Language Classes
Language Classes
Language Classes
Japanese Language Classes available at all levels
Our Japanese Language classes are taught by Japanese Native Instructors at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels. Our classes have rolling enrollment (new students can start mid-session) and small class sizes to maximize your learning experience.
Unsure of which level you should be in? Give us a call to help you decide which class is right or to try a free class!
How do JASC Language Classes Work?
Our Beginners I and II classes operate in four sessions throughout the year, each session lasting 8 weeks. The Intermediate and Advanced classes run in 8 week sessions, but do not follow a specific curriculum. Class payments cover a full 8-week session. Classes can be joined mid-session at an adjusted price.
Adult Language Classes
Mondays, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Masahito Kimura
Format: In person at JASC (online option available)
Dates: September 29 – November 17, 2025 (session 3)
Registration will open on September 18th.
NEW CLASS: Wednesdays, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Masahito Kimura
Format: In person at JASC (online option available)
Dates: October 1 – November 19, 2025 (session 1)
*Due to the high demand of session 1 (early beginner) classes, we have opened a second Beginners I class this year! Please note that students who have been on the waitlist receive priority registration and it is possible that the class will be full before public registration on September 18th.
Beginners I: Genki 1 Textbook (workbook not required)
Session 1: Covers chapters 1-3 of the Genki I Textbook
Session 2: Covers chapters 4-6 of the Genki 1 Textbook
Session 3: Covers chapters 7-9 of the Genki 1 Textbook
Session 4: Covers chapters 10-12 of the Genki 1 Textbook
Please note: if you plan to join a class mid-session, please self-study previous chapters to help adjustment into the class.
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Masahito Kimura
Format: In person at JASC (online option available)
Dates: September 30 – November 18, 2025 (Session 3)
Session 3 registration will open on September 18th.
Beginners II: Genki 2 Textbook (workbook not required)
Session 1: Covers chapters 13-15 of the Genki 2 Textbook
Session 2: Covers chapters 16-18 of the Genki 2 Textbook
Session 3: Covers chapters 19-21 of the Genki 2 Textbook
Session 4: Covers chapters 22-23 of the Genki 2 Textbook
Please note: if you plan to join a class mid-session, please self-study previous chapters to help adjustment into the class.
Our Intermediate Class is switching from Thursdays to Mondays
Mondays, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Instructor: Ms. Kyoko Hoshino
Format: In Person at JASC
Dates: August 11, 2025 – September 29, 2025
Textbook: Japanese for Busy People III, Kana version, Published by Kodansha ISBN: 4-7700-2052-X
**Please make sure to check the ISBN number when you order.
Thursdays, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Instructor: Ms. Kana Ito Manzanares
Are you at or near N2 Level Japanese? Join our Advanced Japanese Conversation Class for non-native speakers to maintain language skills and practice and maintain kanji vocabulary.
⽇本語が⺟国語でない⽅のための、上級⽇本語会話クラスのお知らせです。
⽇本⼈教師によるZOOMクラスで、あなたの漢字を含む⽇本語の知識を磨きましょう。
興味のある⽅は電話またはEメールでご連絡ください。
Format: Online (Zoom)
Dates: August 7, 2025 – September 25, 2025
Advanced Conversation: No Textbook, materials provided in class.
Registration Below
Beginners I and II registration opens September 18th.
Class Full? Join our waitlist and we will reach out to you!
Please call or email for more information – Ruby Grillier at rgrillier@jasc-chicago.org or 773-275-0097 x229.
Tuition Rates
| Fee per session (8 classes) | |
|---|---|
| JASC Member | $135 |
| Non-Member | $165 |
Textbooks must be purchased separately from class fee. Not included in tuition cost.
Looking for high school student and children’s classes?
Visit our Donguri Kai program page for Kindergarten through High School classes.
Visit our Tampopo Kai program page for infant and preschool programming.
