- Free wireless Internet access
- Study space
- A game console with a good selection of games
okinawa Chura Green Course
Japanese X SDGs Academic Course
Okinawa's natural beauty is worth protecting. The Green Course at GenkiJACS combines Japanese language learning with environmental action, community engagement, and sustainability-focused experiences. Use Japanese in real-world settings while taking part in projects that support local communities and the environment. Learn about the SDGs, develop practical language skills, and experience a side of Okinawa that most visitors never see.
- Why this Course?
- Practical Japanese Learning
- Community Connection
- Explore Okinawa’s Environment
Location
Our beautiful Okinawa school is in the biggest city in Okinawa, Naha City, and just minutes from the monorail line, for convenient access to the airport or downtown. A short monorail or bus ride takes you to Kokusai Street, the tourist center of the city, while world-class beaches and incredible tourist activities are another bus ride away. Read more about Okinawa here.
School Facilities
Our 5 spacious Japanese classrooms and student lounge all have large south-facing windows with a clear view of Okinawa’s beautiful blue sky. Classrooms are decorated in the local island style, the entrance is surrounded by tropical plants, and the lounge is a great place to brush up your Japanese. The school is a gorgeously designed open building that will inspire your studies and feel like a home away from home!
- Multimedia teaching facilities in every class
- Free coffee/tea
OKINAWA SCHOOL COURSES
Chura Green Course
Practical Japanese Learning
Use Japanese in real conversations and build confidence through classroom and field practice
Community Connection
Meet local people through exchange aand volunteer activities, and build meaningful ties
Explore Okinawa’s Environment
Learn nature, experiential activities through hands-on experiences.
course Details
20 lessons lessons/week
Pre-activity learning - 2 lessons
Field Activities: 6 hours/week
1 lesson = 50 minutes
Duration: 2 - 4 weeks
Entry Requirement JLPT N5 Level or previous Japanese study experience
Possible to add modules/add-ons
*Complete beginners start on the first Monday of the month (or the 1st & 3rd Mondays of June, July & August)
Pre-activity learning - 2 lessons
Field Activities: 6 hours/week
1 lesson = 50 minutes
Duration: 2 - 4 weeks
Entry Requirement JLPT N5 Level or previous Japanese study experience
Possible to add modules/add-ons
*Complete beginners start on the first Monday of the month (or the 1st & 3rd Mondays of June, July & August)
- per week
Module
Plus Conversation
Add four extra classes each week of conversational Japanese. These extra classes focus on some of the interesting aspects of conversational Japanese such as slang, dialects, specialized vocabulary, and more.
Conversation
Module
Plus Cultural Activities
Learn about the wonderful culture of Japan while learning the language. You will have 2-3 "cultural experience" lessons every Saturday, including Okinawa's traditional culture learning!
Cultural activities
Module
Plus Marine Activities
Enjoy all the Marine activities Okinawa has to offer while learning the language. You will have 2-3 "marine experiences" per week.
Plus Marine ActivitiesUNIQUE POINTS
Use Japanese with confidence while taking part in environmental and community activities, experience Okinawa's natural beauty beyond tourism, meet local people who share their knowledge and culture, and build a genuine connection with the island.
Learn Japanese Through Real Experiences
Go beyond the classroom by using Japanese in everyday situations, environmental projects, volunteer activities, and cultural experiences with the local community.
Discover the Real Okinawa
Experience Okinawa beyond the tourist trail through its unique nature, Ryukyuan culture, traditions, and the people who call the islands home.
Make a Positive Impact
Take part in sustainability and community initiatives that support Okinawa's environment while gaining a deeper understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Build Connections That Last
Meet local people, share authentic experiences, and develop the confidence, language skills, and sense of belonging that make Okinawa feel like a second home.
EXAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
- Beach and coastal clean-ups
- Environmental conservation activities
- Community volunteer activities
- Traditional Okinawan cultural experiences
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- Community exchange activities
- SDGs and sustainability learning
- Nature-based learning experiences
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
HOMESTAY
You will become a member of a Japanese family. Practise the Japanese you learned in school at your Okinawa home. Learn what a real Japanese home is like. Breakfast and dinner included.
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PRIVATE RESIDENCE
Private bedroom, shared facilities. Shared with other GenkiJACS students, Japanese residents or students of other schools. Closer to school.
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Private Apartment
Small studio apartment suited for 1 person. Comes fully furnished with all the standard amenities and is usually located very close to school!
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About Us
Accredited and award-winning Japanese school in Tokyo, Kyoto, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Nagoya. Learn real-world, communicative Japanese in small, intimate classes. Kickstart the journey of a lifetime in Japan, or bring your existing skills to new levels.
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