About
Japanese Language Programs offers Japanese Group Classes, Private Tutoring, Language Workshops, and Corporate Classes. Japanese Group Classes are 12-week sessions of 2-hour classes, held once per week in three terms each year: Spring (January-April), Summer (May-July), and Fall (September-December). Language Workshops cover topics such as vocabulary prep for JLPT, travel lingo, business Japanese, casual everyday conversations, anime, and more.
Programs
- Japanese Group Classes — Students must be at least 18 years old. · Three terms per year: Spring (January-April), Summer (May-July), and Fall (September-December); 12-week sessions of 2-hour classes, once per week · $375–$400 per session
- Private Tutoring — Private tutoring tailored to specific language needs.
- Language Workshops — Workshops on themes such as vocabulary prep for JLPT, travel lingo, business Japanese, casual everyday conversations, anime, and more.
- Corporate Classes — Private Japanese language instruction tailored to help organizations meet their goals.
At a glance
- Ages: 18 years old
- Price range: $375–$400 per session
- General schedule: Courses are conducted in Pacific Time. Group classes are offered in three terms per year: Spring (January-April), Summer (May-July), and Fall (September-December). Group classes are 12-week sessions, once per week.
About the provider
Japanese Language Programs is part of the Japan Society of Northern California, which offers language, cultural, and business programming and opportunities for fellowship for people and organizations in the Bay Area with a strong interest in Japan. The program was founded in 1905 to spread knowledge of Japanese language, arts, industry, history, folklore, and customs, and to promote U.S.-Japan cooperation.
Students must be at least 18 years old. Classes of 5-12 students. In-person group classes require first and final classes in person for some sessions. Some classes are full, closed, canceled, or waitlist only.
What families say
“I take part in both virtual group lessons and in person private lessons and find they compliment each other. While it’s fun to have a consistent cohort studying Japanese together, my private lesson provides for personalized learning and a deeper teacher - student relationship. I’ve been very happy with the in person private lessons!” — Steve Hoffmann
“My company is headquartered in Japan, and we work closely with many Japanese expatriates and colleagues. Taking these classes has helped me improve my communication skills and participate more confidently in conversations with Japanese-speaking coworkers. Corporate lessons provided a structured learning environment, regular practice, and opportunities to focus on business-related situations.” — Vivian Xu
Last updated September 4, 2026.
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