Understand the expression
See what it means and when it fits a real conversation.
YOUR JAPANESE. OUT IN THE WORLD.
You know it.
Now, say it.
The Japanese you’ve studied deserves a voice.
Turn JLPT grammar into conversations about your life, your experiences, and your ideas. A three-month speaking course at your level.
N4 · N3 · N2 / Three months / Online
LET YOUR IDEAS GO FURTHER
わかるから、
話せるへ。
Start with one sentence.
See where the conversation takes you.
Go beyond a longer answer. Explain your reasoning, add context, and bring your perspective into the conversation.
自分の考えまで、伝わる日本語。Make room for what you really mean.
START WITH ONE SENTENCE
日本語を勉強しています。
I’m studying Japanese.もっと教えて。Tell me more.
Choose a direction to explore.
理由 / BUILD ON YOUR THOUGHT
仕事で自分の意見を伝える際に、言葉を選びすぎてしまうので、もっと自然に話せるようになりたいんです。
I overthink my choice of words when sharing opinions at work, so I want to speak more naturally.An N2-level example. In your lesson, we adapt the questions and expressions to your level.
THE NEXT STEP
The words are there.
Let’s bring them out.
You recognize the grammar. But in a conversation, the right words don’t always come.
Your study has given you something to build on. Here, you practice reaching for that knowledge, adding a detail, and keeping the exchange going.
“I understand it, but I can’t use it yet.”
“My answers are shorter than my ideas.”
“I want to sound more like myself.”
THREE LEVELS. YOUR NEXT STEP.
Find your next conversation.
Three-month courses. Choose by what you can say today—and what you want to say next.
CONNECT YOUR IDEAS
Tell the whole story.
Share an experience with the details that keep a conversation going.
You can manage basic exchanges and want to explain what happened, why, and what comes next.
01Experiences & changes02Reasons & results03Explaining & following up
Expressions you’ll practice
〜てくる / 〜とおりに / 〜代わりに
Talk to Ryu about N3N3 / YOUR VOICE, WITH MORE DETAIL
FROM A SHORT ANSWER
週末は家にいました。
TO A CONNECTED THOUGHT
雨が降ったので、出かける代わりに家で映画を見ました。思ったよりおもしろかったので、友達にもすすめたいです。
It rained, so I watched a movie at home instead of going out. It was more interesting than I expected, so I want to recommend it to a friend.
Illustrative practice example, not a promised result.
Topics shown are practice examples. Start dates, schedules, and lesson counts are confirmed when you inquire.
A SMALL TASTE OF THE LESSON
You picked the answer.
Now make it yours.
Try the sample for your selected level. Choose an expression, say the sentence out loud, then add something from your own life.
N3 PRACTICE SAMPLE01 / CHOOSE AN EXPRESSION
雨なので、出かける（ ）家で映画を見ます。
Choose an answer to open your speaking prompt.
THE WAY WE PRACTICE
Start small. Add a little.
Say something that’s yours.
Use it out loud
Try short sentences, exchanges, and role-plays.
Make it your own
Add a reason or an experience. Answer a follow-up question.
Reflect and return
Revisit your lesson and vocabulary, then try saying it again.
BEYOND THE LIVE LESSON
Keep the conversation going.
A little preparation. Focused conversation. A clear next step.
01BEFORE
Prepare with a cheat sheet
Preview expressions and examples, and think of something you could talk about.
02DURING
Practice in a live lesson
Move from a model sentence to your own words. Get feedback and try your sentence again.
03AFTER
Review what you actually practiced
Revisit what went well and what needs another try. Use JLPT Learning for vocabulary and lesson review.
Ryu YamadaKenbun AcademyYOUR TEACHER
Your ideas.
Your experiences.
Your Japanese.
Hi, I’m Ryu.
I teach Japanese speaking at Kenbun Academy.
We start with something you can say. Then we add a detail, connect an idea, and try again. The aim is to help you talk about the things that matter to you.
Let’s talk about your goalsGOOD QUESTIONS
Before you join.
Do I need to have passed the JLPT?
No. Your learning experience and current speaking ability help us find the right course. You can also join to put a level you have already studied into practice.
Will I finish an entire JLPT level in three months?
Three months is the course period, not a guarantee of completing every topic or passing the exam. The focus is using expressions in conversation.
What if I’m not sure about my level?
Tell Ryu what you’ve studied and what feels difficult when you speak. We’ll talk through which course fits your next step.
How much does it cost?
These are paid courses. Contact Ryu for the current course details and tuition before you enroll.
When are the lessons?
Start dates, time zones, schedules, and lesson counts are confirmed for the course you’re considering. Include your availability when you get in touch.
YOUR NEXT CONVERSATION STARTS HERE
What would you
love to say next?
I keep groups small so everyone gets plenty of time to speak. Enrollment opens when there’s room in a group. Choose a level and send me your contact details. I’ll follow up by email about availability and next steps.
ASK ABOUT THE NEXT OPENING