Grammar & Conversation Course
In Everyday Life, or on a Trip.
Learn Japanese Conversations
You Can Start Using Today.
The purpose of Grammar and Conversation Course is to improve your skill of "speaking in Japanese".
So you'll practice a lot of conversations in class.
The people you'll have conversations with are your teachers and classmates first. And Japanese guests on your last day!
You'll be amazed how much you can speak in Japanese in this short period of time of 3 weeks.
The themes start with "greeting" and "shopping".
And they go on with "telling your impressions" and "consulting". All is the conversations you can use in your daily life!
Why don't you learn Japanese conversation you can use in school, at shops and during your trip.
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Classes and Levels
Designed for complete beginners and intermediate level students.
6 levels of classes to meet and improve your speaking skill.
There are 6 classes in Grammar and Conversation Course.
Level "1", "2", "3", "4", "5" and "Conversation Brush Up".
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Class 1 - 5
Recommended to complete beginners to pre-intermediate level learners. The students learn Japanese conversation they can use in various scenes and have a lot of practices in class. A lot of students take these courses since they can come to have lots of kinds of conversation in just 3 weeks. -
Conversation Brush Up Class
Recommended to intermediate students. The students learn and practice how to express themselves in detail and communicate with others deeply using the grammar and vocabulary they have already learned. It is, in other words, the class to give your conversation a polish.
The students of each class are determined based on their Japanese level, so your classmates' Japanese level is about the same. You can have a lot of conversation and enjoy studying together!
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| Level 1 | 
Complete beginners.
Has studied up to 100 hours.
CEFR level: Lower A1 |
The students learn necessary Japanese for sightseeing in Tokyo. They can use what they've learned on that day immediately in town. They practice Japanese conversation to use at fast-food restaurants, restaurants and stores for shopping. |
| Level 2 | Has studied Japanese up to 80 - 150 hours. Able to read Hiragana. CEFR level: Upper A1 |
Students learn how to communicate in Japanese in different situations in order to further enjoy their stay in Japan. They practice a variety of conversation that enriches the quality of their experiences. The topics include asking friends out for concerts or asking for explanations about the dish, etc. |
| Level 3 |
Has studied 120 - 220 hours. Able to read Hiragana and Katakana. CEFR level: lower A2 |
The students learn various styles of speech appropriate for different situations: meeting people for the first time, speaking with teachers, having conversation with friends, asking questions at a store, etc. This level broadens the learners' social life in Japan. |
| Level 4 |
Has studied 180 - 300 hours. Able to read Hiragana and Katakana quickly. CEFR level: middle to upper A2 |
The students practice to express their feelings and opinions about a wide range of topics. They learn to broaden conversation by giving explanations or making suggestions. |
| Level 5 | Upper elementary to pre-intermedeiate level learners. Has studied 300 - 400 hours. CEFR level: upper A2 to lower B1 |
The students learn to build smooth personal relationships using Japanese by explaining their opinions and feelings while understanding the viewpoints of the other people. They also practice reasoning and discussing familiar topics. |
| Conversation Brush Up |
Intermedeiate level learners. Has studied 500 - 700 hours. JLPT: N4 passing level. CEFR level: lower B1 |
In order to achieve a more mutual relationship with others, students learn how to describe themselves in detail as well as exchange opinions regarding topics they are familiar with. They also learn to speak in a more thoughtful way to the other person with understanding the communication style difference based on each culture. They are encouraged to use the 4 skills of languages (speaking, listening, reading and writing) well with balance. |
Placement Tests
Students are required to take a "level check test" for the placement except complete beginners of Japanese.
- Grammar Test
- Conversation Skill Test (small conversation on phone)
Each test is only 5 - 10 minute long. No preparation is necessary.
We'll inform how to take the test to those who have applied for the course.
Learning Support
Free Review Class
Prior to your lesson everyday from 10:00am,
our teacher will support your self-study between 9:00 and 9:50 in your classroom.
This will help your efficient and steady learning!
Printouts for Review & Self-study
The school gives printouts for review to the level 1 to 5 students every day for those who want to study more at home. They include some questions, so if you have time, please try them. The teacher are happy to check them if you complete them!
Kanji Lessons for Beginners（Optional）
If you have just started to learn Kanji, or if you are having a hard time memorizing it or just cannot come to like it, this is the class for you.
Purely focused on learning Kanji, by the end of each lesson
you'll find yourself liking it more!
- 1 hour/class, 1,000 JPY
- Classes held 2 times per week, total of 6 times (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Enabling Your Continuous Study
Our Grammar & Conversation Course will end after 3 weeks, but for those who want to study longer (4 weeks and more) can enroll to "Practical Conversation Course" from the week after the course is finished.
The "Practical Conversation Course" shares the levels and textbooks with the Grammar & Conversation Course, so there is nothing you'll need to worry upon moving to a new course.
Teachers and Staff Are Here To Support
Please feel free to ask your teacher any questions about the lesson content,
the way of study, recommended textbooks, etc. even out of classroom.
Including the school staff, we're all here to support you!
Course Fee
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- KAI 25th Anniversary Campaign - Apply between Apr. 27, 2012 and Jul. 20, 2012, then your registration fee of 2012 Summer Intensive Course is free! If you have studied at KAI before, your textbook will be free too! Apply before 31th May and get an early-bird discount as well! |
| Registration | Tuition | Textbook | Total | |
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| Standard Price | 0 JPY |
86,000 JPY | 4,000 JPY | 90,000 JPY |
| Early Registration Price | 0 JPY |
80,000 JPY | 4,000 JPY | 84,000 JPY |
- Early registration fee is applied to registrations before May 31st, 2012.
- Prices above include tax.
- Prices above do not include activity fees.
Activities
See, Eat, Play, and Enjoy! Even Anime too!
Come to KAI and experience it all!
We have a great line up of 20 different activities you can enjoy everyday!
We also introduce a new manga/anime activity to experience how to draw it.
