🌸 With Language as Our Boat, Crossing the Sea of Culture 🌸 Hello everyone! Having lived and studied in Japan for 10 years, I specialized in Japanese Cultural History during my graduate studies and earned a Ph.D. in Literature. To all who are beginning—or are already learning—Japanese, I’d like to share this thought: “True mastery of Japanese goes beyond just grammar and vocabulary.” Shall we explore together the world behind the words? —The subtle sense of mono no aware hidden in novels, —The heart behind complex workplace honorifics, —Or why cherry blossoms evoke a feeling of fleeting beauty in the Japanese soul… ⭐ What Our Classroom Values ⭐ ① Build up moments of “I see” and “I get it!” ・Instead of dry grammar rules, learn expressions naturally through classic literature excerpts or lines from favorite manga. ・Wondering, “How do I say this feeling in Japanese?”—that curiosity is your best textbook. ② Map out your own learning journey ・Want to fully understand anime and drama dialogue? ・Dream of entering a Japanese graduate school? ・Need to write polished business emails? → Your goals are our starting point. Each path is unique—lessons are tailored just for you! If you are someone who: ・Wants to shift Japanese from “studying” to “enjoying” ・Has passed JLPT N1 but still feels something is “missing” ・Feels a language “barrier” when considering study or work in Japan ・Simply loves Japanese culture and history and wants to go deeper Then, come join a relaxed trial lesson! We look forward to welcoming you. 🍎 Starting from Zero Series ・Hiragana/Katakana Basics ・Essential Travel Japanese (greetings, asking for directions, etc.) ・In-depth Travel Japanese (scenario-based practice for various travel situations) 🧀 Exams & Academic Series ・JLPT N5～N1 ・J-TEST Preparation ・JLPT/J-TEST Practice & Review Sessions ・University/ Graduate School Interview Simulation ・Research Plan Guidance & Document Support 🥩 Business Japanese Series ・Introduction to Keigo + Logic Behind Honorifics ・Distinguishing Respectful & Humble Language in Real Situations ・BJT Business Japanese Test Preparation 🥛 Beyond Fluency Series ・Can’t Speak Confidently Despite Having Certificates ・Reading & Discussing Classic Japanese Literature ・Introduction to Kuzushiji (Cursive Script) & Academic Reading ❗ Class Guidelines ❕ ・Bring a notebook and pen to jot down useful phrases. ・Check your device and internet connection before class starts. ・If you need to cancel, please do so at least 24 hours in advance. For cancellations within 24 hours, notify me via Line/AT chat.