LEARN JAPANESE

Learn Japanese

We are not accepting any applications. This program has been put on hold till further notice.

Language courses@MyPlace 

Wish to learn useful Japanese while you are staying in Okinawa?
Need to learn Japanese for your new job but don’t have enough money to go to a language school?

This is the place for you!

If you could speak some Japanese, you would have more fun travelling or living in Japan!!


We offer private Japanese lessons according to what you wish to achieve!

  • I need to improve my Japanese for work!
  • I love Japanese animations! I want to better understand Japanese subcultures.
  • I want to make my trip easier by learning practical Japanese!

Whatever you desire, we are here to help your dream come true!!

Private lessons

Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Min: 1 person~
Fee: Refer below
Dates and time: Negotiable
Make your own schedule!

Our lesson schedules are very flexible!
You can start whenever you want to and study at your own pace!

Here are some samples of schedules and prices.
Feel free to ask for any kind of arrangement!!

A mini lesson for beginners is available!!
Price: 1,000円/1 person
Duration: 30 mins
Contains: Greeting and self-introductions

Churararan Course: For those travelling in Japan

Trial course
Terms
1 night 2 days
Lesson length
1 hour each
Price includes
・1 night accommodation
・6 private lessons
・Language exchange event
・Feedback
・Free use of co-working space
Price
¥21,000
*Group discounts are available
Recommended for those who…
・Want to learn useful Japanese while traveling in Japan.
・Learn Japanese for the first time.
Optional
・+1 hour/¥2,500
You may add as many hours as you wish.

Intensive course
Terms
5 nights 6 days
Lesson length
1 hour each
Price includes
・5 nights accommodation
・20 private lessons
・Language exchange event
・Feedback
・Free use of co-working space
Price
¥64,000
*Group discounts are available
Recommended for those who…
・Want to improve their Japanese skill.
・Want to have a good general foundation in the Japanese language
・Want to make a habit for speaking Japanese.
Optional
・+1 hour/¥2,500
You may add as many hours as you wish.

Okinawa stay course
Terms
1 month (28 nights)
Lesson length
1 hour each
Price includes
・28 nights accommodation
・2 private lessons per week
・Language exchange event
・Feedback
・Study counseling
・Free use of co-working space
Price
¥74,000
*Group discounts are available
* You can skip out on paying for accommodation if you work with us as a helper!!
Recommended for those who…
・Are teleworking or travelling in Okinawa long-term.
・Wish to study a bit of Japanese while in Okinawa.
Optional
・+1 hour/¥2,500
You may add as many hours as you wish.

Uchinanchu Course: For those living in Okinawa

Standard Course
Terms
4 private lessons per month
Lesson length
1 hour each
Price includes
・4 private lessons
・Language exchange event
・Feedback
・Free use of co-working space
Price
¥12,000 per month
*Group discounts are available
Recommended for those who…
・Are busy but wish to add Japanese language study into their routine.
・Want to supplement their self-study.
Optional
・+1 hour/¥2,500
You may add as many hours as you wish.
Intensive Course
Terms
8 private lessons per month
Lesson length
1 hour each
Price includes
・8 private lessons
・Language exchange event
・Feedback
・Free use of co-working space
Price
¥20,000 per month
*Group discounts are available
Recommended for those who…
・Want to seriously level up their Japanese language level.
・Want to get used to listening, speaking and thinking in Japanese.
Optional
・+1 hour/¥2,500
You may add as many hours as you wish.

How to book?
Contact us by email at the very latest 10 days before the day you would like to start.

You can book a lesson via email:

myplace-okinawa@seasir.com

We are a couple. Can we take a private lesson together?
Yes, a couple or a group can take a private lesson together as long as they are at the same level.
There is a 20% discount for a group of 2 people and a 30% discount for a group of 3!

What can I learn?
We will make original curriculums according to your request.
Please let us know what you wish to achieve by learning Japanese when you make a reservation.

What is the cancellation policy?
10 days – 3 days prior to the starting date: 30% of total fees
2 days – the day before: 50% of total fees
On the day or no show: 100% of total fees

Do you offer classes for other languages?
Yes. We also offer English classes. You can check that out right here.

Language exchange

Level: Any
Fee:¥1,000
*Free of charge for MyPlace guests and Kokunai Ryugaku students
Date and time:Irregular. Please ask if interested.

Everyone is welcome!!!

Not quite ready to take private lessons?
Then why not join our language exchange event!
Our international staff and guests gather in the living room for our language exchange meetings.

I’m nervous…
Don’t worry! It’s a very casual event!
Our multilingual staff will help you communicate smoothly with other guests!

What languages can I use?
All language speakers are welcome. Our main purpose of the event is to meet new people and get interested in different cultures!

How to join?
No reservation is needed. Come in at any time from 18:00 to 19:00 and you’re set!

Should I stay for the entire time?
You can join and leave anytime you want to.
Many people stay longer and keep chatting after the event is finished. Some of them even go out for a drink or eat together!