Japan Foundation, Manila

Japanese-Language Education

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The 1st 2023 JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST WILL BE HELD ON JULY 2 (SUNDAY).

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) will be held on July 2, 2023, in Manila, Cebu, Davao, and Cagayan De Oro. The JLPT is administered worldwide by the Japan Foundation in cooperation with other cultural exchange/educational institutions to evaluate and certify non-native speakers’ Japanese language proficiency.

▼ General Guide to 2023 JLPT 2023: https://www.jlpt.jp/reference/pdf/guide_2023.pdf

Test Level:

  • Manila: N1 to N5
  • Cebu: N1 to N5
  • Davao: N1 to N5
  • Cagayan De Oro: N1 to N5

Application :

  • Application Period: from April 1 to 20, 2023.
  • Applicants must register online. The URL for the online application form will be announced soon.
  • Applicants need to pay the corresponding registration fee and then upload a copy of the payment slip (or Official Receipt issued by the host institution) on this Online Application Form to complete the application process. The payment method is instructed in the online application form.

Note:

  • Group registration will not be accepted this time.
  • Only those fully vaccinated are eligible to take the test. The requirements are subject to the health protocols mandated by the venues.

HOST INSTITUTIONS

MANILA

The Philippines-Japan Friendship Foundation, Inc. (PJFF)

7th Floor, Electra House Building 115-117 Esteban Street, Legaspi Village Makati City, Philippines
email: pjff.jlpt.manila@gmail.com

CEBU 

Japanese Association Cebu, Inc. (JAC)
5th/F Clotilde Commercial Center, M. L. Quezon Ave, Casuntingan, Mandaue City, 6014 Cebu, Philippines

email: jac.jlpt.cebu@gmail.com
Tel: (032) 343-8066

DAVAO 

Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku (MKD)
Angliongto Ave., Lanang, Davao City, Philippines

email: mkd.jlpt.davao@gmail.com
Tel: (082) 233 – 0013 / (082) 233 – 0081 / (082) 285 – 6146

CAGAYAN DE ORO 

Cagayan De Oro College
Max Y. Suniel St, Cagayan de Oro, 9000 Misamis Oriental, Philippines

email: coc.jlpt.cdo@gmail.com

REGISTRATION FEE

N1 and N2 – P 1,500.00;  N3, N4, and N5 – P 1,100.00

IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • The JLPT TEST VOUCHER, a VALID PHOTO ID CARD (government-issued), and a VACCINATION CARD / VAX CERTIFICATE for complete vaccination, all the documents in hard copy are required to be presented on the TEST DAY at the designated Test Site.
  • Successful examinees will be issued Certificates of Japanese-Language Proficiency by October 2023.
  • All examinees will receive a Score Report.
    Results will be available on the JLPT Worldwide Official Website by September 2023.

 

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MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners (Starter A1 Module 1) Online Course (January – May 2023) (The Application Period is Closed.)

This online course is for beginners who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Group online support will be provided to students who will be learning Japanese using the JF Japanese e-Learning Minato course, Marugoto A1-1 (Katsudoo & Rikai) Self-Study Course. The online sessions will be conducted via Zoom. 

There are 2 segments in this course, Katsudoo (activity) and Rikai (competence).

  • In the Katsudoo segment, communicative language activities are provided and used within the context of Japanese settings, such as introducing yourself, talking about your favorite food, etc. Students will be able to speak simple Japanese right away.
  • In the Rikai segment, language structure, such as Japanese script, vocabulary, grammar, etc. will be learned for those who want to learn about the Japanese Language systematically through various communicative activities.

    * These segments will be taken consecutively. Certificates will be issued separately.

Study Mode:
A) Group Online Sessions (via Zoom):
one hour/lesson, twice a week (Tuesdays & Fridays, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.)
B) Self-study using the JF e-Learning Minato (Computer, tablet or smartphone is required*)
 **Individual Online Sessions will be offered.

*Please check the recommended operating systems in the “Course Environment” tab in the Minato website: https://minato-jf.jp/Guide/Index

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type, such as how to order food and drinks.
  2. Introduce oneself and others, and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as one’s family and where one lives.
  3. Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help.
  4. Broaden one’s view, understand the culture of other countries, and develop the competence in intercultural understanding by taking up Japanese culture distinct from that of the Philippines.

Course Details:

Course Period
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)
January 27 (Fri.) – March 7, 2023 (Tues.)
March 24 (Fri.) – May 16, 2023 (Fri.)
Course Fee P2,200 each segment
(Payment via bank transfer/deposit)
Payment Deadline
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)
January 6, 2023 (Fri.)
March 10, 2023 (Wed.)
Eligibility Beginner learners (without Japanese background)
At least 17 years old
Class Size Maximum of 16 students (first-come, first-served basis)

 

Due to a large number of applications received, we have reached the maximum number of students we can cater to; thus, we are closing our application window on December 2, 2022. Thank you for your interest in our Marugoto course!

Kindly fill-up the duly accomplished application form (tinyurl.com/mp4ebrsf)  on or before 14 December 2022 (Wednesday, 5PM). Successful applicants will be sent a confirmation email together with the bank details. 

Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.  

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Oshaberi Salon: Halloween (ハロウィン)

Are you looking for a chance to practice your Nihongo? Why not join the Oshaberi Salon?
“Oshaberi Salon” is an event where Japanese Language learners can practice their conversational skills with other participants who are interested in a certain topic.

For this session’s topic: Halloween (ハロウィン), participants will discuss and share with each other in Nihongo their Halloween experiences. Participants will also exchange superstitions and ghost stories.

Please be informed that this event will NOT issue any certificates.

Date 27 October 2022 (Thursday)
Time 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Platform Zoom
Admission FREE
Eligibility of participants
  • At least High School Student
  • Participants must have Nihongo experience (JLPT levels N5 & N4 / JF Standard A1 to A2-2)
Registration Form https://bit.ly/OshaberiSalon1027
Deadline of Registration  21 October 2022 (Friday)

Zoom details will be sent a day before the event. Please check your Spam or Promotions folder for the Zoom details as email notifications may be redirected from your Inbox to your Spam or Promotions folder.

Please be informed that this event will NOT issue any certificates.

Thank you and see you there!

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Oshaberi Salon: Recent Hobbies and Routine (最近の趣味・日課)

Are you looking for a chance to practice your Nihongo? Why not join the Oshaberi Salon?
“Oshaberi Salon” is an event where Japanese Language learners can practice their conversational skills with other participants who are interested in a certain topic.

For this session’s topic: Recent Hobbies and Routine (最近の趣味・日課), participants will discuss, share, and compare with each other their recent hobbies and daily routines in Nihongo.

Please be informed that this event will NOT issue any certificates.

Date 6 October 2022 (Thursday)
Time 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Platform Zoom
Admission FREE
Eligibility of participants
  • At least High School Student
  • Participants must have Nihongo experience (JLPT levels N3, N2, & N1 / JF Standard B1 to C1)
Registration Form https://bit.ly/OshaberiSalon1006

Submission of application will be disabled after reaching 30 registrants.

Zoom details will be sent a day before the event. Please check your Spam or Promotions folder for the Zoom details as email notifications may be redirected from your Inbox to your Spam or Promotions folder.

Please be informed that this event will NOT issue any certificates.

Thank you and see you there!

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“IRODORI Teacher’s Training Seminar in Cebu 2022”

This seminar is for Filipino Nihongo teachers who wish to learn about the learner-centered teaching method and IRODORI (Japanese-language coursebook developed by The Japan Foundation). The 2-day face-to-face seminar will be conducted in both English and Nihongo. Let’s share your ideas and concerns to teach Japanese with other Nihongo teachers in the Philippines!

Date and Time

Day 1: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, October 29

Day 2: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Sunday, October 30
Venue QQ English IT Park Campus
Seminar Fee FREE  (Lunch will be provided)
Requirement

a)  Must have a JLPT N4 or above level proficiency or its equivalent with at least 1-year teaching experience.

b)  Be able to attend both Day 1 and 2 of the seminar.
Capacity 20 participants

 

Please submit the duly accomplished application form by Monday, 10 October, 2022
https://tinyurl.com/IrodoriCebu2022

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