Japanese-Language-Teachers Training Program to Accept Foreign Nationals (Japanese Language)

This program is a five-week onsite training program for teachers of the Japanese language at overseas organizations that provide Japanese-language educational programs for those who come to Japan on the working visa: Specified Skilled Worker, etc. The aim of the program is for the participants to improve their Japanese language and to deepen their knowledge on Japanese affairs, society, and culture.

Duration

September 29, 2025 (Tue.) to November 4, 2026 (Wed.) (tentative)

Eligibility

Institution and organizations in countries listed below, that provide Japanese-language education to people who are expected to reside and work in Japan by working visa: Specified Skilled Worker, etc.. Applications from individuals will not be accepted.

• Qualified Areas: Mongolia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan
• Participants must satisfy the following conditions, in addition to “Eligibility [Common to All Courses]”.

1. (1) Individuals with 1 or more years of experience in teaching Japanese language (Higher priority will be given to applicants aged 55 or under).
2. (2) Individuals who have a proficiency in Japanese of Level N4 in the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), Level 3 in the old JLPT, or their equivalent. Level A2 in the JF Standard for Japanese-Language Education (JFS), or their equivalent.

※Please refer to the application instructions for other conditions.

Description of the Program

<Japanese Language>

Using "IRODORI: Japanese for Life in Japan", developed by JFJLI, Urawa, as the main textbook, participants will improve their ability to communicate in Japanese, which is necessary for living in Japan.

<Understanding Japanese affairs, society and culture>

Participants will learn about the affairs, society and culture of Japan that are useful for life and work in the country.