Japanese Language and Literature Courses

Japanese Language and Literature Courses

Learn new languages with AAIS's extensive set of language courses.

Beginners Level

Introduction to Japanese Language

Basic greetings and introduction

Hiragana and Katakana alphabets

Common phrases and expressions

Vocabulary Building

Everyday objects and activities

Numbers, colors, and shapes

Family and relationships

Grammar Fundamentals

Nouns, articles, and gender agreement

Verb conjugation in present tense

Basic sentence patterns

Introduction to Japanese Literature

Introduction to famous Japanese authors

Reading simple stories and folktales

Reading and comprehension exercises

Intermediate Level

Intermediate Grammar

Verb tenses: past, future, and conditional

Particle usage and sentence patterns

Complex sentence structures

Conversational Japanese

Discussing hobbies and interests

Describing people, places, and experiences

Giving opinions and preferences

Japanese Literature through Time

Classic Japenese novels and poetry

Analysing themes and literary devices

Reading and discussing excerpts

Writing Skills

Structuring paragraphs and essays

Narrative and descriptive writing

Letter and email writing

Advanced Level

Advanced Grammar

Complex verb conjugation and usage

Advanced sentence patterns and particles

Formal and polite language

Cultural Studies

Japanese history and traditions

Contemporary Japanese society and customs

Japanese cultural influences worldwide

Literary Analysis

In-depth study of renowed Japanese authors

Critical analysis of novels, poetry, and drama

Comparative studies of literary works

Advanced Conversation and Debate

Discussing complex topics in Japanese

Expressing opinions with nuance

Engaging in debates and group discussions

Expert Level

Proficiency in Japanese Language

Refining grammar and vocabulary

Enhancing prounciation and fluency

Advanced language skills for various contexts

Advanced Literary Theory

Examining different literary movements in Japan

Analyzing modern and contemporary works

Exploring literary criticism and theory

Professional Applications of Japanese

Japanese for buisness and professional settings

Japanese for academia and research

Transalation and interpretation techniques

Special Topics in Japanese Literature

Study of specific genres or authors

Exploration of Japanese literary trends