Kyoto Prefectural International Center

JAPANESE CLASSES GUIDE

1. There are two courses:

A) Regular course every Mon/Thurs that meets 20 times

B) Conversation course every Sat that meets 10 times

2. Both courses are comprised of classes I and II.

Mon/Thu Regular Course

Class I is for beginners and near-beginners.

Class II is for those who can read hiragana and know some Japanese.

Saturday Conversation Course

Class I is for those who can read hiragana and katakana.

Class II is for those who can express their own ideas and thoughts.

3. Your class level is decided upon interview with a Japanese teacher.

(except for absolute beginners)

We will let you know about your interview day after you have applied.

4. The class will be taught in Japanese. (Direct method)

5. Please do not arrive late, leave early, or miss class.

A Certificate of Completion will be presented on the final day to those students who

have attended at least 80% of the classes.

6. If you must unavoidably miss class, please contact KPIC (TEL 075-342-5000).

You will be dropped from the class if you miss more than three (3) classes without

notifying us.

7. The course fee is due on the day of your interview.

8. There are no refunds once payment has been made.

Monday/Thursday Regular Courses

1. Class will start off with simple material and gradually work up to more advanced

material.

2. Class materials were developed especially for this class.

Saturday Conversation Courses

1. This course is aimed at people who want to enthusiastically use and practice practical

Japanese that is necessary in daily life and communication.

2. Class materials were developed especially for this class.