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NIHONGOBASE LearningPersonalized Japanese Lessons for Professionals

Learn Business, IT Communication, and Project Management in Japanese.

Personalized Japanese lessons built around your professional goals.

Japanese for Your Professional Goals.

Conversation practice alone may not prepare you for the Japanese you need at work. Our lessons start with your field and your goals.

  1. 01

    I want to explain my field of expertise in Japanese.

    In lessonsPractice explaining topics in your field using relevant professional materials.

  2. 02

    I want to take a more active part in meetings and discussions.

    In lessonsYou practice discussions and presentations, and get feedback on how you communicate.

  3. 03

    I want to study professional topics or certifications in Japanese.

    In lessonsReview what you have studied in Japanese and check your understanding with your teacher.

  4. 04

    I want to write documents and materials in Japanese.

    In lessonsCreate documents similar to those you use at work, and get feedback on wording and structure.

Learning Driven by Your Goals.

Content-driven. Skill-based. Personalized.

  1. Real-world Content

    Instead of working through a textbook, you learn what helps you at work. We use Udemy courses and professional materials that Japanese professionals also use, covering real business and IT topics.

  2. Personalized Learning

    Materials and curriculum are adjusted to your job, field, Japanese level, and goals.

  3. Output & Feedback

    Put what you learn into practice by explaining ideas, taking part in discussions, and writing, with feedback on your work.

Learning Built Around Your Work.

Examples of lessons tailored to different fields. Choose a field to see the learning path and goal.

Business Consulting

Learning path

  1. 01Business Japanese basics
  2. 02Structuring problems and issues
  3. 03Writing proposals and reports
  4. 04Proposals and discussions

Learning goal

Analyze problems, explain your ideas clearly, and present and discuss proposals in Japanese.

Software Engineering

Learning path

  1. 01IT business Japanese basics
  2. 02Extended discussions about engineering work
  3. 03Slack chats / GitHub comments
  4. 04IT communication

Learning goal

Understand technical content in Japanese and communicate clearly with your development team when reporting progress, asking for advice, or explaining ideas.

Project Management

Learning path

  1. 01Project Japanese basics
  2. 02Understanding WBS and project plans
  3. 03Progress reports and sharing issues
  4. 04Coordinating stakeholders and meetings

Learning goal

Summarize project status in Japanese and communicate progress, issues, and risks clearly to stakeholders.

Sales & Communication

Learning path

  1. 01Business conversation basics
  2. 02Identifying customer needs
  3. 03Proposals and sales conversations
  4. 04Presentations and follow-up

Learning goal

Understand customer needs and confidently present proposals and take part in sales meetings in Japanese.

These are examples. Every learning plan is tailored to you.

Other Learning Goals

Explore other learning goals.

Studying for certifications in Japanese and writing work documents can also be part of your lessons.

  • JLPT Preparation
  • IT Passport Examination
  • Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination
  • Business Document Writing
  • WBS & Project Documentation
  • Business Presentation Skills
  • Technical Writing

Support for exams and professional skills is provided through Japanese lessons. It does not guarantee exam results or replace specialized training.

Learn. Practice. Improve.

In each lesson, put what you have learned into practice and use feedback to improve.

  1. 01Step 01

    Study with Relevant Materials

    Study with materials chosen for your goals. When useful, we combine self-study before the lesson with work on the material during the lesson.

    • Video courses
    • Professional materials
    • Self-study
  2. 02Step 02

    Put It into Practice

    Use what you learned: explain, discuss, present, or write a document.

    • Explaining
    • Discussion
    • Presentation
    • Writing
  3. 03Step 03

    Feedback & Reflection

    Get feedback in the lesson and reflect on what you learned and what to improve. Notes from each lesson are saved in Notion so you can review them later.

    • Feedback
    • Points to improve

Your reflection leads into the next lesson

Start with Your Goals.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Free Consultation

    Share your work, your goals, and the challenges you face.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Learning Plan

    Work with your teacher to identify the topics and materials that fit your goals.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Personalized Lessons

    Start lessons focused on using what you learn.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Review & Improve

    Keep improving with your lesson records and feedback.

Voices

  • I can ask about technical terms and expressions used in IT. With an understanding of my work and challenges, they suggested learning that was truly relevant to me.

    IT Engineer
  • I was struggling with consulting work in manufacturing, but their knowledge of industry-specific terms and practices helped me learn a lot. I was able to present my proposal to the client successfully!

    Business Consultant
  • As a project manager working in Japan, I find it helpful to get feedback not only on communicating with Japanese colleagues, but also on speaking in meetings, structuring documents, and choosing expressions.

    Project Manager
  • After passing JLPT N1, I was unsure what to learn next. They suggested a certification relevant to my work and supported my preparation. I successfully passed the exam.

    Software Engineer

Your Goals. Your Learning.

Tell us what you want to achieve. We’ll explore how personalized Japanese lessons can support your goals.

Q&A

Is this a traditional Japanese lesson?

No. Instead of following a textbook, you learn with content matched to your work and goals, with a focus on output and feedback.

What Japanese level is required?

The lessons are designed for people who want to use Japanese at work. During the consultation, we will discuss the level you need based on your current Japanese skills and goals.

What learning materials are used?

We choose from Udemy courses, our own materials, and other learning content to match your goals. We will explain how the materials are used during the consultation.

Can I choose my learning topics?

Yes. We decide the topics together, based on your job, field, and goals.

Can I prepare for professional certification exams?

We can support exam-related study as part of your Japanese lessons. This does not guarantee a pass. Please ask about what we can cover during the consultation.

How are the lessons conducted?

We will explain the lesson format, length, and how lessons work during the consultation.

Is a monthly subscription required?

No. You can book lessons one at a time.

How much does a lesson cost?

Pricing depends on the lesson content. Contact us for details. Please feel free to contact us.

Can I review my previous lessons?

Yes. We create a Notion page for each lesson, so you can look back at past lessons.

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