Kanji Classes
Instructor : Aya Yamakawa
Duration : 16 weeks x 2 semesters
Class term : January 10th – May 2nd
Frequency of Classes : 2 x 90 min lessons per week
Class Time : 8pm - 9:30pm
Participants : This level is for those who already mastered Hiragana and Katakana.
Course Description
Kanji classes are designed to help students learn and master the intricate characters of the Japanese writing system. Kanji, which are characters borrowed from Chinese and used in Japanese writing, play a crucial role in understanding and communicating in the language. In Kanji classes, students typically learn the stroke order, meanings, readings, and usage of various Kanji characters.
The curriculum of Kanji classes often progresses from basic to advanced levels, starting with fundamental characters and gradually moving on to more complex ones. Students practice writing Kanji characters repeatedly to improve their recognition and memorization skills. Additionally, they learn how Kanji characters are combined to form words and phrases, enhancing their overall reading and writing proficiency in Japanese.
Kanji classes may also focus on practical applications of Kanji in everyday contexts, such as reading newspapers, signs, menus, and other written materials. Understanding Kanji is essential for fluency in Japanese and is a key component of language proficiency exams like the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test).
Overall, Kanji classes provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the intricate world of Japanese characters, enabling them to communicate effectively and confidently in written Japanese.