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Introduction to the writing system. You will get to know the Katakana syllabary and learn to read and write loanwords and foreign names.

Study the main syllabary of the Japanese language. You will master the foundation necessary for reading native Japanese words, particles, and verb endings.

A deep dive into phonetics. You will develop correct pronunciation and understand the specifics of Japanese pitch accent and intonation.

Fundamentals of syntax. Learn to build your first meaningful sentences (“I am a student”) and ask simple closed-ended questions.

Expand your grammatical arsenal (learn how to say “too”, “also”), discover how to form plurals, and master speech etiquette.

Understand the logic of Japanese characters (On and Kun readings) and learn to express possession using the particle の (“my book”).

The first practical lesson. You will be able to fully introduce yourself, talk about your age and profession, and comprehend similar information by ear.

Learn to point at objects (“What is this?”), clarify the ownership of things (“Whose umbrella is this?”), and examine the difference between the particles は and が.

A powerful survival skill: learn to ask for directions (“Where is the station?”), name large numbers, and make purchases by asking for the price.

Introduction to the verb system. Learn to talk about your daily routine, business hours (from... to...), and make appointments.

Master the calendar. Learn to plan trips and talk about your movements: where, with whom, and by what means of transport you are going.

Talk about everyday actions (“reading a book”, “drinking juice”) and learn how to actively invite someone somewhere (“Let’s take a rest”).

Learn to talk about exchanging gifts (“received a watch from dad”), using objects as tools, and reporting the completion of actions.

Significantly enrich your speech: learn to describe people, places, and objects, express impressions, and conjugate adjectives correctly.

Move on to explaining motives. You will be able to talk about your hobbies, skill levels, and logically justify your actions (“because...”).

An important spatial orientation skill. Describe the interior of a room, give directions, and talk about the items or animals you have.