Truck – Shizuoka Intensive Course
TRUCK DRIVER'S LICENSE
Intensive Course in Shizuoka
Get your truck driver's license in Japan quickly and conveniently
The intensive course (Gasshuku) is the ideal option for anyone who wants to obtain or upgrade their driver's license category in a short period of time by studying at a Japanese driving school with comprehensive facilities.
During the course, you'll receive housing, meals, hands-on classes, and all the support you need to complete your certification with ease.
With the assistance of the UNISERV, you'll receive support from the time you reserve your spot until you pick up your license at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center (if you're from another prefecture, you'll have to handle this step on your own).
Steps to Get a Truck Driver's License Through the Intensive Course
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Changing from an automatic to a manual driver's license If your current transmission is automatic, you must first switch to a manual transmission.
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Booking a date at a Japanese driving school You will be able to choose your preferred date at the Japanese driving school.
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Intensive Course An intensive course will be held, with the duration varying by category.
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Revocation of the Menkyo Center's License After completing the intensive course, the final step is to pick up your driver’s license at the Menkyo Center. For residents of Aichi Prefecture, we provide assistance at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center. If you live in another prefecture, you will need to complete the license pickup process on your own at the Menkyo Center in your area.
What's included in our package?
- Reserve a spot at the Japanese driving school
- Access to UNISERV's exclusive system, featuring study materials that include the most frequently used words in Japanese conversation classes
- Support on the first day of the course
- Support via WhatsApp throughout the entire process
- Assistance with driver's license renewal at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center (for Aichi Prefecture residents only)
Prices for the intensive course at the Japanese driving school
The type of process depends on the category of driver's license you currently hold. The price may also vary depending on the date you choose, and is confirmed only at the time of booking.
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Futsu → Ōgata ¥398,200 ~ ¥423,500
Duration: 14 days • 30 practical classes + 1 theoretical class
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Chūgata 5t → Ōgata ¥358,050 ~ ¥388,600
Duration: 12 days • 26 practical classes + 1 theoretical class
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Chūgata 7.5t → Ōgata ¥308,000 ~ ¥337,700
Duration: 11 days • 23 hands-on classes + 1 lecture
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Chūgata 8t → Ōgata (No Limits) ¥294,800 ~ ¥319,000
Duration: 9 to 11 days • 20 hands-on classes
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Chūgata 11t → Ōgata ¥237,900 ~ ¥259,600
Duration: 7 days • 14 hands-on classes
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Futsu → 11-ton Medium Tank ¥195,800 ~ ¥226,000
Duration: 9 days • 15 hands-on classes + 1 lecture
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7.5-metric-ton Chūgata → 11-metric-ton Chūgata ¥128,700 ~ ¥150,700
Duration: 7 days • 9 hands-on classes
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5-ton Chūgata → 11-ton Chūgata ¥165,300 ~ ¥187,300
Duration: 7 days • 11 hands-on classes + 1 lecture
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Any category → Trailer ¥164,000 ~ ¥198,600
Duration: 6 days • 12 hands-on classes
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Futsu → Ōgata + Cart ¥493,350 ~ ¥565,500
Duration: 19 days • 42 practical classes + 1 theoretical class
What is included in the intensive course?
- Accommodation in a single room
- Three meals a day
- Practical lessons on the indoor course/street
- Lectures (when applicable)
- Psychological assessment (if applicable)
- First aid course (when applicable)
- There is no fee for failing a course (except in cases where the student is late)
Requirements
- Hold a manual driver's license
- Have a basic knowledge of Japanese
- For the Ōgata process, you must be 21 years of age or older and have held a Japanese driver's license for at least 3 years
- For the Chuugata process, you must be 20 years of age or older and have held a Japanese driver's license for at least 2 years
- Meet the specific requirements for each category
- You must not have any visible tattoos while at the driving school (tattoos on the hands, neck, and face are not allowed)
Important Considerations
- Spots are limited and may fill up quickly.
- The reservation can only be made after the automatic-to-manual category change has been completed (when applicable).
- Once your spot has been confirmed, payment to the driving school must be made within 5 business days.
- Driving school fees may vary by approximately ¥20,000 either way, depending on the available dates.
- The final amount will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Hello Work Benefit
If you meet the program requirements General Education and Training Allowance, you may request a refund of part of the amount paid for the course.
You can expect to receive approximately ¥56,000 to ¥75,000, depending on the category selected and Hello Work's assessment.
Requirements:
- Have contributed to unemployment insurance (雇用保険) for at least 12 months prior to the start of the course.
- If you have already used this benefit in the past, you must wait three years before submitting a new application.
- Refunds are requested only after the course has been completed and the certificate has been issued.
Would you like to file your case?
Please contact us! We'd be happy to help you.
Service Location
We're from Toyohashi-shi, and
We provide consultation services to residents of Aichi Prefecture at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center
Questions? Please contact us!
Truck Driving Intensive Course FAQ
Yes. You must have at least a basic knowledge of Japanese, as all hands-on classes, training sessions, and orientations during the course will be conducted directly by Japanese instructors.
No. To complete the truck licensing process, you must have a driver's license. manual (MT).
Yes, as long as you meet the program requirements General Education and Training Allowance. After completing the course and receiving your certification, you can apply for a refund of part of the amount paid directly through Hello Work.
The amount varies depending on the category chosen and Hello Work's assessment, and can reach approximately ¥56,000 to ¥75,000.
Yes. The UNISERV consulting package can be paid for in cash or by credit card, with installment payments subject to your provider’s terms.
The cost of the Japanese driving school can be paid in cash, by credit card, or through financing (subject to approval) in up to 36 installments.
Yes. The choice of date depends on the availability of spots at the Japanese driving school at the time of booking.
No. Unlike other programs, the intensive course is held at a driving school in Shizuoka.
No. In your case, the process is usually different. Please contact our team for more information.
Yes! Our team will review your current license and recommend the most appropriate category to help you achieve your professional goals. Just contact us to receive personalized guidance.