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Part-time Japanese Classes

Improve your Japanese speaking and conversation ability, as well as grammar, kanji and listening. Choose classes by topic.

Part-time Japanese Classes in Tokyo and Yokohama

Part-time lessons at Coto are held in a small group (a maximum of 8 students), with a strong focus on speaking. Taught by professional native instructors, we cover a wide range of levels, topics and skills. It's a great option for working professionals who can only study in the evening and on weekends.

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What our students say about our part-time Japanese classes

I took a part-time course here. I amwasaround JLPT N3 level. The course materials were very clear and easy to understand and the staff were friendly. The teachers here are great.
- T. Tran

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.
- Brenda

Can't study in Tokyo or Yokohama? We offer online small group lessons as well.

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) - ¥18,000 / Month (Approx $160usd / month)
- 16 Lessons per month ( 4 Lessons per week) - ¥32,000 / Month (Approx $280 usd / month)
If you are not sure when you can study but would like to study irregularly we recommend our lesson packages.
What is the class size? How many students?

Our part-time courses have a maximum of 8 students per class. Having 8 or less people in a class allows students plenty of time to practice speaking.

A male student studying Japanese in class

Practical Japanese for Beginners

LEVEL: BEGINNER (JLPT N5)

You will start by learning Japanese skills for everyday use. Since you'll be studying vocabulary for times and places, as well as basic grammar, you'll be able to create simple sentences by yourself.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 17:10 - 19:00
  - Tue: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Wed: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00
  - Sat: 13:10 - 15:00
- Evening Course
  - Mon & Wed :19:10-21:00
  - Tues & Thur :19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat:13:10-15:00
Active Basic Japanese Grammar A & B

LEVEL: Beginner (JLPT N5)

This is the foundation to be able to communicate in Japanese and the goal is that you'll be able to to use basic conjugated forms and speak naturally.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Wed: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Thu: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00
  - Sat: 13:10 - 15:00
- Evening Course
  - Monday and Wednesday: 19:10-21:00
  - Tuesday and Thursday: 19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00

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Effective Drill Training

LEVEL: Beginner to Upper Beginner (N5 - N4)

This class will help students improve their quick-response ability and build their confidence. Students use a series of specially designed drills and speaking training to improve their communication ability.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Daytime Course
  - Thu: 13:10 - 14:00
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 19:10 - 20:00
Conversation Level-up

LEVEL: Upper Beginner (N4)

You'll be able to convey your wishes, ask for permission while giving a reason, study assumptive expressions and express your feelings or things that happened more accurately.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Daytime Course
  - Thu: 14:10 - 15:00
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 20:10 - 21:00
Essential Grammar and Conversation

LEVEL: Beginner to Upper Beginner (N5 - N4)

In this class you will practice making conversation about a variety of topics. You will improve your vocabulary and ability to converse smoothly.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Morning Course
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Wed: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Thu: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00
- Morning Course
- Evening Course
  - Monday and Wednesday: 19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Saturday:10:10-12:00

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Student studying Japanese with book

Bridge to Intermediate

LEVEL: Upper Beginner (JLPT N4 - N3)

This course focuses on the core basic sentence patterns, improving vocabulary for a variety of daily situations, and building longer sentences through combinations. The class enables students to apply and make the most of these abilities.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Morning Course
- Evening Course
  - Wed: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Thu: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00
- Evening Course
  - Tuesdays & Thursdays: 19:10-21:00
Natural and Fluent Japanese Communication 1

LEVEL: Intermediate (JLPT N3)

The goal of this course is to acquire a broad spectrum of vocabulary and freely use it in numerous sentence patterns during conversations, so you'll be able to speak about general things in Japanese only.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Morning Course
  - Fri: 9:10 - 11:00
  - Tue: 9:10 - 11:00
- Daytime Course
- Evening Course
  - Mon: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Tue: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Wed: 19:10 - 21:00
  - Thu: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 12:00
  - Sat: 13:10 - 15:00
- Afternoon Course
- Evening Course
  - Thu: 19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 13:10 - 15:00
Natural and Fluent Japanese Communication 2

LEVEL: Intermediate (JLPT N2)

The goal of this course is to acquire a broad spectrum of vocabulary and freely use it in numerous sentence patterns during conversations, so you'll be able to speak about general things in Japanese only.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Daytime Course
  - Mon: 14:10 - 15:00
- Evening Course
  - Tue: 20:10 - 21:00
  - Wed: 20:10 - 21:00
  - Thu: 19:10 - 20:00
  - Thu: 20:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 11:10 - 12:00
  - Sat: 14:10 - 15:00
- Evening Course
  - Thursday: 19:10-20:00
  - Monday and Wednesday: 19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Saturday:13:10 - 14:00
Business Japanese

LEVEL: Upper Intermediate (JLPT N3 - N2)

Learn the etiquette and vernacular of doing business in Japan. You will learn basic formal expressions (basic keigo), setting-specific expressions on business situation in Japan.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Evening Course
  - Tue: 19:10 - 21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 15:10-17:00
- Evening Course
Japanese Explanation Training

LEVEL: Upper Intermediate to Advanced (JLPT N2)

We recommend this course for anyone who can communicate using only Japanese, but feel they have problems with detailed explanations.
- Tokyo - Iidabashi Station
- Yokohama - Yokohama Station
- Daytime Course
  - Mon: 13:10 - 14:00  (Upper Intermediate)
  - Tue: 13:10 - 14:00  (Advanced)
- Evening Course
  - Tue: 19:10-20:00  (Upper Intermediate)
  - Tue: 19:10-20:00  (Advanced)
  - Wed: 19:10 - 20:00 (Upper Intermediate)
  - Thu: 19:10-20:00  (Upper Intermediate)
  - Thu: 20:10 - 21:00 (Advanced)
- Weekend Course
  - Sat: 10:10 - 11:00 (Upper Intermediate)
  - Sat: 13:10 - 14:00 (Upper Intermediate)
  - Sat: 13:10 - 14:00 (Advanced)
- Evening Course
  - Monday and Wednesday:19:10-21:00
- Weekend Course
  - Saturday 14:10 - 15:00
Keigo Training

LEVEL: Beginner (JLPT N3-N2)

This course is designed to hone in your Keigo Japanese to improve your Japanese language in a professional setting.

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Monthly Subscription

8 Lessons

2 lessons per week

COURSE PRICE

¥18,000

Free consultation

16 Lessons

4 lessons per week

COURSE PRICE

¥32,000

Free consultation

Package Plans

16 Lessons

6 Months

COURSE PRICE

¥40,000

ONE LESSON:

¥2,500 / 50 MINS

Free consultation

32 Lessons

8 Months

COURSE PRICE

¥76,800

ONE LESSON:

¥2,400 / 50 MINS

Free consultation

48 Lessons

12 Months

COURSE PRICE

¥110,400

ONE LESSON:

¥2,300 / 50 MINS

Free consultation

96 Lessons

14 Months

COURSE PRICE

¥211,200

ONE LESSON:

¥2,200 / 50 MINS

Free consultation

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If you’d like to get started with our Japanese Classes, connect with us for a level check and consultation.