Japan Society Language Center / 語学センター

One syllable changes everything! 🪑 "Suwatte" (sit) vs. 🏺 "Sawatte" (touch) is the difference between taking a seat and getting a little too close to the art. 😅
Don't make a rookie mistake—master your skills this summer at the Language Center! 🇯🇵☀️

Here is what's coming up:
🗣️ Japanese Courses: 13 levels, JLPT prep, and more! (Starts May 18)
🖌️ Shodo: Perfect your strokes. (Starts May 8)
🗽 English (日本人対象の英会話): Native-led convo classes. (Starts June 2)
🔡 1-Day Reading Workshops: Learn Hiragana (May 1) & Katakana (May 8).
🤝 Nihongo Chat: Language exchange (Apr 23)

Use code EARLY by April 22 for $10 off Japanese & Shodo classes! Plus, Japan Society members save up to 15%.

Register here: https://japansoc.org/3VsTKDo and share this with a friend who should join our free virtual Trial Lessons on April 20!

Early pricing for Spring Japanese courses ends tomorrow! ⏳🌸

Use code EARLY by Jan. 6 for $10 off. Courses span 13 levels, from beginner to advanced, so there’s an option for students at every level.

🗓️ January 26–April 6, 2026
💻 Online & In-Person
📝 View all courses & register: https://japansoc.org/3K0wfiA

Winter courses begin next week, and registration is also open for more workshops and courses coming up in January!

“Even monkeys fall from trees.” 🐒💬

In Japanese, 猿も木から落ちる (sarumo kikara ochiru) reminds us that everyone makes mistakes, even the experts! So whether you’re a total beginner or brushing up on your skills, don’t worry if you “fall” a little along the way—it’s all part of learning.

🗓️ Registration is now open for Winter Japanese courses! Learn at your own pace, meet fellow students and enjoy a fun, supportive environment (no perfect monkeys required).

👉 https://japansoc.org/3K0wfiA to sign up and start your Japanese journey this winter.

Learn the art of Japanese calligraphy! Fall Shodo courses begin soon, with in-person and online courses available.
Registration and more information here: https://japansociety.org/language-center/calligraphy/

Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) is a centuries-old art form and Zen practice evoking harmony, beauty and balance. During our Shodo for Beginners workshop last month, students practiced using a brush and learned how to write the kanji character for “summer” (夏), with everyone completing a piece to take home! ✍️ Late Summer Shodo courses start August 29! Join us online or in-person at Japan Society’s Language Center—classes are open to all levels, with options for beginners and those with experience. 👉 Learn more & register at the 🔗 in bio. #Shodo #JapaneseCalligraphy #LearnShodo

Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) is a centuries-old art form and Zen practice evoking harmony, beauty and balance. During our Shodo for Beginners workshop last month, students practiced using a brush and learned how to write the kanji character for “summer” (夏), with everyone completing a piece to take home! ✍️ Late Summer Shodo courses start August 29! Join us online or in-person at Japan Society’s Language Center—classes are open to all levels, with options for beginners and those with experience. 👉 Learn more & register at the 🔗 in bio. #Shodo #JapaneseCalligraphy #LearnShodo

POV: It’s time for Japanese class! 👩‍🏫🧠 Did you know Japan Society’s Language Center was named one of the Best Language Classes in New York by New York Magazine? We offer 13 levels of Japanese year-round, both online and in person—and with exhibitions, film screenings and other cultural events happening throughout the building, there’s always more to explore beyond the classroom. 📝 Registration is now open for our Late Summer (5-week) and Fall (10-week) Japanese courses! Learn more & register: https://japansoc.org/40HUzeh #learnjapanese #japaneseclass #languageschool

🌸 Save $10 on Spring Japanese courses with code EARLY now through Jan. 7! 🌸

Starting in late January, our 10-week Japanese courses offer something for every level—from complete beginners to advanced learners—with special topic courses like Kanji (N5-N1), Japanese Drama & more!

In addition to our Japanese courses, we’re offering:

🖌️ Shodo (Japanese calligraphy)
🅰️ English Courses (日本人対象の英会話)
👩🏻‍🏫 Japanese-Language Teacher Training

Explore all Language Center courses & workshops: https://japansoc.org/3VsTKDo

P.S. Can you guess which iconic Tokyo building is featured in the photo? 📸🌸 Drop your answer in the comments! .

On our way to Japanese class in this 30-degree weather. 🏃🏽‍♀️🥶

Winter courses & workshops at Japan Society’s Language Center are starting next week! Join us to learn Japanese online or in person:

5-Week Courses Starting Next Week:
📚 Japanese Courses (Levels 1, 2, and Review Genki II)
💬 Conversational Japanese Courses (all levels above Level 1)

Upcoming Workshops (all online):
✍️ Fundamentals of Kanji, Pt. 1 – Dec. 13, 6:30 pm
✍️ Fundamentals of Kanji, Pt. 2 – Dec. 20, 6:30 pm
🌀 Japanese Onomatopoeia – Dec. 14, 11 am
🅰️ Learn to Read Hiragana – Jan. 10, 6:30 pm
🅱️ Learn to Read Katakana – Jan. 23, 6:30 pm

🌸 Spring courses are also now open for registration! Start in January and explore Japanese, Shodo (calligraphy), ESL and Japanese-Language Teacher Training programs.

Explore all offerings here: https://japansoc.org/3VsTKDo

🖼️: Utagawa Kunisada I, “The Tenth Month: Streetwalkers in the First Snowfall,” about 1817 (Bunka 14), Woodblock print; ink and color on paper.