Course Objectives

• Strengthen listening and speaking reflexes in everyday Japanese communication situations.
• Expand practical vocabulary and frequently used conversational sentence patterns.
• Improve pronunciation, fluency, and confidence when communicating with Japanese speakers.
• Develop understanding of basic Japanese communication culture and social manners.
• Encourage students to actively participate in conversations through interactive speaking practice.

Course Requirements

• Recommended for learners who already have basic Japanese knowledge (equivalent to JLPT N5 level or beginner foundation).
• Suitable for students who can read basic Hiragana and Katakana.
• Placement consultation may be conducted before enrollment to determine suitable class level.

Skill Targets

Listening

• Improve comprehension of daily conversations spoken at natural beginner-level speed.
• Develop the ability to identify key information, instructions, and common expressions in real-life situations.

Speaking

• Build confidence in introducing oneself, asking questions, expressing opinions, and maintaining simple conversations.
• Practice pronunciation, intonation, and natural Japanese speaking rhythm.

Vocabulary & Expressions

• Expand vocabulary related to daily life, transportation, shopping, restaurants, emergencies, and social interaction.
• Learn useful sentence structures and commonly used conversational expressions.

Cultural Communication

• Understand basic Japanese communication etiquette, greetings, politeness levels, and social behaviors.
• Develop awareness of communication styles commonly used in Japanese society.

Teaching Materials and Methodology

Learning Materials

• Topic-based materials customized to students’ proficiency levels
• Vocabulary and sentence-pattern flashcards
• Real-life communication audio and video resources
• Supplementary conversation worksheets

Teaching Methodology

• Pair and small-group conversation practice
• Role-play activities based on practical situations
• Pronunciation correction and personalized feedback
• Interactive speaking-focused lessons
• Continuous speaking assessments throughout the course

Assessment System

• Regular speaking tests and progress checks
• Continuous classroom participation evaluation
• Personalized instructor feedback after speaking activities
• Final speaking performance assessment at the end of each module

Syllabus Flexibility

• Lesson pacing, communication topics, and classroom activities may be adjusted based on students’ learning progress, communication goals, and overall classroom performance. Sakura Academy aims to provide a flexible and supportive learning environment tailored to each learner’s needs.
• For further information, placement consultation, or course inquiries, please contact Sakura Academy directly.