Japanese short course
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A course for people who want to concentrate on learning in a short period of time
There are a variety of courses available, from learning Japanese at a time of your choice, such as morning or evening, to learning everyday conversation to studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. You can study regardless of your residence status.
Class level and achievement goals (example)
| Comprehensive Japanese course / Evening course |
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| getting started | ・Able to say the minimum necessary things in daily life ・Be able to read and write Hiragana and Katakana |
| Beginner | ・You will be able to speak Japanese necessary in daily life using natural expressions. ・You will be able to express your opinions and feelings in simple Japanese. |
| Intermediate | ・You can use Japanese with appropriate expressions depending on the situation. ・You will be able to express your opinions and feelings in appropriate Japanese. |
| Advanced | - Acquire a rich vocabulary by reading texts from newspapers, magazines, etc. ・You will be able to use honorific language in conversations and expressions used in business situations. |
Overview of each course
Morning course
This course focuses on conversation and listening comprehension for beginners to those who can speak a little.
You will be able to say and listen to things you need in your daily life.
You can enroll at any time as long as you meet the level.
| Day/Time | period |
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Monday-Friday 10:00 - 12:00 |
Spring: 2024/4/3~2024/9/20 |
| Autumn period: 2024/10/9-2025/3/12 |
Evening course
We will focus on studying the Japanese language necessary for living in Japan.
At the intermediate level and above, students aim to acquire expressions that can be used in business situations, such as reading comprehension, discussion, and honorific language.
This is a course where you can study Japanese while working. We will use original teaching materials developed by Osaka YWCA.
| Day/Time | period |
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Tuesday/Friday 19:00 - 20:30 |
Spring: 2024/4/19~2024/9/17 |
| Autumn period: 2024/10/15-2025/3/21 |
Japanese Language Proficiency Test Preparation Course
This is a preparation course for passing the Japanese Language Proficiency Test held in July and December. There are N7 and N12 classes, and students study characters, vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension according to the test format.
| Day/Time | period |
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Tuesday/Friday [N1/N2] 19:00 ~ 20:30 |
Spring: 2024/4/12~2024/7/5 |
| Autumn period: 2024/9/10-2024/11/29 |
Summer intensive course
This is a short-term intensive course during summer vacation. Ideal for those who want to improve their Japanese conversation skills in a short period of time, such as during summer vacation. In addition to Japanese language classes, there are optional programs that allow you to have fun experiencing Japanese culture. Based on the results of the placement test, the instructor in charge will create a curriculum tailored to the level of the students for each class and provide lessons. Depending on the level, in addition to conversation, we also offer reading comprehension and listening comprehension classes.
| Day/Time | period |
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Monday-Friday 9:00-12:00 |
2024/7/22 (Mon) - 8/9 (Fri) |
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<Class A> People studying Japanese for the first time |
Learn hiragana and katakana and use them in everyday situations. Can have basic conversations |
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<Class B> Someone who can read and write hiragana and katakana, and who has studied a little. |
Learn and use basic verbs and adjectives, I can explain myself and listen to others. |
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<Class C> Those who have passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N2 and N3. People who have a long history of studying Japanese and have a strong interest in Japanese culture and performing arts |
You will be able to use the grammar you know in real conversations. It also covers intermediate and advanced grammar and a wider variety of vocabulary. We aim to connect these to conversations as well. |
Japanese private lesson
\ You can also take the course online /
You can set the lesson location, time, content, etc. according to your wishes. In addition to individual learners, we receive many requests from companies and organizations, and we create curriculums tailored to the learners' goals and provide detailed instruction. Lessons can be held not only at Osaka YWCA Vocational School, but also at your home or office.
Japanese language training at universities and companies
We create curriculums and dispatch instructors for Japanese language training for international students at universities and business Japanese training for companies. Please contact us for details.
Example: Japanese language proficiency test preparation at a company 2 hours 13,000 yen ~
Students' Testimonials
Mr. Xu Yu (China)
A year ago, I couldn't speak Japanese at all, so I looked around for a Japanese language school to practice conversation and writing. When I went to YWCA for advice, the teacher was kind and recommended a class that was suitable for me.
I entered the school in July last year, and I enjoyed studying every day for 8 months at the school. I also love the warm atmosphere of the school. Thanks to my dedicated teachers and well-balanced curriculum, my Japanese ability has improved dramatically. EJU's score also increased by 70 points.
Additionally, through extracurricular activities, I was able to understand Japanese culture and create good memories with my classmates.
When I first came to Japan, I didn't know anyone and was anxious every day, but thanks to YWCA, I was able to make new friends and am looking forward to my future life in Japan.
Mr. Cheng Huizhe (China)
The main reason I chose YWCA was because the school was so kind and I could feel their warmth and passion. After graduating, I realized that the teachers truly want their students to have a good life in Japan.
Regarding the teachers' classes, I feel that they put a lot of effort into their homework, including grammar, conversation, and writing. The Japanese language course greatly improved my overall Japanese language ability and ability to work immediately, and was a great support for my life in Japan. In addition to learning, we offer a variety of unique extracurricular activities to help students gain a deeper understanding of Japanese society.
I sincerely hope that more students will be able to experience YWCA's Japanese language course.
Process to attend the course
2. Please pay the admission fee and tuition fee before the start of classes.
The cost includes tax. As a general rule, tuition fees and other fees once paid cannot be refunded unless the class cannot be held.
However, if you cancel your enrollment by the business day before the class starts, your tuition fee will be refunded.
This course is a short course. It is not possible to obtain a student visa, student ID card, or student discount period.
