Prepare for your next trip to Japan with this practical, travel-focused Japanese course delivered live online. Designed for beginners, this short course helps you communicate simply and confidently in everyday travel situations without getting overwhelmed by complex grammar.
With a strong focus on speaking and listening, you’ll practise real-world Japanese for getting around, ordering food, shopping, and interacting politely with locals. Classes are interactive and supportive, helping you feel comfortable using essential phrases in common travel scenarios.
This course is ideal as a friendly introduction to the language or as a refresher before travel. It can also serve as a stepping stone into further Japanese language studies.
Course Outline
- Greetings and basics: Introductions, everyday expressions, and yes/no responses.
- Navigation and transport: Asking for directions and using public transport confidently.
- Food and dining: Ordering from menus and expressing basic dietary needs.
- Shopping and transactions: Understanding prices and confirming purchases.
- Cultural etiquette and emergencies: Polite behaviour, social norms, and asking for help if needed.
Schedule & Pricing
- 5-week course, 7:30pm–9:30pm (one evening per week)
- Delivered live online via Zoom
- Course fee from $179
Details
You will learn
- Use essential Japanese greetings and introductions confidently
- Ask for directions and navigate transport with simple phrases
- Order food, shop, and respond appropriately in common travel situations
You will get
- Live interactive Zoom classes with an experienced tutor
- Practical travel-focused language practice
- Supportive learning environment for beginners
Appropriate for
Beginners or near-beginners with little or no prior Japanese, and travellers seeking a short practical refresher. No previous study required.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook and pen
- Device with stable internet connection
- Willingness to participate and practise speaking
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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