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• In-person Teens Japanese Class - Spring 2025

  • Start
    6 Apr 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    15 Jun 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    EJCA

  Registration is closed

      

  Date: April 6 to June 15, 2025 (8 Sundays)  No class on Apr 20, May 18 and 25 

  Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

  Location: EJCA Centre,  6750 88 Street, Edmonton
  

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  Early-Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31 to save!  Until March 31 $120  After April 1 $140

  Please note that due to severe weather conditions, classes may be held online at the instructor's discretion.
  

  
  

  1. We offer year-long Japanese language courses using the textbook series Marugoto: Japanese Language and culture 
  2. Payment is accepted only on a Term by Term basis.
  3. There are 3 terms, Fall, Winter and Spring. (e.g. L1-1, L1-2)
  4. Textbooks: "Marugoto A1: Rikai and Marugoto A2-1: Katsudo.
  5. Online Placement test is necessary  for new students(except L1-1). The link can be found here

  Textbooks are not included in the fees and students are expected to buy their own copies.　For the detail of the textbooks, click here

  
  

  All classes will include discussion of Japanese culture, conversation and other topics in addition to using the textbook.

  Note: Teen classes are limited to students in "grades 7 and above" and "grades 12 or below" as of September 1, 2023. 

  If you are not a EJCA member, please apply for a membership at Membership (ejca.org) Once it is approved by EJCA, you can apply to the class. It may take one day for an approval.

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• Tuesday Online Adult Japanese Class - Spring 2025

  • Start
    15 Apr 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • End
    17 Jun 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Registration is closed

       

  Date:  April 15 to June 17, 2025 (10 Tuesdays)

  Time:  7:00 to 9:00 pm.

  Class will be on Zoom 

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  Early-Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31 to save! Until March 31 $165 After April 1 $195

  
  

  Classes to be offered：　　　

  • B1 -3 Introductory level
  • B2 -3 Beginner Intermediate 

  1. We offer year-long Japanese language courses
  2. There are 3 terms, Fall, Winter and Spring. (e.g. B1-1, B1-2, B1-3)
  3. Payment is accepted only on a Term by Term basis
  4. Textbook: Genki I An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, 3rd edition.
  5. Online Placement test is necessary  for new students (except B1-1). The link can be found here
     

  Textbooks are not included in the fees and students are expected to buy their own copies.　For the detail of the textbooks, click here

  All classes will include discussion of Japanese culture, conversation and other topics in addition to using the textbook.

  If you have not applied to 2024 EJCA membership, please apply it one day before the registration to the class. Link: Membership (ejca.org)
  

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• Wednesday Online Adult Japanese Class - Spring 2025

  • Start
    16 Apr 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • End
    18 Jun 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Registration is closed

       

  Date:  April 16 to June 18, 2025 (10 Wednesdays)

  B1-3（6-8pm）　Time:  6:00 to 8:00 pm.

  B1-3（7-9pm）　Time:  7:00 to 9:00 pm.

  Class will be on Zoom 

  Refer to details of courses  details

  Early-Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31 to save! Until March 31 $165 After April 1 $195

  
  

  Classes to be offered：

  • B1 -3 Introductory level　　　　

  1. We offer year-long Japanese language courses
  2. There are 3 terms, Fall, Winter and Spring. (e.g. B1-1, B1-2, B1-3)
  3. Payment is accepted only on a Term by Term basis
  4. Textbook: Genki I An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, 3rd edition.
  5. Online Placement test is necessary  for new students (except B1-1). The link can be found here
     

  Textbooks are not included in the fees and students are expected to buy their own copies.　For the detail of the textbooks, click here

  All classes will include discussion of Japanese culture, conversation and other topics in addition to using the textbook.

  If you have not applied to 2024 EJCA membership, please apply it one day before the registration to the class. Link: Membership (ejca.org)
  

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• Tuesday In-Person Adult Japanese Class - Spring 2025

  • Start
    29 Apr 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    17 Jun 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    EJCA

  Registration is closed

       

  Date:  April 29 to June 17, 2025 (8 Tuesdays)

  Time:  6:30 to 9:00 pm. 

  Location: EJCA Centre,  6750 88 Street, Edmonton
  

  Refer to details of courses  details

  Early-Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31 to save! Until March 31 $165 After April 1 $195

  
  

  Classes to be offered：

  • B1 -3 Introductory level
  • B2-3 Beginner intermediate

  1. We offer year-long Japanese language courses
  2. There are 3 terms, Fall, Winter and Spring. (e.g. B1-1, B1-2, B1-3)
  3. Payment is accepted only on a Term by Term basis
  4. Textbook: Genki I An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, 3rd edition.
  5. Online Placement test is necessary  for new students (except B1-1). The link can be found here
     

  Textbooks are not included in the fees and students are expected to buy their own copies.　For the detail of the textbooks, click here
  

  All classes will include discussion of Japanese culture, conversation and other topics in addition to using the textbook.

  If you have not applied to 2024 EJCA membership, please apply it one day before the registration to the class. Link: Membership (ejca.org)
  

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• 日本語キッズー Spring 2025

  • Start
    30 Apr 2025
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  • End
    18 Jun 2025
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    EJCA Centre

  Registration is closed

  

  日本語キッズとベビーサロン：２０２５年春学期のご案内

  
  

  EJCAでは子ども達と保護者が集まって交流が持てる場を設ける目的で子どものクラスを開設しています。

  
  

  日時：水曜日　 4月30日、5月7日、14日、21日、6月4日、11日、１8日（合 計7回 ）

  
  

  ★日本語キッズ：３〜５才　９時３０分〜１１時（９時３０分〜１０時３０分クラス　１０時３０分〜１１時頃　自由遊び）

  ★ベビーサロン：０〜２才　１０時４５分〜１2時（１０時４５分〜１１時３０分クラス、１１時３０〜１２時頃　自由遊び）

  ★日本語キッズ：３〜５才　１時〜２時３０分（１時〜２時クラス　２時〜２時３０分頃　自由遊び）

  
  

  日本語で季節や行事に合わせた歌を歌ったりクラフトを楽しんだりしています。絵本の読み聞かせ、手遊び、わらべうたあそび、言葉遊びを通じて友だちや身近な人と日本語に親しんで遊べる場になるように計画しています。図書館には沢山絵本がありますので、毎週クラスの後で本を借りて頂くこともできますよ。お天気がいい日はクラスの後、公園で遊んで帰られてもいいですね。約束しなくてもお友だちに会えるプレイデートの日としてお気軽にご参加ください。

  
  

  参加費：１家族45ドル EJCAの会員が参加できます。

  （最小催行人数に達しない場合はキャンセルすることがあります。）

  
  

  登録締め切り：２０２５年4月25日

  
  

  EJCA 文化プログラム
  

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• Wednesday In-Person Adult Japanese Class - Spring 2025

  • Start
    30 Apr 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    18 Jun 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    EJCA

  Registration is closed

       

  Date:  April 30 to June 18, 2025 (8 Wednesdays)

  Time:  6:30 to 9:00 pm. 

  Location: EJCA Centre,  6750 88 Street, Edmonton
  

  Refer to details of courses  details

  Early-Bird Discount! Register and pay by March 31 to save! Until March 31 $165 After April 1 $195

  
  

  Classes to be offered：

  • B1 -3 Introductory level
  • B2-3 Beginner intermediate  (This class is cancelled)

  1. We offer year-long Japanese language courses
  2. There are 3 terms, Fall, Winter and Spring. (e.g. B1-1, B1-2, B1-3)
  3. Payment is accepted only on a Term by Term basis
  4. Textbook: Genki I An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, 3rd edition.
  5. Online Placement test is necessary  for new students (except B1-1). The link can be found here
     

  Textbooks are not included in the fees and students are expected to buy their own copies.　For the detail of the textbooks, click here
  

  All classes will include discussion of Japanese culture, conversation and other topics in addition to using the textbook.

  If you have not applied to 2024 EJCA membership, please apply it one day before the registration to the class. Link: Membership (ejca.org)
  

  Refer to details of courses details

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• Essential Japanese for Your Next Trip

  • Start
    7 Jul 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    11 Jul 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    EJCA

  Register

     

  ✨ Intensive Japanese Class ✨

  ⛩️Essential Japanese for Your Next Trip ✈️
  

  Date:  July 7 to July 11 2025

  Time:  6:30 to 9:00 pm. 

  Location: EJCA Centre,  6750 88 Street, Edmonton

  Fee: $125 (included study materials)

  Are you planning a trip to Japan and want to make the most of your experience?
  

  Join our Intensive Japanese Class, designed specifically for travelers who want to learn essential Japanese before their journey!

  
  This fun and practical course includes 5 sessions, each 2.5 hours long, with no prior Japanese experience required.

  What You’ll Learn:
  Each session focuses on real-life situations you’ll encounter in Japan:
  1.    Basic Greetings & Self-Introduction
  Learn how to say hello, thank you, and introduce yourself politely.
  2.    At the Hotel & Getting Help
  Practice checking in, asking questions, and handling basic problems.
  3.    Ordering Food at Restaurants
  Learn how to read menus, order confidently, and talk about food preferences.
  4.    Getting Around (Trains, Buses, & Directions)
  Master transportation vocabulary and how to ask for and understand directions.
  5.    Shopping, Sightseeing & Cultural Etiquette
  Useful phrases for shopping, taking photos, and understanding Japanese manners.
   You'll also learn how to deal with problems & cultural etiquette to help you feel more confident and connected during your travels.
  

  Whether you're exploring temples, shopping in Tokyo, or enjoying local cuisine, this course will help you travel smarter and more enjoyably!

  If you have not applied to 2025 EJCA membership, please apply it one day before the registration to the class. Link: Membership (ejca.org)

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• Kon-nichiwa Japanese Discovery camp for Juniors 2025

  • Start
    14 Jul 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    18 Jul 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    EJCA

  Register

  
  

  We present a unique summer camp that unveils the captivating world of Japan! A rare chance to immerse yourself in Japanese culture awaits!

  This camp is tailored for 3rd-grade through 6th-grade students with a keen interest in Japanese language and culture.

  All children who are totally unfamiliar with Japanese are welcome!
  

  Indulge in thrilling activities and master Japanese alongside Pokémon!

  Date:  July 14 - 18, 2025

  Time:  1 - 4 pm   

  Location:  EJCA Centre at 6750 88th Street, Edmonton              

  Costs: $150  

  • To attend the camp, EJCA membership required!   Membership (ejca.org)

  
  

  Cancellation Policies: 

  • A full refund will be given if you cancel by midnight June 30 2024 due to personal reasons. No refunds will be given after that date.
  • If the camp is cancelled by EJCA due to insufficient number of participants or for any other reason, a full refund will be given.

  Registration Deadline: July 7, 2025

  If you have any questions or inquiries, please email us at lessons@ejca.org

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