Tokyo has 90 pupils, typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.
Location
Musashi International School Tokyo is located in Mitaka, Tokyo, at 9-7-14 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan. The school operates across two Mitaka campuses: the Mitaka Main Campus, which houses the school, kindergarten, English academy, and business school, and the Mitaka Station Campus, which historically housed the English academy and international kindergarten. Both campuses are in the Mitaka area with access from JR trains, making it convenient for international families relocating to Tokyo. (Main Campus address and two-campus setup are cited sources.)
Stages
Musashi International School Tokyo serves Kindergarten through Year 12. The Kindergarten program serves ages 3 to 6, while the main campus provides primary through upper secondary education, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels offered. (Kindergarten campus ages and Cambridge pathway are cited sources.)
Type
MIST is a co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Nationalities represented include Japanese, American, Spanish, Australian, Indian, Chinese, Korean, Brazilian, and others. The school has a Japanese majority among its students; historical data show roughly 80–90% Japanese representation in past years.
Additional learning support
Public materials do not specify dedicated SEN provisions. Some sources note general student support services and extended care; for specifics on Additional Learning Needs, contact admissions.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation listed; the school uses the Cambridge International Examinations framework (a UK-origin curriculum).
Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation listed for the school.
School day structure
Kindergarten day starts around 8:10–8:30 and runs to 14:15 for core hours, with extended care available from 14:16 to 17:00. Lunch is provided. Older-year schedules are not publicly published, but the Cambridge pathway is delivered across primary and secondary.
Bus service
A school bus service is offered. Details on routes and providers are not publicly published; families can inquire about transport options.
Fees
Annual tuition at Musashi International School Tokyo ranges from JPY 1,608,000 to JPY 1,819,000 for 2026/27.
One‑time initial (pre‑enrolment) fees - Registration fee (school registration): JPY 200,000. - Entrance (admission) fee: JPY 300,000 (amount shown for general entry level). - Campus / facilities development fee: JPY 210,000. - Example: for a Grade 1 (six‑year‑old) new enrolment the published one‑time initial fees sum to JPY 200,000 + JPY 300,000 + JPY 210,000 = JPY 710,000; the same published source shows the total first‑year cost for Grade 1 (initial one‑time fees plus the annual tuition) as JPY 2,318,000.
Annual tuition fees by year group (published amounts for the 2025/2026 academic year) - Kindergarten (Kindg.1 / Kindg.2 / Kindg.3): JPY 1,637,000 per year. - Grade 1 to Grade 5 (Primary Years): JPY 1,608,000 per year. - Grade 6 to Grade 8 (Lower Secondary / Middle): JPY 1,765,000 per year. - Grade 9 to Grade 12 (Upper Secondary / IGCSE / A‑Level years): JPY 1,819,000 per year.
Per‑term (three‑term calendar) — illustrative instalments (inference) - The school operates on a three‑term calendar (Term 1: Sep–Dec; Term 2: Jan–Mar; Term 3: Apr–Jul). If annual tuition is billed in three equal term instalments, each term instalment can be estimated by dividing the annual tuition by three. For example: - Kindergarten term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,637,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 545,667 per term. - Grade 1–5 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,608,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 536,000 per term. - Grade 6–8 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,765,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 588,333 per term. - Grade 9–12 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,819,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 606,333 per term. Note: the per‑term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three; the calculation is an inference based on the published three‑term academic structure and the published annual tuition figures. The school's actual billing instalment amounts and whether fees are split equally by term should be confirmed with admissions.
Billing schedule and payment terms (published guidance) - Admissions notices indicate the typical timing for fee collection during the admissions cycle: the school requires the registration (school registration) payment within two weeks of the offer/acceptance notice, and remaining initial and annual fees are generally required by the July payment deadline preceding the new school year. These payment‑timing points are stated in the school's published admissions announcements. - A published lump‑sum (one‑time) payment discount is applied in some cases (a one‑time discount for full annual payment at the start of the year is recorded in school fee summaries).
Boarding / residential provision - The school does not operate boarding residential facilities; it is a day (commuter) school.
Other mandatory and typical additional costs - Maintenance / school running fees, event fees and PTA membership fees are published as recurring annual charges in the school's fee breakdown for different levels (examples from published level breakdowns): maintenance/“running” fees in the JPY 120,000 range, event/activity fees ranging from JPY 100,000–150,000 depending on level, and a PTA fee of JPY 5,000. These items appear in the school's level‑by‑level fee breakdowns. - Preschool / kindergarten initial and annual figures differ from primary/secondary figures; one published preschool summary shows an initial fee set (application fee JPY 19,500; registration JPY 200,000; entrance JPY 150,000; facility fee JPY 210,000) and an annual preschool tuition figure of JPY 1,238,000. - After‑school care (child care to 17:30), extra‑curricular classes, seasonal school programs and school bus services are offered and are charged in addition to standard tuition; published school summaries note that these services carry additional fees. Bus service routes are published but specific bus fees are itemised separately. - School development / campus fees and other one‑off charges (listed above) are collected at enrolment in addition to the annual tuition amount.
Sibling discounts and concessions (published variations) - Published information on sibling discounts varies between sources: one published summary records a second child discount of 5% and a third child discount of 30% on tuition; another published school summary records a second child discount of 10% and a third child discount of 15%. These differing published extracts should be noted when assessing sibling concessions.
Refund / cancellation information (published availability) - The school's published admissions notices state payment deadlines and the timetable for registration and remaining fee payments, but a comprehensive, itemised refund/cancellation schedule (for example specific refund percentages by withdrawal date) is not clearly published in the accessible admissions notices and fee summaries that accompany the fee tables. Parents should note that the school's admissions material sets firm due dates for registration and remaining fees.
Fee payment options (how invoices are issued and typical payment methods) - Application fees are invoiced and paid through the OpenApply admissions system used by the school; the OpenApply guidance shows how parents obtain an invoice and complete payment of the application fee via the OpenApply invoicing workflow. - OpenApply / invoicing systems commonly support payment by bank transfer and by credit card (OpenApply/related invoicing documentation lists credit card and bank transfer among accepted invoice payment methods); schools commonly issue invoices that give specific bank transfer details or a payment link. The school's admissions announcements state invoice/due‑date practices and the need to settle registration and other fees by their stated due dates.
Summary of the most significant published figures - One‑time initial fees commonly published for new primary entrants: Registration JPY 200,000; Entrance JPY 300,000; Campus development JPY 210,000 (total one‑time initial ≈ JPY 710,000). Annual tuition examples (published for 2025/2026): Kindergarten JPY 1,637,000; Grades 1–5 JPY 1,608,000; Grades 6–8 JPY 1,765,000; Grades 9–12 JPY 1,819,000.
Academics
Musashi International School Tokyo teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 17.
Curriculum
Musashi International School Tokyo (MIST) is an English-medium school in Mitaka, Tokyo, serving students from Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3–17). The curriculum follows the Cambridge International framework, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage in Kindergarten and continuing through Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. In Primary, students undertake the Cambridge Primary Programme with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint assessments; in Lower Secondary they progress through Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoints; in Upper Secondary they prepare for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. The school teaches in English, with Japanese taught as a language. Beyond core academics, the curriculum includes STEM, outdoor education, and service and sustainability as key learning strengths.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Musashi International School Tokyo's mission and vision emphasize developing students' ability to set goals, self-assess personal abilities, and grow emotionally, intellectually, and physically. The school highlights goal setting and self-assessment as components of student development within its Cambridge pathway. Middle School includes a Community Service class in which students undertake initiatives to help the local community. An Intensive Growth Program (IGP) may be required for some entrants, indicating targeted after-school support for specific learners. Overall, the school frames wellbeing and personal development as integral to learning through its staff development and broad school-life focus.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions. No information is publicly available about specialist SEN staff, facilities, or dedicated programmes at MIST. The Cambridge curriculum is described for primary and secondary levels, but a publicly disclosed SEN pathway is not provided. There is mention of community service and extended care as general support, but these are not described as SEN supports. Therefore, it is not publicly disclosed whether MIST operates as a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Musashi International School Tokyo is an English-medium school. Kindergarten (K3–K4) runs in a 100% English environment. From Elementary, students follow the Cambridge Primary Programme, with no publicly disclosed separate EAL programme. No explicit EAL provision details are publicly disclosed by the school. Doris notes MIST as an English-medium school.
Mental Wellbeing
The mission statement highlights emotional development as part of holistic student growth. The Middle School Community Service class supports social engagement and wellbeing by fostering empathy and community involvement. No publicly disclosed information about dedicated mental health services or counselling staff is available. The Cambridge pathway emphasizes personal growth alongside academic achievement, supporting wellbeing. Extended care and after-school options provide structured activities that can contribute to student wellbeing.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection policies. There is no publicly accessible safeguarding policy listed on the publicly available materials retrieved. In the Tokyo international school landscape, safeguarding policies are commonly published online, but MIST's policy is not publicly disclosed. Some third-party pages note general safety protocols on campus. If safeguarding policies exist, they would typically be disclosed on the official site.
Admissions
Admissions
Fees (as of January 2026): - One-time (new student) fees: Registration 200,000 JPY; Entrance 300,000 JPY (for primary/secondary levels; Kindergarten entrance may be 150,000 JPY per some preschool fee listings); Campus Development 210,000 JPY; Application fee for preschool programs is listed as 19,500 JPY in some published preschool materials. First-year total for a student entering Kindergarten or Primary (excluding any application fee) is commonly cited as 2,318,000 JPY, which includes 1,608,000 JPY annual tuition plus 710,000 JPY in one-time fees. Note that figures vary by year and program level, and the first-year total does not include an application fee if shown separately. (Sources show the 2,318,000 JPY first-year total and the 1,608,000 JPY annual tuition for the year, with the one-time fees of 200,000 + 300,000 + 210,000 JPY.) - Annual tuition (per year by grade): Kindergarten 3-year sequence: 1,637,000 JPY; Grade 1–Grade 5: 1,608,000 JPY; Grade 6–Grade 8: 1,765,000 JPY; Grade 9–Grade 12: 1,819,000 JPY. These figures reflect published 2025/2026 tuition levels by grade. (Sources show the per-year tuition by grade range.) - Other costs: The school offers bus service; meals and other activities may be available as part of or in addition to the base fees. (Bus service indicated in open directory entry.) - Notable notes: Fee structures are year- and program-specific and may change; refer to current admissions communications for the exact amounts for your child's grade.
Admissions process (step-by-step, current understanding): 1. Info session or campus tour: Families can request an info session or tour through the school's admissions contact options. Sessions are offered in English and Japanese, and you can choose a date/event that fits your schedule. Completing the Info Session/Tour form or emailing the admissions team initiates this step. The school also publishes online information sessions and tours as part of its outreach. 2. Online application submission: Applications are submitted online through the school's admission process. The school has previously announced that applications for the school year are accepted via online formats. Begin the online application as early as possible to secure a seat. 3. Admissions assessment: Applicants may undergo an assessment interview and subject tests, with content varying by grade level and prior reports/transcripts. Assessments are used to determine readiness for Cambridge Primary/IGCSE/A‑Level tracks where applicable. 4. Result notification: Results are communicated within about one week after the interview, depending on grade level and space availability. 5. Registration and deposit deadlines: For accepted applicants, the registration fee is due within about two weeks after notification of the result, with the remaining initial and annual fees due by a specified date. Exact deadlines may vary by year and program. 6. Enrollment and start date: Grade placement is determined by age as of September 1, and the school year typically aligns with Cambridge program cycles (e.g., starting in September). For example, Year 1 starts when the child is of the appropriate age on the cut‑off date.
Notes on current practice and pathways: In 2023–2024, the school announced that Year 1–Year 6 admissions for a September start would be in two phases to accommodate demand, and that applications for the kindergarten were being managed while floor space and class sizes were adjusted. Applications are processed online, and inquiries can be directed to the admissions team.
Languages and program context: Musashi International School Tokyo uses Cambridge International programming and conducts instruction primarily in English; information about Cambridge tracks and age/grade correlations is published in school communications.
Current contact options and info: The school lists an Info Session/Tour form and a direct admissions inquiry channel on its site.
Sources and further reading (for the figures and process outline): OpenApply directory entry for Musashi International School Tokyo; 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 admission notices and communications; preschool fee listings from published materials; first-year and annual tuition figures from published fee schedules. (Cited sources: OpenApply directory entry for MIST; March 2023 admission notice; 2024–2025 admissions communications; International Schools Database fee data; preschool fee listings.)
Scholarships
Scholarships: Musashi International School Tokyo does not list scholarships in the OpenApply directory entry; there is no published scholarship program listed for this school in that directory.
Waitlist
Waitlist/pool: Musashi International School Tokyo does not operate a waitlist. OpenApply's directory entry for MIST shows Waiting List: No, indicating there is no formal waiting pool; spaces are allocated as they become available and applications can be submitted online.
FAQs
What curriculum does MIST follow?
MIST follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Kindergarten through Year 13, including Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels. English is the medium of instruction.
What age range does the school serve?
MIST serves students from Kindergarten (K3-K4, ages 3-4) through Year 13 (age 17).
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from JPY 1,608,000 to JPY 1,819,000 depending on year group.
How large is the school?
Approximately 90 students, providing a very small, personalised learning environment.
Where is the school located?
In Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, a residential area in western Tokyo. The campus is at 9-7-14 Shimorenjaku.
What is the kindergarten like?
Kindergarten (K3-K4) is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and runs in a 100% English environment, providing full immersion for the youngest learners.
What languages are taught?
English is the primary language of instruction across the Cambridge curriculum. Japanese is also taught as part of the programme.
When was the school founded?
MIST was established in 2002 and has grown to serve 90 students through the full Cambridge pathway in Mitaka.
What examination pathways are available?
Students progress through Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary to IGCSE and A Level examinations, providing internationally recognised university qualifications.
Who leads the school?
Emerson Keung serves as Head of School at the Mitaka campus.
