About Us
Welcome to YIS
A warm and welcoming international learning community where students have abundant opportunities to explore, develop and challenge themselves.

Passionate Educators
Our dedicated teachers seek to inspire students and foster the academic and social skills that will enable them to fulfill their potential.
Admissions
Schedule a Visit
There is no substitute for experiencing YIS first-hand. Come visit and meet our students and staff.

How to Apply
Find everything you need to know about our admissions process in a simple, step-by-step guide.
Learning
Learning at YIS
Learning changes our thinking and behaviors, enabling us to acquire skills, knowledge and attitudes while providing a catalyst for creativity, critical thinking and independent reasoning.

An IB Continuum School
Enjoy the unique benefits of an inquiry-centered, transdisciplinary and skills-focused academic continuum from early years through high school.
Beyond the Classroom
Beyond the Classroom
Wide-ranging activities offerings provide fun and engaging outlets for athletic, creative, intellectual and service-oriented pursuits for students of all ages.

A Culture of Service
Service is an integral part of the learning experience at YIS, helping students develop empathy, identify real needs, cultivate relationships and take action.
Community
Connect with Us
There is always something interesting going on at YIS. Find out all the ways you can stay in touch.

Active PTSA
The Parent Teacher Student Association is at the heart of the warm and welcoming YIS community and provides invaluable support for the school.
New Campus
Our New Campus
Our new campus, located in Honmoku, Naka Ward, is designed by world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma to provide myriad learning opportunities for our learning community.

Donate Now
Make a donation to support the YIS2C capital campaign.

University Matriculation

We are proud of the fit between our students and the following colleges and universities at which they enrolled.

Multiple matriculations are indicated in parentheses.

University Matriculations 2018 - 2021