If you are a student at Alexander Hamilton Senior High School or at John Marshall Senior High School looking for a way to start learning Japanese, Varsity Tutors offers a Los Angeles Japanese course to get you started quickly in your studies. Learning Japanese on your own can be difficult since it doesn't have a lot of similarities with English, and studying it in a traditional classroom setup may not be the most convenient option for busy adult learners or college students from the University of Southern California who have a hectic daily schedule. With a Japanese course, you can study online and have experienced instructors guiding you in your classes.
Japanese is primarily spoken in the Japanese archipelago. Since the mid-20th century, no nation other than Japan has used Japanese as a first or a second language. Still, it is an in-demand foreign language due to the worldwide popularity of Japanese pop culture found in anime, manga, and movies. It is also a good language skill to have if you are planning to enter a Japanese company or work and travel in Japan.
Whether you are a student who wants to study Japanese for a school requirement or an adult learner who would like to add Japanese to your other languages, a Los Angeles Japanese class can be a good way to start learning. There are different courses for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students and no matter which level you are in, you will get high-quality lessons from the course instructors.
What material will a Los Angeles Japanese course cover?
Japanese sentence structure is a topic covered in a beginner-level Japanese course. Word order in Japanese is patterned as subject-object-verb. This pattern is different from what many English speakers are used to since English follows the subject-verb-object word order.
Besides sentence structure, your Los Angeles Japanese class will also introduce hiragana and katakana, which are two writing systems used in Japanese. You will also start learning some simple kanji characters, which are characters derived from Chinese. As you progress in your studies, you will learn more complex kanji combinations, different readings for each kanji and kanji pair, and special readings for certain characters. Learning the Japanese writing system can be very challenging, but with regular practice and with the help of your instructor, you will get used to the different characters and soon realize that you can write and read simple sentences.
When it comes to grammar, you may find that Japanese is quite simple compared to English, especially when it comes to verb tense. Unlike English, Japanese only has two tenses: past and non-past. It is called non-past since Japanese uses the same tense for the present and future.
Other topics you may cover in your course include pronunciation, fixed expressions and greetings, formal and informal language, and essential vocabulary.
How can a Los Angeles Japanese course help me learn?
When studying a new language, it can be easier if you start with formal lessons. This way, you can have a good foundation of basic grammar and sentence structure. Japanese courses are taught by experienced Japanese language instructors who can teach you different aspects of the language such as grammar, kana and kanji writing, and reading. If you have questions, you can get immediate answers from your instructors, which makes learning even more fun and convenient. If you do get stuck with a topic and feel that you need extra help, you can reserve one-on-one time with your Japanese instructor. It's important to make sure that you have access to this type of support so that you can effectively address your core difficulties and learn Japanese efficiently.
Los Angeles Japanese classes are also conducted online, so you can participate in the class from the comfort of your home. Many students who want to study a language can end up losing interest once it becomes difficult to attend classes. However, since these Japanese classes are online, you don't need to set aside extra hours just for traveling. The time you can save form the commute can be extra time you can invest in your studies.
How can I enroll in one of these courses?
Japanese is a language that can take many years to master, and that is why the best thing you can do is start your classes today. Contact Varsity Tutors so we can assist you in enrolling in a Los Angeles Japanese course as soon as possible. We look forward to helping you along the path to Japanese fluency!
Graham: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- University of San Diego - PHD, Law
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +62 subjects
John: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...as a tutor in New York, Los Angeles, and Barcelona. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, History, Math, and the SAT. I am fascinated by the SAT. I love teaching struggling test takers how to view the SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can find great joy in...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Science
- World Religions
- +47 subjects
Mieko: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
I received PhD in Management from NTNU and MSc (Environmental studies) from the University of Tokyo. I have tutoring experience with elementary, middle, and high school students in various subjects in Japanese since 2001. Raising my two kids outside Japan, language development is always my major interest. That is why I am here to assist you learning Japanese, from casual conversation, test preparation, to business Japanese.
Education & Certification
- Tokyo University - Bachelor of Science, Sustainable Agriculture
- Tokyo University - Master of Science, Land Use Planning
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Algebra 2
- Ecology
- Algebra
- +4 subjects
Toshie: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...raised in Japan. I went to schools in Hawaii and Germany after high school in Japan and assisted Japanese teachers at college for 13 months. My philosophy of teaching is based on my own language learning experience as an adult. In the process of learning English, I acquired a new culture and made life adjustments. I know how hard it can be to learn a new language and keep yourself motivated, but I can help...
Education & Certification
- University of Hawaii at Manoa - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- TOEFL
Brian: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...find the subject easy, I can harken back to long nights trying to understand complex topics at Caltech which my tutors found easy, and gain inspiration from their patience and encouragement. These experiences fostered in me a love of learning and passing my knowledge onto others. I hope you feel inclined to take advantage of my willingness, no, intense desire to work with you. I plan to remain local indefinitely as I pursue other ongoing...
Education & Certification
- California Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Economics, CS
- University of California-Santa Cruz - PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- IB World Religions
- Spelling Bee
- +171 subjects
Cynthia: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...the summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs, 10 APs, and the...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- +72 subjects
Rachel: Los Angeles 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
- Essay Editing
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +46 subjects
Nikki: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...and watched The Magic School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural communities. In my spare time I enjoy playing harp...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- SSAT
- Spanish 1
- +46 subjects
John: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...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 Language school. Upon finishing my Master's, I decided to stay in Japan...
Education & Certification
- University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
- Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- College English
- +6 subjects
Shin: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...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 more difficult to demonstrate phenomena from other subjects such as organic chemistry,...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- 2nd Grade Writing
- +140 subjects
Brittany: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...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 helping students work towards reaching their full potential. Yoroshiku onegaishimasu!
Education & Certification
- Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese, linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- SAT Reading
- Math
- Elementary Math
- +19 subjects
Joseph: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...is help my students gain these skills. I don't want to just bark, "This is correct. End of discussion." I want my students to know why they need to do things in certain ways. However, no one person learns the same way as anyone else. We can make general methods to teach many students a bit, but to really learn something, the learning process has to become more personal. I always try to take a...
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelors, Communication Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Writing
- Social Sciences
- ACT English
- +25 subjects
Paul: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...of Arts in Chinese Studies, where I studied up to advanced level language courses in Mandarin Chinese as well as minored in Japanese studies. I also have extensive experience working one-to-one with students from my position as a Learning Center Writing Consultant where I assisted students in academic writing. By far one of the most rewarding milestones of tutoring is the moment you witness the student satisfied with the achievements you have helped them accomplish....
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Albany - Bachelors, Chinese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- +10 subjects
Justin: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...I taught in English immersion programs, teaching everything from phonics and essay writing to science and math. I had students of all levels: younger students who were still learning to read, write, and tie their shoes, older students attempting to enter international or American/British high schools and universities, and adults who wanted to brush up or continue to learn more. I enjoy working with students and seeing them learn and make progress. I like to...
Education & Certification
- The Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Languages
- +27 subjects
Michael: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
I have been teaching ESL for three years in Nevada and Korea. I would love to help your students reach their their full potential in any language. I also have experience with reading and writing having volunteered in New York classrooms and helping friends with their troubles.
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Friends World
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Korean
- English
- Reading
- +5 subjects
Cori: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...with minors in Economics and Japanese. I was a 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...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Physics
- +31 subjects
William: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...work carefully with students to bring out clarity and richness of expression in their writing. Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards creating a compelling voice. Mathematics is similar; it requires a practiced hand and a clear mental map. I am happy to guide students at any level and tailor lessons to their needs. Although I enjoy writing and mathematics the most,...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- +66 subjects
Branden: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...my tutoring the same communication skills, attention to detail, and creative initiative that I developed during my studies. Having learned through past teaching experience that no two students think exactly alike, I facilitate learning by developing methods that cater to a student's personal learning style. I aim to make the learning experience feel less like a chore and more like an opportunity for self-improvement. Outside of tutoring, I indulge my addiction to crossword puzzles and...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Calculus 2
- Elementary School Reading
- ISEE
- +22 subjects
Wahala: Los Angeles 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
- Greek
- Introduction to Japanese
- Math
- +53 subjects
Tyler: Los Angeles Japanese course instructor
...in teaching subjects ranging from Elementary math and Common core, to Algebra and Pre-Calculus, as well as Chemistry, Biology, Reading, and Writing. Out of these subjects, I believe that helping students build a strong foundation in Math and Science are most important. When tutoring, I show where these topics come into play in our daily lives so that connections can be made understandings can improve. In my free time, I enjoy surfing, exercising, and trying...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Languages
- Nutrition
- +37 subjects