Private Online Japanese Language Classes

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Private Online Japanese Language Classes

School Introduction

Affordable, online, 1-on-1 Japanese lessons
with experienced Japanese teachers

As a way to support those who wish to learn Japanese but are unable to come to Japan—in general and also due to the coronavirus situation—or unable to access quality Japanese lessons in your home country, the Japan Study Abroad Network matches you with experienced, English-speaking Japanese teachers to provide affordable and high-quality 1-on-1 classes online to serve a variety of learning objectives. Because these classes are private, meaning it is just you and your teacher, you will have the opportunity to speak with your teacher about any changes you'd like to make about the class content as you go, so that you are always learning what you need, as your needs change. In this way, it's okay if you are not sure exactly what course to take. Before you decide to take our lessons and begin your program, you can have a free 20-minute trial session online with one of our Japanese teachers to confirm your objectives and discuss a plan that will work for you. If you are planning on coming to Japan for study or work, we can provide accommodation services, higher education counselling and career support.

Class Size: 1 to 1
Japanese Level Requirement: Any
Minimum Course Duration: 10 classes of 50 minutes each

Main Features

Carefully Selected Teachers
We don’t have many teachers, but the ones we do have over 10 years experience teaching Japanese to international students, can speak English well, and are highly passionate about helping you achieve your goals.
Affordable Prices
As we hire our teachers directly, you will find that the costs of our specialized programs are less expensive than others.
Our Network & Resources
As a Global Japanese Study Abroad Agency, we are able to support you in various other ways through and beyond this program, including introducing programs, jobs, accommodations and other opportunities in Japan.
What you need to begin class

To participate properly in class, you will need:

  • a computer or tablet with wifi connectivity for sharing slides & documents
    (phones can only be acceptable for advanced-level students who are able to understand without visual aids)
  • an account in one of the following apps: Skype, Google Meets, Zoom, FB Messenger.
  • a wifi connection
  • writing materials, including paper and a pen
  • a relatively quiet location so that you can hear your teacher clearly

School Location

Our teachers are based in Tokyo, Japan, but as this program runs online, students can attend from all around the world.
Please be aware of time differences when arranging your timetable.

Available Courses

  • General Japanese Language Course
  • Practical Japanese Conversation Course
  • Business Japanese Course
  • Japanese Test Preparation Course

General Japanese Language Course

Course Description

This program is designed for those who would like an intensive and well-rounded study of the Japanese language, which encompasses reading, writing, listening and speaking. Lessons highlight the important grammar structures of the Japanese language, train your reading and writing abilities, and teach the key vocabulary words necessary for continued academic study in Japanese. This course is suitable for complete beginner- to advanced-level students who are serious about learning Japanese in the long-term. It is highly recommended to learn hiragana and katakana before beginning this course.


Topics include:

  • Conversational Japanese, including greetings, small talk, and talking about yourself
  • Japanese grammar, with explanations and exercises for practise
  • Writing short stories and articles
  • Verbal communication practise so that you can express your ideas and ask questions
  • Support in Japanese and kanji can also be included

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Dates & Times

Courses can be scheduled from Monday to Sunday, 08:00AM to 9:00PM, Japan Time.
Class dates & times are flexible, based on your availability and that of our teachers.

We recommend that you plan to have at least 1 or 2 lessons a week so that your progress isn’t lost and you can achieve your learning goals. We typically schedule classes the same same day and time each week.


Class duration

50 minutes.
Note: If the student doesn’t show up to the session within the 1st 15 minutes, the class will be cancelled.


Program Duration

Based on your current level and goals, we will recommend you a program length that is appropriate for reaching your aim. This will be based on the free 20-minute consultation session with our Japanese Teacher.

Tuition Fees

Number of Classes
(50-minutes each)
Total fee
10 classes ¥44,000
20 classes ¥86,240 (2% discount)
30 classes ¥128,040 (3% discount)



A 20-minute consultation session will be arranged for you free of charge to assess your current Japanese level, goals and schedule. Based on this session we will propose a plan. You will have the opportunity to consider this plan before officially beginning your program with us.


Notes:

All above fees are in JPY and include tax [10%].
The course fees listed are the total. There are no administration or other fees.
In addition to the above fees, your teacher may recommend that you purchase a textbook. We will work with you to create a plan based on your ability to get a textbook, if needed.

Our Quality Guarantee:

If after your first or second lesson you are dissatisfied with any aspect of your class, we will refund all remaining course fees paid. This applies regardless of the number of classes for which you are registered.

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Practical Japanese Conversation Course

Course Description

This class is designed for those who wish to improve their Japanese communication abilities, with an emphasis on speaking and reading in everyday, useful Japanese. This course is a little less intense than the General Japanese Language Course as you practice communicating with your teacher about real and role-play scenarios, with visual aids to guide the lessons. This course is suitable for beginners to intermediate students who are planning on visiting, living and/or working in Japan, or who wish to be able to communicate with Japanese people more effectively, for a variety of purposes.


Topics include:

  • Greetings and common expressions
  • Talking about dates & schedule, and making plans with others
  • Seeking understanding and confirmation
  • Introducing yourself; your family, goals and interests
  • Asking for directions and help
  • Ordering at restaurants & take-away counters; making payments & shopping
  • Making phone reservations for restaurants and hospitals
  • Expressing your ideas & opinions, and asking questions

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Dates & Times

Courses can be scheduled from Monday to Sunday, 10:00AM to 9:00PM, Japan Time.
Class dates & times are flexible, based on your availability and that of our teachers.

We recommend that you plan to have at least 1 or 2 lessons a week so that your progress isn’t lost and you can achieve your learning goals. We typically schedule classes the same same day and time each week.


Class duration

50 minutes.
Note: If the student doesn’t show up to the session within the 1st 15 minutes, the class will be cancelled.


Program Duration

Based on your current level and goals, we will recommend you a program length that is appropriate for reaching your aim. This will be based on the free 20-minute consultation session with our Japanese Teacher.

Tuition Fees

Number of Classes
(50-minutes each)
Total fee
10 classes ¥44,000
20 classes ¥86,240 (2% discount)
30 classes ¥128,040 (3% discount)



A 20-minute consultation session will be arranged for you free of charge to assess your current Japanese level, goals and schedule. Based on this session we will propose a plan. You will have the opportunity to consider this plan before officially beginning your program with us.


Notes:

All above fees are in JPY and include tax [10%].
The course fees listed are the total. There are no administration or other fees.
In addition to the above fees, your teacher may recommend that you purchase a textbook. We will work with you to create a plan based on your ability to get a textbook, if needed.

Our Quality Guarantee:

If after your first or second lesson you are dissatisfied with any aspect of your class, we will refund all remaining course fees paid. This applies regardless of the number of classes for which you are registered.

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Business Japanese Course

Course Description

This course focuses on Japanese to be used in professional settings, and covers essential verbal communication for both customer service scenarios as well as business-to-business interactions. Upon request, this course can also provide training for resume writing, interviews with Japanese companies, sales and business meetings, presentations, and email writing. This course is broken into two types: Business Survival for Beginners and Advanced Business Communication (recommended for N2+), and is suitable for learners who are currently working with Japanese people or companies, or who aim to work in such professional contexts in the future.


Topics include:

  • Professional greetings, expressions, and mannerisms
  • Japanese company etiquette and customer service training, including non-verbal essentials
  • Resume writing; interview training, including self-introductions
  • Custom, in-context scenarios and role-play training
  • Writing emails professionally; commonly used sentences and practises

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Dates & Times

Courses can be scheduled from Monday to Sunday, 10:00AM to 9:00PM, Japan Time.
Class dates & times are flexible, based on your availability and that of our teachers.

We recommend that you plan to have at least 1 or 2 lessons a week so that your progress isn’t lost and you can achieve your learning goals. We typically schedule classes the same same day and time each week.


Class duration

50 minutes.
Note: If the student doesn’t show up to the session within the 1st 15 minutes, the class will be cancelled.


Program Duration

Based on your current level and goals, we will recommend you a program length that is appropriate for reaching your aim. This will be based on the free 20-minute consultation session with our Japanese Teacher.

Tuition Fees

Number of Classes
(50-minutes each)
Total fee
10 classes ¥44,000
20 classes ¥86,240 (2% discount)
30 classes ¥128,040 (3% discount)



A 20-minute consultation session will be arranged for you free of charge to assess your current Japanese level, goals and schedule. Based on this session we will propose a plan. You will have the opportunity to consider this plan before officially beginning your program with us.


Notes:

All above fees are in JPY and include tax [10%].
The course fees listed are the total. There are no administration or other fees.
In addition to the above fees, your teacher may recommend that you purchase a textbook. We will work with you to create a plan based on your ability to get a textbook, if needed.

Our Quality Guarantee:

If after your first or second lesson you are dissatisfied with any aspect of your class, we will refund all remaining course fees paid. This applies regardless of the number of classes for which you are registered.

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Japanese Test Preparation Course

Course Description

This course is an intensive study of Japanese that focuses on targeted exercises in order to prepare you for taking the most common Japanese language tests, including the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test), EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students), BJT (Business Japanese Proficiency Test), J-TEST (Test of Japanese Language), TOPJ (Top Japanese), and NAT-TEST (The Japanese Language Test). This program is intense, and best suited for serious students who are fully committed to passing the exam. Because there will be a lot of homework and training involved, this course will likely require students to purchase several textbooks.


Topics include:

  • Key vocabulary and grammar found on the test and level you are aiming to take
  • Writing exercises to build skills and confidence
  • Examine previous tests and take mock tests, both official and created by our teachers

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Dates & Times

Courses can be scheduled from Monday to Sunday, 10:00AM to 9:00PM, Japan Time.
Class dates & times are flexible, based on your availability and that of our teachers.

We recommend that you plan to have at least 1 or 2 lessons a week so that your progress isn’t lost and you can achieve your learning goals. We typically schedule classes the same same day and time each week.


Class duration

50 minutes.
Note: If the student doesn’t show up to the session within the 1st 15 minutes, the class will be cancelled.


Program Duration

Based on your current level and goals, we will recommend you a program length that is appropriate for reaching your aim. This will be based on the free 20-minute consultation session with our Japanese Teacher.

Tuition Fees

Number of Classes
(50-minutes each)
Total fee
10 classes ¥44,000
20 classes ¥86,240 (2% discount)
30 classes ¥128,040 (3% discount)



A 20-minute consultation session will be arranged for you free of charge to assess your current Japanese level, goals and schedule. Based on this session we will propose a plan. You will have the opportunity to consider this plan before officially beginning your program with us.


Notes:

All above fees are in JPY and include tax [10%].
The course fees listed are the total. There are no administration or other fees.
In addition to the above fees, your teacher may recommend that you purchase a textbook. We will work with you to create a plan based on your ability to get a textbook, if needed.

Our Quality Guarantee:

If after your first or second lesson you are dissatisfied with any aspect of your class, we will refund all remaining course fees paid. This applies regardless of the number of classes for which you are registered.

Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.

Our Free Services

We aim to support all students who are interested in coming to Japan to study & live.
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
  • School & Visa
    Application Support

  • Free Japanese
    Language Lessons

  • Accommodation
    Setup

  • 24-Hour
    Emergency Assistance

For free information & consultation about this and other schools in Japan

    If you wish to apply directly to this program, please fill out our application form.

    For more information, please fill out the inquiry form below and a member of our team will get in touch with you:

    First and middle name(s)*

    Family name(s) *

    Email *

    Confirm email *

    Sex *

    Date of birth *

    Nationality (same as passport) *

    Knowledge of hiragana

    Knowledge of katakana

    Current Japanese level *

    Learning objectives

    General (Academic) JapanesePractical & Conversational JapaneseJapanese Language Test PreparationBusiness JapaneseOther (please specify):

    Do you have any plans to come to Japan to study, work or live in the future?

    If yes, tell us more about your goals in Japan, as we may be able to provide free support & guidance

    How did you hear about us?

    Purpose of Collecting and Use of Personal Information:We are collecting this information about you solely for the purposes of contacting you and providing you the information that is most suitable and relevant to your study, work or live abroad objectives. The information collected about you in this form is for internal purposes only, will be kept confidential & secure at all times, and will not be shared with any other 3rd-party organisation without your explicit consent. When you submit this form to us, you will automatically be sent an email copy containing the same information for your records. For any queries regarding the personal information collected about you, please email us at japan[at]deow.jp.

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