Japanese Courses for Adults

Open a new world of opportunities by learning Japanese, for business opportunities or travelling purpose. Japanese courses at the Hong Kong Institute of Languages will give you the confidence to speak Japanese. You will also be taught about Japanese culture to optimise your usage of the language in various situations.

Optimise your way of learning with Hong Kong Institute of Languages, with our proven efficiency and track records of helping thousands of people of all ages reached their goals.
We offer a wide range of general courses from complete beginner to proficient user levels. Each course follows a modern and well-structured coursebook, supplemented by personalised and relevant materials to cater for your needs and interests.

Before enrolling on any of our courses, you can enjoy a free level assessment and needs analysis to define your individual course objectives and plan your overall progression.

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General Courses
Foundation
Beginner

Our Foundation course is designed for complete beginners who would like to learn some practical Japanese that can be put to immediate use. The focus is on developing speaking and listening skills, as well as providing an essential basis for Japanese grammar and vocabulary. The course also introduces essential reading and writing skills.

False Beginner
Elementary

Our Elementary course is designed to allow you to further build your knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. You will also have the opportunity to develop your skills in order to use Japanese in a wider range of daily situations. The aim is to equip you with the necessary skills to get the information you need and communicate what you want as clearly and effectively as possible.

Intermediate
Intermediate

Our Intermediate course is designed to consolidate what you have learned in previous courses. It will also help you to communicate effectively in a wider range of social and work-related situations. You will further develop your vocabulary, reading and writing skills, as well as learn how to distinguish formal and informal language.

Upper Intermediate
2 Years +

Our Upper Intermediate course focuses on further refining your skills, in particular how language is used in different genres. You will explore how the choice of language, vocabulary and grammar affects the tone and style of your speaking and writing. You will also learn how to compare and contrast different structures and when it is appropriate to use them.

Advanced
3 Years +

On our Advanced Level course, the focus is on developing your accuracy and fluency in equal measure to become a more proficient user of the language.  Gain even greater fluency by learning more complex sentence structures, deeper idiomatic expressions and using the appropriate vocabulary.

Other Courses / Workshops
Japanese for Travellers
Social
To learn simple and practical Japanese language for travelling and socialising. If you are planning a holiday to Japan and want to enrich your travel experience and immerse yourself in the culture, this is the right course for you.
Japanese at your Workplace and for Business
Career
Acquire functional Japanese to deal with everyday tasks and interact with your colleagues. Learn business specific vocabulary in proper situations.
Cultural Workshops
Culture

To improve your language skills and learn more about Japan and its culture, traditions and way of life. You will learn about the food culture, and the rich heritage of Japanese history. Ideal if you are looking to study abroad or visit Japan.

Skills Specific Workshops
Career
Equip yourself with the necessary language skills on a very specific area of need or interest in an optimal way to maximise your gain( e.g.: improving your presentation skills, writing a sales proposal, preparing for an upcoming business trip, etc...)
Conversations / Coffee Morning Classes
Social
To develop your language skills in a relaxed, informal and supportive environment, ideal to build a connexion and make new friends.