JLPTUFS: Japanese Language Program of TUFS
- Japanese Program Outline The Japanese Language Program of Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (JLPTUFS) is designed to teachJapanese to international students studying at TUFS.

The program’s curriculum is geared toward students whowould like to learn Japanese for academic purposes.
At TUFS, the Spring Term begins in April and the Fall Term begins in October. JLPTUFS lasts for the 13weeks of each term.

However, please be aware that if a class has an insufficient number of students, it may not

be held that term.

Program Outline
The Japanese Language Program has eight class levels to accommodate the varying language proficiencies ofstudents: Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, Pre-Advanced, Advanced 1,Advanced 2, and Upper Advanced.
The following table shows which course(s) students in different categories will be allowed to enroll in.
Where “ ” is written, priority will be given to those students officially enrolled in the specified course. Where“” is written, students may enroll in the specified courses only if there are enough places available. Themaximum student enrollment varies from 10 to 20 depending on the type of the classes.

IntensiveCourse

International Student Category

Regular Course
Integrated

FocusedPreparatory Research students
Teacher training students
Research students
ISEPTUFS students
Japanese studies students
J3 Students
Visiting students<Schedule from student’s arrival in Japan to the start of Japanese language classes>
Japanese Language Orientation: Students in all categories will be informed about the Japanese Language Programof TUFS. Students will also learn about the procedures to register for courses.
Those students who have not yet taken the placement test will be required to do so. Those who have not yet
learned to read and write Hiragana will be required to take the Hiragana class.

11Orientation Schedule (By Student Category)- ISEPTUFS Students:
April 4 (Mon.)

10:00 to 11:00

PLACE: Large Conference Room, Administration Bldg. 2F

11:00 to 11:30 PLACE: Middle Conference Room, Administration Bldg. 2F- Research Students:
April 4 (Mon.)

10:00 to 11:30 PLACE: Large Conference Room, Administration Bldg. 2F- Preparatory Research Students:
April 4 (Mon.)

11:00 to 11:30 PLACE: Room.103, 1F, Japanese Language Center- Teacher Training Students:
April 5 (Tue.)

11:00 to 11:30

PLACE: Room 511, 5F, Japanese Language Center

10:00 to 11:30

PLACE: Room 214, 2F, Japanese Language Center- Japanese Studies Students:April 5 (Tue.)- J3 Students:TBA

If you have not learned Japanese, takeIf you have learned some Japanese, take

Hiragana Class:Placement Test:

Students must learn the basics of the JapaneseStudents must take the placement test to determine

writing system (Hiragana).

their Japanese level.
TIME & DATE: April 4 (Mon.) 12:40 to 14: 40
PLACE: Japanese Language Center

TIME & DATE: April 4 (Mon.) 12:40 to 14: 40

ISEPTUFS Students: Room 216
Research Students: Room 103 and 107
Preparatory Research Students : Room 215
J3 Students / Visiting Students : Room 215

PLACE: Room 214, 2F, Japanese Language CenterIf your category is not listed above, please consult withthe Student Exchange Division. Please bring yourown pencils, an eraser and Student Identification
Card to the testing room.
Students who did not take Kanji Classes in theprevious terms and for the first time wish to take Class
901 to 904 this term are required to take the Kanji
placement test.
TIME & DATE: April 4 (Mon.) 11:00 to 11:30
PLACE: Room 217, 2F, Japanese Language CenterPlacement Test Level Announcement:11:00, April 5 (Tue.) 1F Bulletin Board, Japanese Language Center
Also, Kanji placement test level announcement will be up on 11:00, April 5 (Tue.).
Registration Consultation: Please consult your student advisor directly.
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Start of formal classes: April 6 (Wed.)
Students should buy required textbooks at the university bookstore when they decide to register particular classes.
However, at the beginning of the term while students are trying classes out and deciding which classes to register
for, it is not necessary for them to do so. Photocopying textbooks is prohibited.
Deadline for Course Registration: April 19 (Tue.)
Students should write the names of the required classes that they are accepted into on “Class Registration Card”(printed in pink) and submit it to the Student Exchange Division, 1F, Administration Building.
NOTE: If you wish to participate in JLPTUFS, be sure to FILL OUT AND TURN IN THE CLASSREGISTRATION CARD above by the deadline. Otherwise, you will be considered as “uninterested in learning
Japanese” and become unable to register for classes.

Hiragana ClassInternational students who are learning Japanese for the first time must participate in the Hiragana Class. Thisclass will teach students Hiragana, elementary letters. Textbooks used in all Japanese language classes are written
entirely in Japanese, so students will be expected to be able to read and write using Hiragana by the start of classes.
Students who have learned Hiragana in the Hiragana class will be able to study Japanese effectively.

Different Types of Classes Offered
Japanese language classes are divided into the “Intensive” and “Regular” courses. The chart on the next pagelists all classes offered each term, along with their codes.

The “Intensive Course” Level 100 and 200, each has

10 periods per week. The “Regular Course” is further divided into “Integrated Classes” and “Focused Classes”
which focus on specific aspects of Japanese.
In the former, Class 301, 401 and 501 (each 5 periods per week), Class 601 (3 periods), and Class 701 (2periods) are offered. In the latter, starting from Level 100, each class at all levels has 1 period per week.
However, at the “Upper Advanced” (800 level), “Integrated Class” is not available but instead six “FocusedClasses”. Students should choose their classes according to their Japanese language level, their own interests
and the language skills they want to improve.
Kanji Class (1 period per week for Class 901, 902, 903 and 904) is held for students enrolled at or above
Level 200. Students interested in taking the Kanji Class are recommended to take the following classes:
Class 901 if they are at Level 200 or 300
Class 902 if they are at Level 400 or 500
Class 903 if they are at Level 600
Class 904 if they are at Level 700 or higher
Students who did not take Kanji Classes in the previous terms and the newly-enrolled students that wish totake Class 901 to 904 for the first time this term are required to take the Kanji placement test.

Students

who have taken Kanji classes in the fall term 2015 and have passed the class can take the next level Kanji Class.
Students at or above Level 500 can enroll in the Pronunciation Course 911. Any student interested in taking
this course should attend the first session of the course.
13IntensiveCourse

Level

Regular Course
Integrated
Classes

Focused Classes

Kanji

Elementary

100

writing

oral

100~

(10 periods)

114

115

200

oral
215
oral
315
oral
415

Pre-Intermediate
200~
Intermediate 1301~
Intermediate 2401~

301(5 periods)
401(5 periods)

grammar311
grammar411

reading
312
reading412

listening313
listening
413

writing214
writing314
writing414

501(5 periods)

grammar511

reading512

listening
513

writing
514

oral
515

Advanced 1601

grammarreadinglisteningwritingoralcurrent

Kanji

601~

(3 periods)

611

612

613

614

615

616

903

Advanced 2

701

grammarreadinglisteningwritingoralcurrent

business

701~(2 periods)

711

712

713

714

715

716

718

Kanji

UpperAdvanced

reading

drama

writingoralcurrentbusiness

904

801~

812

817

814

815

816

88

(10 periods)

Pre-Advanced
501~

Kanji
901

Kanji
902

grammar = Vocabulary & Grammar, writing = Written Expression, oral = Oral Communication, current= Current Japanese Studies,
drama=Japanese Drama and Documentaries, business=Business Japanese, writing 814 = Academic Writing,pro = Pronunciation.

Turning in the “Class Registration Card”
Once students have decided for which classes to register, they should make sure that the number of classperiods is appropriate, that the Japanese language classes do not conflict with other classes that students plan totake, and that the level of the course is appropriate to their competence.

Once checked, the students must write

the names of classes on the Class Registration Card (printed in pink) and turn it in to the Student Exchange
Division.

However, students should be aware of the fact that depending on their student category (researchstudent, etc.), they may be required to take specific classes.
If you have any questions regarding class registration, you may consult with the instructor responsible for theprogram, especially after receiving results from the placement test.

Changing Class Levels
Changing class levels is possible; however, this is a procedure that must take place within two weeks of thestart of classes.

If a student would like to change levels, he or she should discuss it with the class levelcoordinator. The class level coordinator will reconsider the student’s level based on the placement test results
and interview.

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pro.

pro.
911

Level (Class code)

Class level Coordinator

Elementary(100 ~ 115)

FUJIMORI Hiroko

Pre-Intermediate(200 ~ 215)

OKA Yoko

Intermediate 1(301 ~ 315)

KANEKO Hiroko

Intermediate 2(401 ~ 415)

KUDO Kanako

Pre-Advanced(501 ~ 515)

HANAZONO Satoru

Advanced 1(601 ~ 616)SUZUKI Mika

Advanced 2(701 ~ 718)

OTSU Tomomi

Upper Advanced(812 ~ 816)

OTSU Tomomi

Changing Classes
As explained above, changing classes and levels is possible within two weeks of the start of classes. If astudent wishes to change classes, he or she must inform the instructors about the reasons for such a change.
Then, the student must inform the class level coordinator about the new class and complete the registration
procedures. Once all changes in the classes have taken place, the student must inform both the class level
coordinator and the student advisor.

International Student Category

Student Advisor

Preparatory Research Students

HANAZONO Satoru

Teacher Training Students

OTSU Tomomi

Research Students

KUDO Kanako

ISEPTUFS Students

Fujimori Hiroko

Japanese Studies Students

SUZUKI Mika

Visiting Students / J3 Students

IJUIN Ikuko

Purchasing Textbooks
Textbooks may be purchased in the COOP bookstore in University Hall. Note that you won’t be able toattend classes without textbooks once your class registration is completed.

Class Enrollment and Credits
Students, depending on their categories, may receive credits for the Japanese classes in JLPTUFS.

For moredetails, students should consult with their student advisors.
International students who are taking Japanese language classes as preparation for further education,
undergraduate students of TUFS and research students enrolled in the TUFS graduate program will not receive
credit. However, a certificate of enrollment will be issued if necessary.

15Grades for Enrolled Classes
Grades for classes in the Japanese Language Program of TUFS will be based upon the instructors’ evaluationsof the following areas:
1. Quizzes

2. Mid-term and Final Examinations 3. Course Assignments and homework

4. Class participation 5. Achievement in other coursework given by instructors.
Final grades will be given on the following scale: S=90-100(outstanding), A=80-89 (excellent), B=70-79(good), C=60-69 (pass), F=0-59 (fail). When a student, whose level is between 100 and 600, successfully receives
S, A or B in three credits (excluding Kanji and Pronunciation classes), he or she is eligible to study at a higher
level in the next term. 700 level students who successfully receive S, A or B in two credits are eligible to study at
800 level from the next term. C and F grades indicate that a student does not have sufficient Japanese proficiency
to progress to a higher level.
The grades (including F) of Japanese classes are also converted into GPA for research students , ISEPTUFS
students, Japanese studies students, and J3 students.

Class Attendance
Attendance of classes in the Japanese Language Program is recorded by the Student Exchange Division. The
Ministry of Justice’s Immigration Bureau requires TUFS to record the students’ class attendance in case aninternational student’s attendance record is needed. If the attendance rate is lower than 80 percent, the student
shall not receive a grade for that class in principle. Please note that a low attendance rate also may result in losing
your international student status.

Recognition of Program Completion
Recognition of completion of the Japanese Language Program of TUFS depends on the requirements of thestudent category an international student belongs to. Therefore, there is no general requirement for recognition ofcompletion of the program. For details about program completion requirements, please consult your studentadvisor.

Rules Pertaining to Exams and Tests
A student who cheats during quizzes or mid-term and final examinations will instantly lose his or her
qualifications to complete the class. Furthermore, that student’s entire class registrations will be invalidated.

Supplementary Exams and Make-up Exams for Mid-terms and Finals
Students must take mid-term and final examinations for Japanese classes on the dates set by their instructors.
However, if a student is unable to take them for a given reason, he or she must inform the instructor of the reason
and ask for a supplementary or make-up examination. A detailed schedule for mid-term and final examinations
will be posted on the bulletin board.

16Bulletin Board
The Japanese Language Program Bulletin Board is located on the first floor of the Japanese Language Center.
This is different from the bulletin board in front of the TUFS main administration building. Notices about tests
and classroom changes, as well as important notices for students will be posted here. Please check this bulletinboard every day.

Report Submission Box
In the student mail room on the first floor of the Japanese Language Center, there is a report box. This box isused for submitting homework. Your teacher will instruct you when to use it.

Expulsion
Students in the Japanese Language Program may be prohibited from attending classes for the following
reasons:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Absence amounting to more than 20 percent of registered class hours
Frequent absence from class without reason
Failure to pay class fees to the university
Difficulty in keeping up with coursework due to absence from class and other reasons
In such cases, the student will not be graded and will not receive recognition for attending the program.

Issuance of Documents
If necessary, the below-listed certificates will be issued.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Transcript of Grades
Attendance Record
Recognition of Credit Certificate
Other Documents

Class TimesClass periods of the Japanese Language Program are as follows:
Class Time
8:30 ~ 10:00
10:10 ~ 11:40
LUNCH
12:40 ~ 14:10
14:20 ~ 15:50
16:00 ~ 17:30

Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 517

Spring 2016 Academic Calendar for the Japanese Language Program
Term of Spring 2016 (April to July)

Schedule
Placement Test

April 4 (Mon.) 12:40 to 14:40

Hiragana Class

April 4 (Mon.) 12:40 to 14:40

Announcement of Levels

April 5 (Tue.) 11:00

Class starts

April 6 (Wed.)

Japanese Class Registration

April 6 (Wed.) ~ April 19 (Tue.)

Japanese Class Registration Adjustment

April 20 (Wed.) ~ April 28 (Thu.)

Classes on a national holiday

April 29 (Fri.), May 3 (Tue.)

Mid-term Examinations

To be announced

No Class (for the annual boat race)

June 3 (Fri.)

Final Examinations

To be announced

Return/Inspection of the Exam

To be announced

Class ends

July 8 (Fri.)* Classes are not held on national holidays except for April 29 and May 3. Please be aware that not all national
holidays are listed in the schedule above.

Emergency Situations:
In cases like those below, please call the Student Exchange Division, and follow their instructions.
1. Absence from class due to transportation strike
2. Cancellation or rescheduling of classes due to transportation strike
3. Absence due to illness
4. Cancellation or rescheduling of classes due to typhoons
5. Other18

Questions and Concerns:
1. Please consult the instructor of each class regarding the following:
Questions regarding the class
Questions regarding studying
Questions regarding textbook or course materials
Questions regarding absence from class
Questions regarding tests and exams
Questions regarding grades and evaluations
2. Please consult your class level coordinator regarding the following:
Questions regarding Japanese language class level
Questions regarding class changes and registration
Questions regarding advancement to higher level classes
3. Please consult your student advisor regarding the following:
Questions and concerns regarding class changes and registration
Questions regarding the recognition of credit or completion of the program
Questions and concerns regarding personal problems
Questions and concerns regarding your studies that you cannot discuss with the instructor
Concerns regarding the need for an extended absence from class
Questions and concerns regarding living in Japan
Questions and concerns regarding travel outside of Japan, including returning to your homecountry
4. Please consult the staff of the Student Exchange Division regarding the following:
Questions and concerns regarding the “Class Registration Card” printed in pink
Concerns regarding various certificates and documents
5. Please inform the Student Exchange Division in case of the following:
Changes in your address or phone number
Plans to return to your home country or travel outside of Japan19List of Faculty of the Japanese Language Program of TUFS
Faculty Names

Office Room No.

Telephone No.

Professor

ITO Sukero

109 (Center Director’s office)330-5758

Professor

KOBAYASHI Yukie

608

330-5873

Professor

FUJIMURA Tomoko

506

330-5768

Professor

FUJIMORI Hiroko

507

330-5769

Associate Professor

IJUIN Ikuko

611

330-5432

Associate Professor

OTSU Tomomi

609

330-5784

Associate Professor

KANEKO Hiroko

606

330-5781

Associate Professor

KUDO Kanako

619

330-5793

Associate Professor

SUZUKI Mika

614

330-5788

Associate Professor

HANAZONO Satoru

505

330-5767

Assistant Professor

Utsumi Yoko

513

330-5773

Assistant Professor

OKA Yoko602

330-5777

Assistant Professor

TORAMARU Masumi

605

330-5780

Lecturer

ATAKA Noriko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

IE Misako

504

330-5766

Lecturer

ISHIDA Eriko504

330-5766

Lecturer

UEMURA Yoshiko504

330-5766

Lecturer

OOKI Rie

504

330-5766

Lecturer

KAN Kinchu

504

330-5766

Lecturer

KUMADA Michiko504

330-5766

Lecturer

TAKANO Aiko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

TASHIRO Hitomi

504

330-5766

Lecturer

NAKAMURA Noriko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

NAKAZAWA Sakiko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

NISHIJIMA Eriko504

330-5766

Lecturer

HAYASHI Kaori

504

330-5766

Lecturer

FUKUOKA Rieko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

FUKUSHIMA Sachi

504

330-5766

Lecturer

FUKUMURA Makiko

504

330-5766

Lecturer

MAEDA Maki504

330-5766

Lecturer

MIYAJIMA Atsuko

504

330-5766

Japanese Language Program of TUFS OfficeStudent Exchange Division

Administration Bldg., 1F

Address:
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies
Japanese Language Center for International Students
3-11-1 Asahi-cho, Fuchu-shi
Tokyo, JAPAN 183-8534 TEL: (042) 330-5761
20042-330-5184