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Getting to grips with a new language is high up on the to-do list for many expats. Japanese can be daunting for many as it has its own unique writing system and linguistic structure. However, there are many classes that will walk beginners through the basics, as well as more advanced courses for those looking to use Japanese for business purposes. Here are a few pointers on where you can learn in Kumamoto prefecture. Kumamoto YMCA The Japanese department in the Chuo campus runs a range of courses from short three-month introductory sessions where you can get a grasp of the basics through to courses for graduate students and those looking for jobs with big Japanese companies. The college also has accommodation options should you need it. Fees are 198,000 yen for a three-month course including registration and materials. Website: https://www.kumamoto-ymca.or.jp/kamitori-nihongo-e/641.html Kumamoto Foreign Language Academy (KFLA) KFLA is a good place to enroll with if you’re in Japan for work or study purposes. It’s a professional language institution offering 18-month courses for those who already have a basic grasp of the Japanese language and are looking to hone their skills for academic or vocational development. You will need to have…