Zoom Lesson(Beginner 1)

This course is perfect if you…

• Want to learn Japanese, but have no idea where to start
• Need to master survival Japanese for an upcoming trip to Japan
• Want clear guidance on Japanese language and culture, along with built-in accountability
• Tried self-teaching, but realized you need structured guidance and REAL speaking practice
  
  What You’ll Be Able to Do After This Course:
  
• Understand the Japanese writing system, pronunciation, and basic sentence structures.
• Master key particles, including は (wa), も (mo), から (kara), まで (made), and の (no)
• Survive real-life situations in Japan with ease! Imagine being able to:
  ・Introduce yourself, ask where someone is from, and talk about occupations
  ・Order food at restaurants and buy items at stores or department stores (including asking for prices or which
  　floor a sectionis on)
  ・Ask whose belongings something is
  ・Ask for directions when you’re lost while traveling
  ・Ask for the time, as well as opening and closing hours of stores and places
• Master “MUST-KNOW” greetings and essential phrases for daily communication
• Engage in beginner-level Japanese conversations with greater confidence in your daily life!
  
  Course Outline:
  
  Week1: Japanese Alphabet(1) & Self-Introduction
  JST 🇯🇵Sat, Aug 22 | 9:00–11:05 AM
• Learn the Japanese writing system. “What is Japanese?”
• Learn the Japanese alphabet (Hiragana) and start reading and writing Japanese.
• Practice basic Japanese pronunciation.
• Self-Introduction
• Learn essential greetings used in everyday life.
  
  Week2: Japanese Alphabet(2) & What is this?
  JST 🇯🇵Sat, Aug 29 | 9:00–11:05 AM
• Learn the Japanese alphabet (Katakana).
• Talk more about yourself and others using simple phrases. 
• Learn useful shopping vocabulary. 
• Ask and answer simple questions about things around you.
  
  Week3: Numbers & Whose is it? It’s my bag. 
  JST 🇯🇵Sat, Sep 5 | 9:00–11:05 AM
• Read and use numbers with confidence.
• Ask and answer who something belongs to.
• Talk about brands, companies, and countries.
  
  Week4: Shopping(1) & Getting Around
  JST 🇯🇵Sat, Sep 12 | 9:00–11:05 AM
• Learn and practice MUST-KNOW shopping phrases for shopping.
• Learn how to ask where places are.
  
  Final week: Shopping(2) & Asking the time
  JST 🇯🇵Sat, Sep 19 | 9:00–11:05 AM
• Learn how to ask what floor something is on.
• Asking the Time “What time is it?”
• Ask about opening hours and business hours.
  
  What’s Included in This Course
• Five 2-hour live Zoom classes held once a week for 5 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! *Each session includes a 5-minute break.
• Small-group Speaking Practice in Every Class 
  The class size is limited to 8 students to ensure that everyone has plenty of opportunities to speak.
• Course Materials Included
  All materials, including PowerPoint slides, are provided—there’s no need to purchase additional textbooks.
• Downloadable Class Recordings with Lifetime Access
  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 Homework
  Assignments will be given every week to help reinforce what you’ve learned and ensure steady progress.
• Personalized Feedback on Your Homework
  I’ll provide personalized feedback on your homework to help keep you on track and make sure you’re making progress.

Special Bonus!

• One 15-minute Q&A Session Available Each Week
  You can book a 15-minute session once a week to get the clarity you need. For instance, if there’s anything you didn’t understand in the lesson, you can ask questions. If you’re having any difficulties with learning Japanese, we can talk about them, and if you’d like more conversation practice, we can do that too.
• A Free Make-up Lesson if You Miss A Class 
  If you miss a lesson, you’ll not only get access to the recording and lesson materials, but you can also take a free private make-up lesson.
• Original E-books with Audio after Each Lesson
  After each lesson, you’ll receive an e-book with audio, allowing you to review the grammar points covered that day.
• Original Vocabulary Books before Each Lesson
  Before each lesson, you’ll receive a vocabulary book to practice and expand your Japanese vocabulary.
• Quizlet(Digital flashcards app)  Access for Vocabulary and Pronunciation Practice
  Gain access to Saki’s Quizlet, where you can practice vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.

Testimonials

Einar 🇳🇴| Spent a year on a language app before joining

“5 weeks with Saki sensei taught me more than a full year on a language app!”

After spending a year on a language app that felt more like a game than real learning, I decided to get serious and study with a native speaker. In just five Zoom group sessions with Saki sensei, I learned more useful Japanese than a whole year on the app! You get a solid foundation in the basics and, most importantly, real speaking practice. It truly took my Japanese to the next level!

James 🇺🇸 | Self-taught learner looking for real retention & structure

“The multi-skill approach and homework finally made Japanese stick!”

Self-study wasn’t working for me because I wasn’t retaining the information. Saki sensei’s structured live lessons changed that completely. The homework and practice targeting all skills: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and even typing, helped reinforce everything. It’s the best decision I’ve made for my Japanese learning!

Katrina 🇺🇸 | Complete beginner learning Japanese from scratch

“From zero Japanese to real, natural everyday conversation in just 5 weeks!”

Saki-san makes learning Japanese as a complete beginner so enjoyable and effective. With her small-group setup, everyone gets enough practice time for basic words and pronunciation. Instead of overly polite business Japanese, she teaches natural phrases you can actually use in Japan. I learned so much in just 5 weeks, and the supplemental study materials are super valuable!

Refund Policy for Missed Lessons

📌 Important Note on Refunds and Class Placement

Please note that no refunds or credits will be issued for missed group lessons. However, all students will have access to the class recording and any accompanying materials for review. In addition, students can book a free make-up lesson using a dedicated booking link.

Before enrolling, please carefully review the class schedule and complete the level check. Refunds will not be provided if, after registering, you discover a scheduling conflict or realize that the course level is not appropriate for you. To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, we kindly ask for your understanding as we must strictly enforce this policy.

If you’re still not sure whether this course is right for you, feel free to email me before registering—I’d be happy to help you figure it out.

sakijapaneselesson@gmail.com

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!