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June 2026  Candidate   Standard Module
Mixed Lecture/Discussion Medium intensity

Days and Times

As soon as we obtain enough interest in this class we will be in touch to work out a meeting time that works for the group. Thank you for keeping your June 2026 availability up to date!

This class needs more votes by May 1 to get confirmed.

This module is a standing candidate which means it will be ready to launch as soon as it gets enough interest. Token holders can set aside a Token to reserve their seat for class and help it get confirmed.

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Are you planning to travel to Japan and would like to communicate and get by? This crash course is designed for the traveler who wants to interact with the people who live there.

Learn to order with confidence at restaurants, buy at a konbini , and ask for directions. With guest speaker, Dr. Robert Steed, we will also also explore etiquette and cultural insights. Get ready for a wonderful adventure!

*Note: some familiarity with kana is is recommended when traveling in Japan, but is not required for this module.

Course Outline:
    Week One
    • Session 1: Greeting someone, saying thank you, expressing where you’re from, Kana practice.
    • Session 2: Counting objects, days of the week, months, recognizing Kanji
    Week Two
    • Session 3: Buying things, at the konbini, recognizing Kanji
    • Session 4: Getting around, recognizing Kanji
    Week Three
    • Session 5: Ordering Food
    • Session 6: Arriving at a hotel and discovering the surroundings, recognizing Kanji
    Week Four
    • Session 7: Emergencies and asking for help, recognizing Kanji
    • Session 8: Putting it all together with Dr. Robert Steed

Required Texts

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