An introductory course to the Japanese language and the cultures of its speakers. This course is designed for students with very little or no knowledge of Japanese. It facilitates the practical application of the language in everyday oral and written communication at the beginning level. Since the focus will be on basic communication skills, the class will be conducted in Japanese as much as possible. Students will learn structures that will enable them to function in Japanese in everyday contexts while becoming familiar with the Japanese speaking world. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)

Japanese 121 is the continuation of Japanese 120. The course will continue to develop oral and written skills based on practical everyday needs. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A, Cal-GETC-3B)

A survey of major characteristics of Japanese culture as seen in Japan today. This course will compare and contrast traditional Japanese culture and values with the modern Japanese culture. This course will examine what role history has played in the development of traditional Japanese culture and the role western culture has played in the development of the modern Japanese culture. It will examine the issues that this dichotomy creates and the relationship between Japan and the western world. This course will be taught in English. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, Cal-GETC-3B)

The Community Service-Learning Experience (CSLE) is a community outreach program that supports the national agenda of volunteer engagement. This course offers students the opportunity to practice and apply their Japanese language skills in a community-based setting while exploring potential career paths. 54 hours paid or unpaid work experience persemester.

Japanese 220 is a continuation of Japanese 121. This course further develops students' proficiency in oral communication, listening comprehension, reading, and writing in Japanese. Emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary, mastering key grammatical structures, and deepening cultural understanding through authentic materials and interactive practice. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A, Cal-GETC-3B)

Japanese 221 is a continuation of Japanese 220. This course further develops students' proficiency in oral communication, listening comprehension, reading, and writing in Japanese. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B, 6A, Cal-GETC-3B)

The course will continue to develop students' oral, listening, reading, and writing skills, with particular emphasis on oral proficiency. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)

The course will continue to advance high-level oral, listening, reading, and writing skills, with a particular focus on oral proficiency. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2, IGETC-6A)