For students planning to take Driving Camp camp during the summer holidays of 2026: Want to save money and go with friends? But where's the best place to book? And what are some important points to consider when choosing a camp? Summer Driving Camp Driving Camp many advantages compared to spring break camps. Here, we'll share three key points to consider when deciding on a summer Driving Camp than booking through your university's co-op. Please read to the end for helpful information!

[1] The going rate for a summer Driving Camp is around 370,000 yen!

Are summer vacation Driving Camp the most expensive in a year?

This graph shows the price trends of Driving Camp AT fees for the annual season. In this way, the cost of Driving Camp has high seasons and low seasons throughout the year.

Summer camp saves you about 30,000 yen!

The summer season about 370,000 JPY and the spring season price range is about 400,000 yen Compared to about 3 million yen It is cheap. Summer Driving Camp are mainly attended by university students. On the other hand, spring Driving Camp are attended by high school seniors, and the demand is higher than in summer, so the fees are higher and popular schools tend to fill up early.

Even better deals in late July and mid-September!!

Of particular interest are the "shoulder rates" set before and after the high-season rates in late July and late September. While enrollment in August is priced high due to the peak summer holiday season, the periods before and after are relatively less crowded, resulting in significantly lower rates averaging around 300,000 yen. Every year, there's a surge in applications targeting these periods, so early application is essential!

Beware of exaggerated listings such as "Lowest price from 250,000 yen"

Be careful of cheap Driving Camp that are heavily advertised. First of all, these prices are set during the off-season (April to June, October to December). Since students cannot take a large amount of time off due to school events, only a handful of people can participate. Furthermore, if you participate at the lowest price, there is a high possibility that you will be guided to a shared room and Self Cook. Since shared rooms and Self Cook (self-pay for ingredients) are not suitable for everyone, if you decide on a school based on price alone, the two-week driving school life may become a pain. Basically, it is a good idea to estimate the average price of Driving Camp (for summer vacation) to be around 350,000 to 380,000 yen, and then decide on the room type (shared room with others, single, twin, triple, etc.) and whether meals are included or not.

[2] Applications for summer vacation and Driving Camp start in April

When should I apply for a summer vacation Driving Camp?

Summer Driving Camp are always fully booked. This isn't just true for a few well-known driving schools; almost all schools nationwide are fully booked. Because summer Driving Camp are so popular with university students, applications begin in April. As shown in the diagram above, the peak month for summer Driving Camp applications is May. We will now explain the booking trends from April to July.

(1) Application for summer training camp in April

The fees and schedules for summer Driving Camp are announced around the end of March. Reservations begin in early April. Typically, around this time of year, there are still nearly 70% of the available slots, and the application rate hovers around 50%.

*As of April 2026, the application rate is faster than usual. Many people are making reservations immediately after registration opens, and some slots are already sold out.

(2) Application for summer training camp in May

There are still relatively many spaces available at all schools before Golden Week. If you apply around this time, you can apply for your desired driving school and date. The number of inquiries gradually increases from early to mid-season. Inquiries reach their peak in the middle of the year. The phone is ringing constantly at the reception center. By the end of May, the vacancy rate was around 40%.

*As of April 2026, the application rate is faster than usual. Many people are making reservations immediately after registration opens, and some slots are already sold out.

(3) Application for summer training camp in June

At this point, the popular schools are almost full. There is still about 20% of available slots, but it is becoming difficult to find the dates and driving schools you want. If you are participating in a small group (1 to 3 people) or if you are fine anytime during summer vacation, you can still make reservations as you wish, but if you want to participate in a group or if your schedule only fits in a pinpoint way, for example, you can make a reservation based on the number of people. If you do not rearrange your schedule, it will be difficult to participate.

(4) Application for summer training camp in July

The vacancy rate drops to about 10%. Those who apply during this period will be placed on a waiting list. But it's still too early to give up. After this, I will introduce ``How to apply for Driving Camp even at the last minute''!

How to apply for Driving Camp even at the last minute

When applying last minute (for those planning to apply in July or August if you are participating during summer vacation), please keep the following points in mind when making inquiries.

(1) Aim for the cancellation slot

Even if you complete your application at an early stage, there are surprisingly many cases where you cancel at the last minute for reasons such as ``I have something urgent to do'' or ``I am having difficulty paying the bill.'' There are quite a few people who stop inquiring because they think, ``I don't think there will be any vacancies anyway,'' but even if you make a last-minute application, there may still be vacancies somewhere, so please try inquiring first.

(2) Directly call the call center of a Driving Camp agent that has many affiliated schools.

Simply put, the more affiliated schools there are, the more open slots there will be. Staff familiar with Driving Camp are always on hand, so please contact the agent first.

It's okay to apply at the last minute! How to apply even if Driving Camp is fully booked

[3] Where to look for Driving Camp? A thorough comparison of university co-ops and online agencies!

Many university students use the co-op to apply for Driving Camp. Of course, it is good to use a university co-op, but it is often more advantageous to use an online agency when searching for a driving school. Here we will introduce the advantages and disadvantages of university co-ops and online agencies!

Is there a difference in the number of affiliated driving schools?

University Co-op: 100 affiliated driving schools
Online agency
Do-Live Driving School Driving Camp... Number of affiliated driving schools: 120
• Driving Camp Course ID... Number of affiliated driving schools: 120
・WAO Driving Camp... Number of affiliated driving schools: 106
• Driving Camp Island • Number of affiliated driving schools: 125

There is no big difference in the number of driving schools listed between university co-ops and online agencies. There are approximately 200 driving schools that run training camps across the country, and about 100 driving schools, half of which are affiliated with the University Co-op. Agents whose main sales channel is the Internet also list many driving schools that are not introduced by this university co-op. Please use the internet to search for training camps. The following driving schools are co-ops and cannot be applied for, but they are a group of very famous driving schools nationwide.

Especially recommended for summer vacation Driving Camp

Yamagata Prefecture, Niigata Prefecture, Fukushima Prefecture: Matsuki Driving School Group (11 schools)

Tochigi Prefecture: Sakura Nasu Group (4 schools)

Nationwide: Smart Driver School (29 schools)

Yamagata Prefecture: Matsuki Driving School Group

Matsuki Driving School, which operates 11 schools mainly in Yamagata Prefecture, has received overwhelming support from students. This Matsuki group is very famous among students in the metropolitan area. Especially in the summer, Yamagata is popular as a summer resort and recreational area. This group of driving schools is so famous that it fills up almost as soon as registration begins.

Tochigi Prefecture: Sakura Nasu Group

We are a driving school group with 4 schools in Tochigi Prefecture. Nasu is easily accessible, only 60 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen, and is extremely popular as a summer resort. There are also many relaxing natural spots, including Nasu Plateau! The luxurious buffet (Nasu Driving School) where you can enjoy local cuisine at every meal is also very popular with students.

Nationwide: Smart Driver School Group

Although the image of Driving Camp is that it is held at a driving school in a rural area, the Smart Driver School Group has driving schools that handle Driving Camp in the Tokyo metropolitan area (Miyagi, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Kyoto, Hyogo, Okayama). Although it is a small driving school, the accommodation is new and you can enjoy the driving school life comfortably. It is recommended for those who want to participate in Driving Camp but want to do it nearby.

Is there a difference in tuition fees?

There is almost no difference in sales fees between university co-ops and online agents. However, if the online agency offers its own discounts, the price may be lower than the university co-op. Compared to co-op stores, online agencies allow applications to be completed over the internet, so paperwork can be handled by a small number of people. Additionally, there is no need to set up a store for each university, and business and operating costs vary widely, which allows us to offer better services and offer higher discounts.

It is more convenient to apply online with friends from other universities.

Summer camps often receive applications from groups of two or more people. It's fine if you're at the same university, but the disadvantage of co-op is that you can't apply with friends from other universities. In other words, you cannot apply unless you are a member of the co-op. On the other hand, if you apply online, friends or siblings can apply together, regardless of their university affiliation. Many driving schools also offer group discounts. If you wish to participate in a group, it is essential to check online agencies in order to get the best deal.

Online agencies have better reception systems, business hours, and discount rates!

Online agencies eliminate the need to visit a physical store like a university co-op. This means even busy university students can apply at any time they like, 24 hours a day. Of course, online agencies are open on weekends and holidays, and their application hours extend until around 7 PM. Online agencies also offer features such as a lowest price guarantee, the ability to apply via LINE, no cancellation fees, and various discounts and benefits.

[4] We recommend paying for your driving lessons with a loan!

Okay! I'm going to go to driving school! I'm going to get my driver's license! But the tuition fees are expensive, and if your savings aren't enough, or if you're worried about your future finances, are you wondering whether you should take out a loan to pay in installments?

One in five license applicants use a loan

In the overall market, 15% to 20% of people obtain their driver's license by taking out a loan. Loans used for driver's license lesson fees are specific purpose loans that are "applicable only to lesson fees," so even minors can apply, which is why they are popular.
Below is an installment payment simulator from a major credit company in the driving school industry.

Three reasons why we recommend a loan

1. No down payment is required for your payment needs. It is possible to take out a loan for the entire tuition fee.
   
2. You can freely choose the payment period (number of payments). How many installments can you pay?
   (1) To obtain a driver's license, there is a nine-month training period. In fact, the average number of payments made by customers who apply for a loan to a driving school is 13, and many of them request payments over a period of one year or more. This also matches the potential needs of loan users, who want to make payments over a long period of time.
   (2) In addition, you can make payments over a maximum of 60 installments (five years). Therefore, the principal alone will be approximately 300,000 yen (lesson fee) ÷ 60 installments (five years) = 5,000 yen + interest.
3. You can choose the month when payments start.
   (1) For example, if you have no income at present, but plan to start a part-time job next month, and will be able to save a little in about six months, you can start a driver's license loan this month, but not start making payments until six months later. (This is known as a skip loan.)

[5] Summary

What do you think. For students, participating in the summer Driving Camp is a good thing. If you still have time until summer vacation, please try it right away. Even if you don't have time until summer vacation, please don't give up and feel free to contact us. You will definitely find a good driving school.