Beginner level
We will use not only textbooks but also painting materials, photographs, and raw materials, so that each student can actively speak in a fun atmosphere. The goal is to have a vocabulary of 2,000 words and 500 Kanji, and break through the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 3.
| Period |
6 months (standard) |
| Materials used |
- Let’s listen to “Minna no Nihongo” happily
- Illustrated composition exciting grammar listening
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| Objectives for class content |
- Basic grammar and sentence patterns.
- Vocabulary 2000 words and 500 Kanji characters.
- Establishment of skill no. 4.
- It enables self-expression useful for daily life with plain sentence patterns and vocabulary.
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| Remarks |
This class is designed to be a fun atmosphere where each person can speak positively using a lot of picture materials. |
Intermediate level
Classes will be held for each genre, such as reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and conversation, and deepen understanding of Japanese culture.
Intermediate goals include grasping 7,000 vocabulary words and 1000 Kanji, and breaking through the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 2.
| Period |
6 months (standard) |
| Materials used |
- “Japanese Learned from Intermediate”
- Daily listening and writing
- The problem of the preparation for the eJU study abroad examination
- Ability Test Level 2 Questions
- Live materials from videos, newspapers, and the Internet
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| Objectives for class content |
- Somewhat advanced grammar.
- Vocabulary 7000 words and 1000 kanji words.
- It is possible to use phrase expressions such as idioms and phrases to be appropriate for the occasion.
- Can write a simple essay and express a little more advanced.
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| Remarks |
Classes that incorporate language-specific classes such as reading comprehension, listening comprehension, conversation, and composition are also available. Students also take a competency test, study abroad exam preparation classes, and project work. |
Advanced level
Development of preparation classes for the entrance examination and university entrance exams. We aim to understand 10,000 vocabulary words and 2000 kanji and pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1. In addition to the above, there will be conversation classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. Then, we will study in the suburbs and provide education aimed at learning not only Japanese for exams but also living Japanese. That is the feature of the Hitachi Gakuin curriculum.
| Period |
6 months (standard) |
| Materials used |
- panese Learned in Advanced”
- Raw teaching materials from Japanese-language iI, newspapers, videos, and the Internet
- Study Abroad Examinations and Ability Level 1 Exam Preparations
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| Objectives for class content |
- More advanced grammar pattern expressions.
- 2000 kanji characters and 10000 words of vocabulary.
- Touch complex and advanced sentences, understand the contents, and develop reading skills.
- Can have conversation according to the situation and write theoretical sentences.
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| Remarks |
Preparation measures for study abroad exams and proficiency tests. Essay exercises. Classes such as video newspapers and debates are also held at any time. |
Level of higher education
We provide a guide on entering the school once a year. Besides, we will participate in an admission briefing session in Tokyo.
| Period |
6 months (standard) |
| Materials used |
- Study Abroad Examination Preparation Questions
- University Entrance Examinations and Past Questions
- Past problems by private universities, national universities, and vocational schools
- Interview guidance
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| Objectives for class content |
- This is a class focusing on the past questions of the entrance examination.
- In conversation class, Japanese is a unique phrase.
- Understand Japanese social customs and enable more natural and convincing expressions.
- Guidance on the subject of entrance examination.
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| Remarks |
Classes for university entrance exams. Specific practical guidance from counseling to measures for actual entrance examinations, such as practice simulation. Interview practice is also held. |
Short-Term Course (3 months)
The school has an audition system, and short-term transfer of one to three months is possible depending on the level of Japanese. Besides, you can intensively improve your Japanese language skills in a short period.
1. General Short Term Course (3 months)
2. Working Holiday Visa Short Term Course
3. For Dependent Visa Holder
