Japanese for Travel
Learn practical Japanese essentials for your next trip in this online, travel-focused short course. Designed to help you communicate simply and confidently, the course covers everyday situations such as getting around, ordering food, shopping and interacting politely with locals.
With a strong focus on speaking and listening, classes are interactive and supportive, helping you feel more comfortable using Japanese in common travel scenarios without getting bogged down in complex grammar.
This course is ideal for travellers seeking a friendly, practical introduction to Japanese, and can also act as a stepping stone into regular Japanese language study.
Course Content
- Greetings and basics: Introduce yourself, make simple connections and use essential everyday expressions.
- Navigation and transport: Use public transport, ask for directions and understand common signage.
- Food, shopping and etiquette: Order meals, manage everyday transactions, understand social norms and ask for help.
Schedule & Pricing
- 18 May 2026 to 22 Jun 2026, Mondays 7:30 PM–9:30 PM, online via Zoom, $179. This session is marked as cancelled.
- 4 Aug 2026 to 1 Sep 2026, Tuesdays 7:30 PM–9:30 PM, online via Zoom, $189.
- 15 Oct 2026 to 12 Nov 2026, Thursdays 7:30 PM–9:30 PM, online via Zoom, $189.
Additional Information
- Zoom details will be provided with enrolment confirmation.
- No textbook is required for this course.
- Enrol in three Japanese language courses to receive an automatic 15% bundle discount.
Details
You will learn
- Use essential greetings, introductions and polite everyday expressions.
- Ask for directions, use transport and understand common travel situations.
- Order food, shop confidently and ask for help with simple problems.
You will get
- Interactive online lessons focused on speaking and listening.
- Practical Japanese phrases for real travel scenarios.
- A friendly introduction that can lead into further Japanese study.
Appropriate for
Travellers planning a trip to Japan, beginners with little or no Japanese, learners wanting a short practical introduction, and people refreshing basic Japanese for travel.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook and pen.
- A device with a stable internet connection.
- A willingness to engage and learn.
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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