Japanese Language Program for Teachers of the Japanese Language

This program is a seven-week program designed to provide an opportunity to improve their Japanese-language skills which are necessary as teachers of Japanese language, as well as to deepen their knowledge of Japan. There will be NO lessons of Japanese-language teaching methodology.

Click here for application details (Application Instructions / Forms available for download)

Duration

FY2026：Tuesday, June 2, 2026 ～ Thursday, July 23, 2026 (tentative)
FY2027：Tuesday, June 1, 2027～Thursday, July 22, 2027 (tentative) *Applications Open

Eligibility (FY2027)

• Individuals who teach Japanese language at overseas educational organization (Higher priority will be given to applicants aged 55 or under).
• Length of teaching Japanese-language: Individuals with 6 or more months of experience in teaching Japanese language.
• Japanese proficiency: Individuals who have proficiency in Japanese at either of the following levels at the time of application;

1. (1) Level A2 or lower in the JF Standard for Japanese-Language Education (JFS)
2. (2) Level N4 or N5 in the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), Level 3 or 4 in the old JLPT, or their equivalent
   * This program does not apply to applicants who have B1 or higher in the JFS.

※Please refer to the application instructions for other conditions.

Description of the Program (FY2027)

< Japanese Language>

Participants improve their proficiency using the Japanese language, which is necessary as teachers of Japanese language, through several language activities. Additionally, participants will develop their knowledge about Japanese language such as vocabulary and grammar.

< Japanese Culture/Japanese Society >

Participants will learn and experience Japanese culture and society that can be introduced to their Japanese-language classes through several ways such as lectures and workshops. In addition, field trip, visits to local schools and cultural demonstrations are planned.

Voices of Training Participants (Japanese only)

• 令和7（2025）年度海外日本語教師日本語研修
• 令和6（2024）年度海外日本語教師日本語研修
• 令和5（2023）年度海外日本語教師日本語研修

Application Procedures

• For information on how to apply for the training program, please click here (Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese Language).
• Applications will be accepted electronically through the Japan Foundation’s Online Application Portal.