Business Japanese A

Business Japanese A

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Research support course

Graduate School of Social Sciences

All

KCWMS5MCA1

2.00Credits

講義 (Lecture)

Spring semester 2026

(Spring semester)

Yuzo KAKUDA

Part-Time lecturer

English

Japanese

4／8

After Class, in the classroom

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1◎／2◎／5◎

N/a

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Course Objectives
This course aims to prepare the students for careers in a Japanese business environment, where not only language, but the array of gestures and manners that accompany it are essential for a successful work life in Japan.

Learning Outcome
The students will become familiar with aspects of the Japanese language used in and necessary for navigating professional environments.

Subtitle of the Class
Honorific Japanese

Keywords of the Class
Communication(inc:Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing)Japanese

Course Overview
This course is designed for students who have various levels of Japanese language proficiency, and as such the language of instruction will be English. The advanced students will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the intricacies of the specialized language used in business contexts, while beginner and intermediate level students will become acquainted with the various layers of language, and the marked differences between colloquial Japanese and the Japanese used during business meetings. Students will also learn about business culture and business manners in Japan—essential aspects for successful communication.

Schedule
1.    Class orientation, Japanese language level check
2.    How many types of Japanese are there? Introduction to keigo.
3.    Keigo~ various uses
4.    Using keigo in context I
5.    Using keigo in context II
6.    Creating a business presentation I
7.    Creating a business presentation II
8.    Midterm
9.    Language and business manners I
10.    Language and business manners I
11.    Business culture I
12.    Business culture II
13.    Using keigo in context III
14.    Using keigo in context IV
15.     Review

In-person

Limited permission for use

Never enter confidential company information, personal information, or customer data. There is a risk that such data could be used for training purposes.

NIJ　テーマで学ぶ中級日本語

Relevant materials and references will be indicated in class.

【Pre-Learning】 Students are expected to use at least 60 minutes in preparation for each class, completing the indicated assignments and reviewing the content of the previous class.
【Post-Learning】 Students are expected to prepare for the midterm and the final exam by reviewing the content of each class.

As part of the class activities, the students will engage in group work meant to facilitate the comprehension of the provided
material, as well as in group discussions starting from the material.

Evaluation
S (90%~) excellent (thorough mastery of course material & concepts)
A (80%~) good (proficient grasp of most course material & concepts)
B (70%~) fair (general understanding of principal course material & concepts)
C (60%~) poor but passing (superficial familiarity with some course material)
In order to obtain the credits for this course, at least a C (60%) is necessary.

Evaluation methods:
Class participation (discussion, presentation) 25%, midterm 30%, final exam 45%

Feedback and explanations for the assignments and the midterm will be given in class.

Students are expected to actively participate in class activities and to prepare in advance by completing the indicated
assignments and reviewing the content of the previous class.