Language Center
Language Center
Founded in 1972, the Japan Society Language Center is the premier Japanese language center in New York City, offering 13 comprehensive levels and six semesters each year. Also offered are specialized language and culture courses and workshops including Shodo courses which introduce the art of Japanese calligraphy, a Teacher Training program providing the tools for teaching Japanese, and English language classes uniquely created for Japanese native speakers.
Named by New York Magazine as the one of the Best Language Classes in New York!
日本人対象のプログラムは、バイリンガル講師による英会話教室及び日本語教師養成講座の二つがあります。
Beginner to advanced courses led by highly experienced instructors.
Learn MoreSmall group courses designed for all levels.
Learn MoreExplore hiragana, kanji, trial lessons and more.
Learn More実践重視のコースで日本語教授法の基礎スキルを学びましょう。
Learn More日英バイリンガルの大人気アメリカ人講師・ベン先生による日本語話者対象の英会話。
Learn MoreLanguage courses for students ages 12 to 15.
Learn MoreAbout Us
See what the Language Center is offering yearly at a glance:
Language Center Yearly Schedule
Meet the Language Center instructors and staff:
Instructors & Staff
Top Image: Daphne Youree.
Japan Society programs are made possible by leadership support from Booth Ferris Foundation and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Support for Japan Society’s Language Center is provided, in part, by Mark F. Goldfield and Mary E. Hatch; Christopher Hong; Steven Giordano; and Dr. Bic Kanayjorn.
