(In person) Complete Beginner Japanese Wednesday 7:15pm - 8:15pm PST (January 15th to February 19th) The class size is 3-6 students per class. Instructor: Mari
This class will meet in-person from January 15th to February 19th.
The minimum number of students required per class is three. If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks instead of the usual six.
About the instructor: Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, graduated in French literature from Meiji Gakuin University in Tokyo and later studied International Economics in Toronto. With diverse work experience across Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, she settled in the Bay Area in 2005. A certified Japanese language teacher through Seisa University in Yokohama, Mari has over six years of experience teaching children and adults locally and online. Passionate about tailoring lessons to individual needs, she fosters a supportive, engaging environment to help students learn comfortably and confidently.
About the class: Complete Beginner Japanese is a course designed for individuals with little to no prior knowledge of the Japanese language. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the language's basics, including pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
Students will start with an introduction to the Japanese writing system, focusing on hiragana and katakana, the two syllabic scripts essential for foundational literacy. The course emphasizes correct pronunciation and intonation, enabling effective communication from the start.
Participants will also practice speaking and writing in a supportive environment. Whether you’re preparing for travel, exploring Japanese culture, or embarking on a new learning journey, this one-session class is the perfect starting point.
Required Textbook: Genki Textbook Volume 1, 3rd edition (Genki (1)
This class will meet in-person from January 15th to February 19th.
The minimum number of students required per class is three. If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks instead of the usual six.
About the instructor: Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, graduated in French literature from Meiji Gakuin University in Tokyo and later studied International Economics in Toronto. With diverse work experience across Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, she settled in the Bay Area in 2005. A certified Japanese language teacher through Seisa University in Yokohama, Mari has over six years of experience teaching children and adults locally and online. Passionate about tailoring lessons to individual needs, she fosters a supportive, engaging environment to help students learn comfortably and confidently.
About the class: Complete Beginner Japanese is a course designed for individuals with little to no prior knowledge of the Japanese language. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the language's basics, including pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
Students will start with an introduction to the Japanese writing system, focusing on hiragana and katakana, the two syllabic scripts essential for foundational literacy. The course emphasizes correct pronunciation and intonation, enabling effective communication from the start.
Participants will also practice speaking and writing in a supportive environment. Whether you’re preparing for travel, exploring Japanese culture, or embarking on a new learning journey, this one-session class is the perfect starting point.
Required Textbook: Genki Textbook Volume 1, 3rd edition (Genki (1)
This class will meet in-person from January 15th to February 19th.
The minimum number of students required per class is three. If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks instead of the usual six.
About the instructor: Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, graduated in French literature from Meiji Gakuin University in Tokyo and later studied International Economics in Toronto. With diverse work experience across Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, she settled in the Bay Area in 2005. A certified Japanese language teacher through Seisa University in Yokohama, Mari has over six years of experience teaching children and adults locally and online. Passionate about tailoring lessons to individual needs, she fosters a supportive, engaging environment to help students learn comfortably and confidently.
About the class: Complete Beginner Japanese is a course designed for individuals with little to no prior knowledge of the Japanese language. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the language's basics, including pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
Students will start with an introduction to the Japanese writing system, focusing on hiragana and katakana, the two syllabic scripts essential for foundational literacy. The course emphasizes correct pronunciation and intonation, enabling effective communication from the start.
Participants will also practice speaking and writing in a supportive environment. Whether you’re preparing for travel, exploring Japanese culture, or embarking on a new learning journey, this one-session class is the perfect starting point.
Required Textbook: Genki Textbook Volume 1, 3rd edition (Genki (1)