Heritage Japanese Course is for students who speak Japanese at home.
Includes Kinder, Elementary Grade 1-6, Junior High Grade 1-3, Senior High Grade 1-3
Morning class/Afternoon class
In our Kinder classes, we do not focus on traditional "teaching" of Japanese. At VJLS, we expose the children to fun games, activities, and a variety of Japanese cultural experiences and develop their desire to read and write Hiragana. We also value each child's individuality, nurture their creativity, and guide them to act on their own initiative. Children can play freely and experience physical activities in our large hall.
Instruction is provided in Japanese, however, all students are welcome regardless of Japanese language ability. Classes are divided into two, with a choice of morning or afternoon classes.
Schedule | 10-month program [Sep - Jun] Morning Class: Sat 9am-12pm Afternoon Class: Sat 1pm-4pm |
Fees | Administration Fee: $50 (Payable at the time of registration.) Tuition Fee: One-time payment $1,250 (if registered before May 31, 2023) Monthly payment [Sep-Jun] $131.25 (if registered after June 1, 2023) |
This class is for students Age 6.
Students will practice Japanese and express themselves through interaction with friends and teachers in Japanese in a school context, which will increase students’ opportunities to use the language. They use the Japanese Kokugo and will learn Hiragana, Katakana, and 13 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 7.
Students will practice Japanese and express themselves through interaction with friends and teachers in Japanese in a school context, which will increase students’ opportunities to use the language. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn Hiragana, Katakana, and 67 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 8.
Students will learn to recognize the difference between spoken and written language and express the events around themselves and their feelings in Japanese. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 98 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 9.
Students will learn to recognize the difference between spoken and written language and express the events around themselves and their feelings in Japanese. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 67 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 10.
Students will become accustomed to using written language and learn to express their personal events and their feelings and thoughts in Japanese. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 100 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 11.
Students will become accustomed to using written language and learn to express their personal events and their feelings and thoughts in Japanese. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 100 Kanji.
Schedule | 10-month program, (Sep - Jun) Morning Class: Sat 9am-12pm Afternoon Class: Sat 1pm-4pm |
Fees | Administration Fee: $50 (Payable at the time of registration.) Tuition Fee: One-time payment $1,250 (if registered before May 31, 2023) Monthly payment (Sep-Jun) $131.25 (if registered after June 1, 2023) |
This class is for students Age 12.
Students will learn to express your thoughts and opinions in Japanese according to the theme and purpose related to their interests. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 202 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 13.
Students will learn to express your thoughts and opinions in Japanese according to the theme and purpose related to their interests. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 193 Kanji.
This class is for students Age 14.
Students will learn to express your thoughts and opinions in Japanese according to the theme and purpose related to their interests. They use the Japanese Kokugo textbook and will learn 191 Kanji. Japanese Language Proficiency Test N3 level or higher Japanese is included in the learning content.
Schedule | 10-month program (Sep - Jun) Language Class: Sat 1pm-3pm |
Fees | Administration Fee: $50 (Payable at the time of registration.) Tuition Fee: One-time payment $950 (if registered before May 31, 2023) Monthly payment (Sep-Jun) $99.75 (if registered after June 1, 2023) |
This class is for students Age 15.
Students will learn to express your own opinions and thoughts while deepening their understanding of Japan through reading materials on the theme of Japanese culture and history. Japanese Language Proficiency Test N3 level or higher Japanese is included in the learning content.
This class is for students Age 16.
Students will learn to express their own opinions and thoughts while deepening their understanding of Japan through reading materials on the theme of Japanese culture and history. Japanese Language Proficiency Test N2 level or higher Japanese is included in the learning content.
This class is for students Age 17.
Students will learn to express their own opinions and thoughts while deepening their understanding of Japan through reading materials on the theme of Japanese culture and history. Japanese Language Proficiency Test N2 level or higher Japanese is included in the learning content.
Schedule | 10-month program (Sep - Jun) Language Class: Sat 1pm-3pm |
Fees | Administration Fee: $50 (Payable at the time of registration.) Tuition Fee: One-time payment $950 (if registered before May 31, 2023) Monthly payment (Sep-Jun) $99.75 (if registered after June 1, 2023) |
Age: Heritage JH1-3, SH1-3
Intermediate to advanced Japanese level is required for all Extracurricular classes.
You can be a very different person from the you you know. You can show a face no one has seen before. The stage is the place, and theatre the activity. If you want to enact this dream—let's create a play together. Watch great plays, prepare a script, and create drama. For those who prefer to create with technology such as audio and lights, there are always opportunities to get involved - that is the magic of theatre!
Schedule | 10-month program (Sep - Jun) Extracurricular: Sat 3:10pm-4:10pm The first class is on September 16, 2023 |
Fees | Extracurricular Monthly payment (Sep-Jun) $42 |
Have you ever seen Ghibli movies? How do you feel after watching? Did you enjoy it? Do you feel inspired? Ghibli movies actually relate to Japanese culture and reflect the country's history. When watching them, it is important to understand “why this movie is interesting” or “ what it really means”. If you get it, you will be able to enjoy more and more for sure! Let’s figure out what the hidden message is hidden in each movie.
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