Supporting Children Who Have Just Arrived in Japan – Yokohama's 'Place'
Yokohama is providing support to children with foreign roots through Japanese language and lifestyle education to help them adjust smoothly to school life.
To enhance Japanese language instruction, the government plans to change laws to make support staff official school employees
The Japanese Ministry of Education plans to revise regulations to officially designate Japanese language support assistants and native language support staff as school employees, aiming to strengthen education for students who require Japanese language instruction.
Despite Population Decline, the Number of People Learning Japanese is 30 Times Higher - Manga and Anime as a Gateway
The growing interest in learning Japanese has surged 30-fold globally, driven by the popularity of Japanese manga and anime, despite Japan's ongoing population decline.
Coming to Japan with Zero Japanese, Thoughts on the Learning and Support Environments Not Found
The article discusses the challenges faced by foreign residents in Japan, particularly those without Japanese language skills, and the necessity for accessible education and support systems for them.
Is it okay for night schools to become public Japanese language schools? What environmental improvements are necessary now?
The article discusses the role of night schools in Japan in providing Japanese language education to foreign residents who have missed compulsory education, emphasizing the importance of this education for social integration and stability.
The 'Non-Exclusion Norm' of Night Schools and the Inclusion of Japanese Language Education: Remaining Subtle Issues
The article discusses the role of night schools in Japan, particularly how they are adapting to include foreign nationals seeking Japanese language education, while highlighting lingering challenges in this integration.