Japanese Beginner Course

General Japanese for Beginners

Start speaking Japanese with confidence in everyday situations.

This beginner Japanese course introduces the language through real-life conversations and practical situations. Using the Marugoto curriculum (Japan Foundation), you’ll build the skills to communicate in everyday contexts.

You’ll join the right beginner stage based on your starting level:

Foundations (CEFR A1.1): Start from zero and build essential communication skills
Elementary (CEFR A1.2): Expand into daily life conversations and simple interactions

You’ll learn to:

1. Speak and understand basic Japanese in real situations
2. Read and write using Hiragana and Katakana
3. Build confidence through guided conversation practice
4. Understand how Japanese is used in everyday life and culture

Who This Japanese Course Is For

• Complete beginners with no prior experience
• Learners who want to restart Japanese from the basics
• Those looking to use Japanese for travel, social, or personal interest
• Learners who prefer a structured but practical approach

What You’ll Learn (Beginner Japanese)

Foundations (A1.1)

• Introduce yourself and exchange basic greetings
• Describe your background and talk about your family
• Use essential Japanese expressions in everyday situations
• Read and write Hiragana and Katakana, and recognise common words
• Order food and express simple preferences

Elementary (A1.2)

• Describe your home and daily routine
• Talk about your schedule and make simple plans
• Invite others and respond appropriately
• Discuss hobbies and free-time activities
• Understand everyday written Japanese (e.g. signs, posters, schedules)

Across both stages, you’ll build practical speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills for real-life communication.

Typical Real-Life Situations You’ll Handle in Japanese

• Meeting people and introducing yourself
• Talking about your life, home, and daily routine
• Ordering food in cafés and restaurants
• Making plans and social arrangements
• Discussing your interests and free-time activities

Course Structure & Delivery

• Small-group, interactive classes (3-6 learners)
• 15 × 90 minute group sessions
• Conversation-focused with guided practice
• Based on the Marugoto approach
• Step-by-step progression through practical scenarios

Each session builds towards clear “can-do” communication outcomes.

Entry Level

• No prior knowledge required for beginners

(A short placement check may be used if needed.)

Assessment & Certification

• Ongoing feedback throughout the course
• Progress tracked through practical tasks and participation, with digital materials included
• Final exam and CEFR aligned certificate included

Outcomes & Next Steps

• Handle simple conversations in everyday situations
• Understand and use essential Japanese expressions
• Continue to the next level with a solid foundation

Terms and Conditions

• Refunds can be made up to 48 hours before the course starts. No refunds can be provided after this time.
• A minimum exam score of 70% is required for CEFR certificate issuance.
• In the case of only 2 student enrollments, the course will be converted to a semi-private format of 15 hours.