This is an online (Zoom) class for those studying Japanese for the first time. Would you like to take a general course to study general Japanese communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) that will be needed for daily life? This course uses materials from the Irodori Japanese Online Course.
※Learners will need to actively self-study to improve such as by previewing and reviewing course materials.
Instruction Method
Online (Zoom)
Date and Time
Starter Class (20 lessons): April 22, 2026 ~ July 3, 2026 (excluding April 29 and May 6)
Elementary Class (20 lessons): July 10, 2026 ~ September 25, 2026 (excluding August 12, August 14, and September 23)
Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Course Details
The General Course covers the content below from IRODORI Japanese Online Course
Starter Class: IRODORI – Starter (A1) Lessons 1 – 14
Elementary Class: IRODORI – Starter (A1) Lessons 15 – 18, Elementary (A2) Lessons 1 – 10
Class Length
90 minutes every Zoom class
Requirements for Participation (must meet ALL requirements)
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- Someone learning Japanese for the first time or Someone Osaka International House has recommended to take the Starter Class based on the result of the Level Check Form.
- Must live or work in Osaka City and also be able to attend in-person classes on Wed. April 22, Fri. May 22, Fri. July 3, Fri. August 21, and Fri. September 25 held at Osaka International House.
- Must be able to attend all 40 lessons (20 lessons x 2 class levels)
- Must be able to join online Zoom lessons at home or a private space from a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
- Must be able preview and review lesson materials at home.
Number of Participants
15 participants per class
Course Fees
5000 yen for each Class (20 lessons included)
※The course fees will be collected in cash at the first orientation on Wed. April 22. There are no refunds in the event of absences or withdrawal from the course.
How to Sign Up
Please complete both forms ① (Course Application Form) and ② (Level Check Form) below.
The participants will not be selected on first come, first serve basis, but selected considering level check results and other conditions.
Applicants will be notified of their eligibility to enroll in the class after Mon. April 20.
Applications are open from Tue. April 7 – Thu. April 16.
①Online Japanese Language Course – General Course Application Form
②Level Check Form
Inquiries
Information Center, Osaka International House Foundation
8-2-6 Uehommachi, Tennoji-ku Osaka, 543-0001
Business Hours
・Monday to Friday：9:00～19:00
・Saturday, Sunday and Holidays：9:00～17:30
※Closed during the New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3)
TEL 06-6773-8989 FAX 06-6773-8421
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Inquiries
Information Center, Osaka International House Foundation
8-2-6 Uehommachi, Tennoji-ku Osaka, 543-0001Inquiries :
・Monday to Friday：9:00～19:00
・Saturday, Sunday and Holidays：9:00～17:30
※Closed during the New Year holidays（December 29 to January 3）
TEL 06-6773-8989 FAX 06-6773-8421
Online Inquiry Form
