JAPANESE LANGUAGE COURSES OTTAWA
2026 SUMMER COURSE
Japanese for Communication
June 16 - July 14 (9 sessions)
A series of classes aimed at building and improving communication skills in Japanese focusing primarily on conversation and listening. The course is built around topics. The lessons will include learning vocabulary, expressions and grammar, and practicing using them in a specific context. We will cover 2 topics from the Marugoto: Japanese Language and Culture series textbook for the duration of the course.
Schedule
Beginner Year 1 - Tuesdays and Thursdays 5.30-6.45 pm
Beginner Year 2 - Tuesdays and Thursdays 7.00-8.15 pm
Level
This course is for students who have experience studying Japanese and wish to be able to use Japanese in a conversation. If you are a complete beginner, please, register for the Japanese Beginners Course from September.
This course minimum requirement is being able to
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fully read and write hiragana and katakana
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communicate on simple topics of conversation
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introduce yourself and describe your immediate environment.
Textbook
Marugoto Elementary 1 (A2) Katsudoo
Course fees
$130
The textbook is not included in the course fees and has to be purchased separately.
The course fees are non-refundable.
Registration
May 20 - June 5
To register, submit the registration form by following the link below and we will get back to you. If you are not sure which level to register for, email us at jlc.ottawa@gmail.com for a level assessment.
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COURSE SCHEDULE
2025-2026
1ST SEMESTER
September 2 - December 20
Registration: July 1-31
2ND SEMESTER
January 27 - May 30
Registration: January 6-20
Our courses are held in-person twice a week at our location.
The courses are for adult learners only and the spots in each group are limited.
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JAPANESE BEGINNERS COURSE
2-year course for complete beginners that will allow you to build a strong foundation in Japanese language.
Year 1
Group 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4.00-5.15 pm
Group 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5.30-6.45 pm
Year 2
Tuesdays 7.00-8.15 pm and Saturdays 9.00-10.15 am
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JAPANESE PRE-INTERMEDIATE COURSE
This course is for students who are looking to continue their studies and is designed for those who have completed Japanese Year 1&2 course. Placement test is required to join this course.
Thursdays 7.00-8.15 pm and Saturdays 10.30-11.45 am
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PRIVATE CLASSES
Customized program according to the students' objectives. Includes conversation classes, preparation to JLPT (N5-N3), reading comprehension, preparing to living in Japan.
Private Classes
Students go through an evaluation and get a personalized program based on their current level and objectives.
Small Group Classes
(2 or more students)
After taking a placement test, students are placed in a group of students of the same level. The program is designed to meet their objectives.