JPN 1 - Elementary Japanese - Level I

    Recent Professors
    Joshua Nettles, Maryam Atashi Golestan, Makiko Mochizuki
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.3Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUIGETC Area 6A · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    Introduction to Japanese language; reading, writing, with emphasis on speaking. Pronunciation, sound system, intonation, basic vocabulary and grammar of spoken Japanese. Grammar emphasis is word order, postpositions, and some conjugation in simple sentences. Introduction to geography, customs and culture of Japan. Students required to learn Hiragana script and Kanji characters. Corresponds to two years of high school study. (CSU, UC)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:35am–11:40am, Mon Wed 2:00pm–4:05pm, Mon Wed 4:15pm–6:20pm