Test schedule in May and June 2021 was released. Please refer to the link below.
Applications begin on April 5.
http://ac.prometric-jp.com/testlist/ssw/schedule/Schedule_F1.html
Additional Application: Fiscal Year 2021 Online Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese-Language
The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa will conduct a new “Online Training Program for Japanese-Language Teachers” in FY 2021. The application deadline has been extended to 14 May 2021 (Friday).
Applications will be accepted from those who wish to participate in this training program and want to learn Japanese teaching methods and improve their skills as Japanese language teachers.
Program Outline
This program is an online training program for those currently working as Japanese-language teachers teaching outside of Japan to learn the theory and basic knowledge for teaching themes related to Japanese language teaching methods. For FY 2021, we provide five themes as follows: (1) “JF Standard for Japanese-Language Education”, (2) “Japanese-Language Education and Culture”, (3) “Teaching Reading Comprehension”, (4) “Rethinking of Teaching Japanese Grammar” and (5) “Teaching Business Japanese: Understanding Learner’s Needs”. All programs will consist of pre-study sessions for all participants, as well as live sessions, individual consultations, and post-session assignments.
In the pre-study, participants study individually using newly prepared materials from the Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa, as well as working on assignments.
In the live sessions, all participants are connected online with the Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa enabling them to discuss their prior studies, which allows them to confirm and deepen their understanding of the content.
Application Instruction & Form
- Online Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese-Language Application Instructions
- Online Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese-Language Application Form
Application Deadline: 14 May 2021 (Friday)
Submission
Please send all documents to nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph in ONE email with the following subject:
Online Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese-Language – <Last Name, First Name>
You will be required to submit the hardcopy of the documents. JFM will be in touch with you to request the said documents at a later date.
MARUGOTO Conversational Japanese for Everyone A2-1 Module 1 Online Course (April- June 2021)
This course is the continuation of the MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners (Starter A1 Module 2) Online Course.
Group online support will be provided to students who will be learning Japanese using the JF Japanese e-Learning Minato course, Marugoto A2-1 (Katsudoo & Rikai) Self-Study Course. While doing the self study lessons, students will be able to practice Japanese with their teacher and classmates through online sessions. Both the Katsudoo (activity) and Rikai (competence) portions of a lesson will be taken up in each 2-hour session of the course.
Study Mode:
A) Group Online Sessions (via Zoom): 2 hours / lesson, once a week (Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
B) Self-study using the JF e-Learning Minato (Computer, tablet or smartphone is required*)
C) Individual Online Sessions will be offered twice.
*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:
- Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance, such as very basic personal and family information, seasons and weather, etc.
- Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
- Describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
- Broaden one’s view, understand the culture of Japan and other countries, and develop the competence in intercultural understanding by taking up Japanese culture distinct from that of the Philippines.
Course Details
| Course Period | April 6 – June 29, 2021 |
| Course Fee | Php 4,400 |
| Eligibility | Filipino residents who are at least 17 years old
Can read Hiragana and Katakana. Those who pass the Level Check Test. |
| Application Deadline | March 22, 2021 (Monday) |
| Download | Marugoto A2-1 Module 1 (Online Course) Application Form |
For those who have NOT taken the JFM “Marugoto A1 Module 2 Katsudoo & Rikai Course”, submit the following requirements to nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph:
- duly accomplished application form (https://bit.ly/3uVxenY)
- screenshot of the Course Recommendation Test Result (https://www.marugoto-online.jp/info/level_check_test/?lang=eng)
JFM will also conduct a qualifying Level Check Test for confirmation.
Qualifying Level Check Test Schedule (maximum of one hour):
| 24 March (Wednesday) | 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM |
| 25 March (Thursday) | 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM |
Payment: Payment details will be sent after passing the qualifying Level Check Test.
Payment mode: Once you receive a confirmation email, bank details will be sent. After payment, please send your proof of transaction (e.g. deposit slip or screenshot of the receipt with your name) to nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph.
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.
Irodori A1 Pilot Course Registration
UPDATE: REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
Thank you everyone who showed interest in our Irodori Pilot course! Due to overwhelming demand, we will be closing the registration. We hope to you will stay tuned for future events and programs!
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The Japan Foundation, Manila is now opening the registration for the Irodori A1 Pilot Course.
Please check the link below to register and read the requirements carefully.
Thank you very much!
“Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan, Starter A1”
Event Highlights | Nihongo Fiesta Online 2021
Thank you very much to everyone who joined us last Nihongo Fiesta Online 2021!
Here are the highlights of the event: https://youtu.be/8b-wj2BtahY
We hope you had an enjoyable time in experiencing Japanese language and culture with us.
See you next year!
Free Irodori A1 Pilot Course
The Japan Foundation, Manila will be conducting a FREE Online A1 Pilot Course open for Filipinos currently residing in the Philippines with no background in Japanese Language. More details coming soon!
At A1 level, you can communicate in a very simple way by using expressions that you have learned.
● Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.
● Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has.
● Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Reference: “Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan, Starter A1”
KATAKANA A1 TUTOR SUPPORT COURSE – Registration Deadline: March 22 (Monday)
This is an online course where one can learn Katakana* in about two months. Students will do online exercises and attend Group Online Lessons.
*Katakana is one of the three types of scripts in the Japanese language. It is used to write foreign or borrowed words and can be frequently seen in Manga.
Course-Can do:
– Can read Katakana: starting from single katakana characters to words and sentences. (Marugoto A1 level)
– Can write Katakana: by typing on a computer and writing manually.
Modes of Tutor Support
– Group Online Lessons via Zoom on April 24, May 8, 15, 22, 29 and June 5, 2021 (Saturdays) / 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
– Monitoring of the students’ learning progress; exchange of information among students / teachers through the Notice Board.
Assessment
– Completion of online exercises and online test
– Taking the reading test during the Group Online Lesson on May 29
Registration Link: https://minato-jf.jp/CourseDetail/Index/MA20_KTKT_A100_EN01
(Details about the registration procedure is on the flyer)
| Registration Period | March 5 – March 22, 2021 |
| Course Period | April 9 – June 8 2021 |
| Result of Selection Process | March 23, 2021 |
| Course Operator | The Japan Foundation Manila |
| Course Type | Tutor Support |
| Course Fee | Php 1,000 |
| Eligibility | ★ For Filipino Nihongo learners who can already read Hiragana. ★ Only those who can attend the Group Online Lessons via Zoom are eligible to register. |
| Schedule of the Group Online Lessons | Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM Dates: April 24, May 8, 15, 22, 29 and June 5, 2021 (Saturdays) Platform: Zoom |
| Payment Period* | March 23 – March 29, 2021 (15:00, Manila time) |
ABOUT THE STUDENT SELECTION PROCESS
This is a course where participants are determined by a selection process. For those who wish to apply, please read the course outline carefully. Then, within the designated application time period, please click the ‘Course Registration’ button and complete the application.
Note: Results of the selection process are expected to be sent to the email address registered with ‘Minato’ on March 23.
*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.
48th Nihongo Speech Contest Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the 48th Nihongo Speech Contest!
Thank you to everyone who joined us this year!
JLPT July 2021 Announcement
In view of the current “Public Health Emergency / Community Quarantine” due to the COVID-19, please be advised that the schedule for July 4, 2021 Japanese Language Proficiency Test has been CANCELED.
The Japan Foundation, Manila and host institutions (The Japanese Association Cebu, Inc.; Cagayan de Oro College-PHINMA Education Network; and Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku in Davao City) discussed/evaluated then reached the unanimous conclusion that it will be difficult to host the JLPT in July under the current circumstances.
Thank you very much for your understanding and we hope that everyone stays safe and well during this difficult situation.
Philippines Test Administration Committee
The Japan Foundation, Manila