learning japanese

[dimitri_can]

just signed up for the Advanced course in Bunka starting in May under Mizusaki-sensei. has anyone been in that class/is anyone in that class? she seems quite scary...may not have the courage to open my mouth for the first 2 weeks at least!

try to speak more. she will skip you if you don't speak up. =)
がんばってください！

 

[sweet_vanilla]

Anyone interested in learning how to memorize Keigo?
I am offering 3 free sessions to help you understand it. Pm me if you are interested. Should be on Sun morning or Sat evening...

Minimum level required: N4

Session 1:
-Keigo: The real 5 different types (teachers in schools only teach 3 types)
-Differentiating between the different types and knowing how to use them
-How to memorize Keigo easily and effectively using 幻想水滸伝 movies

Session 2:
-Tele-conversation skills

Session 3:
-Writing business emails and Japanese resumes.

I'm interested! Count me in!!

 

[dimitri_can]

I'm interested! Count me in!!

5 have signed up. 3 more slots available.

 

[angelaoyp]

I have been studying Japanese Language for about three years, but just joined Can sensei's conversation class this year. I enjoy going for lesson every week as sensei's class is never boring.

Besides learning from notes, we get to learn through dramas, songs and games in class. Through sensei I get to know/ understand alot of things that I think I will never get to learn in Japanese school.

As class size is small, sensei is able to focus on each and every student, and will personally guide the weaker student to ensure that they are not leave behind. Not only that, sensei is very patient with student and is always there to help students to correct their mistakes made even after lesson. He will also give advices / suggestions on ways to improve the student's Japanese. Learning under Can sensei is not as stressful as learning in Japanese School and I feel that I am able to absorb more and better.

Before making my mind to join sensei's class, I actually did hesitated and doubted his ability in teaching Japanese as sensei is a Singaporean afterall. When I attended his first lesson, I am shocked and impressed by his fluent Japanese and the knowledge he have related to Japan. I feel that it is hard for a foreigner to teach Japanese (as language is not by memorizing standard answers), but I am convinced that Can sensei is able to teach well as he never fail to answer all my questions asked during lesson. He is also a humble teacher as he will ask the student to review the lesson and will try his best to improve the lesson and make every lesson interesting.

 

[zazawa]

hmm, hougang japanese school is like pushing the date of the class to later date... originally the date on website is 2nd may, then when i went to sign up, they said the class would start on 7 may, so i thought it was ok... today they called me and say that the date might be pushed backed to 27 may....
sian...

 

[dimitri_can]

Sometimes not enough students to start the class. It's ok.
If you have the time, suggest you start learning Hiragana first.

(^_^)

????? - Nihongoresources.com

 

[zazawa]

Sometimes not enough students to start the class. It's ok.
If you have the time, suggest you start learning Hiragana first.

(^_^)

????? - Nihongoresources.com

thank you!!!

 

[sweet_vanilla]

5 have signed up. 3 more slots available.

i have another 2 friends who are interested. can they join too?

 

[chemcutie]

Anyone did the Silac programme at Yamasa institute in aichi before...

Am considering studying n holidaying there for a 11 wks period since no visa required...

 

[chemcutie]

Im thinking about the same thing too! Sapporo 's JLI?

I thinking of gg too...but I prefer kansai region... Hopefully if alls gg I will go for autumn period... late Oct to jan...

 

[Ah_keong]

Hi every1!!

You may be interested to attend this seminar to learn more about studying in Japan

Japan Educational Seminar (Singapore) will be held by leading universities
under the "Global 30" Project aimed at excellent high school students. Dates
and venue are set as follows:

Friday, May 18th, 17:00-20:00
(Venue)　The Japanese Association, Singapore（3F Auditorium）
(Address) 120 Adam Road, Singapore 289899
http://www.jas.org.sg/contact/jasgui2.jpg
Please refer to our website for further information.
Study in Japan(Japanese university) | Global30

 

[Ah_keong]

Hi every1!!

I am glad to inform you that the MEXT ASCOJA Research Student (Post-Grad) scholarship for 2013 is now open for application.

You can find more information at our website: MEXT (ASCOJA) Scholarship 2013 Open For Application - JUGAS.org.sg Website

Please note that application closes on 22th June 2012 (Friday), 2 weeks before the official MEXT closing date, because JUGAS needs to do pre-selection.

MORE INFORMATION:

The Japanese Government (MEXT) Research Student Scholarship is offered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) to foreign students who wish to study at Japanese universities as research students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program.
Member chapters of ASCOJA (ASEAN Council of Japan Alumni) have been invited by the Japanese Government to recommend one candidate each from their home countries for this scholarship. As a member chapter of ASCOJA, JUGAS (Japanese University Graduates Association of Singapore) is pleased to invite eligible Singaporeans to apply for the 2013 intake.

As this scholarship is fully administered by MEXT, applicants must fulfil all eligibility criteria and undergo the selection process as stipulated by MEXT. Please refer to the official website Embassy of Japan in Singapore for the Qualifications, Application Forms, Terms & Conditions and other Details of this Application. Applicants who have already applied directly to the local Japanese Embassy may still apply to be a JUGAS-recommended candidate.

Additional Requirements Specific to JUGAS Recommended Candidacy

Applicants must be a Singapore Citizen.
Due to the additional pre-selection process by JUGAS, application for JUGAS recommended candidates shall close earlier at:
Closing Date: 22th June 2012 (Friday)
Successful candidates should be someone who is passionate about enhancing the mutual understanding and promoting cross-cultural exchanges between Japan and their home country. Therefore, In addition to the documents stipulated by MEXT at the abovementioned website, applicants are also required to complete and submit essays for the themes stated in the attached “MEXT Scholarship Essay Form - JUGAS”.
JUGAS will recommend 1 candidate to the Embassy of Japan. These candidates will go through an examination and interview at the Embassy. If the results of the examination are above the acceptable level, they will receive priority in securing the scholarship.

Application must reach JUGAS, either by hand or by post before closing date.

Documents Required:

All documents and forms required by MEXT as stated on the website Embassy of Japan in Singapore. Please click on the link “IMPORTANT Information about this Scholarship” and refer to Section 7 APPLICATION PROCEDURE.
Duly completed essays in the attached “MEXT Scholarship Essay Form – JUGAS” :
MEXT Scholarship Essay Form
Contacts:

JUGAS Secretariat
Blk 531A Upper Cross Street
#04-108 Hong Lim Complex
Singapore 051531
Tel: 6534-0854
FAX: 6532-3426
Email: secretariat@jugas.org.sg
Attn: Ms. Doris Tan
Please feel free to forward this message on through your personal network. Your support is greatly appreciated.

The Japanese Government (MEXT) Research Student Scholarship is offered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) to foreign students who wish to study at Japanese universities as research students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program.

Member chapters of ASCOJA (ASEAN Council of Japan Alumni) have been invited by the Japanese Government to recommend one candidate each from their home countries for this scholarship. As a member chapter of ASCOJA, JUGAS (Japanese University Graduates Association of Singapore) is pleased to invite eligible Singaporeans to apply for the 2013 intake.

As this scholarship is fully administered by MEXT, applicants must fulfil all eligibility criteria and undergo the selection process as stipulated by MEXT. Please refer to the official website Embassy of Japan in Singapore for the Qualifications, Application Forms, Terms & Conditions and other Details of this Application. Applicants who have already applied directly to the local Japanese Embassy may still apply to be a JUGAS-recommended candidate.

Additional Requirements Specific to JUGAS Recommended Candidacy

Applicants must be a Singapore Citizen.
Due to the additional pre-selection process by JUGAS, application for JUGAS recommended candidates shall close earlier at:
Closing Date: 22th June 2012 (Friday)
Successful candidates should be someone who is passionate about enhancing the mutual understanding and promoting cross-cultural exchanges between Japan and their home country. Therefore, In addition to the documents stipulated by MEXT at the abovementioned website, applicants are also required to complete and submit essays for the themes stated in the attached “MEXT Scholarship Essay Form - JUGAS”.
JUGAS will recommend 1 candidate to the Embassy of Japan. These candidates will go through an examination and interview at the Embassy. If the results of the examination are above the acceptable level, they will receive priority in securing the scholarship.

Application must reach JUGAS, either by hand or by post before closing date.

Documents Required:

All documents and forms required by MEXT as stated on the website Embassy of Japan in Singapore. Please click on the link “IMPORTANT Information about this Scholarship” and refer to Section 7 APPLICATION PROCEDURE.
Duly completed essays in the attached “MEXT Scholarship Essay Form – JUGAS” :
MEXT Scholarship Essay Form
Contacts:

JUGAS Secretariat
Blk 531A Upper Cross Street
#04-108 Hong Lim Complex
Singapore 051531
Tel: 6534-0854
FAX: 6532-3426
Email: secretariat@jugas.org.sg
Attn: Ms. Doris Tan

 

[dimitri_can]

皆さん、

こんばんは。今日、皆さんが使っている挨拶「おはようございます」について話したいと思います。

皆さんは知っていると思いますが、「おはようございます」の英訳は “Good morning”です。けど、皆さんは「おはようございます」が朝９時５９分まで使えるかご存知ですか。

このリンクをみたら、この質問はよく問われると見られます。。

ＮＨＫ放送文化研究所は、テレビで出演者があいさつする場合に「おはようございます」は何時まで言ってもかまわないか、ということについて、世論調査形式で尋ねてみました。（源）

実は、１０時から「こんにちは」を言われたそうです。日の出から太陽が南中する直前までが「おはようございます」を言います。また、１７時以降、「こんばんは」を言います。「おはようございます」は「早い」の丁寧語ですよ。

今度、１０時になったら、「おはようございます」を言わないで、「こんにちは」を使ってください。

それでは、よい一週を～! (^_^)
=============================================
Good evening everyone,

Today, i would like to talk about “Ohayou gozaimasu”, a greeting that everyone of you use.

As you all know, The English translation of “Ohayou gozaimasu” is good morning. But do you all know that you can only use it up to 9.59am?
If you look at this link, you would see that this question is often asked.

NHK Broadcast Culture Research Centre did a public poll asking the performers that appeared on TV if they mind what time “Ohayou gozaimasu” is used.
You can see the result from here

Actually, it’s said that from 10am, “Konnichiwa” is said. From the sunrise, just before the sun crosses the meridian, you would say “Ohayou gozaimasu”. After 5pm (1700hrs), you will say “Konbanwa”. “Ohayou gozaimasu” is the polite style of “hayai (fast)”!

The next time, when it’s 10am, don’t use “Ohayou gozaimasu”, use “Konnichiwa”

I am done for now, have a good week ahead! (^_^)

 

[feargear]

There is a Japanese learning centre in orchard that is headed by a Japanese. The fees are rather exorbitant tho. I will have to check with my friend the exact details before I post again..

 

[mirukuboi]

Have been learning for half a year but I find myself still stumbling when forming basic sentences. How to improve speaking fast?

 

[dimitri_can]

Watch more dramas, animes and try to mimic what they say, listen to more songs.

Most importantly, u need the courage to speak up. Don't be afraid to make mistakes.

 

[kakukan]

Have been learning for half a year but I find myself still stumbling when forming basic sentences. How to improve speaking fast?

Watch more dramas, animes and try to mimic what they say, listen to more songs.

Most importantly, u need the courage to speak up. Don't be afraid to make mistakes.

Having lurked in this forum for a very long time, I surface occasionally to state my view on some issues. Btw, dimitri_can and I go back to 2006 when I first met him at a Japanese Meetup event where he has started studying Japanese.

I think we should define what kind of speaking mirukuboi wants to improve. From his post, I think he may need to work on his foundation. Thus, I would like to suggest that he take a look at "You can damage your English by writing and speaking" (yyy.antimoon.com/how/mistakes-damage.htm - note: my post count is low so I can't post URLs, so please substitute www for yyy). Although it talks about English, it is applicable to any foreign language.

The website is created by 2 Polish guys who in their own words "We are two guys who learned to speak English impressively well (better than most people with English degrees and almost as well as native speakers) in less than 3 years."

Just my 2 cents

 

[Janetsk]

Has anyone been taught by Bessho sensei, Takahashi sensei or Onishi sensei at Ikoma? Who will you recommend for a beginner like me?

 

[mirukuboi]

Having lurked in this forum for a very long time, I surface occasionally to state my view on some issues. Btw, dimitri_can and I go back to 2006 when I first met him at a Japanese Meetup event where he has started studying Japanese.

I think we should define what kind of speaking mirukuboi wants to improve. From his post, I think he may need to work on his foundation. Thus, I would like to suggest that he take a look at "You can damage your English by writing and speaking" (yyy.antimoon.com/how/mistakes-damage.htm - note: my post count is low so I can't post URLs, so please substitute www for yyy). Although it talks about English, it is applicable to any foreign language.

The website is created by 2 Polish guys who in their own words "We are two guys who learned to speak English impressively well (better than most people with English degrees and almost as well as native speakers) in less than 3 years."

Just my 2 cents

Oh thank you very much! That's a very useful article and it certainly is very true!

 

[mirukuboi]

Has anyone been taught by Bessho sensei, Takahashi sensei or Onishi sensei at Ikoma? Who will you recommend for a beginner like me?

I was under bessho sensei for a term. Then switched class to another sensei. I don't know about the other two. I'm not sure how important a sensei is to a beginner, but I didn't feel any difference between my two senseis because the syllabus is fixed and their teaching methods are same. Some friends at ikoma who are doing higher levels say that many of the beginner series senseis are new. (Meaning to say doesn't really matter who). In fact my current sensei is just here teaching for a short period before she heads back to Japan.

Having said that, I enjoyed my classes very much. Although I wished ikoma teaches the casual form alongside the polite form like that of bunka. And not until the end of 4 terms.