MASTER THE BASICS
HIRAGANA | KATAKANA | KANJI
ABOUT
HIRAGANA
KATAKANA
KANJI
WORKSHOP
- Make life in Japan easier by mastering the basics of each alphabet.
- In this workshop we will show you the basics of hiragana, katakana, and kanji in three two-hour sessions.
- If there is one writing system in particular you’re struggling with, just take one session, otherwise, have a go at all three!
- Our workshop focuses on reading and vocabulary, with the goal of not just reading but understanding the meaning of the Japanese characters.
What you CAN take away from this course
- Quickly gain a wide range of vocabulary, so you’ll be able to understand signs and menus while out and about.
- Learn how to self-study and how to continue learning Japanese characters after the workshop.
contents
* You can join one or more workshops
1. Hiragana (2 hrs.)
- Increase your vocabulary for daily life through hiragana reading practice
- Never forget the characters by learning with mnemonics (visualisation)
- Essential for all beginner Japanese students
2. Katakana (2 hrs.)
- Increase your vocabulary while learning the structure and uses of katakana
- Increase your vocabulary for daily life through katakana reading practice.
- Learn the differences between hiragana and katakana, and how to learn both in tandem
3. Introduction to Kanji (2 hrs.)
- Learn why we need kanji
- Learn about the origins of kanji
- Learn basic kanji you might encounter in daily life (numbers, days of the week, exit, entrance, push and pull, etc.)
- Learn best practices for continuing your kanji self-study after the workshop
Application Deadline
Up to 3 days before the workshop
Schedule &
duration
Thursdays 12:00 – 14:00
- 1. Hiragana – Every 2nd Thursday
- 2. Katakana – Every 3rd Thursday
- 3. Introduction to Kanji – Every 4th Thursday
Number of
students
- Classes of 2-6 students
- オンライン
PRICE
Workshop duration: 120 minutes
Price per workshop: ¥7,800
Price for all three workshops: ¥23,000
What you will take away from this course:
- Quickly gain a wide range of vocabulary, so you’ll be able to understand signs and menus while out and about
- Learn best practices for self-study and how to continue learning Japanese characters after the workshop
CONTENTS
* You can join one or more workshops
1. Hiragana (2 hours)
- Increase your vocabulary for daily life through hiragana reading practice
- Never forget hiragana shapes by learning with mnemonics (visualisation)
2. Katakana (2 hours)
- Increase your vocabulary while learning the structure and uses of katakana
- Increase your vocabulary for daily life through katakana reading practice.
- Learn the differences between hiragana and katakana, and how to learn both in tandem
3. Introduction to Kanji (2 hours)
- Learn why we need kanji
- Learn about the origins of kanji
- Learn basic kanji (numbers, day of the weeks, etc.), focusing on kanji you might encounter in daily life (exit, entrance, push and pull, etc.)
- Learn best practices for continuing your kanji self-study after the workshop
FEATURES
スケジュール
Thursdays 12:00 – 14:00
- 1. Hiragana – Every 2nd Thursday
- 2. Katakana – Every 3rd Thursday
- 3. Introduction to Kanji – Every 4th Thursday
Location
オンライン
Number of students
Classes of 2-6 students
Application Deadline
Up to 3 days before the workshop
PRICE
Price per workshop: ¥5,500
All workshops price: ¥16,500