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Programme Application (Official)

Official Course Application Form

For those who aspire to international refinement and professional excellence

This page provides access to the official application form for programmes offered by ICPA – The International Protocol and Etiquette Academy of Japan.
If you have already decided to enrol, please complete the form below with accurate details. Once submitted, our team will review your application and follow up with further instructions regarding your course and next steps.

🔸 If you have not yet finalised your decision

If you are still considering your options, or would like to request further details about our programmes, formats, schedules or requirements, we kindly ask that you submit an enquiry or brochure request before proceeding with formal registration.
This form is strictly for those who are ready to apply.

▶︎ Click here for the Enquiry Form

【Eligible Programmes】

This application form is intended for the following programmes:

  • Specialist Qualification Programmes (International / Japanese Etiquette and Protocol – Train the Trainer)

  • Global Business & Social Etiquette Courses (including The Elegant Touch and other intensive sessions)

  • Specialised short-term or private training courses

 Programme Overview Page.

【Application Process】

  1. Once the form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email within three business days.

  2. We will confirm your preferred course, schedule, and relevant details before proceeding to the official enrolment.

  3. An interview or pre-course assignment may be required depending on the programme.

【Important Notes】

  • Cancellations after submission are subject to our cancellation policy. Please review our terms and conditions carefully.

  • Group classes require a minimum number of participants. In the event this number is not met, alternative arrangements may be offered.

  • If you are applying for a private class, kindly indicate this in the “Additional Notes” section of the form.

【Data Privacy Statement】

All personal data submitted through this form will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and used solely for the purpose of course administration and communication with you.

Please proceed with your application only after reviewing and agreeing to the information above.

Official Application Form

FAQ

Frequently asked questions answered

Please read Terms and Conditions page before applying for a course.

One-off courses and language courses

  • Application form (agreement to terms and conditions)
  • Identification papers

Short and long-term programmes

  • Application form (including agreement to terms and conditions)
  • Identity document (passport, driving licence or other photo identification)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Course Questionnaire
  • Business certificate (for franchises and organisations)

As the programme is aimed at those seeking to improve their knowledge, the aim is to check and validate the objectives of all participants, to keep them highly motivated and to provide course content appropriate to their experience and position. This is an important requirement of the course assessment.

The group course will only start when the minimum number of participants has been reached.

If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the price will be changed according to the number of participants in that course. In the case of one person, the course will be customised as an individual lectures.

A wide range of working, conscious people attend the courses, including educators, managers, sole traders, lawyers, doctors and other professionals.
Specialists include school personnel, professors and leaders of organisations.

The common denominator is a strong desire to succeed.

ID card, CV submitted, manner and general knowledge test, and other details are not disclosed due to ICPA policy screening.

Persons unable to attend the course:.

  • The identity of that applicant cannot be verified
  • That applicant does not submit the documents by the deadline
  • The applicant’s submitted documents are fraudulent
  • The applicant’s purpose for attending the course is unclear
  • The applicant has a poor attitude
  • The applicant is considered to have a potential problem in the future
  • The applicant’s purpose for attending the course is considered to be fraudulent
    If that applicant engages in any other conduct that is prohibited by the terms and conditions of the course.

A venue is a 5 star place located in the central Tokyo, usually close to Hibiya station.

Complimentary tea or coffee is offered, and meals for table etiquette lessons are included.  

The Imperial Hotel

The Tokyo Station Hotel

These hotels are the venues of our trainings and are the most recommended 4-5 star hotels.

Yes, we will support you as much as possible. However, we do not act on behalf of major visa applications or procedures to be taken by course applicants. ICPA can only submit invoices, study permits and necessary documents.

  • Payment is only accepted by credit card. Cash is not accepted. Credit card payment companies accepted are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club and Discover. The range of accepted credit cards is subject to change.
  • Please contact your credit card company to find out if instalment payments are accepted.
  • Bank transfers are also possible on request, however, international transfers can require two weeks to a month to arrive and if the bank rejects the transfer, it will not be possible to book a place on the course. Please note that no special arrangements can be made for delays caused by these reasons. Please note that bank transfer charges are the responsibility of the applicant.

Under the terms and conditions, no refunds will be made in any case for cancellations due to student circumstances. For more information, please read the terms and conditions of the course. 

Consumption tax (incl. sales tax, VAT, excise duty, etc.): 10% of products when receiving in Japan. 

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