Whether you're an Ohio State University student earning a major or minor in Japanese, a Northland High School student getting a head start on the language, or studying at any other area school, a Columbus Japanese course can be an excellent way to build your Japanese skills. Luckily, Varsity Tutors can help you get enrolled in a convenient online course with flexible scheduling options. If you're a working professional looking to pick up a new skill, we can accommodate your schedule and help you work towards your goals by providing you with the guidance of an expert Japanese instructor. One of the most crucial elements of learning any language can be getting enough consistent practice, and traditional classrooms may not always provide the resources that students need to reach their goals. In a Columbus Japanese course, you'll have the opportunity to engage with a Japanese language environment where you can develop your skills.
How and what will I study in a Columbus Japanese class?
Japanese is mostly spoken in Japan itself and hasn't been used as an official primary or secondary language by any other country since the middle of the 20th century. Despite this, Japanese is considered a major world language and has more than 127 million speakers worldwide. Not a lot is known about the origins of the Japanese language, despite written records of Japanese dating back to the 8th century. Japanese was once considered to be unrelated to any other modern language, but many scholars now theorize that it is related to Korean.
Like any other language, Japanese has unique quirks that can prove challenging for new learners and can be difficult to master even for more advanced speakers. However, a Columbus Japanese class can help you get your head around it all. Elements of Japanese grammar can seem vague to many English speakers. For example, Japanese nouns aren't gendered, have no grammatical number, and don't use articles. For example, while in English you might say "a book" or "some books", in Japanese you would only say "book", and the quantity would have to be inferred from context. Japanese also only has two tenses: past and non-past. Present and future tense are rolled together, which can be difficult to differentiate until you gain some experience. A Japanese class can also help you study Japanese sentence structure, pronunciation, vocabulary, and even some history and cultural knowledge.
All of this will be presented to you online in a virtual classroom where you'll be able to see, hear, and speak with a qualified Japanese instructor and your classmates. You'll be given lessons by your instructor, participate in collaborative learning activities, and engage with your classmates in group discussions. Speaking and writing in Japanese with other students can be a great way to build vocabulary, hone your grammatical skills, and build confidence in your ability to use Japanese conversationally in your day-to-day life. You'll get feedback from your instructor, and you'll even be able to request one-on-one time with them to really dig into any material that you're struggling with. At more advanced levels, your instructor may even choose to teach the class entirely in Japanese so that you can experience a totally immersive learning environment. All elements of the class have been designed to present you with a variety of avenues to reach toward your Japanese goals, regardless of your learning style or level of proficiency.
The convenience of an online course extends to how a Columbus Japanese course is scheduled and delivered. There are a variety of class times available, so you can learn Japanese regardless of how busy or your schedule is. If you're a working professional with a packed personal life, we may even be able to find something that will fit into your lunch break. If you're a Briggs High School student looking for something that will accommodate your extracurricular activities, we can find you a course that meets later at night or on the weekend. The accessibility that an online environment provides is also useful. You won't have to add a commute to your life, and you can access your course from anywhere you have an internet connection. Since language learning depends so heavily on persistent use of your Japanese, a course can give your learning outcomes a boost by reducing the barriers between you and a Japanese-language learning environment.
How can I get enrolled in a Columbus Japanese class?
If you reach out to Varsity Tutors, we'll be happy to talk to you about your needs and goals with regards to Japanese, look over scheduling availability, and get you signed up for a Columbus Japanese course. Our educational consultants will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your course options.
Jennifer: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...master a language, I am excited to help you in your studies. I have been tutoring English for over two years and have been learning Japanese for six; knowing how vastly different these two languages are has given me a greater understanding on how to explain the grammar and cultural nuances between the two. My main objective in working with a student is to help make the learning process fun in order to motivate the...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University - Bachelors, Japanese and Economics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Test Prep
- Languages
- Writing
- +12 subjects
Haley: Columbus Japanese course instructor
Hello! My name is Haley. I have a Bachelor's degree from the Honors College at Arizona State University and have taught been tutoring for over 7 years to kids around the world. I am currently a Fulbright Scholar in Thailand, teaching English in local schools. My classroom, both in person and online, is very energetic and focuses on making learning fun for kids! I can't wait to meet you and watch you shine.
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Sustainability Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- High School Chemistry
- SAT Reading
- +59 subjects
Sara: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...country in a new corner of Asia. That plan didnt last long. Instead, I fell in love with my job at Mokpo Jeongmyeong Girls Middle School. The students were a lovable, rascally bunch. We tumbled over tangled tongue twisters; tore through the halls on madcap scavenger hunts; tossed frisbees over lunch breaks and after classes; and whaled on each other with foam swords and battle axes. (We also practiced English.) Eventually, one year turned into...
Education & Certification
- The College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Global Studies/East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Korean
- GRE Verbal
- College Essays
- +27 subjects
Kevin: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...many years. During that time, I studied Teaching English as a Second Language, and attained a Master's Degree. Now I teach ESL at a school in downtown Columbus Ohio. My main experience is teaching English to people who speak other languages, but I also have experience teaching the Japanese language, and helping my children, and other children understand Math and Science. Once, I even tutored Physics, using Japanese. When I am not teaching, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Hope College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Fairleigh Dickinson University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- ACT English
- Languages
- Test Prep
- +1 subjects
Victoria: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...attending Mount Union (2017), I studied abroad in Nagasaki, Japan, from late March to early August. I have worked teaching 7th to 9th-grade students Japanese for a program in my hometown called Kids in College. During my time working within the program, I asked what the students wanted to learn, and improvised my schedule to their choice of what they would learn. Between 2018 and 2020, I was involved with the Japanese Cultural Hour at...
Education & Certification
- University of Mount Union - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Master of Arts, Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Greek
- Languages
Brian: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...Arts in Japanese and a Studio Art Minor. For a year, I studied abroad at Daito Bunka University in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. While in Japan, I had a part-time job helping students with pronunciation and grammar at a small Eikaiwa, or English Language School. After graduation, I continued studying Japanese on my own and have received my TESOL certificate, so I can tutor English and Japanese. In my spare time I write scripts, play video...
Education & Certification
- The University of Findlay - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- ESL/ELL
- +2 subjects
Wahala: Columbus Japanese course instructor
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at Indiana University Bloomington, majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Psychology and Japanese. I tutor multiple subjects, but I enjoy tutoring Algebra and Japanese the most. I believe that everybody should be able to get the education that they deserve and the attention and help in order for them to achieve that. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing the Guitar, Photography, and playing Badminton.
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Introduction to Japanese
- Greek
- Geometry
- +53 subjects
Sarah: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...education, my passion is in literacy education. I have worked with students from as young as Kindergarten through the college level in reading with fluency and a critical/analytical eye. This has lended me naturally into a writing tutor, allowing me to coach my students into becoming stronger writers. In working with students at the elementary level, I have also had the opportunity to explore Common Core expectations in ELA and Mathematics. Many of my students...
Education & Certification
- Brandeis University - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Fordham University - Masters, Secondary Science Education
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Literature
- SAT Mathematics
- IB Extended Essay
- +46 subjects
Zhaleh: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I love to play music (piano, flute, guitar), take a walk through the forest preserve, draw, design/sew clothing, chat with friends, etc. I look...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- SAT Subject Tests
- +35 subjects
Shin: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...sector in either the United States or Japan. From September 2014 through July 2015, I worked as a tutoring specialist for a company. I tutored students ranging in age from 13 to 50, in various subjects such as calculus and chemistry. While I enjoy tutoring students in all of the subjects I specialize in, I love tutoring students in physics (specifically, mechanics and waves). Physics is my favorite subject to tutor because while it is...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- College Essays
- +140 subjects
Brittany: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...Macalester College, class of 2008, with BAs in Japanese and linguistics. While languages and language itself are my first love, I enjoy working in a variety of other subjects as well. As a student and a teacher, I prefer working from the fundamentals to memorizing facts; I feel that understanding how and why something works is a more interesting and effective method, and helps nurture critical thinking, an essential life skill. I look forward to...
Education & Certification
- Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese, linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Writing
- Languages
- High School English
- +19 subjects
Desiree: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...Grammar and teaching English to non-native speakers. My GPA within the linguistics program is 3.95 and my overall GPA is 3.8. With full marks in writing and speech as well, I can offer a well-rounded approach to written and spoken communication. Lastly, with a background in Japanese, I have successfully completed 15 credits worth of Japanese with a 4.0, and an average of 3.75 in all Japanese language classes, as well as being a supplemental...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Linguistics (minor TESOL)
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Summer
- Phonics
- ESL/ELL
- +12 subjects
Max: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in the public school system in Japan before going back to Columbia to complete my pre-med requirements. I enrolled...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Medicine, Neurobiology and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- HSPT
- +73 subjects
John: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...sparked my interest in studying and living abroad in Tokyo, so upon returning after summer abroad I enrolled in another year long study abroad program at Meiji University. After finishing my undergrad, I returned to Tokyo where eI went on to advance my studies by enrolling in a Master's program at Tama Art University. Here I studied Typography. Also while attending school in Japan, I worked part time and eventually full time at an English...
Education & Certification
- University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
- Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Graphic Design
- +6 subjects
Rachel: Columbus Japanese course instructor
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- German
- Geography
- Advanced Placement
- +46 subjects
Cori: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...TA for Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism at MIT, and I tutored in math and science in high school. I scored a perfect score on the SAT Math section twice, and have taken 11 AP tests with an average score of 4.7. I believe the best way to learn math is through challenging problems, and gaining confidence in yourself when you find that you understand those problems. I am passionate about learning, and I hope...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- AP Human Geography
- +31 subjects
Kiana: Columbus Japanese course instructor
I like literature and performing arts most in life. I tend to incorporate both into classes to blend into textbook work. If you're looking for a more creative approach to language, that's what I provide. I have plenty of books and media that I've used myself to further my own studies.... I believe in going with the flow of nature. One must walk before they can run and crawl before they can walk.... I like to know personal preferences, so a fun personality test will be given.
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelors, Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- Languages
- Technology and Coding
- +19 subjects
Arafat: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...I tutored various subjects all four years in college, specializing in all Sciences and Spanish. In my experience tutoring these subjects, my goal has always been to explain to my students why you get to your answers rather than how you get there. For each student I tutor, I do my best to tailor my planning and strategies based on each student because everyone's needs are different from one another. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Nuclear Medicine
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Conversational Spanish
- Biology
- +16 subjects
Rina: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...different levels of mathematicsfields that I particularly loveas well as standardized test preparation (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes more enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself with different tools to better understand the world. With this attitude, studying became truly exciting for me,...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +51 subjects
Shane: Columbus Japanese course instructor
...companies and groups to run programs both here in the U.S. and in Japan. I also work at the Yenching Library on campus in the Japanese Collection. In my spare time I like to consume Japanese media (games, novels, movies) that I buy on my trips there, act, and practice martial arts. I have been tutoring in a variety of subjects for over 10 years and am extremely passionate about teaching and education. Sometimes students...
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- French
- +13 subjects