What to Do in Japan
Part A Self Introduction
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Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.
My name is ________. What is your name?
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I’m ________. Nice to meet you.
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Nice to meet you too, ________. Which city in Japan do you recommend for sightseeing?
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A_5
I see. Let’s begin our lesson!
Part B Vocabulary
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We’ll read aloud the words and sample sentences below. Please repeat after me.
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bring 持っていく、～させる
What bring you to this city?
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should したほうがいい
You should bring winter clothes in December.
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seasonal 季節
Some foods are seasonal in Japan.
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traditional 伝統的
They sell traditional yakitori in the area.
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made from から作られた …
Takoyaki is made from a wheat batter with a filling, usually octopus or some kind of seafood.
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B_3
Please choose a word to complete each sentence. Then, read aloud the sentences.
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bring
should
seasonal
traditonal
made from
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You ______ be polite when you talk to someone you’ve met for the first time.
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Because it will rain in the afternoon, you should ______ an umbrella.
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There are many ________ events in Japan.
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Ramen noodles are ________ wheat flour, various vegetable oils, and flavorings.
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Kimono, yukata, and hakama are all ________ Japanese clothing.
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B_5
Great job!
Part C Picture description
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Please look at the pictures below. Then, describe the situations.
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C_5
You described the pictures wonderfully!
Part D Q&A
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Now, please answer the following questions.
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I want to see Japan’s historical sites. What place would you recommend me to visit?
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What activities can I do this spring season?
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What traditional Japanese food can I try?
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This udon is delicious! What is udon made from?
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Awesome!
Part E Roleplay
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Let’s do a role play with the given situations. Please read aloud the situation and roles.
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Situation 1:
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A tourist wants to go around Japan. Give him or her useful information.
(Your tutor will pretend to be the customer.)
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– I want to try Japanese food in Osaka. What do you recommend?
– What other things do you recommend there?
– What other things do you recommend there?
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A tourist likes history and culture. Give him or her useful information.
(Your tutor will pretend to be the customer.)
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– What is the most historical place in Japan?
– What should I avoid while inside a Japanese temple?
– What should I avoid while inside a Japanese temple?
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Situation 3:
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A tourist wants to know about the seasonal events in Japan. Tell him or her about them.
(Your tutor will pretend to be the customer.)
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– Are there lots of seasonal events in Japan?
– What event do Japanese people enjoy in summer?
– What event do Japanese people enjoy in summer?
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A tourist asks you about Japanese traditional things. Tell him or her about them.
(Your tutor will pretend to be the customer.)
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– I like watching sports games. What are traditional Japanese sports?
– Where can I see any Japanese traditional buildings?
– Where can I see any Japanese traditional buildings?
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A tourist asks you about some famous Japanese food. Tell him or her about them.
(Your tutor will pretend to be the customer.)
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– What is ramen made from?
– Where can I eat the most delicious okonomiyaki in Japan?
– Where can I eat the most delicious okonomiyaki in Japan?
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Awesome! Now you can serve your customers!
Part J Free talk
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Let’s have a free talk with the topics below.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)
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If you were a tourist, where in Japan would you like to go? Why?
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What is a traditional Japanese sport? Could you tell me about it?
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Which season in Japan would you recommend for foreign visitors? Please tell me the reason as well.
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