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Core Japanese language course

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Core Japanese language course with Genki Japanese and Culture School

Whether you're learning Japanese for the first time or already know some of the language, the Core Japanese Course at GenkiJACS will help you use Japanese with confidence in real-life situations. Instead of just memorizing words from a textbook, you'll practice speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar so you can communicate naturally every day.
Classes are kept small, with a maximum of eight students, so you'll have lots of chances to ask questions, speak Japanese, and get personal feedback from your teacher. Each weekday includes two grammar lessons and two language skills classes, so you can use what you've learned straight away in fun, interactive activities.
New classes start almost every Monday, and we offer courses for every level, from complete beginners to advanced learners. Whether you're staying in Japan for a few weeks or several months, the Core Japanese Course gives you a clear learning plan, plenty of speaking practice, and the support you need to make real progress while enjoying your time in Japan.

  • Why this Course?
  • Practical Japanese Learning
  • Small classes
  • Flexible start dates

Location

You can take the Core Japanese Course at any of our five schools. We have schools in Fukuoka, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Okinawa.
No matter where you study, you will learn to speak, listen, read, and write Japanese. You will also get the same lessons, the same course plan, and the same support from our teachers.
Each school has its own style. Tokyo is busy and full of things to do. Kyoto is famous for its history and culture. Fukuoka and Nagoya are friendly cities that are easy to live in. Okinawa has warm weather, beaches, and a relaxed island feel. Wherever you choose to study, you'll get the same great Japanese course.

Learn about each campus here:



School Facilities

Every GenkiJACS school is a great place to learn Japanese. Our classrooms are bright, modern, and easy to study in. There are also student lounges where you can relax, chat with classmates, practice Japanese, and make friends from around the world.
We want every student to feel welcome from their first day. No matter which school you choose, you'll have a friendly place to learn, helpful teachers, and great facilities. Everything is designed to help you improve your Japanese while enjoying your time in Japan.

  • Free wireless Internet access
  • Study space
  • A game console with a good selection of games

  • Multimedia teaching facilities in every class
  • Free coffee/tea

Core Japanese language course

The Core Japanese Course is the main course at GenkiJACS. Each week, you'll have ten 50-minute grammar lessons and ten 50-minute language skills classes. In these classes, you'll practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing using the grammar you've just learned.
Learning doesn't end when class finishes. We encourage you to use Japanese in everyday situations, so you can become more confident using the language. With small classes, experienced teachers, and fun activities, you'll have lots of chances to practice and improve.
As your Japanese gets better, you can add extra modules or optional courses to match your goals. These give you more time to study and help you improve even faster.
You can add any of our exciting modules or addons on top of this course for an even more intensive Japanese learning experience!

Please note that Hiragana Alphabet knowledge is compulsory for any level of course.


Small classes
Maximum of 8 students for personalized attention and more speaking practice.

Practical Japanese
Learn the language you'll use in everyday situations, not just in textbooks.

Flexible start dates
New classes begin almost every Monday for most levels, making it easy to fit your schedule.

course Details

 20 lessons lessons/week
  Held on weekdays (Monday-Friday)
  Starts every Monday, all year long*
  Available to all levels
  Possible to add modules/add-ons
  *Complete beginners start on the first Monday of the month (or the 1st & 3rd Mondays of June, July & August)
  • per week

NEW | Online lessons

If you cannot travel for the moment, you might be interested in our Japanese online lessons.

Class system

Our Japanese language school works on a rolling start basis, meaning we have several ongoing classes studying different points in the curriculum at any time. When new students join on Monday, they fall into the class studying material that is closest to their level.

Sit in on an example lesson

Module

Add four extra classes each week of conversational Japanese. These extra classes focus on some of the interesting aspects of conversational Japanese such as slang, dialects, specialized vocabulary, and more.

Conversation
Module

Plus Cultural Activities

Learn about the wonderful culture of Japan while learning the language. You will have 2-3 "cultural experience" lessons every Saturday, including Okinawa's traditional culture learning!

Cultural activities

course FAQs

You will have 20 class hours per week, 4 classes per day. 2 classes will focus on grammar and 2 classes will focus on the application of the 4 key skills – Speaking, Listening, Writing and Reading.

Each class is 50 minutes long.

You can read more about our teaching method here.

We have courses starting almost every Monday of the year!

If you have not studied Japanese previously, then our complete beginner courses start every 1st Monday of the month and every 1st and 3rd Monday during the summer months.

If Monday happens to be a national holiday, then your first day of school will be on Tuesday.
We do work somewhat like a university in that, depending on the class you get placed in, you may have morning classes on some days and afternoon classes on some other days. It's impossible to tell what time you will be having classes at this stage, as the schedule for each week only gets released the week before once you have started your course.

Morning classes are from 9:30-13:10. Afternoon classes are from 11:25-15:50 or 14:05-17:45.

You can read more about how our schedule works here.
It really depends on you as a student. We will provide you with our passion for teaching, our expertise and open the door for you! It is up to you to go through it! 😊

You can see a reference for the general (average) speed it takes to move through the levels here.
No activities are included in this course. However we have a number of free and paid for extracurrirular activities that you may join outside of your class hours.

Begin the journey of a lifetime. Speak Japanese, live Japan.

About Us

Accredited and award-winning Japanese school in Tokyo, Kyoto, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Nagoya. Learn real-world, communicative Japanese in small, intimate classes. Kickstart the journey of a lifetime in Japan, or bring your existing skills to new levels.

Useful Pages

Fukuoka School

Hakataekihigashi 1-16-23, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi 812-0013, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)92 472 0123
Email: [email protected]

Tokyo School

Hanazono Bldg 1BF, Shinjuku 5-17-6, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)3 6457 3554
Email: [email protected]

Okinawa School

Oroku 824-17, Naha 901-0152, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)98-987-7818
Email: [email protected]

Kyoto School

Kinwa Building, 569 Sanno-cho, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto-shi 600-8424, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)75-353-0003
Email: [email protected]

Nagoya School

Noritake 1-2-2 (4th floor), Nakamura-ku, Nagoya 453-0014, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)52-452-3655
Email: [email protected]