Part-time Japanese Lessons

Improve Japanese skills while balancing with work, family & other commitments
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  • Class Size
    ≤ 8 students
  • Location
    Shibuya, Iidabashi, Minato & Yokohama
  • Schedule
    Flexible
  • Focus
    Conversation-based
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Part-Time Japanese Classes in Shibuya, Iidabashi, Minato & Yokohama

Part-time Japanese classes with flexible scheduling: daytime, evening, and weekends. Study Japanese while working or going to school in Japan.

Our part-time Japanese classes are perfect for busy adults who want to learn Japanese at their own pace in a supportive and interactive environment. Our small group classes allow you to get personalized attention from your teacher and plenty of opportunities to practice speaking and listening skills. We offer a range of classes of all levels and flexible schedules to accommodate your needs.

Class Format
• Small group Japanese lessons: ≤ 8 students
• Professional instructors: Native Japanese teachers
• Curriculum: Fix for the Beginner, flexible for other levels
Important

You have to follow the curriculum only for the beginner level. After that, you can choose lessons that pique your interest and participate simultaneously in different classes at the same level.

What Our Students Say

Christian
Christian
I took a part-time course here. I was around JLPT N3 level. The course materials were very clear and easy to understand and the staff were friendly. The teachers here are great!
Brenda
Brenda
My evening part-time classes fit perfectly into my work schedule, and, thanks to Coto, I was able to reach advanced levels of Japanese and pass the JLPT.
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Beginner

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An introduction to basic Japanese grammar and conversation for your daily life
Our beginner course is designed to equip you with basic grammar and conjugations that allow you to create simple sentences for daily topics.
YOU WILL LEARN
Introduce yourself
Express feelings and opinions
Talking about your impressions of Japan
Use casual and polite phrases
Give advice and reasons
JLPT N4-N5
Practical Japanese for Beginners (PJ)
Learn practical vocabulary and simple phrases for everyday use, such as shopping and ordering at restaurants.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N4-N5
Active Basic Grammer B (ABB)
Improve your speaking skills by learning basic conjugated forms and useful sentence patterns for daily conversation.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
Practice Japanese Conversation
Students will learn three to five new sentence structures in each class session. Thus, even beginners will start to feel confident and enjoy small talk in Japanese. You will also learn basic conversational skills such as agreeing and showing interest, allowing you to follow through with conversations in Japanese naturally.
YOU WILL LEARN
Introduce yourself
Express feelings and opinions
Talking about your impressions of Japan
Use casual and polite phrases
Give advice and reasons
JLPT N4-N5
Topic Conversation for Beginners (Only Minato)
A conversation practice course that covers topics such as "food" or "shopping" and introduces related vocabulary and sentences.
32 lessons
1 lesson / week
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Upper Beginner

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Equipping yourself with a wider range of Japanese grammar
In these 2 classes, you will level up both your vocabulary and grammar to describe situations as well as your regrets and attitudes.
YOU WILL LEARN
Comprehend 11 forms of verbs
Combine expressing grammars
Response quickly and naturally
Use exclamatory sentences
JLPT N4-N5
Conjugation Level Up (CJ)
Enhance conversational skills and gain confidence with drills and speaking training. Ideal for those needing help vocalizing correct sentence patterns.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N4-N5
Conversation Level Up (CV)
This course is for students who previously joined the Conjugation Level Up Course. It is recommended for students who want to practice conversing in Japanese naturally.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
Create your own Japanese-speaking style
In these speaking-focused classes, you will master the art of communication in both casual and formal settings, with the ability to describe and explain subjects in details.
YOU WILL LEARN
Master the essential grammar
Make metaphors
Convey your wishes, ask for permission
Talking about your childhood, culture, and more
Describe your predictions & expectations
JLPT N4-N5
Japanese for Communication (JC)
Standalone lessons students can join at anytime, focusing on vocabulary, phrases, and expressions based on daily topics, enhanced through practice and role-playing.
28 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N4-N5
Essential Grammar & Conversation A (EG-A)
Improve your speaking skills through learning emotional expressions and sharing your opinions and reasons.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N4-N5
Essential Grammar & Conversation B (EG-B)
Improve your speaking skills through learning emotional expressions and sharing your opinions and reasons.
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
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Intermediate

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Enhance your communication skills acquired from the Beginner level
In this transition course to Intermediate, you will level up both your vocabulary and grammar to have to better apply Japanese in your communication.
YOU WILL LEARN
Convey your wishes, ask for permission
Talking about your childhood, culture, and more
Describe your predictions & expectations
JLPT N3-N2
Bridge to Intermediate (BTI)
Topic-based course where you can practice making compound sentences and talk about your opinions and reasons for certain scenarios
24 lessons
1 lesson / week
Improving vocabulary & Freely creating complicated sentences
Acquiring a wide range of vocabulary & enhance communication skills in an interactive environment so you can discuss various topics solely in Japanese.
YOU WILL LEARN
Able to communicate naturally
Make counterproposals
Explain your decisions
Construct hypothesis
JLPT N3-N2
Natural and Fluent Japanese 1 (NF1)
Learn complex grammar points and vocabulary for N3 level and use them to understand others' opinions and describe others.
96 lessons
1 lesson / week
Improving Conversation Skills
You can expand your conversation skills following a given topic, vocabulary, and sentence pattern daily.
YOU WILL LEARN
Master the essential grammar
Make metaphors
Convey your wishes, ask for permission
Talking about your childhood, culture, and more
Describe your predictions & expectations
JLPT N3-N2
Japanese for Communication (Only Minato)
Standalone lessons students can join at anytime, focusing on vocabulary, phrases, and expressions based on daily topics, enhanced through practice and role-playing.
28 lessons
1 lesson / week
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Upper Intermediate

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Polish your explanation and interpretation skills
The perfect classes for you to practice explaining abstract topics, defending your arguments, and making professional speeches.
YOU WILL LEARN
Explain your strengths and weaknesses
Explain educational, healthcare, and other systems
Explain the cultural and historical aspects of your country
Express your disagreements
JLPT N3-N2
Natural and Fluent Japanese 2 (NF2)
Learn complex grammar points and vocabulary for the N2 level and use them to counterargue different topics.
48 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N3-N2
Explanation in Japanese for Upper Intermediate Students (EJ-U)
A topic-based course where you can learn new ways to explain and describe things more effectively.
48 lessons
1 lesson / week
Familiarize yourself with Japanese work culture & business etiquette
Via reading and discussing the news, you will enhance your knowledge of current events in Japan and worldwide while learning new vocabulary, grammar, and kanji
You will learn formal language (Keigo) & setting-specific expressions to navigate in the Japanese business environment without any issues.
YOU WILL LEARN
Give opinions and counterarguments on social issues
Speculate the future based on the past
Visit business partners
Engage in business-report meeting
Take and give interviews
JLPT N3-N2
Read and Discuss the News for Upper Intermediate Students (RD-U)
Learn various expressions by engaging with current Japanese news and social media articles and discussing diverse topics like politics and culture.
48 lessons
1 lesson / week
JLPT N3-N2
Business Japanese (BJ)
Learn formal expressions and workplace vocabulary, ideal for current or aspiring professionals in Japan seeking to enhance business communication skills.
48 lessons
1 lesson / week
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Advanced

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Boost your argument and negotiation skills
After this class, you can make detailed claims and proposals, exchange opinions, and consult effectively in business environments.
YOU WILL LEARN
Interpret and explain data
Explain the benefits of products and services
Make predictions and discuss world events
Explain your work in detail
JLPT N2-N1
Explanation in Japanese for Advanced Students (EJ-A)
A topic-based course where you can learn new ways to explain and describe things more effectively.
48 lessons
1 lesson / week
Become knowledgeable on societal events
Using high-level vocabulary and grammar, you will participate in extensive discussions and develop critical thinking skills.
YOU WILL LEARN
Improve Japanese reading skills
Enhance presentation and debating skills
Develop critical thinking skills
JLPT N2-N1
Read and Discuss the News for Advanced Students (RD-A)
Learn various expressions by engaging with current Japanese news and social media articles and discussing diverse topics like politics and culture.
1 lesson / week
Ready to get started? Join us for a free consultation.
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Course Fees

  • ¥10,000 registration fee includes PDF material for new students.
  • Optional paper form lesson material available for an additional ¥2,000.
Monthly Subscription
8 Lessons
2 lessons per week
Valid for 1 month
¥20,000
fee per lesson

￥2,500 / 50 mins

16 Lessons
4 lessons per week
Valid for 1 month
￥36,800
fee per lesson

￥2,300 / 50 mins

24 Lessons
6 lessons per week
Valid for 1 month
￥50,400
fee per lesson

￥2,100 / 50 mins

Package Plans
1 Lesson
Valid for 1 Month
￥3,200
fee per lesson

¥3,200

16 Lessons
Valid for 6 Months
¥43,200
fee per lesson

¥2,800

32 Lessons
Valid for 8 Months
¥83,200
fee per lesson

¥2,600

48 Lessons
Valid for 12 Months
¥120,000
fee per lesson

¥2,500

96 Lessons
Valid for 14 Months
¥230,400
fee per lesson

¥2,400


FAQ


  • Part-time Courses

    What are Part-time Courses?

    Our Part-time Courses are designed to teach practical aspects of Japanese. Instead of a comprehensive approach - part-time courses focus on teaching grammar, speaking, and other topics. These courses are good for students who have already learned some Japanese but want to improve their grammar, or their speaking specifically.

    Are Part-time Courses available in the Evenings and on Saturdays?

    Yes they are! You can see a full schedule of our Part-time Courses here: www.cotoacademy.com/course (Click on part-time)

  • Can I see the list of all part-time classes?

    In total, there are 13 classes that are divided into 4 different levels:
    • Beginner
    • Upper Beginner - Intermediate
    • Upper Intermediate - Advanced
    • Advanced
    You can check them here 

  • Can I join part-time lessons any time? Do I need to wait?

    You can join part-time lessons from any time as long as there is availability.
    1. Fill out a contact inquiry at the bottom of the page.
    2. Set a time to join us for a level check and interview.
    3. We will place you in a course.
    This could take as little as 48 hours. Want to get started?  Click the get started button in the menu or fill out the form at the bottom of the page.

  • When can I take part-time Japanese lessons?

    We offer part time lessons all day - as well as evenings after work and Saturdays. Our school is open until 9pm on week nights.

  • What are the fees for part-time Japanese lessons?

    For the best value - we recommend a monthly subscription. If you know that you will be studying every month, you can save the most money by taking advantage of our monthly package rate. Monthly Subscriptions:
    • 8 Lessons per month (2 Lessons per week) - ¥20,000 / month
    • 16 Lessons per month (4 Lessons per week) - ¥36,800 / month
    If you are not sure when you can study but would like to study irregularly we recommend our lesson packages.

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