Japanese Facts
Nouns in Japanese have no grammatical gender or number. For example, the noun 'hon' means book; but could refer to one book or many books
Japan is spoken by over 130 million people worldwide, but primarily in Japan
The Japanese language lack a few letter sounds that most western languages take for granted: for example, in Japanese there is no 'l' sound (their 'r' sound is used instead), and no 'v' ('b' replaces it)
Japanese Courses in York
Our native-speaking qualified Japanese teachers can guide you and your group at your work or at home, at a time convenient to you. Classes can take place on any day of the week - even weekends - morning, afternoon or evening. If needs be, if meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you.
Book now / EnquiryJapanese 1 to 1 Business
These Japanese lessons are driven towards people who have a requirement to learn Japanese to bolster their work output. For novices, you will find it useful to learn basic greetings and business etiquette; and once you have become more proficient then reading and writing will come to the fore. Typical students include those concerned with import/export, those seeking work in multinational companies, international negotiations, and anyone working with international colleagues or administration. Even on our most rudimentary beginners course, students can expect to finish the course with decent telephone and e-mail Japanese, as well as a good enough grip on the language for a short trip to the country.
Book now / EnquiryJapanese 1 to 1 General
Japanese courses of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival Japanese - needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'; those studying Japanese usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefitted from these Japanese classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts in Japanese culture, and those enthusiastic to pass a specific exam in Japanese.
Book now / EnquiryJapanese Group Lessons
The Japanese courses are also available for 2 or more people studying together (Two-to-One Japanese Course or Small Group In-Company Japanese Course). All participants must have the same level, the same business or general language needs and be able to study at the same time in the same location. The booking must be made for all participants at the same time. Listen & Learn do not recommend group classes of more than 6-8 people although In-Company Taster Japanese Courses can be run with up to 12 people.
Book now / Enquiry
York
A city in North Yorkshire with a population of around 140,000, York's economy is based mostly on tourism, science and service-based industries - a far cry from its position as a chocolate manufacturer and railway town up until the middle of the 20th century. However, the city is still home to the headquarters of several confectionary brands: Nestlé Rowntree, who create the KitKat, Smarties and eponymous "Yorkie" bar, and up until recently, Terry's chocolate factory. The city also has many historical points of interest: featuring many museums and a veritable plethora of churches and pubs, some of which date back to the medieval period.
Japanese Testimonials
"Our native speaker qualified Japanese language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning."
York Map
