LEARN JAPANESE
Learn Japanese
From greetings to everyday Japanese and level-based courses.
Japanese Salon
Practice Japanese with our volunteers in small groups. Beginners are very welcome — you can start with hiragana.
| When | Every Thursday and Saturday 10:00–11:30 |
|---|---|
| Where | Fukuroi International Exchange Center (1-1-15 Araya, next to the post office) |
| Fee | ¥500 a year |
| Trial | Your first visit is free |
| First time | Calling us first (0538-43-8070) makes things easier |
Japanese courses (N2 / N3 / N4–N5 classes)
Level-based courses for people whose first language is not Japanese, taught by nationally certified Japanese teachers. Anyone can join.
| Class | Day & time | Lessons | Monthly fee (member / non-member) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N2 class | Sat 13:00–14:30 | 4 a month | ¥4,000 / ¥5,600 | 10 |
| N3 class | Sat 13:00–14:30 | 4 a month | ¥4,000 / ¥5,600 | 10 |
| N4/N5 class | Sat 13:00–14:30 | 4 a month | ¥4,000 / ¥5,600 | 10 |
*There is no free trial for these courses. You can join at any time.
What you can learn
Greetings & introductions
From “nice to meet you” to talking with neighbors.
Shopping & money
Counting money and talking in shops.
Hospital & body
Body parts and explaining how you feel.
School letters
Reading letters from your child’s school.
Japanese for work
Useful words and polite expressions at work.
Japanese culture
Try calligraphy and other traditions.
Study on your own (free websites)
Tsunagaru Hirogaru Nihongo de no Kurashi
Ministry of Education (MEXT) · video lessons, multilingual
NHK WORLD-JAPAN Learn Japanese
NHK · free lessons
Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
Test dates and applications
Japanese classes in western Shizuoka (list)
SIR · find a class near you (PDF, Japanese)
Japanese classes in Fukuroi (city list)
4 classes in the city — multilingual leaflet (PDF)
NEWS WEB EASY (NHK)
News in easy Japanese
OUR CLASSES
Our classes (2026)
Learn languages and Japanese culture with others. You can join at any time.
Except for the Japanese courses, you can try one class for free.
Language salons (free for members)
| Class | Day & time | Sessions | Teacher | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portuguese Salon | Every Wed 10:00–11:30 | 4 a month | Volunteer (from Brazil) | Members (free) |
| Korean Salon | Mon 13:30–15:00 | 2 a month | Volunteer (from Korea) | Members (free) |
| Spanish Salon | Fri 17:30–19:00 | 2 a month | Volunteer | Members (free) |
Culture & language classes (paid)
| Class | Day & time | Sessions | Fee (member / non-member) | For · capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary English (A) | Mon 16:45–17:45 | 3 a month | ¥3,900 / ¥5,100 | Elementary students · 10 |
| Elementary English (B) | Mon 17:55–18:55 | 3 a month | ¥3,900 / ¥5,100 | Elementary students · 10 |
| Let’s Talk English | Tue 10:00–11:30 | 4 a month | ¥4,800 / ¥6,400 | Age 15+ · 10 |
| Ikebana (flower arrangement) | Tue or Wed 10:30–11:30 | 1–2 a month | ¥2,000 | Age 15+ · 10 |
*Classes for ages 15 and over can also be joined during long school holidays.
EVENTS
Upcoming events
Home Visit for International Students (5th)
Would you like to meet international students who love Japan? Students spend a day with a Japanese family.
Applications closedHome Visit (Sun, 8 Nov) — applications are now closed
Thank you for applying / Volunteer staff are welcome at any time
CULTURE
Cultural experiences
Seasonal events to enjoy Japanese culture together.
Tanabata in yukata
Wear a yukata and make Tanabata decorations.
Hina doll festival visit
Visit a hall full of hina dolls together.
Lily garden visit
Enjoy seasonal flowers on an outing.
Speech contest
Share your thoughts and experiences in Japanese.
Zen meditation
Experience Japanese culture at a temple.
Calligraphy
Write your favorite character with a brush.
Contact & access
Feel free to ask us anything. English and easy Japanese are welcome.
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri 9:00–16:00 / Sat 9:00–12:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | Sundays and public holidays |
| Parking | Available |
| Address | 1-1-15 Araya, Fukuroi, Shizuoka 437-0013 Fukuroi International Exchange Center (next to Fukuroi Post Office) |
| Access | 15-min walk from JR Fukuroi Station, North Exit (北口) Every day: Akiha Bus to “Chuocho Shiyakusho Iriguchi (中央町・市役所入口)”, 7-min walk Weekdays only: bus to “Fukuroi Shiyakusho (袋井市役所)”, 3-min walk |
| Fax | 0538-43-8068 |
| fifa25-a@office.tnc.ne.jp |