Tokyo Yamate Culinary College

FAQ

Q & A

           

FAQ

To all of you who are considering admission
We have summarized frequently asked questions.If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us directly.

About admission

Can I apply to Yamate Cooking and Confectionery College and Tokyo Yamate Culinary College at the same time?

Yes.
However, certain procedures are required.
In addition, unless the applicant intends to apply for multiple applications, we will not introduce sister schools other than the school to which the applicant is applying.

Please tell me the difference between Yamate Cooking and Confectionery College and Tokyo Yamate Culinary College.

Since they are sister schools, the basic curriculum is the same.
[Daily training] [Practical training] [Overseas training with all participants]
Tokyo Yamate Culinary Institute (Setagaya Campus) is characterized by the fact that there are major subjects where you can learn knowledge of management, health and nutrition, sports nutrition, and a global perspective as well as cooking skills.I aim to become a chef who can play an active role at the cutting edge of the times by acquiring the power of making + α.
On the other hand, Yamate Cooking and Confectionery College (Shibuya School) is an 8-minute walk from Shibuya Station, the center of information transmission to the world. It's clogged, so your sensitivity will be polished.
Please note that the department structure is also different as follows.

Yamate Cooking and Confectionery College (Shibuya School)

Confectionery Comprehensive Course (2 years)

Patissier Major / Chocolatier Major / Boulanger Major

Confectionery Hygienist Course

Patissier Major / Chocolatier Major / Boulanger Major

Cook Course (1 year)

Japanese cuisine major / French and Italian cuisine major / Café major

Double License System (2 years) (Confectionery Hygienist Course + Cooking Course)

Bridal double license system (2 years) (confectionery hygiene course + cook course + bridal course)

Tokyo Yamate Culinary College (Setagaya School)

General Cooking Course (2 years)

Select a class first
Japanese sushi master class
French and Italian cooking master class
Total food master class (cooking + confectionery + drink)

In addition, select the following majors
Management major
Department of Health and Sports Nutrition
Global major

Cook Course (1 year)

Japanese cuisine major/Western cuisine major

Is it okay if I am a complete beginner?

Yes, it's fine.
After entering the school, you will learn thoroughly from the basics, so don't worry.

I am currently in my third year of high school. Can I take the general entrance exam?

Yes.

Is it necessary to have national qualifications as a confectionery hygienist or cook?

Is required.In addition to technology, it proves that you have knowledge of food and hygiene, so customers will recognize you as a highly reliable chef and pastry chef.
Also, in the future, if you want to run your own restaurant, you will need to be qualified as a food sanitation manager. It is absolutely necessary to widen the width ofIn addition, there are many students who will return to school in the future and become teachers, but if they do not have qualifications, they will not be able to teach classes.When choosing a school, we recommend that you choose a school where you can acquire national qualifications (eligibility for the exam for cooks and confectionery hygienists).

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Are there any costs other than tuition?

You do not need to pay any fees other than those listed in the admission guidelines (entrance fee, tuition fee, training fee, facility management fee, miscellaneous expenses).
◆ Click here for details. (https://yamanote.ac.jp/tokyo/admission-guide/payment/

When participating in overseas training, will there be any additional costs other than the cost of Q6?

yes, I have.
Since overseas training scholarships are applied, you can participate for about 0 yen to 15 yen.
Normally, a training trip costs about 50 to 80 yen, but there is a unique "Overseas Training Scholarship" that does not require repayment, so everyone has the chance to study abroad.

◆ The following departments and courses are eligible for overseas training.
Cooking Comprehensive Course (XNUMX years) / Confectionery Comprehensive Course (XNUMX years) Double License System (XNUMX years) / Bridal Double License System (XNUMX year)

◆ Click here for details. (https://yamanote.ac.jp/tokyo/feature/foreign/

Is it possible to pay tuition with a scholarship?

Yes. It is possible.
Please be sure to apply for reservation recruitment of Japan Student Services Organization at your high school.
Before applying, be sure to consult with your homeroom teacher at your current high school.
The Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) will start lending scholarships after admission (around June).
Please note that it cannot be used for tuition paid before enrollment.

About living alone

I am thinking of living alone, can you introduce me to a property?

Yes.
We introduce condominium type and dormitory type according to your lifestyle.

How much is the rent?

For a one-room apartment type, the standard is 4 to 6 yen per month.
For dormitory type rooms, meals are included and the price is 5 to 8 yen.
Tokyo Yamate Cooking College (Setagaya School) has a bicycle parking lot, so you can commute by bicycle.

About AO entrance examination

Please tell me how to apply for the AO entrance examination interview.

◆ If you are applying for an interview only, please let us know your desired date and time from the interview reservation form on our website, by phone, or via LINE.
(There is an on-campus interview and an online interview.)
Reception is available at any time, but high school students will be held on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays or after school on weekdays so as not to interfere with their high school studies.

◆ If you want to participate in the open campus and wish to have an interview after participating Please tell us that you would like to be interviewed when you make a reservation for the open campus.

Do I need a high school "research report" to take the AO entrance examination?

No, it is not necessary at the time of entry (6/1~9/30).
A survey report is required at the time of application (9/1 to 9/30).

Is it possible to have an AO entrance examination interview on the day of the open campus?

Yes. It is possible.
If you have completed your entry, you will be able to undergo an interview on the day of participation.

What kind of questions are asked in the interview?

Since it is an examination item, we cannot answer the content, but at the time of interview, we will judge whether it is the student image (admission policy) required by our school.
◆ Click here for mission policy. (https://yamanote.ac.jp/tokyo/admission-guide/ao/

About open campus

Is there a cost to attend the Open Campus?

No, it doesn't.

Do you have transportation assistance?

yes, I have.
Those enrolled in the pre-college program will receive up to 1 yen once a month.
For those who are far away, up to 5,000 yen will be paid even if it is the first time to participate.

◆ Click here for details
・Pre-College Program (https://yamanote.ac.jp/shibuya/news/5116/
・ Those who live far away (https://yamanote.ac.jp/shibuya/news/10345/

Is it possible for parents to participate?

Yes. It is possible.
At the open campus, we will hold a briefing session for parents at the same time.
We will talk about tuition fees, employment, student life, etc. in detail, so please join us.

Is it possible for a companion to participate in the hands-on training?

Yes. It is possible.

Is it okay to wear plain clothes?

Yes, it's fine.
Please come in clothes that are easy to move in as you will be practicing.

I am looking at various schools for course selection, but please tell me what kind of school I should choose.

It is to choose a school based on whether or not you can grow as a professional.
A fun school life is a prerequisite, but in order to be active in the cooking and confectionery industry, in addition to skills and knowledge, a professional attitude is required.
You can't learn attitudes such as "greetings, time management, and cleaning" in one day.At our school, teachers with a wealth of experience in the professional field provide fun and practical classes in addition to cooking and sweets techniques and knowledge, so that everyone can be active immediately after graduation. I will proceed.