Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Japanese in Yokosuka and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several primary possibilities for learning Japanese interactively in Yokosuka. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your 2nd possibility can be local commercial language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can choose a private Japanese tutor in Yokosuka. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Yokosuka and online Japanese tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Japanese and how much should Japanese tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 45-48 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and individual Japanese tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Japanese tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Average reviews for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Japanese do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Japanese so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Japanese?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will require at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your already acquired level of Japanese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch television, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.
🤳 What are my options when choosing the Japanese coach?
In learning centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of pre-screened Japanese tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.