2021 Spring Japanese
Please Note: These courses will be conducted online via Zoom, and are a temporary substitute for our in-person courses due to COVID-19. To participate fully, you will need access to a device with internet, microphone, and camera (such as a laptop, smartphone, or tablet). Further instructions will be emailed to you the business day before your class begins. Please note that all times listed are New York time (ET). Calculate your local time
Tuition
| Early Registration Discount: Through Wednesday, January 6 | ||
| 10-Lesson Courses (Classes once a week) Members: $270 Non-members: $310 |
20-Lesson Courses (Classes twice a week, or two once a week courses) Members: $460 Non-members: $520 |
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| Regular Tuition: Starting Thursday, January 7 | ||
| 10-Lesson Courses (Classes once a week) Members: $280 Non-members: $320 |
20-Lesson Courses (Classes twice a week, or two once a week courses) Members: $470 Non-members: $540 |
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| At the moment, registration is only accepted online (recommended) or by phone, and we are only taking payment in the form of credit or debit cards (no checks or cash). Acceptance will be acknowledged by email. To enroll in two once-a-week courses (total of 20 lessons) at the combined discount, please call (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. Students with credit: please also call the office at (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. To purchase or renew a membership, please visit our Membership page.If you are already registering by phone for a class, you can purchase or renew a membership at the same time. For more information, please email us at language@japansociety.org, or call at (212) 715-1269. Please note that while we are working remotely, we may not always be reachable by phone. |
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To register online, click "Register":
Course Information
Thirteen levels of Japanese are offered this spring, from beginner to advanced, emphasizing conversation, listening, reading and writing. Four kanji courses and other specialized courses, such as Japanese Society Through Manga and Culture + Current Topics, are also offered.Students must be 16 or older to register for the courses, or 15 or older for the Casual Japanese through Anime course.
Course descriptions and schedules can be found in the drop down menus below, or see the links for the PDF version.
2021 Spring Japanese Course Info (PDF)
2021 Spring Japanese Course Schedule (PDF)
Registrants will receive course information by email from language_inquiries@japansociety.org or language@japansociety.org on:
- the afternoon of Friday, January 22, 2021 (for classes beginning on Monday, January 25)
- the afternoon of Monday, January 25, 2021 (for classes beginning on Tuesday, January 26)
- the afternoon of Tuesday, January 26, 2021 (for classes beginning on Wednesday, January 27)
- the afternoon of Wednesday, January 27, 2021 (for classes beginning on Thursday, January 28)
- the afternoon of Thursday, January 28, 2021 (for classes beginning on Friday, January 29)
Not sure where to begin? New Language Center students with no previous background in Japanese should enroll in a Level 1 course. Students with some background should refer to the Level Guide or course textbooks to determine the most appropriate class. There is no placement exam. If you are still not sure of your level, it may be possible to schedule a level assessment by phone with the Director. Please email language@japansociety.org to schedule.
Intermediate Level
Advanced Intermediate Level
Advanced Level
Visitor Information
Japan Society Language Center and C.V. Starr Library333 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017
Language Center Hours:
Monday—Friday, 10:30 AM—6:30 PM
Contact:
Phone: (212) 715-1269
Email: language@japansociety.org
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