Do you want to learn more about Japanese culture? Are you interested in traveling to Japan? Take the time to learn more about the culture, food, traditions, and etiquette before you go. 

**This is a self-paced class. There are no live meetings. I offer a live section of Journey to Japan that is an ongoing club in a separate listing. I decided to make a flex version of the class for students who are interested, but not able to attend the live meetings. This format works well if you learner prefers to work independently or is uncomfortable with live video chat. **

This self-paced class is taught with pre-recorded videos, Kahoot, and online discussions on the Outschool Classroom message board  the teacher. 

Each week students will: 
- view the recorded lesson 
- take a quiz using the link posted in the classroom from Kahoot to check their comprehension 
- participate in the online discussions in the Outschool Classroom with classmates and the teacher 
- view optional bonus videos from freely available sources related to the content in class

Research for this course is based on my experiences living and working in Japan for two years. I also collaborate with friends of mine who are Japanese who still live in Japan when deciding on content to teach in this course. I think the best way to learn about different cultures is to communicate directly with people who are part of these cultures. 

All materials and information in this course comes from Japanese individuals and from people who have spent time properly researching Japanese culture, history, and traditions. 


Class Schedule 

Week 1 
Japanese Etiquette: Dos and Don'ts for Travelers in Japan 
Do take off your shoes when asked. Don't blow your nose in public. Learn more dos and don'ts that all travelers should know before booking a trip to Japan. 

Week 2 
Popular Japanese Foods: An Overview
Sushi, ramen, matcha, mochi, and more! Find out more about popular foods from Japan. 

Week 3 
Anime, Cosplay, & Manga
What is anime and manga? How did it become popular worldwide? What is cosplay? Learn all this and more. 

Week 4
Tokyo
Let's explore the capital city of Japan from the skyscrapers and shopping centers to temples and Mount Fuji. 

Week 5
Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto
Discover things to do from Osaka Castle and Mount Rokko to breath-taking temples, shrines, and Japanese tea ceremonies. 

Week 6 
How to Plan a Trip to Japan 
Learn how to plan your dream vacation to Japan!



***Please note: This is a self-paced schedule class. There are no schedule live video chats. Students will complete view the recorded lesson, take online quizzes from the website Kahoot using the link posted in Outschool Classroom, and participate in online discussions in the Outschool Classroom discussion board at their own pace by the end of the week. This course format works well if your learner prefers independent work or is uncomfortable with live video chat.***