Kyoto / Vocational school
Kyoto Computer Gakuin Automobile School
Become a leading auto mechanic at the forefront of your field!
- Address
- Kyoto Computer Gakuin, 10-5 Nishikujoteranomae-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 601-8407
- TEL(JAPAN)
- 075-681-6334／0120-829-628(International Students Admission Office)
- info@kyoto-jidousha.ac.jp
School Features
Established in 1986, KCG Automobile School is a long-established institution that has produced many nationally certified Grade 2 auto mechanics each year. In 2013, the automobile school became a member of the KCG Group, which consisted of Kyoto Computer Gakuin and other affiliated institutions. At KCG Automobile School, we are committed to training highly-skilled auto mechanics and technicians who will shape the future of the automotive industry and drive innovation in automotive electronics.
Our school has an established partnership with Matsushima Holdings — one of the Kansai region's leading auto dealers — and BMW Japan, the Japanese subsidiary of the global premium German car brand. Through this collaboration between automakers, auto dealers, and computer education institutions, we have developed a comprehensive, hands-on training program for training future mechanics.
An IT automobile school training future mechanics who can meet the needs of the next-generation mobility society.
The Inokuma campus — equipped with the latest vehicles and materials for learning — serves as the training facility for future mechanics.
Faculties, Departments, and Courses
Automobile Maintenance Engineering Program Coed Daytime 2 years
Curriculum Features
◆The only school in Japan officially recognized by BMW
In 2014, KCG Automobile School entered into a partnership with BMW Japan with the aim of fostering future automotive technicians. With the support of BMW Japan, our school is the only automotive technician training institution in Japan to introduce BMW-specific scan tools as practical training equipment. These scan tools enable technicians to perform diagnostics, adjustments, and repairs via a network based on data such as the characteristics of each vehicle model and maintenance history, making them an essential tool for today's automotive technicians.
While BMW's diagnostic tools are typically only available at authorized BMW dealerships, students use this tool as part of their coursework and hands-on training. Students will also learn from a BMW Meister — the highest level certification for BMW technicians — using the latest BMW vehicles as learning materials.
◆Educational support from Matsushima Holdings, Kansai's No. 1 dealer
◇Internships at luxury car dealerships
Internships are held each year during summer vacation at Matsushima Holdings authorized dealerships in Kyoto and Shiga, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Mazda, and Suzuki.
◇Learn directly from working mechanics
Mechanics who are active in the field are invited from Matsushima Holdings as instructors to provide students with hands-on training. Throughout the year, students will not only learn maintenance techniques, but also develop the mindset and professional manners of a working mechanic.
Tuition and Fees
- First Year Tuition Fees
- JPY 1,195,000 (※AY 2026)
Scholarships and Honor Students System
Scholarship system
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Exemption
- Amount
- Exempted Amount: JPY 50,000 to 200,000 from the training fee for the first year
※The exempted amount is decided after review. - Repayment Method
- No repayment
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- ●Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must meet one or more of the following conditions, and be able to serve as role models for other students while contributing to the development of the school:
-Have a high school GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 5-point scale
-Have demonstrated notable achievement in club or student council activities at their most recent school
-Expect to obtain national certification as a Grade 3 auto mechanic
-Hold qualifications not covered by the scholarship program for certified professionals
-Excel in a particular skill, regardless of the field
-Meet criteria recognized by the school's scholarship committee
Matsushima Holdings Memorial Scholarship System
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Loan (interest-free)
- Amount
- KCG Automobile School students who receive job offers from Matsushima Holdings while enrolled will be granted an interest-free loan by the company, which covers the full second-year tuition of JPY 1,095,000.
- Repayment Method
- The loan musts be repaid from salary and bonuses over a 5 year period from April of the first year of employment at Matsushima Holdings.
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- Students who receive job offers from Matsushima Holdings while enrolled at KCG Automobile School
Access
Omiya Campus (Lecture Building)
- Address
- 73 Toujihigashimonzen-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 601-8428 MAP
- Access
- 10 min. walk from Kyoto Station
Inokuma Campus (Training Building)
- Address
- 45-1 Nishikujohujinoki-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 601-8421 MAP
- Access
- 9 min. walk from Kyoto Station
For International Students
The Kyoto Computer Gakuin Automobile School (KCG Automobile School) — affiliated with the KCG Group — is an IT-focused automobile vocational school dedicated to training professionals capable of meeting the demands of the next-generation mobility society. Our institution is equipped with the latest automobiles and all the facilities necessary for learning.
We strive to foster world-leading auto mechanics capable of pioneering the automotive industry.
Currently, there is increasing demand for foreign mechanics in Japan's automotive industry. While there are many job opportunities available in Japan, automotive manufacturers are also expanding their workforces in other countries.