Быстрый старт
курс японского языка для начинающих
"Путь в тысячу ри начинается с первого шага"
Быстрый старт
Экспресс-курс по японскому языку для начинающих
"Путь в тысячу ри начинается с первого шага"
December 17
THE ART OF
SPEAKING JAPANESE
One-Month Comprehensive Practical Course
🏆 How to sound like a native Japanese speaker
🏆 How to express emotions in Japanese
The course is suitable for everyone: beginners, intermediate, and advanced students, as well as Japanese language teachers.
You will study the unique tonal system of the Japanese language.
Every single Japanese word is pronounced with one of four tones: Heiban, Atamadaka, Nakadaka, or Odaka (this system is also known as "pitch accent"). Mixing up the tone of a word is roughly equivalent to misplacing the stress in an English word.
In the course, you will thoroughly explore how the Japanese tonal system works and practice it extensively. You will also learn which dictionaries to use to find word pronunciations.
You will practice the correct rhythm of the Japanese language.
The melody of the Japanese language is fundamentally different. We, as Japanese speakers, hear and pronounce words differently from speakers of Western languages.
In the course, you will practice special exercises to master the melody of the Japanese language. This will help you speak with a natural Japanese rhythm and better understand spoken Japanese.
A Japanese sentence has a distinctive intonation
The intonation of a Japanese sentence is different from English. Without the correct flow of intonation, your speech will sound robotic and unfamiliar to the Japanese ear.
In this course, you will master the intonational structure of Japanese sentences and refine your skills through thorough practice.
More Details About the Tones (pitch-accent)
There is a common belief that the Japanese language, unlike Chinese, does not have tones, but that is not true. Tones are actively used in Japanese as well, but they serve a different purpose, closer to stress in English: highlighting words in a sentence (this system is also called "pitch accent"). Incorrect use of tones sounds much like incorrect stress placement in English.
In total, there are four tones in the Japanese language: Heiban, Atamadaka, Nakadaka, and Odaka. Let's explore two of them:
Atamadaka
The word starts with a high tone and then drops down toward the end.
Nakadaka
The word starts with a low tone, then rises and falls again.
The earlier you start working on your pronunciation, the better!
Learning to speak correctly from the start is much easier than trying to relearn later.
The course is suitable for both advanced learners and complete beginners in Japanese.
Pronunciation Test
Below are audio recordings of sentences in Japanese. Each sentence is pronounced twice: once correctly and once incorrectly or in a way that sounds odd, potentially confusing your conversation partner.
If you can’t yet tell which version is correct, this course will definitely be useful for you!
私は日本が好きです。
I like Japan.
東京に行きたいです。
I want to go to Tokyo.
喉が渇いたので、お水を一杯ください。
I'm thirsty, please give me a glass of water.
いつか会いましょう。
Let's meet up sometime.
What сorrect pronunciation will give you
Communication with Japanese People
Without correct pronunciation, normal communication with Japanese people won’t be possible. Achieving full-fledged communication is only possible with proper pronunciation.
Motivation
If you’ve started learning Japanese but feel "stuck" or have lost motivation, working on your pronunciation can be the perfect "fuel" to keep you going.
Self-Confidence
When you’re confident that you’re speaking correctly and beautifully, you’ll want to speak Japanese as much as possible. And the more speaking practice you get, the better your results will be.
Connection to Grammar
Understanding pronunciation will give you a better grasp of grammar, as they are closely interconnected.
Lessons and exercises in the course
Theoretical Lessons
Detailed explanations of all aspects of pronunciation are provided in pre-recorded lessons. You can watch them at any convenient time, and you’ll have lifetime access to the content.
Video Materials
Detailed breakdown of all Japanese sounds with lip movements. This is crucial for achieving proper pronunciation.
During the course, you will practice the pronunciation of all Japanese sounds.
Audio Materials
Numerous audio materials featuring the pronunciation of Japanese sounds and words, designed to help you refine your pronunciation in detail.
How the learning process works
Lessons
You watch a lesson on the platform with theoretical explanations and practical materials.
Chat Communication
You complete assignments and send them to the course chat for my review. In the chat, you can also ask any questions about the lesson materials or pronunciation in general.
Feedback
You receive a detailed analysis of your pronunciation along with personalized recommendations on what you need to focus on.
STUDY ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
All learning takes place entirely within the convenient app (iPhone or Android):
✔ lessons
✔ assignments
✔ online meetings
✔ a chat for communicating with me and the group
A desktop version is also available.
Guaranteed results
If you fall behind during the course for any reason, we will transfer you to the next course round at no extra cost. You will definitely complete the course and achieve the results you're aiming for.
Lifetime Access
You will have permanent access to the course lessons and materials. You can return and review the course content anytime.
Money-Back Guarantee
If the course doesn’t suit you for any reason, you can easily get your money back with no questions asked.
Feedback from my students
Author and teacher of the course:
辻綾 Tsuji Aya
Teaching for me is an opportunity to show you Japan as I know and love it. Each lesson is not just about new words and rules, but also a chance to connect with Japanese culture and discover it.
Together, we will explore not only grammar and pronunciation, but also the cultural nuances behind every word. I love seeing how students rediscover Japan through films, music, art, and of course, traditions. When my students begin to understand how Japanese people think, how they express their thoughts and emotions, it brings me immense satisfaction.
Each step on this journey brings you closer to Japan, and I am happy to accompany you on this wonderful adventure.