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Japanese 104 Course

This course is designed for learners who want to express themselves more naturally in Japanese and get ready for the Intermediate course.

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Start speaking more naturally and confidently in casual Japanese.
Express opinions, give advice, and connect with others on a deeper level.

12 live lessons (120 minutes once a week x 12 weeks)

Private Office hours in between each class for Q&A

Use Casual speech with verbs, adjectives, and nouns

Express opinions & give reasons naturally in conversation

Weekly personalized feedback on speaking & Writing homework, and class performance

ANKI decks with audio + lifelong access to slides, recordings, and other materials

Learning Community: Access to our Discord community to connect with enthusiastic learners like yourself

Testimonials

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Nafiha Nasar (verified owner)April 10, 2025

Japanese 104 was perfect through and through. The lessons had lots of clarity with real life examples, interactive parts making the learning experience a lot more fun and many opportunities to improve further outside class. All the tutors were extremely helpful in and outside class with feedback. Although I personally wasn’t able to attend the live lessons due to time differences, I didn’t feel like I was falling behind! They were open to questions and helping via email and office hours. Always grateful for their assistance in my Japanese learning journey! Looking forward to the next step!

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Lucas da Silva (verified owner)April 10, 2025

Simply put, 104 was a fantastic class for me! It makes you really think through during all the exercises and during class as well. The foundations that 104 give you are incredible! With the new grammar we learned during 104, I felt way more comfortable to communicate during my visit to Japan, not just communicate but actually hold conversations going past the basics! Highly recommended, like all the other NihongoDekita classes! 😊 本当にありがとうございました!

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Edgar Hernandez (verified owner)May 22, 2025

I already had some Japanese under my belt, but 102-104 really changed my views when it comes to learning the language. Sayaka Sensei is an amazing teacher, her staff are awesome at supporting everyone at every single step of the way. The homework is challenging and it’s incredibly satisfying to see yourself improving along side other like minded people…. Stop thinking about picking up the courses… DO IT, you have no idea how helpful they are just learning along side others that want the same. Sayaka has created an amazing community that you just need to see and believe.

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Jared (verified owner)July 14, 2024

The 104 class was challenging, but I also found it very rewarding. The material is taught in a very relaxed and natural setting with a lot of review and practice. I loved the class and there was so much fun and humor, which I believe helped with the learning process. I highly recommend the course to anyone wanting to continue learning more Japanese, even if you are uncertain or concerned about being left behind. It’s very easy for the different grammar or conjugations to get mixed up in your head, but don’t let that dissuade you. All the teachers are very helpful and there is plenty of explanation, review, and practice.

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Demetra Reynolds (verified owner)May 9, 2024

After 3 months of self-learning Japanese, I started classes with Nihongo Dekita for guidance, output practice, and motivation to keep going . I was a little nervous but I found the teachers to be encouraging and the classes were supportive. It was also nice to meet other Japanese learners! You do have to put in the work to learn, but after completing levels 101-104, I can say that it was well worth it! I’ve since been able to continue my learning journey with classes in other organizations and found I was well prepared. Thank you, Nihongo Dekita!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to have taken Japanese 103 before joining?

Not necessarily. This course is for learners who can already build basic sentences using verbs, adjectives, and particles. If you’re unsure, take our placement test and we’ll recommend the best fit.

2. What if I don’t know which course is right for me?

Please take our placement test and we’ll review your results to guide you. You can also email us at [email protected] for extra consultation.

3. What materials do I need?

All materials are provided — class slides, PDF sheets, and ANKI decks with audio, and other supplemental materials to enhance your learning.

4. Will this course focus more on speaking or grammar?

Both — but the main focus is speaking. You’ll learn grammar in context and practice it through conversations, pair work, and homework so you can use it naturally.

5. What if I miss a class?

All lessons are recorded, and you’ll have lifetime access to recordings and slides. You can also book office hours if you have extra questions or want speaking practice.

6. How many students will be in the class?

Maximum 20 students, with 2 or more teachers in each class to give personalized feedback and ensure plenty of speaking time.

7. What is the total investment for this course?

The course is $899 USD (+ transaction fee) (valued at $2,070 USD).

A payment plan is also available at $225/month for 4 months.

Your enrollment includes 24 hours of live lessons, a final 2-hour speaking session with Sayaka, 1-on-1 office hours, weekly personalized feedback on speaking and writing, learning materials and flashcards, and lifetime access to recordings and our global community.

8. Can I defer to a later course if something comes up?

Yes — deferment is possible until 12 days after the first class (Week 2 Review Homework deadline), and only once per course. Please see our deferment policy for details.

9. What’s your refund policy?

Refunds are available up to 14 days before the course starts. After that, refunds are not possible as your spot is reserved and materials are prepared.

Location:

Yokohama, Japan

Site: nihongodekita.com

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