MIFA Online Japanese Conversation Salon

MIFA has resumed Japanese Conversation Salon using the Zoom application from November 18, 2020.  Lessons are held online based on a one-on-one style by using the Break Out Session function.  The lessons are done mostly in Japanese.  Therefore, basic Japanese understanding would be desired. 
NOTE: Basic knowledge of Zoom usage will be required.

DATE AND TIME

Wednesday Thursday* *the first and third

10:00-11:00 / 13:30-14:30 (except holidays) 19:30-20:30 (except holidays) Click here for more information Please join the meeting 5 minutes prior to the starting time.

FEE

First trial	FREE
To continue	Please apply for MIFA membership 1,000 Yen / year (500 Yen / year for students)

* To become a MIFA member, please click here for details.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

15 learners / session (first-come first-served basis) 15 Japanese volunteers / session (first-come first-served basis)

PLACE

A stable internet environment where you can access online.

APPLICATION

Please apply from either of the following.

Check Disclaimers.

Wednesday
10:00-11:00 Wednesday
13:30-14:30 The 1st and 3rd Thursday
19:30-20:30

INQUIRY

Meguro International Friendship Association
E-mail: info@mifa.jp
TEL: 03-3715-4671, 090-6185-9473
FAX: 03-3715-4672

FAQ’S

Please read the following FAQ’s in advance to participate.

Q: I would like to study Japanese. Where can I find the information?

A: You may search for neighbor Japanese classes by referring to “Information on Japanese Language Classes in Meguro City”.
Note: Meanwhile, neighbor Japanese classes may be suspended. Please contact each class directly for detailed information.
If you live outside of Meguro City, you can find Japanese classes from the following website:
http://www.tnvn.jp/

Q: I am interested in Japanese Conversation Salon. Can I join?

A: If you speak basic Japanese, you are more than welcome! Please be noted that all conversation will be held in Japanese.

Q: What kind of lessons do you do?

A: Japanese volunteers will support you to study Japanese on a one-on-one style.
You can either use your own textbook / magazine / newspaper, or talk freely.
Please tell us what you would like to learn and we will be happy to support you!

We also offer beginners Japanese class every Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
See here for more details.

Q: How can I make a reservation?

A: Please see under APPLICATION above.

Q: What will I be asked on the first trial?

A: Japanese volunteers will ask your preferences towards studying / your Japanese level / targets and so on.

Q: When will I pay the fee?

A: The first trial lesson is free of a charge.
If you would like to continue, please make a payment for the annual membership fee (1000 YEN / 500 YEN for students) before the second session.  To become a MIFA member, please click here for details.

Japanese Language Classes in Meguro City

Meanwhile, neighbor Japanese classes in Meguro may be suspended. Please contact each class directly for detailed information.

International Communication Network Komaba Japanese Language Class

Date and time	Tuesday 19:00 – 20:15
Place	Main MP Hall, Komaba Lodge, International Lodge, The University of Tokyo
Lesson style	Only international students residing in Utokyo Lodge and Titech dorm.
Japanese aptitude	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
Participation fee	￥100 / 6 months
Inquiry	midori.tamm@gmail.com

DONGURI – a Japanese Language Club

Date and time	Tuesday 19:00 – 20:30
Place	9F, Nakameguro Square
Lesson style	Person to person
Japanese aptitude	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
Participation fee	￥100 / 1 session
Inquiry	dongurinewentry@googlegroups.com For more information, please click here to visit the website.

Japanese Language Group “CRAYONS”

Date and time	Thursday 10:00 – 11:30 / 13:30 – 15:00
Place	9F, Nakameguro Square
Lesson style	Small group / Person to person
Japanese aptitude	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
Participation fee	￥100 / 1 session ￥200 / 1 day
Inquiry	nihongo_crayons@yahoo.co.jp For more information, please click here to visit the website.

Meguro UNESCO Japanese Class

Date and time	◆Tuesday / Thursday◆ 10:00 – 11:45 ◆Saturday◆ 10：00 – 11:45 ◇Tuesday◇ 18：30 – 20:15
Place	Midorigaoka Bunka Kaikan
Lesson style	Group *3 terms a year (Each term starts in January, April and September).
Japanese aptitude	Beginner / Intermediate
Participation fee	￥300 / 1 session *Lump – sum payment at the beginning of each term.
Inquiry	E-mail:  meguro@unesco.or.jp For more information, please click here to visit the website.

Midorigaoka Japanese Chat

Date and time	Tuesday 10:00 – 12:00
Place	Midorigaoka Bunka Kaikan
Lesson style	Person to person
Japanese aptitude	Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
Participation fee	￥100 / 1 session
Inquiry	mimozasy329@yahoo.co.jp