COURSES Our Courses
-
Standard Course
Unsure where to start? You are in the right place. The Standard Course is one of our more popular intensive courses we offer! WAHAHA offers two type of Standard Course; a Private Course, and a Group Course.
One particularly unique aspect of WAHAHA is that our Group Classes are kept small; between 2 to 4 students maximum. That means you will never be lost in the crowd and get the personal attention you need no matter which course you sign up for!
Each course is priced for a two-week study term, but you can study for as long as you want! Just let us know, and we will work with you to create your personalized curriculum!
Please see below for which one is best for you.- Overview (Standard Group Course)
- With small class sizes (2 to 4 people), the effect is similar to that of individual instruction.
This enables us to provide instruction tailored to each student's learning situation and level, making it easier to monitor student progress. Therefore, appropriate advice and suggestions can be given.
Small group lessons allow students to exchange opinions with each other, express their own ideas, and hear the opinions of others.
Every Friday, lessons will focus on conversation.
- For Standard Group Course
- └Course Schedule (Group)
Two-Week Course; 180 min. / day (three 60-min. lessons, five times per week)
Can be extended by weekly increments!
└Course Fee (Group)
¥111,000 for two weeks.
Prices include 10% tax, additional enrollment fee of ¥11,000 and materials, administration and facility fee of ¥11,000.
※10% off if you study for 4 weeks or longer.
4 weeks ¥182,000
- Overview (Standard Private Course)
- Students can receive instruction tailored to their individual learning needs, pace, and goals. You can even have two or three lessons per week. The curriculum is fully customizable, so class content is decided upon in consultation with the instructor.
By receiving personalized instruction, students will progress faster and have more opportunities to express themselves. This will enable you to speak and listen to Japanese with confidence.
You can sign up from 3 lessons per week.
- For Standard Private Course
- └Course Schedule (Private)
Two-Week Course: 120 min. / day (two 60-min. lessons, five times per week)
Can be extended by weekly increments!
└Two Week Course Fee (Private)
¥132,000
Prices include 10% tax, additional enrollment fee of ¥11,000 and materials, administration and facility fee of ¥11,000.
- For All Standard Courses
- └Levels Available
Beginner to advanced
└Starting Date
Every Monday
└Lesson Contents
The aim of this course is to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a group environment. Studying with same-level peers allows for a variety of practice tasks that would otherwise be impractical in a one-on-one learning situation. Grammar and other fundamentals are studied from Monday through Thursday, with Friday being reserved for conversation classes.
└Lesson Materials
Our curriculum uses 学ぼうの日本語 as a base, but incorporates material from other textbooks, too. Additionally, DVDs, CDs, and other non-textbook related supplemental materials may also be used as requested or required.
Our focus is not on grammar alone, but also on learning Japanese that can be used in everyday life. In order to effectively improve language skills within a short period time, we actively aim to introduce new vocabulary, expressions, etc that apply real-life situations. Textbooks for intermediate and above levels will be determined after consultation with the students, based on their goals, level, and requests.
- All prices include tax.
-
Local Lesson
People living in Fukuoka can enjoy one-on-one lessons. One-on-one lessons allow you to receive instruction tailored to your individual learning needs and pace. You can take lessons to suit your schedule.
For more information click here.
Local lesson(face to face)
Private lesson (60-90 min; 120-min lessons are available ) You can do up to 4 hours of lessons per week.
Exapmle Mon 2 hours / Thurs 2 hours
- Enrollment Fee ¥10,000
- Lesson Length
- We recommend 60-minute lessons for beginners and 90-120 minute lessons for intermediate-advanced learners. However, we can be flexible and work around your schedule!
- Hourly Fee
- ¥4,400 / h
- Levels Available
- Online lessons are available for all levels!
Enrollment Fee ¥5,000
- Lesson Materials
- While we have our own library of textbooks, we are happy to take requests. If there is a something specific you would like to study such as a novel, manga, movie, etc. we will do our best to incorporate it into your personalized curriculum!
Material fee: cost of the actual text, or free.
- Trial Lesson
- We are currently offering a free trial lesson! (60 minutes) During this trial lesson we can determine your current learning goals and achievements, as well as give you a taste of the WAHAHA learning environment!
- All prices include tax.
-
Translation Course
This course is aimed at Japanese language students who aspire to work in the translation industry in the future. On top of an intensive curriculum focused on developing our student's practical translation skills using a variety of materials. This course will also feature several guest lectures from professional translators who have significant experience working in the translation industry in Japan!- Course Schedule
- Four week course
180 min. / day (three 60-min. lessons, five times per week)
- Course Fee (Group)
- ¥250,000
Prices include 10% tax, additional enrollment fee of ¥11,000 and materials, administration and facility of ¥11,000.
- Levels Available
- You must be fluent in English with Japanese proficiency of at least JLPT N2 (or equivalent). If you can demonstrate that you have N2-level proficiency, actual certification is not required.
- Starting Date
- Course to be held twice per year:
First round: February to March.
Second round: June to August.
- Lesson Contents
- This is a course aimed at Japanese language students whose goal it is to work in the translation industry in the future. This hands-on course is taught by experienced professional translators with a strong emphasis on teaching practical skills required in everyday translation. Students will benefit from strengthening their all round Japanese language ability and gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed as a professional translator.
- Lesson Contents
- └Japanese Skills - Concentrating on improving upper intermediate reading comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills.
└Japanese Current Affairs - Exploring nuances
└Japanese Expressions
└Research Methods / Translation Skills - Translation of reports & essays, novels & literary style, business documents, contracts, instruction booklets, letters, advertising, newspapers
└Practical Application
└Practical Translation
Practical lessons by professional translators 6 lessons/ 2 hours
- All prices include tax.
-
Working Holiday Course
Working Holiday Lessons go beyond Standard Course Lessons to include skills required in the workplace.
In addition to a Standard Courses' curriculum, the Working Holiday course will also hold classes on
proper job interview etiquette, as well as resume writing skills to work in Japan.
(Business 2 hours ×3 days, Additionally 10-20 lessons Standard Course)
In addition, WAHAHA will assist with gathering information through recruitment and government agencies to help those who are interested in finding a position in Japan! WAHAHA can help every step of the way; including with phone and email inquiries to prospective employers!
We will accompany you to help you with things like purchasing the “inkan” personal seal and opening a bank account you need to start work.
(If you would like to sign up internship, it will cost fee of introduction and procedure in addition)- Overview
- Price and curriculum will follow Standard Course plus any business language / etiquette courses. Please contact us for more details!
- Price
- Price
Working Holiday Course 4 weeks ¥215,000
Price includes 10% tax, enrolment fee of ¥10,000 and material fee of ¥10,000.
-
Online Private Lessons
Our one-on-one lessons are tailored to fit your learning goals and styles! Please let us know your preferred curriculum and style of learning.- Enroll fee ¥5,000
- Lesson Length
- We recommend 60-minute lessons for beginners and 90-minute lessons for intermediate-advanced learners. However, we can be flexible and work around your schedule!
- Hourly Fee
- ¥4,400 / h+(Tax include)(sold in 10-hour packages, with option to switch to monthly payments after initial 10 lessons)
Online Lesson fees are all-inclusive: no hidden or incidental costs!
- Levels Available
- Online lessons are available for all levels!
- Lesson Materials
- While we have our own library of textbooks, we are happy to take requests. If there is something specific you would like to study such as a novel, manga, movie, etc. we will do our best to incorporate it into your personalized curriculum!
Material fee: cost of the actual text, or free
- Trial Lesson
- We are currently offering a free trial lesson! During this trial lesson we can determine your current learning goals and achievements, as well as give you a taste of the WAHAHA learning environment! We also offer trial lessons. Please contact us to arrange a convenient time and date.
Local lesson (face to face)
Private lesson (60-90 min; 120-min lessons are available)
- All prices include tax.
-
Business Course
This course is designed by WAHAHA specifically for individuals who require communication skills for the Japanese workplace and knowledge of Japanese business etiquette. In addition to reading, writing, listening, and speaking practice, classroom activities also include role-playing various business situations.
This course is aimed at students who intend to work in an international business environment with a Japanese company. Students will learn the appropriate honorific Japanese and other communication skills required for working with Japanese businesses.
The aim is to enable students to communicate properly in the workplace. During the ten practical lessons included in this course, students will participate in many role-play exercises to put what they have learned into practice. We can also introduce you to internship opportunities when you complete the Business Course.
- Course Schedule
- 2 week course
180 min. / day (three 60 min. lessons, five times per week)
the Business Course follows a set curriculum so it can not be extended.
- Course Fee
- ¥135,000
Prices include 10% tax, additional Enrollment fee of ¥10,000 and Materials, Administration and Facility fee of ¥10,000.
- Levels Available
- JLPT N3 and above is recommended. Actual certification is not required.
- Starting Date
- Every Monday
- Lesson Contents
- A selection of carefully prepared materials, featuring a variety of real-world role-playing tasks, is used to help build the practical skills necessary for Japanese business settings. DVDs, CDs, and other supplemental materials may be also used.
Students who complete this course will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.
- Curriculum
- 1. Basic etiquette
2. Greetings and self Introductions
3. Honorifics
4. Being an attendant and visiting clients
5. Asking permission
6. Making and turning down requests
7. Making suggestions and offers
8. Phone calls
9. Interviewing and resume writing skills
10. Review and wrap-up
- All prices include tax.
-
Additional Lessons
Additional lessons are also available as add-ons to any of our courses. Please let us know your learning goals so when can provide suitable content for these classes.
追加レッスンのご紹介です。通常のコースに加え、皆様のニーズに合ったレッスンをご用意しております。- Private Lessons(プライベートレッスン)
- ¥4,400 per lesson including tax
This private course caters to each individual’s needs. Students can decide what they want to concentrate on during these lessons. This may include learning more kanji, manga vocabulary, or practicing conversation.
- Private JLPT Course(プライベートJLPTコース)
- ¥4,400 per lesson or ¥40,000 per 10 lessons including tax
At WAHAHA, we encourage students to take the JLPT for various reasons (e.g. to motivate language learning, as a means of gauging one's own Japanese level, overcoming weak areas and / or for career advancement).
Due to the private nature of the course, we adapt the curriculum to every student's individual abilities to efficiently focus on working only on areas that need reinforcement.
- All prices include tax.