The InterCultural Protocol Academy of Japan
International and Japanese etiquette protocol cross-cultural communication
The finest programmes and certificates in Asia
The premier professional education for teaching international education, international / Japanese etiquette, protocol and intercultural communication. Issuing professional qualifications from Japan, the land of courtesy and non-verbal language. Enhanced training for professionals and organisations, and global skills development for young people.
World-class Comprehensive Programmes and certifications
Specialised in expert development
Accredited Worldwide
Based in Japan, A Land Of Soft-skills
High Class Global Network
Fully Conducted Curriculum
Certificates and licences to be issued
Etiquette & Gentlemen's Studies
International and Japanese etiquette and gentleman's education hone social skills, develop world-class social skills and behave confidently.
Business Protocol & Intercultural Theory
Scientific understanding of essential etiquette and cross-cultural theory for international and Japanese business communication
Diplomatic Protocol
Protocol is a diplomatic norm between states, cities and other large organisations and a technique for facilitating international relations.
Specialist Certifications & Licences
Obtain specialist licences, coach around the world , be a global leader. Together we will link the world as one.
Japan's Only Internationally Accredited School
The world's first-class global network
Certified By The International Protocol Certification Association
Association of selected organisations in only five countries worldwide Exclusive accreditation for Japan
Latest News
- NetflixのThe Crownで学ぶ英語コースが大人気
- Japanese Etiquette And Protocol General Courses Are Starting Soon – Join Us Now
- Japanese Business Etiquette and Protocol courses are extremely popular
- Japanese Protocol and Etiquette courses are extremely popular
- ICPA became a professional training school. It provides instruction and issues certificates to the world. For general courses, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
- Rapid global expansion Inbound and outbound Please consult us
- We support women's success and have established a policy of prioritising women.
- Strengthening services to foreign markets. For non-Japanese nationals outside Japan or in Japan.
- Now you can easily try it out in an online trial session!
- General courses from September 2022 to February 9 at a discount for individual courses.
- 日本人向け一般講座2023年4月コース10名様限定募集開始！年に一度の一般受講チャンス (For Japanese only)
- Toyota Trike Corporation (Mr Hiroyuki and Ms Misako Toyoda) Training for listed company executives.
- Enhanced corporate and embassy training.
- We have partnered with The English Education on the UK Boarding School Study Abroad service.
- Recognised as the only organisation in Japan to be a member of the world's VIP Protocol Executive Organisation, which also includes the former British Royal Family Relations Founding Organisation.
- Collaboration with the International Protocol Accreditation Association of Japan certification examinations.
Global society's essential skills learnt from Japan, a land of courtesy
The Intercultural Protocol Academy of Japan (ICPA) provides guidance for individuals, companies and embassies in Japan and abroad to be globally successful.
ICPA teaches international education, international etiquette, international protocol and cross-cultural communication as universal skills for global success, and trains global specialists who are active worldwide as professional educators, and through training and support for global companies, ICPA We contribute to the globalisation of the world through training and supporting global companies.
In today’s information-oriented and globalised society, the acquisition of these skills is needed more than ever.
As for Japan, the coronation of the new emperor, the most mysterious part of Japanese culture, was broadcast live to the entire world, and the excellent diplomacy of the Emperor and Empress has come to the world’s attention.
For more than 20 years, ICPA has been researching cross-cultural communication techniques and international rituals that form the basis of a global society. As a result, we discovered that the roots of the international rituals that the ICPA has been guiding since the beginning are the very philosophies and customs that the Japanese people have maintained since ancient times.
Non-verbal communication is not only attentive, but also enables smooth communication, allows one to accurately read the thoughts of others and avoid potential risks. The Japanese are a people who have practised this habit on a daily basis for thousands of years.
The global skills required today, including intercultural understanding, interpersonal communication skills, cooperation, soft skills and the all-important etiquette, are skills that have been part of Japan’s historical learning.
At ICPA, these skills are developed due to the fact that Japan is one of the most courteous countries in the world and is recognised worldwide as an expert in this field.
ICPA courses develop all the skills required in a global society, enabling you to live confidently and comfortably in both your personal and business life.
*ICPA is designed for people with the manners, culture and dignity to learn and improve. Please refrain from taking this course if you have not reached a certain level of education.
World Experts
Mari Cecilia Murata
Founder / Principal
International Certified Protocol Expert
Imparting the skills to succeed globally.
William Hanson
The English Manner
英国パートナー
“If you are ever unsure about whether something is correct or not, then my golden rule is: ‘if in doubt, don’t’."
Jimmy Beale
The English Education
Study Abroad UK
Consultancy
Why choose ICPA?
- Specialist training academy
- Deep expertise recognised worldwide
- Japan’s advanced soft skills and courtesy.
- First-class global network
- Systematic and complete programmes
ICPA provides high-quality, high-class education to the top elite of professionals at national and international level, as well as to conscious companies and individuals who aspire to achieve these goals.
General protocol schools tend simply to teach what to do and how to behave, without regard to evidence or thinking skills. As a result, learners tend to have a shallow understanding of the subject and do not connect it to the future, which is one of the reasons why the public says they do not see why these matters are necessary.
At ICPA, we have established that all behaviour and thinking has a foundation and that learning is based on science, based on a variety of proven scientific evidence from research around the world.
From Japan, the land of courtesy and non-verbals, we offer a comprehensive learning package that is available only because we are bilingual Japanese specialists who are operating in the world.
ICPA is the only member in Asia of the Leading Etiquette and Protocol Schools of the World, a global executive group of only five globally selected countries, and is recommended as a Japanese member, with exclusive international accreditation; and It also issues certificates and diplomas and boasts an exclusive accreditation partnership with the International Protocol Accreditation Association – IPAA, representing Asia’s premier world-class, comprehensive international skills training school.
With the confidence and trust of our participants, clients select ICPA to achieve their dreams and succeed.
We will Lead You To Success
High Standard Programmes
From High-Ranked Executives To The General Public Aiming For First-Class
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Comprehensive Curriculum
Systematic, complete curriculum and integrated learning based on scientific evidence, allowing students to acquire the skills they need.
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Recognised In The World
Direct overseas imports from ICPA’s global partners for learning
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Instructor Certification Acquisition
As a lecturer, you can teach other companies, set up your own salon, and be active as an ICPA franchise school.
Have Your Dream Come True
Students' Testimonials
Working with Mari has been a delight over the past two years. She has been an excellent source of knowledge of Japanese etiquette and protocol and has remotely assisted us with projects in the UK, as well delivered training to several clients of The English Manner - always receiving excellent feedback. Mari's work ethic is unquestioned and she always goes above and beyond to deliver for us. Thank you!
Mr William HansonDirecter The English Manner 
The international protocol training taught me global communication and gave me the further upper hand to behave as the head of a very prestigious company. You cannot learn this from books or the internet. I consider Murata Sensei's guidance to be strict and precise, high standard top coaching. I could feel a great change in myself. I believe this is something that other coaches cannot do. We look forward to further guidance from her.
Mr Hiroyuki Toyoda 豊田浩之社長 CFO Toyoda Trike K.K 
I had studied protocol before from another instructor, so I had an image of that, but it's totally different! Murata-sensei is outstanding. She has taught me a grade above in business, diplomacy and behaviour, and I will continue to improve.
Ms Misako Toyoda 豊田美沙子社長CEO 豊田Trike株式会社 
In this international society, I am convinced that international protocol is essential for people at the top of companies. I myself have had the opportunity to meet the Prime Minister of Malaysia, the Thai Royal Family and other people at national representative level, and I firmly believe that this is what I needed to learn. Thanks to Murata Sensei's guidance, which was tougher than I expected, it has motivated me and has been a great learning experience. I would like to continue learning.
Anthem WonPresident, Asian Development Capital Ltd. 
I thought that this education is necessary not only for people working in companies, but also for children in this global society. I felt that we are getting better and better ourselves by acquiring knowledge and education. I would like to learn a lot more in the future.
Kaori OkutsuWedding Planner 
I thought that international education is also necessary for leadership in doctors' work. I was surprised at how much I didn't know about so many things. It is the best self-improvement.
Satoshi Yamashita35 years old Physician, one-off course in international etiquette 
I was able to spend very intensive study time and the month from the start to the end of the course was very fulfilling. I would like to continue learning at the intermediate and advanced levels and become a communicator of this learning.
Rika Kinoshita (25)The Royal Elegance Beginner 
Recommendation. 'All the things I thought I knew but didn't'. Of course if you are involved internationally, but even if you are not, I think you will need it in the future.
Takayuki Sugimoto29, doctor, one-off course in international etiquette 
I felt that no one could give me a better answer than Murata-sensei, who is backed by experience, offers personalised solutions, gives suggestions to help me visualise where I want to go, and has the power to support my growth.
S.Y (32)The Royal Elegance Single 5-hour introduction 
The intermediate level is much more powerful than the beginner level and has given me more and deeper learning and confidence. It really confirms that learning about etiquette and manners and culture is an important thing in life.
Rika Kinoshita (26)The Royal Elegance Intermediate 
おすすめします。村田先生の無駄のない、メンタル面を含めたアドバイスは、毎回本当に勉強になり、高得点を取得できました。パワーがあり、とても魅力的な先生なので、お会いするだけでも刺激を受けます。
畑戸 麻佳大手社長秘書 TOEIC高得点取得 
村田先生に日本人の特徴を踏まえて、英語をお教えいただき、仕事に活かせるようになりました。また、毎週、国際化などのトピックについて、お話いただき、日々、刺激を受けています。
寺田 宗平ビジネス英語受講 アメリカ在住 
This was no run-of-the-mill etiquette school! Murata Sensei is a wonderful person who you can really trust, both as an instructor and as a woman, because she is on the axis and never wavers.
羽鳥 実花The Finishing Touch Beginner 
Thanks in part to Murata-sensei, two out of the four students exceeded their target of over 700 scores! Both the recipients and the students were very happy. We are very pleased to report that the lessons were well received and easy to understand.
某大手企業社員女性外国人対応受付 
おかげさまで目標点700点を超えました。村田先生の素晴らしいご指導の賜物です。特に先生の発音がきれいで、徹底した文法のご指導も素晴らしかったです。たったの10日間ですが、もっと学びたいと思いました。
某大手企業男性海外進出企業 
村田先生は英語の知識はもちろんの事、国の違いによるイントネーションの違いや文化までご存知で驚かされました‼︎リスニングからリーディング、英作文など繰り返し実践して頂き、90分のレッスン時間があっという間に終わりました。“ローマは1日にしてならず”
関 良平 50代 経営者男性 
Despite the limited time, thanks to the well-designed curriculum, we were able to learn in a short time the minimum required in the field. It was not only classroom learning, but we also practised how to stand and escort in person, which gave us good practice in advance.
Mr Shingo ShimizuSelf-employed 
English
日本語