You could reach your Japanese language goals faster when you participate in a Kansas City Japanese course with Varsity Tutors. The course gives you access to professional instructors and a collaborative, online learning environment to make your progress in Japanese faster than what you might be able to achieve doing your studies on your own.
Many students and adult learners study Japanese because they would like to travel to Japan, work for a Japanese company, or understand Japanese media, such as movies, anime, or manga. There are also students from Park Hill High School and Staley High School who study the language in order to satisfy their school requirements. Japanese is a great foreign language to learn for students from Rockhurst University who want to boost their job prospects in the future by adding a second language to their resume.
No matter what goals you might have for learning Japanese, it's best to start with a quality class like a Kansas City Japanese class through Varsity Tutors. You can study in an organized manner, develop a solid foundation in grammar rules, and learn under the tutelage of experienced Japanese language instructors. All of these aspects could have a positive impact on your learning experience and overall abilities in the language.
What material will a Kansas City Japanese course cover?
One of the first topics that any Japanese student must learn sentence structure. Japanese follows a subject-object-verb sentence pattern, which is different from English where the pattern is subject-verb-object. For example:
English = I drink waterJapanese = I water drink
You will also learn the Japanese writing system: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Some students pick-up hiragana and katakana quite easily and can immediately read simple sentences just after a few lessons on the topics. Kanji is where many students struggle. You have to learn how to write and read these characters in several ways depending on the combination of the characters. This may sound intimidating to native English speakers because it is very different from their primary writing system, but if you want to be good at Japanese, there is really no way around learning kanji.
Your Kansas City Japanese class can also discuss nouns, verb conjugation, essential vocabulary, common expressions, and pronunciation. You can have discussions regarding Japanese culture, traditions, and customs while learning the language.
How will a Kansas City Japanese course help me learn?
Getting the support you need from professional and experienced Japanese language instructors is probably one of the most important benefits you can get from the course. Not everyone can effectively teach a language, even if they are fluent speakers. With Varsity Tutors, you can be sure to have highly qualified instructors handling your course who are not just able teach basic grammar or vocabulary but also share the nuances behind expressions that Japanese speakers use on a regular basis. We have a rigorous interviewing and vetting process for the instructors, which ensures they are not just able to speak the language properly but are good communicators and teachers.
If you are a busy student or a working professional who doesn't have time to attend a traditional classroom setup, then a Kansas City Japanese class can be a perfect solution for you to still be able to study the language. The class is entirely online - no need to worry about travel time and spending money on gas for the drive to school. All you have to do is log-on from your computer, and you can participate in the class. This is a super convenient way to study a language, especially if you are a full-time employee and no longer have the time to go to a class after work.
Are you worried you will need more time to digest certain topics or want to have more practice time than the course initially allows? Our Japanese course will allow you to request 1-on-1 time with your instructor. This means you can have personalized attention and ask questions regarding topics that you need further clarification on. All these features and services offered in the course are geared towards helping you work smarter, improve faster, and reach for your Japanese language goals.
How can I get signed up?
If you are still wondering if a Japanese course is the right choice for you, contact Varsity Tutors today. Our educational consultants can give you more details on what the course covers and enroll you in a session. Learning Japanese through a Kansas City Japanese course can give you the regular practice you need to improve your language skill in an efficient and productive way.
Education & Certification
- Madison Area Technical College - Associate in Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- English
- +21 subjects

Marcie: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...graduation I moved to Japan and gained extensive experience in teaching English as a second language. I worked with students of all ages (2-88!), in one on one lessons, small classes as well as large corporate workshops. Some of my more unique experiences included training a student for a speech contest, learning lines with a Japanese actor for a role in an American film, and developing original curriculum for classes. After 15 years in Japan...
Education & Certification
- Elmira College - Bachelors, International Studies
- Drexel University - Masters, Global and International Education
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- History
- Reading
- +17 subjects

Steven: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...had a deep interest in cultural anthropology, and so I went to Japan for two years as an assistant language teacher. After two years, I returned to KU where I earned a master's degree in the history of philosophy and was also awarded the outstanding graduate student award as well as the outstanding teaching assistant award for that year. I then transferred to the Ohio State University, which was at the time ranked 10th in...
Education & Certification
- University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- IB Philosophy
- Philosophical Ethics
- IB Psychology
- +5 subjects

Isoko: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
Hi. My name is Isoko. I am a Japanese native speaker living in the United States. I have 10 years of experience as a Japanese translator. I am very happy to help you to learn Japanese. I can work on any levels in Japanese.
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Languages

Aidan: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...am currently a student at the University of Missouri. While there I have been able to pursue my love of academic excellence through various means. The most important being the Learning Center (tutoring area), that has allowed me to spread that love to others. I tutored each level of the Japanese program at the university, so I am well equipped in understanding the needs of university level Japanese courses. Outside of school my love of...
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Greek
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Political Science
- +57 subjects

Adam: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
Eager to hone my teaching skills prior to entering graduate school to pursue becoming a professor in astrophysics. I offer an individualized approach to a variety of subjects, including math, physics, and standardized test prep. Looking forward to meeting with you!
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- SAT Writing and Language
- ACT
- +28 subjects

Daniel: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
I am extremely passionate about foreign languages, especially Japanese. I feel strongly that learning foreign languages and cultures is the first step to bringing the world closer together. I learned Japanese with the goal to become native level and I will strive to teach my students the same.
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Idaho - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Mandarin Chinese
- Foreign Language
- +9 subjects

Justin: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...am a double major graduate from the University of Kansas with degrees in Japanese Literature and Language as well as Linguistics. Additionally, I hold a certificate of global awareness from my semester abroad in Nagoya, Japan. My next goals are to obtain government proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N2) and Chinese (TOCFL level 3). I most enjoy teaching languages as they are forms of expression. As a result, I have ample experience writing essays and crafting...
Education & Certification
- University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Linguistics
- Academic Coaching
- Composition
- +17 subjects

Peter: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
Hello! Kansas City was my home growing up, before traveling to the University of Vermont for a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Japanese Studies, with a minor in History. I want to help students get into their own dream schools-- All it takes is the perseverance to study! I can help tutor ACT/SAT prep and all humanities, especially English and History!
Education & Certification
- University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- +41 subjects

Cynthia: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...am a recent graduate from Princeton University, home for the summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- French
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- +72 subjects

Zhaleh: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...name is Zhaleh BassiriRad and I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and Japanese at Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Elementary School Math
- 1st Grade Math
- 5th Grade Math
- +35 subjects

Rebecca: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...Music. After graduate school, I headed to Japan to live and teach ESL for two years, before heading back to Silicon Valley to purse a career as a music teacher. I'm super excited to be your ESL, French, Japanese, or Music Theory tutor! I find that the one-on-one environment of tutoring is truly special because of the tutor-student relationship that can develop over time, and the learning and growth that can happen in such a...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- French
- Foreign Language
- +28 subjects

William: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...with students to bring out clarity and richness of expression in their writing. Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards creating a compelling voice. Mathematics is similar; it requires a practiced hand and a clear mental map. I am happy to guide students at any level and tailor lessons to their needs. Although I enjoy writing and mathematics the most, I have...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- +66 subjects

Desiree: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...3.95 and my overall GPA is 3.8. With full marks in writing and speech as well, I can offer a well-rounded approach to written and spoken communication. Lastly, with a background in Japanese, I have successfully completed 15 credits worth of Japanese with a 4.0, and an average of 3.75 in all Japanese language classes, as well as being a supplemental instructor for the introductory class, this helps me both in Japanese Tutoring through both...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Linguistics (minor TESOL)
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Summer
- Linguistics
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +12 subjects

Zane: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...learns, and everybody learns differently. The importance of pedagogy, the practice of teaching, cannot be overstated. It is not enough to share knowledge; knowledge must be communicated. This is the philosophy by which I have tutored and by which I currently tutor. With 4th grade students and with college-age students, with students in America and with students in Japan, I have helped new ideas and information take root and blossom to the satisfaction of student...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- Vanderbilt - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Greek
- +75 subjects

Nikki: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...have loved science ever since I was a kid and watched The Magic School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Trigonometry
- SAT Reading
- +46 subjects

Koki: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
I recently moved to D.C. after graduating from Brown University with a B.S. in Chemical Biology. While in college, I had the opportunity to become a teaching assistant for both introductory and upper-level biochemistry courses, which I truly enjoyed. By using the insights I have gained through my experience as a teaching assistant, I would love to help students out by facilitating their learning process. I look forward to hearing from and meeting you!
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Biology
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Science
- College Biology
- MCAT Verbal Reasoning
- +27 subjects

Branden: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...a versatile engineering graduate, I strive to exemplify in my tutoring the same communication skills, attention to detail, and creative initiative that I developed during my studies. Having learned through past teaching experience that no two students think exactly alike, I facilitate learning by developing methods that cater to a student's personal learning style. I aim to make the learning experience feel less like a chore and more like an opportunity for self-improvement. Outside of...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Algebra 2
- Calculus 3
- Essay Editing
- +22 subjects

Wahala: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at Indiana University Bloomington, majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Psychology and Japanese. I tutor multiple subjects, but I enjoy tutoring Algebra and Japanese the most. I believe that everybody should be able to get the education that they deserve and the attention and help in order for them to achieve that. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing the Guitar, Photography, and playing Badminton.
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Greek
- Introduction to Japanese
- Elementary School Math
- +53 subjects

Brandon: Kansas City Japanese course instructor
...am an undergraduate student at UNLV. I major in English with a minor in Japanese and I am in the honors college.I serve as the editor of the opinion section of The Rebel Yell, UNLV's student newspaper. In the past I have tutored Spanish and Japanese language students, but I am actually most passionate about English and reading and would love more experience working with students to enfranchise them with the power of literacy. I...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Current Undergrad, English
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Spanish
- +25 subjects