In an Era Where Over 50% of University Entrants Finalize Their School Choice by Year-End, a Strategy for Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken® is Required for Integrated Junior and Senior High School Students — WAYS, a Specialized Tutoring School for Integrated Junior and Senior High Schools, to Hold a Free Seminar in Shibuya
WAYS, a specialized private tutoring school for students of integrated junior and senior high schools, will hold a free seminar for parents on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Shibuya. The seminar will focus on career strategies that balance regular school exams with Eiken® test preparation, addressing the trend of over half of university admissions being decided by the end of the year. The event aims to provide concrete strategies for students to gain admission to their desired universities.
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WAYS, a specialized private tutoring school for students of integrated junior and senior high schools, operated by Mates Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Naonori Endo), will hold a free seminar for parents of these students on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at TKP Garden City Shibuya, Hall B. The seminar is titled "The Golden Route for Integrated Junior and Senior High School Students: A Career Strategy Seminar to Win Your 'First-Choice School' by Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken®."
This seminar will primarily target students and parents from integrated junior and senior high schools who are frequently enrolled in our Shibuya-area classrooms (Shibuya, Musashi-Kosugi, Jiyugaoka, Meguro, Tama-Plaza, Center-Minami). We will introduce strategies for regular exam preparation unique to a specialized tutoring school, and a career path strategy centered on the use of Eiken®.
Click here for details on this seminar
■ The Advent of the 'Year-End Decision' Era and the Challenge of Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken®
According to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Survey on the Implementation Status of University and Junior College Entrance Examinations" (2025 academic year), 53.6% of university entrants have finalized their school choices through comprehensive selection or school-recommendation selection.
University entrance exams are increasingly becoming a 'year-end decision,' where high school grades (evaluations) and scores from external English proficiency tests significantly influence admission.
In fact, 478 universities (63% of the total) utilize external English proficiency tests for admissions, with Eiken® accounting for 91.6% of the tests used by students (Oubunsha Education Information Center, 2025 academic year).
On the other hand, integrated junior and senior high schools have a fast-paced curriculum and a large amount of homework, so many parents worry that their children 'don't study much at home' or 'their regular test scores don't improve'.
In this seminar, as a specialized tutoring school with a track record of guiding over 15,000 integrated junior and senior high school students, we will present concrete strategies for aiming for admission to their desired universities while balancing regular test preparation and Eiken® acquisition.
List of Target Schools
・Aoyama Gakuin
・Tokyo Jogakkan
・Showa Women's University Showa
・Shibuya Education Academy Shibuya
・Senzoku Gakuen
・Nihon University
・Kogyokusha
・Oushukan
・Den-en-chofu Gakuen
・Seishin Joshi Gakuin
・Meguro Nihon University
・Toin Gakuen Secondary Education School
・Chuo University Attached Yokohama
・Morimura Gakuen
・Salesio Gakuin, etc.
*Parents of students attending schools other than those listed above are also very welcome to participate.
◼️ Details of the Two-Part Seminar Covering 'Regular Exams,' 'Eiken®,' and 'Entrance Exam Strategy'
◆ Part 1: Regular Exam Preparation by a Specialized Tutoring School (10:20–10:50)
Target: Parents of students from 1st year of junior high to 1st year of senior high
We will explain how to overcome the limits of home study with a 'scientific approach' and 'thorough learning management.' Instead of waiting for motivation to 'naturally appear,' we introduce a study method based on neuroscience that utilizes 'work excitement'.
Furthermore, we will discuss practical methods unique to a specialized tutoring school, such as the 'school material tracking rate,' and the 'confirmation test pass rate,' which WAYS emphasizes as an indicator of academic improvement.
We will also introduce our initiatives to foster non-cognitive skills such as the 'ability to follow through on decisions' and 'self-management skills' through weekly vocabulary tests.
◆ Part 2: Desired Career Path Strategy (11:05–11:35)
Target: Parents of students from 3rd year of junior high to 1st year of senior high
We will explain concrete strategies for achieving desired career paths, whether through internal advancement or external examinations.
We will present the latest trends in higher education, which are vastly different from the parents' generation, and specifically suggest target dates and levels for acquiring Eiken®, a powerful tool for university entrance exams and internal advancement.
We will provide information that clarifies 'what to do from now on,' including common pitfalls in choosing between arts and sciences, and strategies for conquering routes based on desired career paths.
*Although Part 2 is intended for 'parents of students from 3rd year of junior high to 1st year of senior high,' parents of 1st and 2nd-year junior high students are also welcome to attend.
◼️ Exclusive Attendee Benefits & Free Individual Consultation Sessions Also Available
Image is for illustrative purposes.
On the day of the event, we will be giving away free informational materials specific to your child's school, exclusively for attendees.
Additionally, for those not currently attending WAYS, we have set aside time for individual consultations (15 minutes) before Part 1, after Part 1, and after Part 2.
These are by reservation only, so if you are concerned about your child's studies and would like to consult with a specialist in integrated junior and senior high school education, please feel free to apply.
*For parents of students already attending WAYS, the staff from your classroom will be present on the day. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to speak with your classroom manager.
■ Recommended for:
☑️ Those worried about their child's regular test scores
☑️ Those who want to know specific and practical strategies for regular exams by subject
☑️ Those who want to know concrete strategies for both internal advancement and external examinations
☑️ Those who want to know about the target Eiken® levels and study pace necessary for integrated junior and senior high school students
◼️ Seminar Overview
Seminar Name: The Golden Route for Integrated Junior and Senior High School Students: A Career Strategy Seminar to Win Your 'First-Choice School' by Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken®
Date and Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Part 1: 10:20–10:50 (30 min)
Part 2: 11:05–11:35 (30 min)
Seminar Content:
Part 1: Regular Exam Preparation by a Specialized Tutoring School
We will introduce in detail the regular exam preparation measures we conduct at our school.
Part 2: Desired Career Path Strategy
We will explain the latest information on the changing university entrance exams along with concrete career path strategies.
Capacity: [Limited to the first 60 applicants]
Target Audience: Parents of students in integrated junior and senior high schools
Venue: TKP Garden City Shibuya, Hall B
・3-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station Central Gate
・2-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station
・3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station Exit B5
・3-minute walk from Tokyu Dentetsu Shibuya Station Exit B5
Click here for access details
Participation Fee: Free
Participation Bonus: Informational materials for the school your child attends
Application Deadline: Until Thursday, April 16, 2026, 23:59
*However, registration will close once capacity is reached.
Individual Consultation:
Slot 1: 10:00–10:15 (2 people)
Slot 2: 10:50–11:05 (2 people)
Slot 3: 11:35–11:50 (2 people)
Applications are first-come, first-served, and slots are limited.
If you are interested, please book early.
Check Seminar Details Now
About WAYS, a Specialized Private Tutoring School for Integrated Junior and Senior High Schools
WAYS provides "total support looking ahead for six years, from regular exam preparation to university entrance exams." For junior high and first-year high school students, we reliably improve school grades (evaluations) with "regular exam preparation" that also leads to internal advancement and designated school recommendations. For second and third-year high school students, we shift to measures tailored to each individual's desired career path, such as general selection, internal advancement, and school-recommendation selection. We cater to all goals, from escaping failing grades to preparing for difficult university entrance exams.
We also offer free study consultations and trial lessons for students of integrated junior and senior high schools and their parents, so if you are a parent concerned about your child's studies at an integrated school, please feel free to consult with us.
Click here for details on WAYS
◼️ Inquiries Regarding This Seminar
Individual Tutoring School WAYS Seminar Inquiry Desk
TEL: 0120-913-938 (Mon–Sun 10:00–20:00)
Email: info@ways-sch.jp
HP: https://ways-sch.jp
This seminar will primarily target students and parents from integrated junior and senior high schools who are frequently enrolled in our Shibuya-area classrooms (Shibuya, Musashi-Kosugi, Jiyugaoka, Meguro, Tama-Plaza, Center-Minami). We will introduce strategies for regular exam preparation unique to a specialized tutoring school, and a career path strategy centered on the use of Eiken®.
Click here for details on this seminar
■ The Advent of the 'Year-End Decision' Era and the Challenge of Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken®
According to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Survey on the Implementation Status of University and Junior College Entrance Examinations" (2025 academic year), 53.6% of university entrants have finalized their school choices through comprehensive selection or school-recommendation selection.
University entrance exams are increasingly becoming a 'year-end decision,' where high school grades (evaluations) and scores from external English proficiency tests significantly influence admission.
In fact, 478 universities (63% of the total) utilize external English proficiency tests for admissions, with Eiken® accounting for 91.6% of the tests used by students (Oubunsha Education Information Center, 2025 academic year).
On the other hand, integrated junior and senior high schools have a fast-paced curriculum and a large amount of homework, so many parents worry that their children 'don't study much at home' or 'their regular test scores don't improve'.
In this seminar, as a specialized tutoring school with a track record of guiding over 15,000 integrated junior and senior high school students, we will present concrete strategies for aiming for admission to their desired universities while balancing regular test preparation and Eiken® acquisition.
List of Target Schools
・Aoyama Gakuin
・Tokyo Jogakkan
・Showa Women's University Showa
・Shibuya Education Academy Shibuya
・Senzoku Gakuen
・Nihon University
・Kogyokusha
・Oushukan
・Den-en-chofu Gakuen
・Seishin Joshi Gakuin
・Meguro Nihon University
・Toin Gakuen Secondary Education School
・Chuo University Attached Yokohama
・Morimura Gakuen
・Salesio Gakuin, etc.
*Parents of students attending schools other than those listed above are also very welcome to participate.
◼️ Details of the Two-Part Seminar Covering 'Regular Exams,' 'Eiken®,' and 'Entrance Exam Strategy'
◆ Part 1: Regular Exam Preparation by a Specialized Tutoring School (10:20–10:50)
Target: Parents of students from 1st year of junior high to 1st year of senior high
We will explain how to overcome the limits of home study with a 'scientific approach' and 'thorough learning management.' Instead of waiting for motivation to 'naturally appear,' we introduce a study method based on neuroscience that utilizes 'work excitement'.
Furthermore, we will discuss practical methods unique to a specialized tutoring school, such as the 'school material tracking rate,' and the 'confirmation test pass rate,' which WAYS emphasizes as an indicator of academic improvement.
We will also introduce our initiatives to foster non-cognitive skills such as the 'ability to follow through on decisions' and 'self-management skills' through weekly vocabulary tests.
◆ Part 2: Desired Career Path Strategy (11:05–11:35)
Target: Parents of students from 3rd year of junior high to 1st year of senior high
We will explain concrete strategies for achieving desired career paths, whether through internal advancement or external examinations.
We will present the latest trends in higher education, which are vastly different from the parents' generation, and specifically suggest target dates and levels for acquiring Eiken®, a powerful tool for university entrance exams and internal advancement.
We will provide information that clarifies 'what to do from now on,' including common pitfalls in choosing between arts and sciences, and strategies for conquering routes based on desired career paths.
*Although Part 2 is intended for 'parents of students from 3rd year of junior high to 1st year of senior high,' parents of 1st and 2nd-year junior high students are also welcome to attend.
◼️ Exclusive Attendee Benefits & Free Individual Consultation Sessions Also Available
Image is for illustrative purposes.
On the day of the event, we will be giving away free informational materials specific to your child's school, exclusively for attendees.
Additionally, for those not currently attending WAYS, we have set aside time for individual consultations (15 minutes) before Part 1, after Part 1, and after Part 2.
These are by reservation only, so if you are concerned about your child's studies and would like to consult with a specialist in integrated junior and senior high school education, please feel free to apply.
*For parents of students already attending WAYS, the staff from your classroom will be present on the day. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to speak with your classroom manager.
■ Recommended for:
☑️ Those worried about their child's regular test scores
☑️ Those who want to know specific and practical strategies for regular exams by subject
☑️ Those who want to know concrete strategies for both internal advancement and external examinations
☑️ Those who want to know about the target Eiken® levels and study pace necessary for integrated junior and senior high school students
◼️ Seminar Overview
Seminar Name: The Golden Route for Integrated Junior and Senior High School Students: A Career Strategy Seminar to Win Your 'First-Choice School' by Balancing Regular Exams and Eiken®
Date and Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Part 1: 10:20–10:50 (30 min)
Part 2: 11:05–11:35 (30 min)
Seminar Content:
Part 1: Regular Exam Preparation by a Specialized Tutoring School
We will introduce in detail the regular exam preparation measures we conduct at our school.
Part 2: Desired Career Path Strategy
We will explain the latest information on the changing university entrance exams along with concrete career path strategies.
Capacity: [Limited to the first 60 applicants]
Target Audience: Parents of students in integrated junior and senior high schools
Venue: TKP Garden City Shibuya, Hall B
・3-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station Central Gate
・2-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station
・3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station Exit B5
・3-minute walk from Tokyu Dentetsu Shibuya Station Exit B5
Click here for access details
Participation Fee: Free
Participation Bonus: Informational materials for the school your child attends
Application Deadline: Until Thursday, April 16, 2026, 23:59
*However, registration will close once capacity is reached.
Individual Consultation:
Slot 1: 10:00–10:15 (2 people)
Slot 2: 10:50–11:05 (2 people)
Slot 3: 11:35–11:50 (2 people)
Applications are first-come, first-served, and slots are limited.
If you are interested, please book early.
Check Seminar Details Now
About WAYS, a Specialized Private Tutoring School for Integrated Junior and Senior High Schools
WAYS provides "total support looking ahead for six years, from regular exam preparation to university entrance exams." For junior high and first-year high school students, we reliably improve school grades (evaluations) with "regular exam preparation" that also leads to internal advancement and designated school recommendations. For second and third-year high school students, we shift to measures tailored to each individual's desired career path, such as general selection, internal advancement, and school-recommendation selection. We cater to all goals, from escaping failing grades to preparing for difficult university entrance exams.
We also offer free study consultations and trial lessons for students of integrated junior and senior high schools and their parents, so if you are a parent concerned about your child's studies at an integrated school, please feel free to consult with us.
Click here for details on WAYS
◼️ Inquiries Regarding This Seminar
Individual Tutoring School WAYS Seminar Inquiry Desk
TEL: 0120-913-938 (Mon–Sun 10:00–20:00)
Email: info@ways-sch.jp
HP: https://ways-sch.jp