Really internalize the basic Japanese writing system with our 4 CoRneRS learning method!
(Already know the characters? Go to Japanese for Adults I.)
[Session 1 In-person] Tuesdays 6:35 – 7:55PM February 4 – March 11
Lincoln Park Branch, Chicago Public Library (1150 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)
[Session 3 In-person] Date/time and location TBD
1.5 hours for 6 weeks at a library where we offer classes (you can request it at one of those locations and I’ll do my best to fit everyone in)
Leave me alone
For those who have an amazing memory and are diligent about studying often.
You'll practice on your own and ask questions in class or through our private Discord Japanese learning community.
Check in on me (Recommended)
For those who need feedback on how they're doing but can otherwise study regularly by themselves.
You'll get a workbook and audio, worksheet review and access to our private Discord Japanese learning community.
Hold my hand
For those who have trouble sticking to a study schedule or who need more ways to study.
You'll get a detailed curriculum, workbook and audio, video course, weekly 30-minute online Office Hours every Wednesday night, worksheet review and access to our private Discord Japanese learning community.
While I normally make sure younger students have everything available to help them to learn, as adults, you know how much support you need when picking up something new. You get to choose what works best for you.
We’ll be starting at the beginning and studying the basic Japanese writing system.
If you already know these characters, then take Japanese for Adults I.
This class is for adults. You must be 18 or older.
Refunds possible (restrictions apply): see specifics under In-person courses in the Refund and Returns Policy.
Full immersion Mondays 6:50 – 7:30PM Central. No classes December 18 – 31.
Young kids*, teens and families are welcome!
* Kids who have a hard time focusing for 40 minutes should take the こどものにほんご Japanese for Kids classes.
Naturally pick up words and phrases through images, actions and other senses.
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Over 2 months, you’ll learn everything you need to create a paper play where you share a little about yourself and your hopes and dreams.
Covers where you’re from, transitive/intransitive verbs, getting specific, reasons, more verbs, potential verb conjugation, paper plays.
Once a week for 7 weeks. Can be online or in person (preference of the entire class).
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$8.88
Made for those who don’t have a lot of free time, this workbook is great for anyone who loves studying on their own and at their own pace.
You will be walked through how
At the end of each themed section, there are activities, tests and quizzes to show you what you should go back and review before moving on. Comes with answer keys for most worksheets.
This is a great companion to any ひらがな and カタカナ studies you are doing: Japanese sentences and words are entirely in かな so you get lots of practice!
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The intro course to Japanese with everyday vocabulary and grammar, you learn how to “intro”duce yourself!
Picks up from Teens’ Kill it with Kana, covering the rest of the sounds needed to say things in Japanese.
6 hours of class over 4 weeks live online or in person. Workbook and videos. Weekly Office Hours.
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