Living Abroad(Intermediate)_Japanese Culture

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

Now, you will ask me the following questions and you will summarize my responses later. Please take note of my responses as needed.

PART B_2

1. What is your name?
2. Have you been to other countries?
3. What countries do you want to visit?
4. Why do you want to visit other countries?
5. What is the first thing that you will do when you visit Japan?

PART B_3

Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.

PART B_4

My tutor’s name is

PART B_5

Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART B_6

PART C_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

cleaning

traditional
dishes

cuisine
revised BM

architecture
cooking (1)

 historical
sleep

bowing

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and expressions from part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part C_2.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

We will read aloud the phrases below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART D_2

1.
 ~ is unique to Japan
2.
 popular among ~
3.
 ~ have/has been considered ~
4.
 be known for ~
5.
 unique features such as ~
PART D_3

Now, let’s review some words and expressions from part D_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part D_2.)

PART D_4

PART E_1

We will read aloud the dialogue below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
After reading it once, we will switch roles.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART E_2

Danny:
 Hi, Kei. I will go to Japan next month. Can you tell me about some things that are unique to Japan?
Kei:
 Sure. One of the things that are unique to Japan is bowing. It has been considered an act of respect when saying hello, goodbye, or sorry.
Danny:
 That’s interesting. I would like to try traditional Japanese food. What cuisine is Japan known for?
Kei:
 Japan is known for its sushi. It is popular among foreign tourists because it is delicious and easy to eat when traveling.
Danny:
 I can’t wait to try sushi! Do you think I should also visit some historical shrines?
Kei:
 Of course! The shrines have a lot of unique features such as stone lanterns and decorative roofs. Since you are interested in architecture, I think you will enjoy visiting them.
PART E_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part E_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part E_2.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, please respond to the following questions and requests. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART F_2

1. What place is popular among foreign tourists in Japan?
Answer: .
2. What has been considered the best characteristic of Japanese people?
Answer: .
3. What is your city known for?
Answer: .
4. What unique features do shrines in Japan have?
Answer: .
5. What foods are unique to Japan except sushi?
Answer: .
PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART G_1

Now, you will make questions and requests. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART G_2

Student:
 What ?
Tutor:
 My country is known for its white sand beaches.
Student:
 What ?
Tutor:
 Gyudon is popular among tourists.
Student:
 What ?
Tutor:
 Adobo is considered the national food of the Philippines.
Student:
 Is ?
Tutor:
 Yes. Bowing is unique to Japan.
Student:
 What ?
Tutor:
 The unique features of our house are the wide windows.

PART G_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART G_4

PART H_1

Let’s do a role play with the given situations. You should mention the items below during the conversation.

PART H_2

Situation 1: You are talking to an exchange student from Canada. Please tell him/her about Japanese foods that are popular among foreigners.

(Your tutor will pretend to be an exchange student from Canada.)
Items to mention: – names of Japanese foods
– why they are popular among foreigners
– your favorite Japanese restaurant
PART H_3

Situation 2: Your American friend will visit Japan for the first time. Please tell him/her how he/she can enjoy his/her stay in Japan.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your American friend.)
Items to mention: – places to visit in Japan
– unique features of those places
– Japanese foods to try
PART H_4

Situation 3: Your English teacher wants to know various things about Japanese culture. Please talk to him/her about Japanese culture.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your English teacher.)
Items to mention: – customs that are unique in Japan
– historical places in Japan
– traditional Japanese cuisine
PART H_5

Situation 4: A foreigner asked you for tips when traveling around Japan. Please give him/her some tips that he/she can use.

(Your tutor will pretend to be the foreigner.)
Items to mention: – how Japanese people show respect
– manners when getting on an escalator
– manners in public transportation
PART H_6

Situation 5: Your new classmate is interested in Japanese comic books and animated cartoons. Please talk to him/her about them.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your new classmate.)
Items to mention: – famous Japanese comic books and animated cartoons
– your favorite Japanese comic books and animated cartoons
– the great points of Japanese comic books and animated cartoons