Japanese - Level 8

A chalkboard displays the phrase “あなたは日本語を話せますか?” written in white chalk, with a small Japanese flag in front.

Student Reviews

"The instructor is exceptional! She is very experienced and does an excellent job teaching and presenting the lessons very well.”

"Hiroko Ikeda is an excellent teacher, she is patient, caring and goes above and beyond in her teachings."

"Hiroko sensei makes sure each of us gets opportunities to verbalize in class."

Class Overview

Continue learning more useful and practical Japanese expressions and language skills in this fun and interactive class! 

Improve your Japanese oral and written communication skills while expanding your Japanese vocabulary. Get acquainted with intermediate-level Japanese grammar. Continue learning to read and write Hiragana and Katakana and begin learning Kanji. Gain more understanding and knowledge about Japanese culture.

Join a classroom community of students with similar abilities in Japanese, and enjoy the guidance of a professional language instructor, while improving your Japanese language abilities.

 

Learning Objectives

  • Become familiar with more useful and practical vocabulary and expressions
  • Improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills for conversations on a variety of topics
  • Gain confidence having conversations in Japanese 
  • Improve your grammar skills and fluency
  • Deepen your understanding of traditional and modern Japanese culture 

 

Textbook Needed

  • Japanese For Busy People II, 3rd Edition. ISBN: 978-1568363868
  • If you choose to purchase a text, we recommend searching online for the best pricing.  The SCC bookstore does not stock textbooks for Continuing Education classes  

 

Who Might Enjoy This Class?

  • Japanese language students with 140 hours of Japanese studies, successfu completion of our Japanese - Level 7, or equivalent
  • Individulas who wish to advance their conversational skills and fluency in a very interactive and fun learning environment
  • People who enjoy improving their Japanese language skills with an eye toward someday speaking Japanese fluently (and meet the prerequisite listed above)

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Class Details

Spring 2026

  • When : Tuesday, Apr 14 to Jun 23 ; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Location : SCONL , Zoom WA
  • Fee : $289
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