JAPAN 1 - Elementary Japanese

    Recent Professors
    Natsuyo Higuchi, Shana J. Brenish, Hiromi Takahashi
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    5
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUIGETC Area 6A · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course introduces students to the Japanese language. Students will study grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture. Students will develop competency at a medium elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course will present everyday situations and topics in the context of Japanese cultural traditions. This course is not recommended for native speakers. This course is comparable to two years of high school Japanese.
    Usually Held
    Thu 4:50pm–7:20pm, Wed 1:50pm–2:20pm, Wed 11:10am–1:40pm, Wed 2:30pm–5:00pm