Learn practical Japanese essentials for your next trip with our Japanese language short course in Sydney!
This short, travel-focused course is designed to help you communicate simply and confidently in everyday situations while travelling in Japan. You’ll learn essential, real-world Japanese for getting around, ordering food, shopping, and interacting politely with locals — without getting bogged down in complex grammar.
With a strong focus on simple speaking and listening skills, classes are interactive and supportive, helping you feel more comfortable using Japanese in common travel scenarios and enjoy a smoother, more connected travel experience.
This course is ideal for travellers seeking a friendly, introductory overview of basic Japanese, and can also act as a stepping stone into our regular Japanese language courses.
Course Outline
- Greetings and basics: Introduce yourself, make connections, and use essential expressions.
- Navigation and transport: Use public transport, ask for directions, and understand signage.
- Food and dining: Order food, understand menus, and express dietary needs politely.
- Shopping and transactions: Ask prices, confirm purchases, and navigate shops.
- Cultural etiquette and emergencies: Learn social norms and seek help in emergencies.
Details
You will learn
- Use basic Japanese greetings and introductions
- Order food and communicate dietary needs politely
- Understand directions, transportation, and prices
You will get
- Interactive online Japanese language lessons
- Friendly and supportive virtual environment
- Introduction to key Japanese travel scenarios
Appropriate for
Beginners or near-beginners with little or no prior knowledge of Japanese, and travellers seeking a short, practical refresher.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook and pen
- A willingness to engage and learn
- Device with stable internet connection
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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