Affordable Japanese Language Classes with Child Care

Kyoto YWCA -- "Rakurauku" Japanese Classes

Our Rakuraku Japanese language classes are taught by volunteers. Our instructors have studied Japanese language education.

Child care services are available onsite.

The Kyoto YWCA is a non-profit community service organization -- helping foreign residents in the community is one of our core missions.

Our classes are held once a week, Mondays through Saturdays -- four times a month.

Each class iｓ 90 minutes long.

You can choose a class based upon your level and schedule.

You will learn to read and write Hiragana and Katakana (native Japanese script).

You will also learn greetings and basic verbal communication.

You will learn to read and write simple Kanji (Chinese characters) as well as moving beyond basic speaking and listening.

You will learn more difficult Kanji, write simple sentences, and more complex aural communication skills.

This class will help you prepare for the first and second level Japanese Proficiency Tests.

You will read Japanese newspaper articles and share your opinions with others about them.

Our classes are designed for people who are studying for a minimum of 6 months

Childcare can be provided in a room separate from you class -- so you can focus on your studies..

Please contact the Kyoto YWCA office for details.

There are usually 2 to 5 students per class.

¥2,500 per month, four classes per month. Textbook fees are extra.

¥300 per class for Child care

If you are interested in our Japanese language classes, please contact us between 10:00 ~ 21:00

Our office staff speak both English and Japanese.

TEL: 075-341-0351

FAX: 075-341-0352

Email: office@kyoto.ywca.or.jp (link)

The Kyoto YWCA is a non-profit Christian women's community service organization. Women and men of all faiths, nationalities and races are welcome.