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With a full span of levels and special topic courses, beginner to advanced students can learn to speak, read, and write Japanese.  \nThese courses are designed for adults aged 18 and above.  \nCourses are listed by increasing difficulty/level. The letter designates a different time/date/section, not an increase of level (e.g. , 1-A and 1-B are different sections but both cover Level 1) .  \nPlease Note: Most courses above Level 9 are designed to betaken repeatedly. It is expected that students take the same level multiple times before moving to the next level.  \nNew students with no previous background in Japanese should enroll in a Level 1 course.  \nStudents with some background  \nshould refer to the Japanese Level Guide or course textbooks to determine the most appropriate class.  \nEnrollment in kanji courses alongside the core curriculum (numbered levels) is recommended for students at Level 5 and above. Although kanji-only courses are not offered this 10-week session , you may instead be interested in the JLPT & Kanji courses which include both JLPT prep and kanji study.  \nFor tuition , how to register, and more course details , please see further down after the course list.  \nCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS  \nCourses are either online via Zoom or in-person at Japan Society in NYC. All times are New York time (ET) .  \nONLINE COURSES: To participate fully, you will need access to a device with internet, microphone, and camera (such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone) .  \nIN-PERSON COURSES: In the event of inclement weather or other circumstances, a class may need to be conducted online or on another date. By signing up for a course, you assume this risk and understand that circumstances may change. Please see full details under “How to Register.”  \nJAPANESE LEVEL 1 (for students with no (or little) basic grammar knowledge in Japanese, meets once a week) The course is designed to introduce elementary Japanese. Basic vocabulary, grammar and sentence structures will be taught in romaji (Japanese written phonetically in the Roman alphabet) so students can carry on a simple conversation. 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