Japanese Language

One of the first things you might want to do if you’ve relocated to Japan long-term is to start learning the language. Japanese can be a challenge for westerners as it uses a different writing system, however, Japanese natives are keen to teach their language to foreigners, and there are many places where you can learn to speak and write Japanese. Here are some of the main places in Hiroshima that offer Japanese classes. Community Halls This can be an excellent place to start for expats in Hiroshima. Many community halls and public spaces offer free or low-cost Japanese tuition across Hiroshima. Sessions are usually taught by volunteer natives and mainly focus on beginner and intermediate-level skills to help international residents get started in their language learning. Classes are generally weekly and will either be free or around 100 yen a month. You can find a list of courses on the City of Hiroshima website. The Hiroshima Peace Cultural Center City Diversity and Inclusion Division also have a list of local classes. Hiroshima International School This school is one of the most renowned international facilities for children in Hiroshima. In addition to its standard teaching, the school has a language…