佐原学園
Information of the Study Course

Curriculum Features

Curriculum description

There are many classes in each level, beginner, intermediate, advanced, and advanced. We aim to develop a comprehensive balance of Japanese language skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking, which can be used for university entrance examinations while preparing for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test and the Japanese Language Study Abroad Examination. In the class, we use a lot of live teaching materials such as newspapers and TV news.

Beginner level

We will use not only textbooks but also painting materials, photographs, and raw materials, so that each student can actively speak in a fun atmosphere. The goal is to have a vocabulary of 2,000 words and 500 Kanji, and break through the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 3.

Period 6 months (standard)
Materials used
  • Let’s listen to “Minna no Nihongo” happily
  • Illustrated composition exciting grammar listening
Objectives for Class Content
  • Basic grammar and sentence patterns.
  • Vocabulary 2000 words and 500 Kanji characters.
  • Establishment of skill no. 4.
  • It enables self-expression useful for daily life with plain sentence patterns and vocabulary.
Remarks This class is designed to be a fun atmosphere where each person can speak positively using a lot of picture materials.

Intermediate level

Classes will be held for each genre, such as reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and conversation, and deepen understanding of Japanese culture. Intermediate goals include grasping 7,000 vocabulary words and 1000 Kanji, and breaking through the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 2.

Period 6 months (standard)
Materials used
  • “Japanese Learned from Intermediate”
  • Daily listening and writing
  • The problem of the preparation for the eJU study abroad examination
  • Ability Test Level 2 Questions
  • Live materials from videos, newspapers, and the Internet
Objectives for Class Content
  • Somewhat advanced grammar.
  • Vocabulary 7000 words and 1000 kanji words.
  • It is possible to use phrase expressions such as idioms and phrases to be appropriate for the occasion.
  • I can write a simple essay and express myself a little more advanced.
Remarks Classes that incorporate language-specific classes such as reading comprehension, listening comprehension, conversation, and composition are also available. Students also take a competency test, study abroad exam preparation classes, and project work.

Advanced level

Preparing classes for EJU and University Entrance Exams. We aim to grasp 10,000 vocabulary words and 2,000 Kanji characters and pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1. In addition to the above, we will set up conversation classes for elementary, intermediate and advanced students. We will also study in the suburbs and provide education aiming to acquire not only Japanese for the exam but also living Japanese. That is the characteristic of Sawara Language School’s curriculum.

Period 6 months (standard)
Materials used
  • “Japanese Learned in Advanced”
  • Raw teaching materials from Japanese-language iI, newspapers, videos, and the Internet
  • Study Abroad Examinations and Ability Level 1 Exam PreparationS
Objectives for Class Content
  • More advanced grammar pattern expressions.
  • 2000 kanji characters and 10000 words of vocabulary.
  • They develop complex and advanced sentences, understand their contents, and develop reading comprehension skills.
  • You can have a conversation according to the situation and the treatment relationship, and you can write theoretical sentences.
Remarks Preparation measures for study abroad exams and proficiency tests. Essay exercises. Classes such as video newspapers and debates are also held at any time.

Level of higher education

We provide a guide on entering the school once a year. Besides, we will participate in an admission briefing session in Tokyo.

Period 6 months (standard)
Materials used
  • Study Abroad Examination Preparation Questions
  • University Entrance Examinations and Past Questions
  • Past problems by private universities, national universities, and vocational schools
  • Interview guidance
Objectives for Class Content
  • This is a class focusing on the past questions of the entrance examination.
  • In conversation class, Japanese is a unique phrase.
  • Understand Japanese social customs and enable more natural and convincing expressions.
  • Guidance on the subject of entrance examination.
Remarks Classes for university entrance exams. Specific practical guidance from counseling to measures for actual entrance examinations, such as practice simulation. Interview practice is also held.

Short-Term Course (3 months)

The school has an audition system, and short-term transfer of one to three months is possible depending on the level of Japanese. Besides, you can intensively improve your Japanese language skills in a short period.

1. General Short Term Course (3 months)
2. Working Holiday Visa Short Term Course
3. For Dependent Visa Holder

Learning Courses

Advanced Course

National Graduate School Private Graduate School How to communicate with graduate professors, including e-mail How to write a research plan, interview practice, etc.
National University Private universities
  • “Japanese Learned from Advanced”
  • Exercises in Current Affairs (Newspaper Editorial Editorial)
  • Preparationfored for the Study Abroad Examination – Japanese, Explanation of Past Problems, Simulated Examination
  • Preparation for study abroad examination (surcharge) for non-Japanese study abroad classes (charges apply) – Mathematics I, Mathematics II, Integrated Subjects
College
  • “Japanese Learned from Intermediate”
  • Current Affairs (Newspaper Editorial Editorial)
  • Composition composition, presentation, and interview exercises

Japanese Language Proficiency Test Course

Japanese language ability Exam 1st grade
  • “Explanation of past questions, mock examinations, and countermeasure classes”
  • “Complete Master 1st Grade” “New Complete Master N1”
  • “Thorough Drill N1 by Pattern”
  • “Japanese Language Proficiency Test: Last Minute Measures N1 Characters, Vocabulary, and Grammar”
Japanese language ability Exam 2nd grade
  • Explanation of past questions, mock examination, countermeasure class
  • “Complete Master 2nd Class” “New Complete Master N2”
  • “Thorough Drill N2 by Pattern”
  • “Japanese Language Proficiency Test: Last Minute Measures N2 Characters, Vocabulary, and Grammar”

Learning time

Morning class

  • 4 Classes a day (45 minutes each class)
  • Consists of 20 hours a week
  • Total study time per year is 760 hours
First period 8:20 to 9:05
Second period 9:10 to 9:55
Third period 10:00 – 10:45
Fourth period 10:50 – 11:35
学習時間午前クラス

Afternoon class

  • 4 Classes a day (45 minutes each class)
  • Consists of 20 hours a week
  • Total study time per year is 760 hours
First period 13:00 – 13:45
Second period 13:55 – 14:40
Third period 14:50 – 15:35
Fourth period 15:45 – 16:30
学習時間午後クラス
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