On-site
Autumn 2026

Japanese 1 (A1.1)

This course is an opportunity for you to take your first, confident steps in learning Japanese.

You will get a good grounding in the subject and practise your understanding, pronunciation and speaking.  as well as building the confidence to grow and flourish in the language.

Autumn 2026
Höfðabakki 9
12 hours.
Price49,000 kr.

What is it like to study at Mími?

  • A friendly, relaxed and encouraging learning environment
  • Professional and experienced teachers
  • Effective and lively teaching methods
  • A diverse range of courses to suit everyone

The course is intended for beginners in Japanese and places an emphasis on concise teaching.

The aim is to build a basic vocabulary and to practise pronunciation and communication skills.

Getting to know the Japanese syllabaries „Hiragana“ and „Katakana“

Learn to express yourself simply

Build a basic vocabulary that supports further learning.

Discover the culture and way of life of the Japanese, opening up new avenues in communication.

Learn fundamental principles of grammar that are clearly interwoven with the course material.

By the end of the course, you should be able to read and write the basics of the Japanese alphabet, know common greetings and Japanese etiquette in communication, and also be able to have simple conversations in Japanese.

The teacher uses English for explanation in the lesson.

The textbook Genki I (chapters 1-2) is used.

It is Eighteen years old Age limit for courses at Mími.

It is necessary to catch 75% attendance on the course to receive a certificate. This also ensures that you get the most out of the course.

Please note that minimum participation is a prerequisite for the course to be held.

Do you need help?

Unsure which course is best for you? Need to assess your experience and skills? At Mími, we offer personal guidance and help you find the right path in your studies or career.

Email address [email protected]

Telephone 580 1800

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