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Japanese Lessons in Colchester

  • Committed native Japanese tutors.
  • Personalised Japanese courses, delivered online or in-person, any day of the week.
  • Learn Japanese at home or any other convenient location, like your office or a quiet café.
  • Experience the best Japanese classes in Colchester, crafted to support your goals and interests.
Enrol in one of our private Japanese lessons near you to experience an enjoyable and immersive way of learning a second language. Whether you’re thinking of studying Japanese for business, connecting with new cultures, or exploring foreign films, contact us now, and we’ll connect you with one of our seasoned Japanese tutors.

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General Japanese

Japanese lessons of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival Japaneseneeded 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 benefited 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 for Japanese culture and those hoping to pass a specific exam in Japanese. Enquire now about our Japanese Courses or Take A Free Japanese Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business Japanese

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. Once you have become more proficient, then reading and writing will come to the fore. Typical students include those concerned with imports and exports, those seeking work in multinational companies, international negotiations and anyone working with international colleagues or administration. Even in our most rudimentary lesson for beginnners, students can expect to finish with decent telephone and e-mail Japanese, as well as a good enough grip on the language for a short trip to the country where the language is spoken. Enquire now about our Japanese Courses or Take A Free Japanese Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business Japanese

Those wishing to learn Japanese in groups of two or more together (Two-to-One Japanese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Japanese Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of Japanese proficiency, have the same needs from the language and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn does not suggest group sizes of more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster Japanese Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Japanese Courses or Take A Free Japanese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business Japanese

Our native-speaking qualified Japanese teachers can instruct you and your group at your work or at home at a time most convenient for you. Classes can take place on any day of the weekeven weekendsmorning, afternoon or evening. 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. Enquire now about our Japanese Courses or Take A Free Japanese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business Japanese

The Japanese lessons are also available for two or more people studying together (Two-to-One Japanese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Japanese Lessons). 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 does not recommend group classes of more than 6-8 people though In-Company Taster Japanese Lessons can be run with up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Japanese Courses or Take A Free Japanese Level Test

Top Tips For…

japanese Songs

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Forever Love- X Japan

Rock and metal fans will be happy to know they have plenty of options when it comes to enhancing their comprehension skills and vocabulary by listening to Japanese songs, such as Forever Love. This song, famous in Japan and covered by numerous artists, is a love ballad that speaks about the undying love of a man for his wife. The chorus is quite repetitive, so even beginners can make the most out of this track and pick up Japanese words and phrases. Keep the lyrics at hand and give karaoke a try for even more fun! Listen to Forever Love here!

japanese Songs

Handyman - Perfume

Handyman, by Perfume, is a catchy Japanese love song that talks about uncertainty and insecurity in a relationship. The poetic persona, then, sings about the need for a handyman who can fix their problems. The track is quite long (it lasts almost 6 minutes!) but the chorus repeats frequently, making it easy to memorise and sing. By listening to this song, you’ll also fix some terms and expressions into your long-term memory, such as nanto kashite (tell me what to do) or nandaka umaku ikanai no wa (I just don’t know how to say this). Listen to Handyman by clicking here!

UR Love - MICHO

Are you an intermediate or advanced student of Japanese and up for a challenge? UR Love by Micho is the song you need. It mixes rap and hip hop, so the pace is fast and the lyrics are complicated, but by singing along to your favourite Japanese song, your tongue and mouth get used to forming sounds in the foreign language, helping you to become fluent and sound more natural in conversation. Furthermore, you’ll not only improve your pronunciation and intonation to sound more natural but also acquire new vocabulary that you might not find in a text book! Click here to listen to this hit!

japanese Apps

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Lext Talk

Interacting with others in Japanese is crucial to develop your writing and speaking skills. If you find it hard to find Japanese speakers in your area, you can always use apps like Lext Talk. Just create a profile, select your target language and get started! One of the best features of this app is its interactive map, which you can browse to look for new friends in a specific area or region. This makes it easier for you to find partners who speak a certain dialect (for example, you can connect with people living in the Kiki region, who speak the Kansai variety).

japanese Apps

Yomiwa

Yomiwa is a Japanese dictionary and translator very useful for learners and travellers. In addition to translating from Japanese kanji to English, it is also possible to do so to German and French. You can even take a picture of the kanji word or sentence you want to translate and the app will do it for you! It can read horizontal and vertical text and, little by little, the app is being updated with hiragana, katakana and romaji words and capabilities. Plus, the app includes grammar and vocabulary exercises for beginner students, so you can start acquiring knowledge of the alphabet, pronouns, subject-verb agreement and more.

Kana Quiz

Kana Quiz is a nice option for students who love learning languages through games. Select a word in romaji and then pair it up with its kana counterpart or vice-versa. While the game is simple, it’s very effective at helping learners to remember the different Japanese writing systems. Additionally, you can create your own flashcards using images from their database on one side and a recording of you pronouncing the word on the reverse. This way, you’ll have a visual reminder of the term and you’ll also remember how to pronounce it!

Testimonials

From our clients all over the world

"Eri has been excellent at assessing my level, as well as developing activities that challenge me to take my Japanese to the next level!"
Kelsey Berg

Japanese course in Online.

"I am really enjoying the course, Fumiko is a great teacher."
Peter Alston

Japanese course in Newcastle.

"I am happy with my decision to take a Japanese course."
Kaspars Cibulskis

Japanese course in Online.

"I very much enjoyed my lessons with my teacher. he was terrific. She catered to my language needs and always made the material easy to understand and gave the conversation topics we practiced a practical use.he was ..."
Victoria Wasserbauer

Japanese course in Online.

"The lessons are going really well. Ayuna is very good and I’m surprised how much of my Japanese is coming back to me after so many years."
Catherine Lonergan

Japanese course in Leeds.

Client case studies

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Alex Wade Japanese in Oxford
I wanted someone that I could be friends with as I learned the language in my own time, at my own pace. Listen & Learn seemed to offer that kind of person, and I found out very quickly that the tutor provided to me, Chika-san, is exactly who I was looking for

Our Clients Include

From our clients all over the world

C3 Professional Services Ltd
Language learned: Arabic in Derby.

Nationwide Building Society
Language learned: Italian in Bournemouth.

Working Abroad Magazine
Language learned: Spanish in Reading.