A Guide to the Tohoku University Japanese Language Program for International Students - Fall 2016

Oct 5, 2026

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Fall 2016 Tohoku University provides a structured guide for international students in the Institute for Excellence in Higher Education Japanese Language Program. It explains program goals, placement across six proficiency levels, course listings with start/end dates, course map and timetable, class start and registration procedures, classroom attendance notes, evaluation methods, and an e-learning program. It also includes campus location and inquiry details, plus registration-related appendices.

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Pages30

Reading Time1 h 16 min

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About the Japanese Language Program for International Students

Levels

Level 1 (Beginner)

Level 2 (Basic)

Level 3 (Pre-Intermediate)

Level 4 (Intermediate)

Level 5 (Upper Intermediate)

Level 6 (Advanced)

List of Courses

Course Map

Timetable

Class Start Schedule

Registering for Classes

Classes

Notes on Attending Class

Evaluation Methods

E-learning Program

Inquiries

Map of Kawauchi Campus

Classroom Locations

Appendix 1. Registration Form

Appendix 2. Class Registration Cards

Fall 2016 Tohoku University Institute for Excellence in Higher Education A Guide to the Tohoku University Japanese Language Program for International Students Table of Contents 1. About the Japanese Language Program for International Students 2. Levels 3. List of Courses 4. Course Map 5. Timetable 6. Class Start Schedule 7. Registering for Classes 8. Classes 9. Notes on Attending Class 10. Evaluation Methods 11. E-learning Program 12. Inquiries 13. Map of Kawauchi Campus 14. Classroom Locations Appendix 1. Registration Form Appendix 2. Class Registration Cards 1. About the Japanese Language Program for International Students The Institute for Excellence in Higher Education offers the Japanese Language Program for International Students to improve the Japanese language proficiency of foreign students and researchers at Tohoku University and facilitate their smooth adaptation to life in Japan. This program offers a variety of classes from basic to advanced levels. Students may select and take classes as appropriate to their own level of Japanese proficiency and interests. 2. Levels | Level 1 (Beginner) | Students will learn the minimum, basic conversation and reading/writing skills necessary for everyday life in Japan. | | --- | --- | | Level 2 (Basic) CEFR*/JF **A1 JLPT*** N5 | Students will learn simple conversation and reading/writing skills needed for everyday life in Japan. | | Level 3 (Pre-Intermediate) CEFR/JFA2.1
JLPT N4 | Students will learn basic Japanese skills needed for everyday life and attending university classes in Japan. | | Level 4 (Intermediate) CEFR/JFSA2.2 JLPT** N3 | Students will learn practical Japanese skills needed to read articles and essayson familiar topics of interest and write simple reports on them, listen to lectures, and express their own opinions. | | Level 5 (UpperIntermediate) CEFR/JFS B1 JLPT N2 | Students will learn Japanese skills needed to read research papers and specialized texts in university classes, write reports, listen to lectures, and participate in discussions and presentations. | | Level 6 (Advanced) CEFR/JFS B2 JLPT N1 | Students will learn Japanese skills needed to understand research papers, specialized texts, and academic writing related to their majors, write reports, listen to lectures related to their majors, and give oral presentations. | *CEFR: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages **JFS: Japan Foundation Standard for Japanese-Language Education ***JLPT: Japanese Language Proficiency Test 3. List of Courses | Level | Qualification | Course code | The
starting
date | the final
date | class | The course schedule | International
Co-learning
Codes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Level 1
(Beginner) | Beginning Japanese | B100 | 10/13 | 2/2 | a | Mon.1-2 ・ Thu.1-2 | | | | | | 10/14 | 2/7 | b
c | Tue.1-2 ・ Fri.1-2 | | | | | | 10/18 | 2/9 | d | Tue.1-2 ・ Thu.1-2 | | | | | B110 | 10/6 | 1/30 | a
b
c
d | Mon.1-2 ・ Thu.1-2 | | | | | B150 | 10/18 | 12/5 | | Mon.1-2 ・ Tue.1-2 Thu.1-2 ・ Fri.1-2 | | | | Beginning Japanese Business Communication | C170 | 10/12 | 2/8 | | Wed.1-2 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Beginning Japanese Practice | P150 | 10/25 | 12/6 | | Tue.4 | | | | Hiragana/Katakana | H150 | 10/13 | 10/17 | | 10/13（Thu.）1-3
10/14（Fri.）1-3
10/17（Mon）1-3 | | | | Beginning Japanese Kanji
| K101 | 10/14 | 1/3 | | Tue.3 ・ Fri.3 | | | | | K102 | 10/13 | 1/30 | | Mon.3･Thu.3 | | | | | K151 | 10/20 | 2/9 | | Mon.3 ・ Thu.3 | | | Level 2
(Basic) | Basic Japanese | B200 | 10/18 | 2/7 | | Tue.1-2 ・ Fri.1-2 | | | | | B210 | 10/6 | 1/30 | a
b | Mon.1-2 ・ Thu.1-2 | | | | | B220 | 10/7 | 2/1 | | Wed.1-2 ・ Fri.1-2 | | | | | B250 | 10/14 | 12/1 | a | Mon.1-2 ・ Tue.1-2 Thu.1-2 ・ Fri.1-2 | | | | | | 12/6 | 2/6 | b | | | | | Basic Japanese Business Communication | C270 | 10/

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Japanese Language Program for international students at Tohoku University?

The program aims to improve Japanese proficiency for foreign students and researchers and support their smooth adaptation to life in Japan. It offers classes from basic to advanced levels.

How are students organized within the program?

Students are placed into six levels based on Japanese proficiency needs. Each level lists learning goals for everyday life, university classes, and academic activities.

What steps are involved in registering for classes and starting attendance?

The guide outlines the class start schedule, registration procedures, and notes on attending class. It also covers evaluation methods and classroom locations across the Kawauchi campus.

Oct 5, 2026

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