Tohoku International School

Tohoku International School (TIS) is the only international school in the Tohoku region offering a comprehensive academic program from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded nearly 50 years ago, TIS has been the cornerstone of international education in Sendai and the broader Tohoku region, consistently serving the educational needs of international and multilingual families. The school offers both the IB Primary Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme, providing internationally recognized credentials from foundational through pre-university levels. TIS employs a diverse team of highly qualified international educators who deliver a culturally sensitive, inquiry-based curriculum in English. Located in Izumi Ward in northern Sendai, the campus provides a safe suburban environment easily accessible from throughout the city. Tohoku International School serves expatriate families from diplomatic, corporate, and academic sectors as well as internationally minded Japanese families across the Miyagi and Tohoku region. The school long history and IB accreditation make it the premier choice for international families relocating to Tohoku. Annual tuition ranges from approximately 800,000 to 1,300,000 yen depending on grade level.