Japanese Foundations: Hiragana & Katakana
ひらがな・カタカナ入門
Read and write both Japanese alphabets, plus your first greetings and phrases.
- 2026/27 Intake
- Absolute beginner
- About 4 weeks
- On campus · Online
Course overview
The fastest way to start. In four weeks you will read and write all 92 basic hiragana and katakana, pronounce Japanese correctly and introduce yourself. It leads straight into JLPT N5.
What you will learn
- All 46 hiragana and 46 katakana
- Correct Japanese pronunciation and rhythm
- Greetings, numbers, days and times
- Self-introduction (jikoshoukai)
Who it is for
- Complete beginners
- Students joining the next JLPT N5 batch
- Anyone curious about Japanese
Your result
Read and write both alphabets and start JLPT N5 with confidence.
How to join
- 一01
Apply online
Fill in the short form. It takes two minutes.
- 二02
Placement chat
We call you, check your level and suggest the right batch.
- 三03
Start class
Join your batch on campus or online and get your study plan.
Fees depend on the course and plan. Ask us for the current fee schedule and payment options.
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