Zoom Japanese Lesson(Beginner2)

This course is suitable for those who can understand the sentences below but want to learn more beyond simple noun sentences, such as verb and adjective sentences.　（⚠️ You don’t need to be able to read kanji, but you must be able to read hiragana and katakana to keep up with the lessons.）

田中さんは東京大学の学生です。
(たなかさんはとうきょうだいがくのがくせいです。)

ご出身はどちらですか。
(ごしゅっしんはどちらですか。)

鈴木さんもトヨタの社員です。
(すずきさんもトヨタのしゃいんです。)

これは山本さんのペンです。
(これはやまもとさんのペンです。)

その机は誰のですか。
(そのつくえはだれのですか。)

これはキャノンのカメラです。
(これはキャノンのカメラです。)

田中さんのパソコンはどこのパソコンですか。
(たなかさんのパソコンはどこのパソコンですか。)

今何時ですか。
(いまなんじですか。)

図書館は9時から6時までです。
(としょかんはくじからろくじまでです。)

お手洗いはどちらですか。
(おてあらいはどちらですか。)

会議室はどこですか。
(かいぎしつはどこですか。)

(Don’t worry if there are some unfamiliar words in the text—we will send you a mini vocabulary booklet. But since my lessons are conducted mostly in Japanese, I will be speaking in Japanese from the start of the Beginner 2 course, using sentence structures like these.

As the lessons progress, the Japanese sentence patterns and vocabulary I use with you will gradually increase. But I will only use the vocabulary and sentence patterns that you have already learned, so it won’t be too difficult. If you don’t understand the sentences above at all, we recommend joining the Beginner 1 course starting in June (5-week course). By completing this Beginner 1 course, you will be able to fully understand all the sentences written here. Please sign up for the waiting list from the Beginner 1 course page.

In Beginner 1, we mainly focused on basic noun sentences like “I am a student.” In this Beginner 2 course, we will start using verb and adjective sentences, so you can express more ideas in Japanese.

I strongly believe that learning Japanese in Japanese is the fastest way to improve. This is the standard method used in Japanese language schools in Japan, and I have been teaching this way for a long time, so there’s nothing to worry about.

Also, if you have already studied Japanese on your own but haven’t had opportunities to practice speaking, this course will help you improve your conversation skills. While I will speak mostly in Japanese using what you have already learned, if something is too difficult to explain clearly with the vocabulary and grammar covered in the course, I will provide explanations in English. So don’t worry!

Of course, if there’s something you really don’t understand, I will explain it in English, so don’t worry! I have taught many complete beginners who started from zero, and I have conducted over 7,000 lessons, so you can feel confident and relaxed in my classes😊

Lesson Schedule

The course will start in March 2025.
We are currently collecting statistics on preferred days and times through a survey. If you’re interested, sign up for the waiting list and fill out the survey!

　What you will learn:

• Building Sentences with Verbs: Learn how to form sentences using verbs in different tenses (past, present, negative, and questions).
• Talking About Time and Schedules: Express what time activities happen, how long they last, and how to ask about others’ schedules.
• Describing Destinations and Directions: Learn how to ask and convey where you are going, how you will get there, and with whom.
• Talking About Daily Activities: Practice expressing actions in your daily routine and where those activities take place.
• Inviting and Making Plans: Learn sentence patterns for inviting others to meals, events, or outings.
• Giving and Receiving: Understand how to express giving and receiving actions in different contexts.
• Describing Objects and People: Learn how to describe things, people, and locations using adjectives and sentence patterns that indicate existence.
• Expressing Preferences and Opinions: Use new question words to ask for opinions and talk about personal likes and dislikes.
• Explaining Reasons: Learn how to express reasons for your actions or feelings.
• Comparing Things: Understand how to compare two things and talk about differences.
• Using Numbers and Counters Naturally: Practice commonly used counters and how to ask about quantities.
• Speaking More Fluently in Conversations: Engage in structured speaking practice to reinforce what you’ve learned and gain confidence in using Japanese.
• …and much more!
  
  What You’ll Be Able to Do After This Course:
• Talk About Daily Life and Plans – Describe your daily routine, talk about past and future actions, and say when activities take place.
• Express Actions in Different Tenses – Talk about completed actions, ongoing activities, things you usually do, things you didn’t do, and things you won’t do.
• Discuss Travel and Transportation – Talk about where you go, where you went, and where you will go, as well as how you get there and who you go with.
• Ask and Answer Questions About Time and Duration – Discuss when things happen, how long they last, and how much time activities take.
• Describe Locations and Positions – Talk about where things and people are using words like “on,” “under,” “inside,” “next to,” and more.
• Ask and Answer Questions About Locations and Actions – Ask where someone does or did something, such as studying or meeting friends, and describe locations in response.
• Talk About Giving and Receiving – Express giving and receiving items naturally in different contexts.
• Invite and Make Plans with Friends – Invite others to go out, make plans together, and respond to invitations.
• Describe and Ask About Quantities – Ask about and express amounts of items and people using counters.
• Talk About the Existence of Things and People – Ask if something exists, describe where things and people are, and talk about quantities.
• Express Duration and Travel Time – Talk about how long you stayed somewhere, how long something takes, and how long it takes to go somewhere.
• Make Comparisons and Express Preferences – Compare two things, describe differences, and say which one you like better.
• and so much more!!
  
  By the end of this course, you’ll be able to talk about daily life, describe events and experiences naturally, ask and answer questions with confidence, and participate in everyday conversations more smoothly. 🎉
  
  What’s Included in This Course
• 90-Minute Live Interactive Group Zoom Classes (Held Once a Week for 8 Weeks) – This is my favorite part! I love meeting you and supporting you in our live classes. Let’s study together and have fun with your classmates! The class size is limited to a maximum of 8 students to ensure that everyone has ample opportunities not only to engage in conversations with classmates but also to answer questions directly from me.
• Zoom Recordings – All live classes will be recorded, so whether you miss a session or want to review, you’ll have access to replays and can download them for lifetime access.
• Weekly Q&A Sessions – If you have questions about the lesson or homework, you can book a 15-minute session once a week to get the clarity you need.
• Personalized Feedback/Weekly Homework – Each week, you’ll receive interactive and engaging homework assignments. I’ll provide personalized feedback to keep you on track and ensure steady progress.
• Saki’s Original E-Book – After each lesson, you’ll receive an e-book with audio, allowing you to review the grammar points covered that day.
• Lesson Replays – All lessons are recorded, so you can review them anytime at your convenience.
• Saki’s Original Vocabulary Book – Before each lesson, you’ll receive a vocabulary book to help you practice and expand your Japanese vocabulary.
• Quizlet Access – Gain access to Saki’s Quizlet, where you can practice vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.

Refund Policy for Missed Lessons

Please note that no refunds or credits will be provided for missed group lessons. Students will have access to the recorded session and any accompanying materials. Rescheduling lessons due to student circumstances is not permitted. However, if the instructor needs to reschedule a lesson due to unforeseen circumstances, the lesson will be rescheduled at a later date, and no refunds will be issued.

Before enrolling, please carefully check the class schedule and complete the level check. Refunds will not be given if you realize after registering that you misunderstood the schedule or that the course level is not a good fit. To ensure smooth operation of group lessons, we must enforce this policy strictly.

If you are unsure about your level, please email me before registering so I can help you determine if this course is suitable for you.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.