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Welcome to Horizon Japan International School.

An International Education in the Heart of Yokohama

Established in 2003, HJIS is an international school for students from Preschool through Grade 12, offering the full IB continuum within a diverse, supportive, and values-driven community.

About HJIS

Why families choose HJIS

Learning beyond the classroom through service, culture, leadership, and real-world experience.

A Strong, Family-Oriented

Community

Students, families, teachers, and alumni build lasting connections through shared learning, school events, service, parent activities, and an active PTA. This strong sense of community helps every family feel welcomed, involved, and connected..

Our Community

Wellbeing &
Safeguarding First

At HJIS, pastoral care is built on trusted relationships, safeguarding procedures, student check-ins, counselling, and close partnership with families. This support helps each learner feel safe, known, included, supported and ready to learn.

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Inclusive &
Open-Minded

Students from different cultures, languages, and backgrounds learn with and from one another. Through respect and open-mindedness, every student is encouraged to feel valued, included, and confident.

Our Values

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Excellent Location
& Access

Our purpose-built campus in central Yokohama offers modern spaces for learning, creativity, sport, and community. A short walk from Yokohama Station and about 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, HJIS is conveniently located for families.

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A Complete
IB Pathway

As an IB Continuum World School, HJIS offers a connected journey through the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Our students build knowledge, independence, and the skills needed for university, work, and life beyond school.

Our IB Programmes

Service Learning &
Global Citizenship

Across the PYP, MYP and DP, students connect classroom learning with community needs through service projects and student-led action. This work builds empathy, responsibility, leadership and the confidence to contribute locally and globally.

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The IB Pathway

Start your child’s journey with joyful, play-based learning in our nurturing international preschool in Yokohama.

Discover how we spark curiosity from day one.

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EYP: AGES 3-5

EYP - EARLY LEARNING

Athletic Teams

Art & Performance

Service Learning

HJIS STUDENT LIFE

Learning, belonging, service and opportunity beyond the classroom.

At HJIS, student life extends beyond the classroom. Through athletics, the arts, service learning, expeditions, after-school programs, wellbeing support, and community experiences, students develop confidence, curiosity, compassion, and purpose.

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After School Programs

Expeditions

Wellbeing & Support

The PTA Community

Our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Horizon Japan International School in Yokohama connects families through volunteering, workshops, and school events. It’s a welcoming space for parents to engage, share experiences, and enrich our international school community.

THE HJIS COMMUNITY

Our school community goes beyond the classroom, offering opportunities for families to connect, graduates to stay involved, and students to celebrate milestones through events, workshops, and cultural activities.

Explore our Parent Teacher Association, Alumni Club, Horizon Connect, and other community initiatives to see how HJIS builds lasting connections within our international school community.

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THE BLOG:
LIFE AT HJIS

Take a closer look at the people, programs, and moments that shape our school community in Yokohama. The HJIS Blog shares highlights from our classrooms, clubs, and Hawks in action.