Experience various things through group life in a Japanese language environment. Exposed to many words through play using the five senses, picture books, following our unique curriculum. Kamishibai storytelling with pictures, singing with hand motions, and singing songs. Acquire practical Japanese through interaction with teachers and other students. Have many opportunities to experience seasonal events, Japanese culture and customs.

Wakaba classes aim to improve Japanese language skills naturally through multigrade classes that match the student’s language life while working closely with children growing up in the Bay Area. In each twice a week class from Wakaba 1 to Wakaba 5, students will acquire comprehensive Japanese skills through kanji, vocabulary, expressions, reading materials (including Japanese textbooks provided by the government of Japan), composition, and in-class discussions and presentations. After completing the Wakaba level, students will advance to the AP Japanese and/or JLPT preparation classes.

Sing Japanese songs and play games to familiarize themselves with Japanese language and culture. Practice basic greetings, conversations. Answer simple questions. Read and trace Hiragana.

For students who have Japanese learning experience. Learn to speak, listen, read, and write Hiragana, Katakana, and simple Kanji characters.

For students in 1-6 grades who learn Japanese for the first time.
Learn speaking, listening, reading, and writing Hiragana, Katakana, and simple Kanji characters. Practice basic greetings, conversations, and answering simple questions. Japanese culture and customs are introduced through various activities and games.

Beginner-intermediate level class for middle and high school students. Understand simple everyday conversation dialogues and read long passages. Practice speeches and writing compositions.

Learn simple everyday conversations and practice to be able to listen and understand dialogues. Write compositions, study Kanji characters, practice speeches, and try to understand long passages.Lily 2-4 classes study and prepare for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

Session-based online classes for the “JLPT”, Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This class is to improve students’ listening skill, knowledge of Kanji, vocabulary, expression, and reading comprehension to pass the exam, focusing on previous exam questions including mock exams. If a student would like to take N3, the student is required to have passed N4 or be at an equivalent level. (Same for N2 and N1.) An assessment is required before registration. No age limit for this class.

Exam preparation class for AP Japanese Language and Culture Exam in May. Session begins in June. For high school students.

Mommy & Me is for parents and children between 0 and 3 years old. This class incorporates songs, picture books, crafts, etc. to familiarize Japanese language in enjoyable ways. This class is instructed both in English and Japanese.

Minimum age 5 and above. Students use textbooks that suit an individual’s level and prepare for the monthly Abacus Exam and Mental Calculation Exam. The question format is based on the examination of 全国珠算教育連盟 (Zenkoku Shuzan Kyoiku Renmei =Arithmetic Education Federation of Japan). Sakura Gakuen issues its own certificate for those who have passed the exams. Students can learn Basic level (Kyu) 10 to Master’s Level (Dan) 2. The class is instructed in Japanese and English. Please click here for more information.

In-person or online lessons are available. Please let us know your preferred lesson day and time. In addition to Japanese, we offer a wide range of lessons including the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) prep, Kanji Aptitude Exam prep, Abacus, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, etc. Please feel free to contact us.

Calligraphy has many benefits including improving concentration, learning the correct stroke order, and calming your mind by writing with a brush. Why don’t you take this opportunity to start calligraphy?

Let’s play and learn Japanese with our experienced instructor. Free time for parents!