Success Gaigo Academy

Success Gaigo Academy is an English language school in Kumamoto, not a medical facility. The academy specializes in English language education with a focus on exam preparation, particularly for tests like the Eiken Pre-1st grade. Their teaching approach, called the “Success Method,” emphasizes detailed instruction on vocabulary and translation techniques rather than general concepts. Students attend weekly classes and follow structured learning programs. The academy has earned a strong reputation with a 4.8/5 star rating from 32 reviews. Students report significant improvement in their English abilities, even those who initially struggled with the language. The school attracts diverse students, including high schoolers preparing for exams and adults planning to study abroad. While one returnee student noted that classes sometimes use more Japanese than expected, most reviews highlight the effectiveness of the teaching methodology and the high level of instructor expertise.