Description
This course is geared toward people who plan (or would like) to visit Japan in the near future, but have little to no experience with the language and culture. Each week, we will discuss one topic (greetings, dining, transportation, lodging, sightseeing, shopping, and illness/ emergencies), focusing on the most essential words and phrases to help foster smooth communication and positive interactions with Japanese speakers. Other course topics include practical travel tips (purchasing a Japan Rail pass, getting around with luggage, lodging options, helpful apps, seasonal events, etc.), useful resources for continued Japanese language study, important Japanese etiquette, and the phonetic writing systems, hiragana and katakana.
