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IRODORI Japanese Online Course

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Purpose
The course teaches Japanese communication needed in everyday life in Japan, using illustrations, audio, and video.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Mobile apps
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Headquarters
Tokyo, JapanRead 28 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Founded
1972Read 28 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Maker
The course is created and operated by The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai; the Foundation states that it was established in 1972.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Available levels
The guide says the course currently offers Elementary 1 (A2), while the FAQ also describes Starter (A1) and Elementary 2 (A2).Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Completion certificate
After completing all learning content, learners can take a test; a score of 80 or more earns a downloadable certificate, which is not official proof of Japanese proficiency.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Intended learners
The course is aimed mainly at adults overseas interested in Japanese for daily life and people who want to live and work in Japan, including under the Specified Skilled Worker status.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Languages offered
1Read 20 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Learning format
Lessons follow six steps, from learning the goal and vocabulary through listening, reading, practice, quizzes, and a self-check.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Offline app
Android users can use the practice content in an app offline; the app is for practice content.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Offline lessons
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Practice
Learners can practice vocabulary, kanji, grammar, and expressions, and choose lessons and practice methods.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Progress tracking
My Page records learning and practice history, progress, self-assessments, and learner-written work in a portfolio.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Security and privacy
The FAQ lists TLS 1.2 encrypted communication as a system requirement, and the terms say registration information is not disclosed to third parties except in specified circumstances.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Sign-in integrations
Users can register with or link Facebook and Google accounts.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Speech practice
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Study materials
Course contents, vocabulary and expression lists, kanji lists, and grammar materials can be viewed and downloaded as PDFs.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp
Technical requirements
The FAQ lists Windows 11 or later, macOS 14 or later, iOS 18 or later, and Android 14 or later, with supported browsers and an internet connection.Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp

Plans and prices

Free Free Courses offered free of charge · course periods apply Read 12 Oct 2026 · irodori-online.jpf.go.jp

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