Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture

Learn basic Japanese. This course will introduce the Japanese writing system, conversation, and basic Japanese grammar. Aspects of the Japanese culture are also incorporated in this entry-level class. The instructor is half Japanese, lived in Japan for almost twenty years, is credentialed, and is a certificated language teacher. She is also a member of the American Association of Teachers Japanese and the California Association of Japanese Language Teachers.

This virtual class is open to all ages and members of the community. The textbook introduces the Japanese language in a manner that is extremely easy to understand. If you have any sort of disability, please let the instructor know, and she will be more than happy to accommodate your needs. Her goal is to transform the “remote” environment into a safe, engaging, space where students can freely ask questions, and have an enjoyable learning experience. She does request that all students who sign up for her classes turn their cameras on to optimize the virtual learning experience.

Required Book: 

Japanese from Zero! 1: Proven Techniques to Learn Japanese for Students and Professionals