TSUJI Institute of Patisserie
More than 145,000 graduates. Make your dream of confectionery come true with the Tsujicho Group's worldwide network!

School introduction video
School Information
Address | 3-9-23 Matsuzaki-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 545-0053 |
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TEL(JAPAN) | 0120-24-2418 |
ryugakusei@tsuji.ac.jp | |
Website | https://www.tsuji.ac.jp/en/ |
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SNS Page | https://www.tiktok.com/@tsujicho |
School Features
●The Tsujicho Group' s global network
The Tsujicho Group has more than 145,000 graduates. More than 2,800 restaurants, both domestic and international, are operated by our graduates. Many of them are now working as head chefs at hotels and famous restaurants.
●From Western confectionery to Wagashi(1) and bread making. Two departments that nurture the power of confectionery
●Confectionery Arts and Management Course (2-year program)
In the first year, students learn the basic techniques and knowledge of all kinds of Western confectionery, Japanese confectionery, and bread making. In the second year, students enroll in one of the following classes to enhance their skills and professionalism: "Confectionery Comprehensive Class," "Bakery and Café Comprehensive Class" or "Western Confectionery Master Class". *The class for the second year should be decided during the first year of study.
●Confectionery Hygienist Regular Course (1-year program)
In a short period of one year, students will learn the knowledge and techniques of Western confectionery, Japanese confectionery, and baking. In addition to acquiring basic skills through a short-term, intensive curriculum, students also learn about the background of confectionery and nutrition. After graduation, students can choose to continue their studies at Tsuji Culinary Institute or study abroad at a French school of the Tsujicho Group where they can learn even more advanced techniques.
*Both courses qualify students to take the Confectionery Hygiene Master examination.
●Learn from top patissiers in the capital of gourmet food at the French School of Tsujicho Group
Learn from top patissiers in the capital of gourmet food at the French School of Tsujicho Group
After graduation, students can enter the French School of Tsujicho Group. After six months of learning from France's star chefs and top patissiers, students can receive approximately five months of training at a top patisserie in France.
(1)Traditional Japanese confectionery.

Receive guidance directly from teachers who have extensive experience and are highly regarded in society

French school of the Tsujicho Group located in Lyon, France.
Faculties, Departments, and Courses
Confectionery Arts and Management Course
Confectionery Comprehensive Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Bakery and Café Comprehensive Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Western Confectionery Master Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Confectionery Hygienist Regular Course
- Coed Daytime 1 year
- Coed Daytime 1 year
- Coed Daytime 1 year + 1 year
French School Study Abroad Course
- Coed Daytime 1 year + study abroad
Confectionery Arts and Management Course
Confectionery Comprehensive Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Bakery and Café Comprehensive Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Western Confectionery Master Class
- Coed Daytime 2 years
Confectionery Hygienist Regular Course
- Coed Daytime 1 year
- Coed Daytime 1 year
- Coed Daytime 1 year + 1 year
French School Study Abroad Course
- Coed Daytime 1 year + study abroad
Curriculum Features
●"Theory + Practice + Cultivation" unique program
Rather than simply memorizing recipes and techniques, students learn the theory of such things as properties of ingredients and the meaning of heating, and then improve their skills through practical training, while also deepening their knowledge of the background and culture of confectionery. By learning confectionery and baking comprehensively, students acquire the ability to create their own original recipes.
●Teachers that also work on TV and in the media
The Tsujiсho Group has 500 teachers. As there are so many of them, if you have any questions, you can ask them at any time. Teachers also research cutting-edge pastries and bread on a daily basis, winning awards at world-class competitions and appearing on TV and in the media.
●Authentic Equipment and Ingredients
The practice rooms, designed for each kind of confectionery, Japanese confectionery, and baking, are equipped with the same equipment used by professionals in the real workplace. Also, in our classes we use the real products, not substitutes for high-quality ingredients.

Tuition and Fees
- First Year Tuition Fees
- *April 2023 enrollment
(2-year program) 1,916,000 yen (1-year program) 2,170,000 yen
*Payment in installments is possible. For tuition fees from the second year onward, please refer to the guidelines. For application, please visit https://www.tsuji.ac.jp/
*In case of enrollment in April 2023
(2-year program) Enrollment fee: 250,000 yen, Tuition: 1,026,000 yen, Educational enhancement fee: 100,000 yen, Practical training fee: 540,000 yen, Total: 1,916,000 yen
(In the second year, tuition fee is 1,200,000 yen, educational enhancement fee is 50,000 yen, and practical training fee is 624,000 yen, total 1,874,000 yen)
(1-year program) Enrollment fee: 250,000 yen, Tuition: 1,090,000 yen, Educational enhancement fee: 100,000 yen, Practical training fee: 730,000 yen, Total: 2,170,000 yen
Scholarships and Honor Students System
Scholarship Program for International Students
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Grant
- Amount
- 150,000 yen
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- Information on entry, selection, and grants will be provided after enrollment.
Who can apply: International students who will enroll in Tsuji Institute of Patisserie in April 2023 and wish to apply for this program.
Honor Students Scholarship Program for Cooking Examination/Confectionery Examination Qualifications
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Grant
- Amount
- 1,000,000 yen
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria (1) and (2).
(1) Those who have obtained Cooking Certification Grade 2 or higher, or Confectionery Certification Grade 2 recommended by the school at the time of application.
(2) Those who intend to enroll in the school the year following the year of application.
(Selection Process)
Primary selection by documents
Secondary selection by interview
French School International Study Scholarship Program
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Other
- Amount
- 300,000 yen
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Students who are enrolled in a study abroad course at the Tsujicho Group French School, and who wish to apply for this program after entering the Tsujicho Group French School in 2024.
*Information on entry, selection, and grants will be provided after enrollment.
Siblings and Children of Graduates Tuition Reduced Fees Program
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Other
- Amount
- 150,000 yen
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Those who meet either of the following conditions (1) or (2) (except for students enrolled before the 2022 academic year)
(1) Children or siblings of current students or graduates.
(2) Only one person up to the second degree of kinship who enrolls in the school at the same time.
*Information on entry, selection, and grants will be provided after enrollment.
French School Tuition Reduction Program
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Other
- Amount
- 300,000 yen
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Applicants who will be enrolled in the following schools in April 2023 and will enter a French school after graduation
[Tsuji Institute of Patisserie] ●All departments
Double License Tuition Reduction Program
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Other
- Amount
- 350,000 yen (Entrance fee and educational enhancement fee for the school you will enter)
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Applicants must enroll in the following courses in April 2023
[Tsuji Institute of Patisserie] ●Confectionery Hygienist Regular Course Double License Course
Tuition Reduction Program for Accredited Schools Entrants
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Other
- Amount
- 350,000 yen (Entrance fee and educational enhancement fee for the school you will enter)
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
Students who enter the following schools and who will further their studies in other subjects in the Tsujicho Group after graduation.
[Tsuji Institute of Patisserie]
●All departments (excluding those who enroll in Confectionery Hygienist Regular Course Double License Course or French School)
Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Grant
- Amount
- 48,000 yen per month x 12 months, 48,000 yen per month x 6 months (example for FY2021)
- Repayment Method
- No refund required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- (Application Requirements)
International students who enroll in the following departments in 2023 academic year and wish to apply for this program
*For detailed application requirements, please refer to the JASSO website.
Tsuji Institute of Patisserie
●Confectionery Arts and Management Course
Entrance Examination
First application
- Application Period
- Application period: September 1 (Thursday) to September 7 (Wednesday), must be submitted within the designated period.
- Selection Process, etc.
- All applications will be accepted during the application period.
Requirements: All applicants who meet the application requirements (Japanese residents / Residents outside of Japan).
*Foreign nationals residing in Japan with a status other than "Studying Abroad" should contact the International Students Information Desk.
*Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on the last day of each application period.
Second application
- Application Period
- Application period: September 8 (Thursday) to October 5 (Wednesday), must be submitted within the designated period.
- Selection Process, etc.
- Even during this period, applications will be closed as soon as the number of applicants reaches the maximum number.
Requirements: All applicants who meet the application requirements (Japanese residents / Residents outside of Japan).
*Foreign nationals residing in Japan with a status other than "Studying Abroad" should contact the International Students Information Desk.
*Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on the last day of each application period.
Third application (1)
- Application Period
- Application period: October 6 (Thursday) to December 26 (Monday), must be submitted within the designated period.
- Selection Process, etc.
- Even during this period, applications will be closed as soon as the number of applicants reaches the maximum number.
Requirements: Applicants who meet the application requirements and reside outside of Japan.
*Foreign nationals residing in Japan with a status other than "Studying Abroad" should contact the International Students Information Desk.
*Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on the last day of each application period.
Third application (2)
- Application Period
- Application period: October 6 (Thursday) to March 6 (Monday) 2023, must be submitted within the designated period.
- Selection Process, etc.
- Even during this period, applications will be closed as soon as the number of applicants reaches the maximum number.
Requirements: Applicants must meet the application requirements and reside in Japan.
*Foreign nationals residing in Japan with a status other than "Studying Abroad" should contact the International Students Information Desk.
*Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on the last day of each application period.
Access
Tsuji Institute of Patisserie
- Address
- 3-9-23 Matsuzaki-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 545-0053 MAP
- Access
- 8 minutes walk from South Exit of Tennoji Station (JR and Osaka Metro Midosuji Line)
8 minutes walk from Abeno exit of Osaka Abenobashi station (Kintetsu line)
4 minutes walk from Exit 3 of Abeno Station (Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line)
For International Students
●There are 141 international students currently enrolled at Tsuji Institute of Patisserie (FY 2021)
Many students come from all over Asia and many other countries to learn about the best pastries and cuisines.
(Countries of origin of our foreign students)
Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar
●Abroad stores owned by our graduates
Tsujicho Group graduates operate their own restaurants not only in Japan but also in other 15 countries around the world.
(Overseas countries where our graduates have opened restaurants)
France, Germany, Spain, Monaco, Austria, USA, Canada, China, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Australia, Palau, Thailand
●Strong support in daily life
To support students' life in Japan, we introduce them to dormitories (for men and women) and apartments, and also offer scholarships for international students so that they can study at ease.
Support is also provided for students seeking employment in the field of promoting Japanese food culture overseas or as specified skills workers.
●Selected by Japanese Language School Teachers as "College Recommended for International Students"
Since 2014, Japanese language schools teaching staff have selected us as the best choice to recommend to international students for further study in Japan in the vocational school category of the "Ryugaku AWARDS" every year. The award was given to our school in recognition of the fact that the school's culinary techniques coaching aimed at finding employment is valued much higher than other culinary schools and that it has an alumni association overseas that continues to support students even after graduation.