Learn How to Speak Japanese in Dallas

Why Study Japanese in Dallas

Learn Japanese for Work:  If you want to learn Japanese to advance in your career, you will be pleased to hear Dallas is becoming increasingly popular among Japanese companies. An article published by the Dallas Business Journal in 2020 shows that there are more than 40 Japanese brands, such as Toyota and Sony Electronics, based in Dallas, and that number is bound to increase. Companies such as like Ambit Energy, Kubota Tractor Corporation, Legal Solutions and even Microsoft highly value bilingual English-Japanese speakers. These businesses are looking for qualified people who can perform special projects to improve knowledge and understanding of the Japanese market. Also, the Japan America Society of Dallas-Fort Worth (a non-profit organization founded in 1970) annually hosts a program that brings thinkers and businessmen from both Japan and the USA. Together, they explore issues that affect both countries financially. This event started in 2014 and takes place every February.

Learn Japanese for Culture and Food: Even if you are not interested in getting a job, you can still find great opportunities to get to know more about the fascinating Japanese culture in Dallas. You can visit the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas, which opened in 1998, that features exhibitions like Contemporary Japanese Ceramics or the Samurai Complete Journey. Another great way to get to know the Japanese culture is to try their delicious food at one of the many traditional Japanese restaurants in Dallas. At the Niwa Japanese BBQ, located on Main Street, you can try Zaru Soba, Takoyaki and Donburi, together with Japanese alcoholic drinks such as sake and cocktails. The Uchi Dallas restaurant on Maple Avenue, also has traditional menus you can try and order in Japanese! The options include makimono, tempura, sashimi and sushi. Finally, cinema-lovers also have the chance of attending the Annual Asian Film Festival of Dallas, established in 2002, which has now become the south's largest showcase of Asian and Asian-American cinema. The festival always showcases Japanese movies in their original language, such as Bento Harassment, Asako I & II, and Penguin Highway. Give the festival a try and put the language into practice after your Japanese lessons.

Learn Japanese for Social: Those who are more interested in the social side of studying Japanese can join the Dallas Japanese-English MeetUp club. It has almost 2,000 members, and they meet every Saturday at Panera Bread, located on Belt Line Street. This group tries to help Japanese students to practice the language and improve their oral skills. It’s a great opportunity not only to meet new friends but also to start using what you learn in your Japanese classes in a friendly environment. If you are looking for more instances of cultural exchange, you can attend the events organized by the Japan-America Society of Dallas-Fort Worth. Since 1970, this organization has been providing quality programs in art and culture. For example, you’ll have the opportunity of attending the Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration every January. At this event, people celebrate the New Year following Japanese traditions, doing dance performances, eating rice cake, and playing traditional children’s games. In August, you can also go to the Japan America Friendship Night with the Texas Rangers, a fun celebration of these two countries’ friendship through baseball. These are excellent opportunities for friendship and meaningful interaction in Japanese.

Where to Learn Japanese in and around Dallas

Language Trainers is completely focused on your convenience, so your Japanese teacher can go to your home or your office - that’s up to you! You can also meet your trainer at a public space, such as the Opening Bell Coffee on Lamar St, the Ascension Coffee on Oak Lawn Avenue or the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library on Young St.

If you are not in downtown Dallas, don’t worry. We have tutors available to teach Japanese in Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, Irving, Garland, Grand Prairie, McKinney, Frisco, Carrollton, Denton, Richardson and Lewisville.

So, why not make an inquiry and find out more about taking Japanese in Dallas? Let’s go,行こう(Yukō)! Also, if you already have some knowledge of Japanese, you could take our free Japanese Level Test so we can assess your level exactly and design a course package that suits your needs and abilities.