Q & A of KCP Teachers (Part 2)
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Here’s part 2 of our question and answer posts about KCP teachers as they share their thoughts and experiences about the students, the program, and…
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Do I need to know some Japanese before I study at KCP?
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Although there is no rigid Japanese language requirement, we strongly recommend at least one semester of Japanese, or sound knowledge of hiragana and katakana, before…
See AnswerHow can I best prepare for this program?
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Generally, it’s best to have a semester or two of college-level Japanese language learning under your belt. On your own, the most effective thing you…
See AnswerLearn Japanese Online
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Whether you are still preparing yourself for the KCP Japanese language immersion program or are already in Tokyo for a term, it’s never too late to…
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One of the first challenges you’ll face in learning the Japanese language is mastering its writing system. Japanese uses three scripts: Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. Romaji (the Roman…
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You will succeed much better in this rigorous program (even at the lower levels) if you have one year of university Japanese under your belt.…
See AnswerInteresting Facts about Japan
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Japan, an island nation in East Asia, is often called “Land of the Rising Sun.” Japan has a very interesting history and a rich culture. Here are…
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The Japanese language is known as Nihongo (日本語). Chinese documents record the existence of some Japanese words as early as the 3rd century, and texts clearly appear during…
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