Learn Japanese (日本語の学び方)
For you if: you want to learn Japanese.
- Local Japanese classes (日本語教室) are often cheap or free.
- Language schools cost money but offer many levels and goals.
- There is a free government learning website.
More details
Local classes. Run by cities, international associations, or NPOs. Often once or twice a week, 1 to 2 hours. Teachers are often volunteers. Ask your city office or international association.
Language schools. For study, work, or exams. Group or private lessons.
Online. Many people now learn online.
Levels. The government’s framework has 6 levels, A1 to C2. Use it to check your level and set a goal.
At the end, check at the counter. You can show this card.
窓口の方へ
近くの日本語教室を教えてください。
This card says: “Please tell me about Japanese classes near here.”
Official information
- Guidebook on Living and Working, 7th edition (English), Chapter 5, 3 (p.61-64)Immigration Services Agency of Japan (出入国在留管理庁)www.moj.go.jp · Opens an English website
- Tsunagaru Hirogaru Nihongo de no Kurashi (つながるひろがる にほんごでのくらし) — free learning siteMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (文部科学省)tsunagarujp.mext.go.jp · Opens an English website
- Reference Framework for Japanese Language EducationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (文部科学省)www.nihongo-ews.mext.go.jp · Opens a Japanese website