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Is there a place that teaches the Japanese language online, and what are some ways to get into an art focused job in Japan? #Spring26

I am a Senior in high-school right now, and I'm going to go to college to study art. My dream is to go live in Japan one day, and either teach art or join a company and be a character designer. The school I am going to attend does not teach the Japanese language, and I am guessing there are very few collages that do. Does anyone know of an online, or in-person Japanese course that is quality and affordable? Also, any tips on getting an art-focused career in Japan? Thank y'all!

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Haruhiko’s Answer

Hello. There are several ways that you can learn Japanese not so expensively. First, visit a website like NHK world which has a lot of free learning materials. Also, if you want to take a lesson, visit Japan society website. They offer also learning materials and Japanese language courses. I’m not sure the cost. And I know many people are learning Japanese by watching anime and dramas online. In addition, some community college offer online Japanese language courses. You need to research that which local community college offers it. And there might be any local Japanese community group you can join. As far as art opportunities, you should try contacting Japan foundation New York. Their website has a lot of information about Japan and Japanese culture. Good luck!
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much for the advice! I will go and check out those websites you suggested! Emma
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Saya’s Answer

It's wonderful to hear you're interested in Japan and its culture. I suggest exploring what excites you most, whether it's watching YouTube videos about Japanese art and characters or enjoying Japanese TV shows. With so many online resources and apps available, there's no single best way to learn. Personally, I dive into things that interest me because they don't feel like a chore. If something doesn't engage me, like Duolingo, I quickly lose interest despite my efforts.

My advice is to start creating once you've absorbed enough information. Watching content is helpful, but your learning will grow much faster if you start expressing what you've learned. This could be through journaling, sharing online, or joining a community with similar interests.

Having a unique interest at your age is fantastic. Best of luck!
Thank you comment icon Thank you very much for your advice! I appreciate the part about not just consuming information, but also taking what I learn and using it. This was a good reminder. Thank you so much! Emma
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