At these classes, children grasp the basic vocabulary and grammar used in the everyday life, learn hiragana, katakana, 20 kanji, get basic ideas of Japanese culture, history and geography. Lessons will be full of fun activities: playing games, reading and discussing books, watching and discussing animated cartoons, practicing Origami (traditional Japanese art of paper folding), singing and reciting poems and singing songs such as Koinobori (Carp Streamer), Chatumi (Tea Picking), Umi (Sea), Hotaru (Firefly), Shiawasenara Teotatakou (If you are happy and you know it, clap your hands), etc.

The goal of this course is to teach students basic Japanese vocabulary and grammar used in the everyday life, introduce them to hiragana, katakana, 20 kanji and give them the basic knowledge of the Japanese culture, history and geography. At the lessons we read and discuss books and magazines, do grammar exercises, watch and discuss animated cartoons and movies, recite poems and play role games. Educational materials and activities vary depending on the students’ age.

LMLC provides one-on-one tutoring in Japanese 1, 2 and 3. Following the Californian High School standards and requirements, we always consider students’ unique abilities and learning styles and tailor each session for individual needs.

AP Japanese Language and Culture course introduces students to a broad spectrum of Japanese culture, historical and contemporary issues of social and political life; covers a broad spectrum of lexical and grammar material, corresponding to the requirements of the Advanced Placement Program and enabling students to get ready for the AP exam.

If you would like to learn conversational or business language, our teachers will be happy to see you among our students!